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Skip-the-Line Ticket to Oskar Schindler’s Factory with Optional Guided Tour
- Meet your expert guide and get started on a journey back to Kraków under Nazi occupation.
- Benefit from skip-the-line entry into the factory, allowing you to head right in without waiting around in line.
- Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory repaints the wartime events that happened in the city.
- Marvel at the heroic life of Oskar Schindler, and how he saved the lives of many Jewish laborers.
- Drop by the photographer’s shop, board a tram and walk through the crowded streets of a Jewish ghetto.
- See where the events depicted in Steven Speilberg's film "Schindler's List" occurred in the now-famous Schindler's factory.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry into Oskar Schindler’s Factory
- Expert English, Spanish, or German-speaking guide
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Please note that the maximum number of people per booking is 25.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Guided Tour of Jewish Quarter Kazimierz & Schindler's Factory
- Once the center of Jewish life in Krakow for over 500 years, Kazimierz was systematically destroyed during WWII.
- The area fell into despair and was only rebounded after Steven Spielberg depicted it through his film, 'Schindler's List.'
- As you explore Kazimierz, you'll find traces of its Jewish history still preserved in the form of the many synagogues and Jewish cemeteries.
- Today, it is an area that is brimming with Krakow's bohemian character - with bars and cafes, antique shops, and art galleries.
-Visit the Schindler's Factory Museum, where you can discover fascinating facts about WWII and learn about what life was like in the war. - You'll also get to learn more about Oskar Schindler, the man who saved the lives of 1,200 Jews during the Holocaust.
Inclusions
- Expert guide (English, German, French, or Spanish-speaking)
- Entrance ticket to the museum (Schindler's Factory)
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Entrance ticket to the one of Synagogue and the cemetery - 10 PLN per person (optional)
Old Synagogue | Remuh Synagogue | Kupa Synagogue | Plac Nowy | Tempel Synagogue | Corpus Christi Church | Father Bernatek Footbridge | Ghetto Heroes Square | Schindler’s Factory
- Tip: Don't miss out on entering the Hall of Choices in Schindler's Factory. See a sculptural installation depicting the various emotions and attitudes experienced by the people during the war, acting as a culmination of the entire exhibition.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Skip-the-Line Combo: Wieliczka Salt Mine + Schindler's Factory
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Guided Tour
- Explore two of Poland’s attractions with the help of these pocket-friendly tickets during this guided tour!
- Visit the world's oldest salt mine, Wieliczka Salt Mine, acclaimed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- From an expert guide, learn about ancient mining tools, salt extraction methods, and transportation (available in various languages).
- Explore saline lakes and beautiful salt statues beneath 135 meters.
- Start your journey back to Krakow under Nazi occupation with your expert guide.
- Enter without waiting in line by taking the skip-the-line entrance into the factory! Know more about Oskar Schindler’s life from the Enamel Factory, recreating the city's WWII events.
- Visit the photographer's shop, take the tram, and walk through the crowded streets of a Jewish ghetto.
- See where the events depicted in Steven Spielberg's film "Schindler's List" occurred in the now-famous Schindler's factory.
Inclusions
Weilickza Salt Mine
- Skip-the-line entry to Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Expert guide (available in multiple languages)
- Access to Tourist Route
Schindler’s Factory
- Skip-the-line entry into Oskar Schindler’s Factory
- Small tour group
Weilickza Salt Mine
- Tip: As the temperature underground reaches 17–18°C, the best way to dress is in layers.
- The route includes around 800 stairs, 380 of which are at the start. So, make sure you are wearing comfortable shoes.
- The excursion is not wheelchair accessible. Some of the underground workings of the Tourist Route are adapted for people with limited mobility.
- In exceptional cases, some of the chambers of the Tourist Route might be excluded from the excursion.
- Service animals/guide dogs are allowed.
Schindler’s Factory
- Tip: Take note of the preserved machinery, tools, and materials to get a sense of the working conditions during that time.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Schindler's Factory and Former Ghetto Guided Tour
- Find yourself going back in time as you explore Schindler’s Factory-which was a forced labour camp.
- Learn about the lives lived by the Jews, forced to work in the Factory even in extreme conditions.
- Wander the streets of Podgórze, where the Jewish ghetto was, where more than 15,000 Jews were forced to live.
- Witness the exhibition-Krakow - Occupation 1939-1945- which revolves around the lives of the Polish and Jewish inhabitants of Krakow during WWII.
- The exhibition is in the administrative building of Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory.
Inclusions
- Professional tour guide
- A ticket to the museum Schindler's Factory
- This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- English-Guided Tour
- Spanish-Guided Tour
- German-Guided Tour
- French-Guided Tour
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Kazimierz by Golf Cart + Schindler's Factory Museum Tour
- Apart from being the coolest neighborhood in Krakow, Kazimierz is also one of its oldest districts.
- Explore this beautiful area in an eco-friendly and fun way - via an electric golf cart!
- Fall in love with Kazimierz's beautiful streets, its colorful shops, indie galleries, and vintage stores.
- See over 20 historic monuments, like the Orthodox Jewish Old Synagogue and the 17th-century Kupa Synagogue.
- All through your journey, discover fascinating stories and tidbits about the sites around you, thanks to your audio guide.
- Then, your golf cart driver will drop you off at the Schindler's Factory Museum.
- Here, an expert local guide will accompany you as you set out exploring.
- Learn about Oskar Schindler, the man who saved several Jews by employing them in his enamel factory.
- Get an understanding of how Krakow was during WWII, how Nazi propaganda spread, how Jews were forced to live in a ghetto, and how the Polish citizens suffered the monstrosities of the war.
Inclusions
- Transportation by golf car (through the Kazimierz district)
- Audio guide (in a golf cart)
- Live guide (at the museum)
- Entrance ticket to the Schindler's Factory Museum
- Infants aged 6 and under can go for free. Children aged 7-17, as well as students aged 18-26, enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why visit Oskar Schindler’s Factory?
- Living history: Step into the footsteps of history as you explore the actual factory where Oskar Schindler saved over a thousand lives during World War II.
- Educational value: For those seeking a deeper understanding of the Holocaust and the human spirit's resilience, Oskar Schindler's Factory is an educational journey that leaves a lasting impact.
- Interactive exhibits: Immerse yourself in a narrative told through captivating and interactive exhibits. It's not just a museum; it's an experience that brings history to life.
- Schindler's List connection: Fans of the iconic film "Schindler's List" will find the factory even more compelling, walking through the same spaces immortalized on the big screen.
- Moving testimonies: Hear the voices of survivors through recorded testimonies, providing a poignant connection to the past that goes beyond mere artifacts.
Which Schindler’s Factory ticket is best for you?
If you are short on time
Go for: Skip-the-line ticket
Guide: Optional expert guide in English, Spanish, or German
- Get skip-the-line access to the Schindler's Factory to avoid standing in the long ticketing queues and head straight into the factory.
- The optional guided tour allows you to cover all the highlights of the factory in a short visit.
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Skip-the-Line Ticket to Oskar Schindler’s Factory with Optional Guided Tour
If you want to explore beyond
Go for: Schindler's Factory + Kazimierz district tour
Guide: Yes
- Go on a guided tour of Schindler's Factory and Kazimierz district for an in-depth Krakow experience. The guide will share interesting facts and insights, making your visit more enriching.
- Choose the ticket with the option to explore the Kazimierz district on a golf cart to add fun to your visit.
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Guided Tour of Jewish Quarter Kazimierz & Schindler's Factory
If you are on a budget
Go for: Combo tickets
Guide: Expert guide in English, Spanish, or German
- Explore two attractions in Krakow with pocket-friendly combo tickets, including a visit to the Schindler's Factory with a tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine or the Former Jewish Ghetto.
- You will be accompanied by an expert guide who will share interesting details about both the attractions.
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Skip-the-Line Combo: Wieliczka Salt Mine + Schindler's Factory
Validity
The tickets are valid for the date and time that you selected upon checkout.
Flexible Cancelation Policy
Get a full refund on canceling the ticket up to 24 hours before the tour for most of your Schindler's Factory Tickets.
Schindler’ Factory Tickets Highlights
Exhibitions
There is a permanent exhibition and a temporary exhibition held at Oskar Schindler’s Factory. In the permanent exhibition, 'Krakow - during the occupation 1939-1945', tells the history of Krakow and its Polish and Jewish residents during World War II, using everyday objects, newspapers, personal documents, and other artifacts. The temporary exhibition, 'Partings - searches. The wartime fate of Krakow citizens' tells wartime stories from the perspective of the inhabitants of Krakow.
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Educational Activities
The Schindler’s Factory organizes educational tours and activities for children of different ages to help them better understand the history of Krakow and its capture during World War II. In these classes, students are taken through the exhibitions to see the period artifacts, photos, and documents for a better understanding of Krakow’s history. You can also join the online remote classes to learn about life in Krakow during the WWII years of 1939-1945 and how Oskar Schindler made a real impact in history.
Events
Schindler’s Factory holds regular events, including curated tours of their existing exhibitions, in a bid to provide visitors with a deeper understanding, not only about the war, but also the senselessness of it. Some events tend to be more light-hearted. One such event focuses on a part of the core exhibition that is devoted to the history of clothing and fashion in the 1930s, aiming to illustrate the changing fashion, which is in turn reflective of social and economic changes.
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A renowned historical attraction in Krakow, Schindler's Factory sees huge crowds every day. Pre-book your Schindler's Factory tickets to make sure that tickets don’t run out as the museum allows a limited number of guests at any point. Pre-booking your tickets online is safe as it encourages contactless transactions, but it also saves you from the hassle of standing in long queues among throngs of people.
Note: Schindler's Factory tickets need to be booked at least 4 days prior to your intended day of visit.
About Schindler's Factory
- Monday: 10 AM – 2 PM
- Tuesday to Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM
The last entry to the exhibition is 90 minutes before the closure.
Closed: Schindler’s Factory, Krakow is closed on the first Tuesday of every month.
Duration: It takes around 1.5-2 hours to enjoy a tour of the Oskar Schindler’s Factory.
Address: Lipowa 4, 30-702 Kraków, Poland
By tram:
Take tram numbers 19, 3, 24, or 9. The closest stop is Plac Getta, about a 10-minute walk away. Lines 6, 13, or 23 to Limanowskiego or lines 11 and 20 to Zalblocie will also get you to Schindler's Factory.
By train:
Take train lines REG & SR. The closest station is Kraków Zabłocie, a 5-min walk to the factory.
How do I skip the lines at Schindler's Factory?
Your Schindler's Factory tickets come with skip-the-line feature, allowing you to bypass the long waiting lines. You should also consider visiting during the early hours, when the crowds are lesser.
Does my skip-the-line Schindler's Factory ticket include guided tours?
Yes, your skip-the-line Schindler's Factory ticket comes with guided tours. A guided tour is the most efficient way of visiting the factory as you get to know all the historical details about the famous factory with the help of an expert guide.
What can I access with my skip-the-line Schindler's Factory tickets?
Your skip-the-line Schindler's Factory tickets give you access to guided tour of the factory as well.
- Schindler's Factory is wheelchair accessible.
- The factory is also pram/stroller accessible.
- There are elevators in Schindler's Museum for easy accessibility to all the floors.
- Visitors can use the elevators that also include braille buttons for people with disability.
Toilet: Restrooms are located inside the museum. There is a toilet for disabled visitors located on the ground floor of the museum adjacent to the cash desk.
Lift: Visitors can use the elevator that also includes braille buttons for people with disability.
Store: Visitors can buy books, games, and other gifts from the museum online or offline store.
- Visitors need to buy their tickets and guide service for the Schindler’s Factory tours at least 4 days before the chosen tour date.
- It is forbidden to bring any kind of weapons, explosives, or dangerous materials inside the museum.
- Visitors need to keep their umbrellas, backpacks, or large luggage that have a capacity greater than 30 liters at home/hotel.
- Only people with disabilities are allowed to bring assistance dogs to the museum.
- Once you leave the exhibition area after completing the Schindler’s Factory tour, you cannot re-enter.
- Inside the museum, visitors cannot eat, drink, smoke, vape, or make phone calls.
- Do not enter the museum intoxicated or under the influence of drugs as you will be escorted out of the area.
- Parents must take care of their children as they will be responsible for any damage caused by the kids.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothes as a lot of walking will be involved.
- Filming and flash photography are not allowed inside the museum.
Emalia Zabłocie: a 3-minute walk from Schindler's Factory, this industrial style restaurant that serves global cuisines.
ORZO Kraków: a 2-minute walk from Schindler's Factory, this restaurant serves Polish and European cuisines.
Restauracja Paleo: 1-minute walk from Schindler's Factory, this is a gluten-free restaurant.
Budget Hotels: Krakow B&B - Bed&Breakfast, Restauracja Delecta
Mid-Range Hotels: Metropolitan Boutique Hotel, Qubus Hotel Kraków
Luxury Hotels: Queen Boutique Hotel, PURO Kraków Kazimierz
- Wavel Castle: Wawel Royal Castle, which served as Poland's political and cultural center throughout the 16th century, is a powerful emblem of national identity. It is currently a museum with five different sections.
- The Villa of Oskar Schindler: Located around the corner of the Schindler’s Factory, the Villa of Oskar Schindler is the place where he lived and worked between the years 1939 and 1944.
- Wieliczka Salt Mine: The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the world's oldest continually operating mines that has been excavated from the 13th century. It's now an official Polish Historic Monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Beyond Schindler's Factory
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Descend into the subterranean world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and marvel at intricate salt carvings, vast chambers, and underground lakes showcasing centuries of mining history.
Kazimierz
Explore Kazimierz, the historic Jewish quarter of Krakow. Wander through cobblestone streets lined with synagogues, visit vibrant markets, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of this district.
Former Jewish Ghetto
Delve into the haunting history of the former Jewish ghetto, where poignant memorials and remnants of the past stand as witnesses to the struggles and resilience of a community.
Frequently Asked Questions About Schindler’s Factory Tickets
Q. Can I buy Schindler's Factory tickets online?
A. Yes, Schindler’s Factory tickets are available online.
Q. How much do the Schindler’s Factory tickets cost?
A. Depending on the type of ticket/tour selected, the price of Schindler’s Factory tickets ranges between €2.07 and €73.
Q. What is the best way to buy Schindler’s Factory tickets?
A. The best way to buy Schindler’s Factory tickets is online. You can book skip the line tickets and guided tour tickets for a convenient and hassle-free experience at the attraction.
Q. Who can avail of Schindler’s Factory tickets discount, if any?
A. Children aged 5-17 and students aged 18-26 years can get a discount on a few of the Schindler’s Factory tickets.
Q. What is the cancellation policy for Schindler’s Factory tickets?
A. Visitors can get a full refund on canceling the tickets for the Schindler’s Factory tickets 24 hours before the tour.
Q. Can I buy Oskar Schindler’s Factory tickets on the day?
A. No, you cannot buy Oskar Schindler’s Factory tickets on the day of the visit. According to the guidelines, the tickets for the Schindler’s Factory tours must be made 4 days in advance.
Q. Do I need to print my Schindler’s Factory tickets?
A. No, you can show your Schindler’s Factory tickets on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.
Q. How long does the Schindler’s Factory tour last?
A. A tour to Schindler’s Factory Krakow lasts between 1.5 – 2 hours.
Q. Can you go to Schindler’s Factory with a guide?
A. Yes, guided tours of Oskar Schindler’s Factory are available. This is a great option for those who wish to learn more about the history of the factory and of Krakow during the Holocaust.
Q. What is the best time to go for the Schindler’s Factory tour?
A. If you wish to avoid the crowd, then go for the Schindler’s Factory tour on a weekday during the morning.
