Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp
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Is Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp worth booking?
Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp is a 2-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $30 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (23)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Explore Plaszow Camp with a local guide. Although few physical remains survive, the powerful atmosphere of the site and the story of Oskar Schindler bring this chapter of history vividly into focus. Highlights: • Take a
What you get
About this experience
Explore Plaszow Camp with a local guide. Although few physical remains survive, the powerful atmosphere of the site and the story of Oskar Schindler bring this chapter of history vividly into focus. Highlights: • Take a comprehensive guided walk through the Plaszow Concentration Camp • Pay tribute at memorials honouring the victims of the Holocaust • Learn about Oskar Schindler and the filming of Schindler’s List • Experience a thoughtfully paced route designed for reflection, not haste Unlike sites dominated by preserved buildings, Plaszow Camp is defined by open space, silence, and absence. With few physical remains, it stands as a place of memory rather than display—inviting quiet reflection, historical understanding, and remembrance of the victims.
What's included
Included
- Expert local guide
- 2h guided tour
- Single tram ticket
What you'll see and do
Formerly known as Plac Zgody, this square served as the administrative and deportation center of the Kraków Ghetto. Today, renamed Ghetto Heroes Square, it stands as a place of remembrance, marking the beginning of the tragic journey for thousands of Jewish residents.
15 minutes here
Plaszow Concentration Camp
Plaszow Camp was established by Nazi German occupiers in October 1942 on the grounds of two Jewish cemeteries. Initially a forced-labor camp for Jews from the liquidated Kraków Ghetto, it later expanded to include Polish prisoners and, in January 1944, was reclassified as a concentration camp. It also functioned as a transit camp for Hungarian Jews deported to Auschwitz. More than 35,000 people were imprisoned here, and approximately 6,000 were murdered. Executions took place at several locations within the camp; today, mass graves & memorials silently mark the terrain. During this guided walk, your expert guide reconstructs the camp’s layout using what remains: the Grey House, ruins of the pre-burial hall, traces of the former Jewish cemeteries, the roll-call square, paths once paved with fragments of gravestones. You will pause at key memorials, including the Monument of Torn-Out Hearts, while learning how the camp was divided into living, hospital, administrative, industrial zones.
105 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Krakow
Meet your guide in front of the entrance of Apteka Pod Orlem. Look for the guide with the Former Concentration Camp Plaszow Guided Tour sign.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Spanish Tour
Italian Tour
English group tour
Group Tour with an ENG Guide: Small Group
French Tour
German group tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Krakow Explorers
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers will not be able to join and tickets cannot be refunded.
- Our group tours are only in 1 language. Select your preferred language when booking.
- Weather conditions can impact your enjoyment of the tour. Please check the forecast ahead of time and come prepared with suitable clothing and footwear. The tour goes ahead in all weather, rain or shine.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
23 verified traveler reviews for Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Plaszow
Our guide named Olga was a really lovely lady. She was 10 minutes early to our meeting point. We saw everything we wanted to see and even learnt a few things that we didn't know. At the end of the tour, Olga accompanied us to the tram stop, got on with us and showed us where to get off to get back to our hotel. Thank you from Deanne and Stephanie x
via Tripadvisor
Krakow : A shining Star
The best “free” walking tour I’ve taken! I learned so much, saw so much and wl,ed my 16,000 steps!😉 Benny from Brazil, now Krakow, was informative, knowledgeable and personable. He shared facts of history & interesting stories!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour so much—and got your steps in too 😊 It’s great to hear that Benny made such a strong impression with his knowledge, storytelling, and personality. We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad you learned and experienced so much during the walk. We hope to welcome you again for another tour in the future! Best regards, Maciej
via Tripadvisor
Educational and atmospheric.
Fil was our guide for this tour. His English was exeptional and he explained everything in detail. There was no rushing and plenty of time to reflect. It was slightly uphill in areas but with plenty of stops at history boards it was easy to catch your breath. I don't think it's suitable for wheelchair users as the ground is gravely and it would be a bumpy ride for baies. With the Schindler list film being based on this camp you can get a harrowing insight into how terrifying this place was,especially seeing 'roll call square'. It was very atmospheric and quiet with a few dog walkers and visitors. It's free to enter. They are developing this memorial and turning it into a museum.
via Tripadvisor
Best tour I have been on. Highly recommend
6/5⭐️ I don’t think I give high scores out so easily and please keep in mind our guide did not ask us to write a review at all. There were five of us in the group including myself and our guide, Helena. The tour didn’t feel rushed, like some often do. Very knowledgeable guide, she captured the horror of the camp using photos and testimonies. She also explained at each location what was previously there and what happened, as now most of the buildings have been restricted.
via Tripadvisor
Great Value for money Dont forget a Tram Fair may me needed on top of this.
This is a tour unlike Auschwitz in that your have to use your imagination a bit because not much is left to see buildings wise. There are information signs/boards dotted about and clear lever pathways to walk but our guide whose name I forget, helped us enormously to picture the scene. She even showed us "The Red House" (not on the tour) but where Amon Goeth lived. (Film Schindlers list) The Grey House is where he worked and where he by all accounts shot randomly at POW's for fun. The only issue for us with this tour was the weather. It was one of the hottest days of the year and this place does not have a lot of shade. So be prepared. We took cold towels and cold flask drinks but hardy as I am, I still came close to ending the tour early, but only because of the intense heat/fatigue. (how can I moan, the inmates had it far worse) As I say the tour is excellent if you wish to see a less popular historic tourist place on your stay here. We were the only two on this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Krakow usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Krakow is not rushed.
Is Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 23 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Krakow, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Krakow can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Krakow and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Former Concentration Camp start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Krakow within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Krakow?
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On Outty we rank every Krakow experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Complete Cracow Bike Tour (small group of maximum 15 people!), Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka, Krakow: Zakopane & Hot Springs Tour with Cable Car (Hotel Pickup). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Krakow?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Krakow?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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