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Krakow Vistula River Cruise + Płaszów Concentration Camp Guided Tour

Vistula River in Kraków with Cricoteka and bridge during river cruise.
Tour guide explaining the Płaszów Concentration Camp memorial to visitors.
Historic building at Płaszów Concentration Camp site, Kraków, surrounded by greenery.
Interior seating area of Vistula River Cruise boat with large windows and a bar.

Duration

2 hr 30 min

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Experience Krakow from the waters of the Vistula River on a boat cruise with an audio guide. This will lead to a respectful guided tour of a former WWII Płaszów Concentration Camp.

    • Enjoy the attractions of Krakow in this panoramic boat cruise with an audio guide. Arrive at the Podgórze district where your guide will take you on an insightful tour of the former WWII Krakow-Płaszów concentration camp.

    • The first part of this tour involves cruising along the Vistula River – the biggest river in Poland. Your catamaran boat has a modern sound system, heated deck and comfortable leather sofas for a comfortable experience at all times – even on cold days.

    • You’ll see the Wawel castle complex that includes the Castle, Cathedral and a legendary fire-breathing statue of a dragon.

    • A UNESCO Heritage site, the Castle is a wonderful mix of different architectural styles like the Cathedral and a beloved gem of Krakow.

    • Reach the Krakow-Płaszów concentration camp in the suburbs and meet your guide who’ll educate you about the dark and cruel history of this WWII camp.

    • You’ll learn about the hard labor carried out, the deportation of Jews in 1942, and stand in humble respect of the silent monuments – the only parts left of the camp today.

    • Experienced English-speaking guide at the Plaszow concentration camp

    • Guided walking tour of the former Plaszow Concentration Camp

    • One-way short cruise on the Vistula River aboard a modern catamaran with audio guide

    • Single tram ticket

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    • Food and drinks

    • Souvenirs and personal expenses

    • Gratuities

    • Any transportation beyond the single tram ticket provided (e.g., return transport after the tour endpoint)

  • TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes
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    Dietla Street (ul. Józefa Dietla 1), Krakow
    Start point

    Dietla Street (ul. Józefa Dietla 1), Krakow

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    Vistula River Cruise

    1. Vistula River Cruise

    Tickets included
    60 min
    Transfer to Płaszów (via tram)

    2. Transfer to Płaszów (via tram)

    25 min
    Płaszów Concentration Camp

    3. Płaszów Concentration Camp

    Tickets included
    90 min
    Dworcowa Tram Stop, Krakow
    End point

    Dworcowa Tram Stop, Krakow

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  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • Combine a Vistula River cruise with a guided visit to the former Płaszów camp in one thoughtful experience.

    Getting started

    Meet near the Bulwar Inflancki water tram stop “Paulinska” for check-in and boarding. After the one-way cruise with audio guide, continue to the former Płaszów Concentration Camp for a guided walking tour led by an expert.

    What to expect

    Płaszów Concentration Camp Once a Nazi German labor and concentration camp, the Płaszów site today is a memorial landscape. Your guide shares the camp’s history, memorials, and connections to Oskar Schindler and Schindler’s List filming locations.

    Features

    • Memorial sites and markers: Visit areas such as the Grey House vicinity, pre-burial hall ruins, traces of Jewish cemeteries, the roll-call square, and the Monument of Torn-Out Hearts, understanding their significance.

    • Riverside viewpoints: From the catamaran, see Kościuszko’s Mound, the Norbertan Sisters Monastery, Wawel Royal Castle, the Manggha Museum, and the Church on the Rock with audio commentary for context.

  • What to bring

    • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

    • Dress appropriately for the season; the tour operates in all weather.

    Additional information

    • Duration is approximately 3 hours.

    • Part of the tour is guided on foot; the river segment uses an audio guide.

    • Group tours operate in one language; live guiding is in English.

    • Please arrive 10 minutes before start time; latecomers cannot join or be refunded.

    • Meeting point: Bulwar Inflancki, next to the “Paulinska” water tram stop.

    • The tour ends at Henryka Kamieńskiego 57, 30-644 Kraków.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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