History School & College Tours to Krakow
Krakow, listed by UNESCO as one of the World’s 12 most historic sites, was miraculously spared from destruction during WWII. Discover the historic heritage of Krakow as you walk through its streets from Krakow’s Old Town and Kazimierz Jewish District to Wawel Castle and the Jagellonian University. Groups can also visit the concentration camps of Auschwitz and Birkenhau where they will have an emotional visit that will not be forgotten. 2010 also sees the completion of the Museum at Oscar Schindler’s factory, a visit not to miss. On a History tour to Krakow, your students will have time to reflect and discuss what really is a life changing experience.
History Excursions
- Kazimierz Ghetto - The once bustling Jewish quarter - a snapshot of Jewish life with it’s Synagogues and museum.
- Auschwitz & Birkenau -Concentration Camps 60 km from Krakow, Auschwitz has become a symbol of the Holocaust.
- Wawel Royal Castle - Centre of secular and ecclesiastical power in Krakow.
- Schindler’s List Museum and Walking Tour - Have a guided tour of Krakow and visit the Schindler's List Museum. Plus there is a new exhibition being held here called Krakow under Nazi ocupation - 1939 - 45.
- The Barbican - The city’s main gate, topped with 7 turrets.
Curriculum Focus
- One of the largest and oldest cities in Poland, Krakow emerged largely intact after WWII and it boasts an incredible array of historic buildings and monuments.
- Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau bring home the realities of Nazi occupation
- Understand the ways in which the past has helped shape identities, shared cultures, values and attitudes today.
Student Outcomes
- The camps and their legacy are an indelible part of today's world, and visiting them is both sobering and edifying
- Explore the Jewish quarter where Schindler’s List was filmed
