Jewish Krakow Private Tour. Personalities, Art and Food
Overview
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4 hours
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This immersive tour invites you to discover Kazimierz and Podgorze Krakow’s historic quarters through the lens of remarkable personalities, traditional cuisine, and rich artistic expression.
Begin in the Old Town, tracing the footsteps of early Jewish settlers and uncovering legends of royal swords and Esterka. As we explore hidden courtyards and synagogues, you’ll hear stories of the prominent Fiszel and Isserlis families, of Helena Rubinstein and rabbi Dow Ber Meisels. Along the way, you’ll discover local galleries, murals, and religious art.
Continue to Podgórze, the WWII-era Jewish ghetto. Learn about the life in the ghetto through the stories of its Jewish residents, the Schindler Jews and the Christians who helped the Jews.
Along the tour, get introduced to the traditional Polish Jewish cuisine in historic eateries. Whether your passion is history, food, or culture, this immersive tour offers a heartfelt journey into Krakow’s living Jewish legacy.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
You'll get introduced to Krakow's general history and the medieval history of the community, uncovering Jewish heritage of Krakow's old Town on this square
Wawel Royal Castle
Highlights of Wawel general history and connections with the Jewish community
Options
Jewish Krakow Private Tour. Personalities, Art and Food
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Entrance fees to the Old and Remu Synagogues
Coffee and/or Tea
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very informative and a great deal for solo traveller
C1162INkathrynw,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very informative tour exploring Krakow’s Jewish history from different perspectives. The guide was very engaging, and it’s very affordable for solo travellers.
THE PERFECT TOUR - PROFESIONAL AND PLEASANT.
Petermax15,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On behalf o my wife an d myself and the other family members who accompanied us, I would would like to say just how much we enjoyed this private tour of Krakow with Odessa Walks. Our guide Olga had an encyclopaedic knowledge of the Jewish history and heritage of Krakow and nearby by Tykocin and was able to impart it to us in a memorable and digestible way that was relatable to the lives of our Polish ancestors. She was also especially helpful to my wife who had walking difficulties, on the day, making it possible for us to slightly adjust the itinerary so that we were all able to complete the-day-long tour. Above all she was most pleasant company and a delight to be with. We would highly recommend Olga and her company. Peter and Wendy, Cheshire, United Kingdom.
Informative Tour with an Excellent Guide
pamelawI2299JT,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative tour and an engaging guide. We really learned a lot and got to know the different historical neighbourhoods of Krakow well. The city’s history is amazing and was presented really well by the guide. Highly recommended!
Krakow Walking Tour
elliotc966,May 22, 2026
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5.00Meeting Olga and embracing the walking tour experience in Krakow for two days to the full was amazing. Her knowledge and stories are incredible. Just book her . You can thank me later
Stories, culture and connection
J5443PHmarkt,May 22, 2026
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5.00This tour was such a great way to experience Jewish Krakow. The mix of history, people’s stories - from learned men to merchant to ghetto residents, and street art made it really engaging and personal rather than just a standard walking tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and engaging. We felt like we really connected with the city and its Jewish heritage. Highly recommended.
Learned amazing history of Kraków from a great guide!
B9455TTmichelleg,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is a wonderful mix of stories about well-known and lesser-known Jews and gentiles, combined with religious and street art, and food. We decided not to include food tastings in the tour because our time was limited, but we later visited the places Olga mentioned on our own and thoroughly enjoyed both the food and the atmosphere. Olga is a very informative and engaging guide, and she answered all our questions. The tour was well planned from start to finish. We had a very enjoyable experience
Delighting and inspiring Jewish tour
adoramf,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took the Krakow Jewish Heritage tour with Olga. These were four very interesting and delighting hours. Olga is very knowledgeable and charming, speaks very good English, and has personal roots in Jewish history. I highly recommend this tour: it was one of the best highlights of our stay in Krakow.
The best tours!
726marilyng,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Touring with Olga is delightful. She takes into account whom she is guiding and adjusts the tours for them. Olga always has something new to say about each stop on the tour. She has a wide knowledge of history, the people who made the history and the local culture. The various tours provide a chance to learn about all facets of Krakow.
An exceptional tour guide in Krakow, particularly for those interested in Jewish heritage
Dallasya,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are looking for a private tour guide who goes beyond standard scripts and brings deep research, passion, and precision to the experience, Olga is the one to choose. During my recent trip to Krakow, Olga and I had a wonderful time exploring Kazimierz and enjoying traditional Polish cuisine. It was an immersive experience I wouldn’t have had without her. She is detailed oriented and eager to share fascinating facts and insights, which made exploring Kazimierz even more engaging - especially with its rich history and unique Jewish heritage. If the opportunity arises, I would love to tour with her again - both in Poland and other parts of Europe. She is THAT good!
Two days in Krakow, through Jewish quarter and Schindler's List
birukoff,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful experience on my two-day tour in Krakow! On the first day, we explored the Old Town starting near the Barbakan, walked through the beautiful Rynek, and finished in the charming Kazimierz district, the former Jewish quarter, after eating in a traditional Polish restaurant. The next day, we visited several locations where Schindler’s List was filmed, which was fascinating to see in real life. My guide was fantastic - she was knowledgeable, friendly, and told lots of interesting stories that really brought Krakow’s history to life. I especially appreciated how she made the tours engaging and easy to follow, even with so many details. I learned a lot and had a great time. Highly recommended!
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