Religious Studies school trips to Krakow
Modern day Poland is still a profoundly religious society and a lot can be discovered on a Religious Studies school trip to Krakow. The old town square is dominated by the sixteenth century Cloth Hall, one of the city’s most recognisable icons. Positioned in the old town square, St Mary's church contains the oldest medieval altarpiece in the world, allowing your students to assess the role of the church in medieval times. Take your students on a guided walk around the Kazimierz, the Jewish quarter of the city. This area became a ghetto during WWII when 50,000 people were confined to just 320 buildings. The Galicia Jewish museum commemorates the victims of the Holocaust and celebrates Jewish culture. With so much religious history to uncover a school trip to Krakow will help students reflect on how religion has continued to thrive in this city.
Suggested Itineraries
Our team of specialists can tailor-make any itinerary based on your curricular requirements, have a look at some of our suggested itineraries.
Accommodation
We choose properties which are suited to school groups. Audits are carried out on all properties featured, covering all safety and security concerns.
Excursions
We have subject-specific excursions that tick all the boxes for your curricular needs as well as providing life-enhancing cultural experiences.
Suggested Itineraries
Sample 3 night/ 4 day
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day1
- Flight to Krakow
- Guided tour of Jewish quarter Kazimierz
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day2
- Auschwitz & Birkenau
- Schindler's factory
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day3
- Galicia Jewish museum
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day4
- Free time to explore Krakow
- Return to UK
N.B The basic 'from' prices do not include excursions, for a full package price... Request a quote 
Accommodation
Wyspianski Hotel
- Great location
- Well presented and welcoming
Don?t let the socialist realism-styled facade fool you, inside is a fully modernised facility that welcomes all those who stay there.
Location: You cannot get any more central than Wyspianski hotel; moments away from public transport links, city sights and local green spaces.
Facilities: The hotel has conference halls, 24-hour security, a mini-market, currency exchange and free Wi-Fi.
Accommodation: Single and twin rooms available to staff, twin and triple rooms available to students. All rooms are en-suite and have satellite TV.
Meals: In-house restaurant with all meal options available.
Hotel Batory
- Centrally located hotel
- Comfortable rooms with friendly service
The Hotel Batory in Krakow is an established, modern and family run hotel. Conveniently located in the city centre and down a quiet street, the hotel is near to the city's Old Town; an area of great historical importance during WW2.
Location: A central hotel close to Krakow central station and within walking distance of plenty of local sights including St Mary's Basilica and Schindler's Factory.
Facilities: Facilities include hireable conference rooms, a dining area and garden where guests can enjoy their breakfast outside in the summer.
Accommodation: Single and twin rooms are available to staff and 4-6 bedrooms are available to students. All rooms have en-suite facilities and satellite TV's.
Meals: The hotel offers a delicious continental buffet breakfast. Other meals can be arranged upon request.
Quick Tip: This is just a small sample of possible accommodations available. Please contact us for more information.
Subject Specific Excursions
Kazimierz
With history dating back to medieval settlements the town of Kazimiers has a Jewish and Christian section boasting many churches and synagogues. An annual Jewish Cultural Festival is held here.
Auschwitz & Birkenau
The German Nazi Concentration and Extermination Camp of Auschwitz and Birkenau is 70km west of Krakow and portrays a sobering history of the atrocities of WWII.
Schindler’s Factory
This factory of enameled vessels is a museum showcasing wartime experiences when Krakow was under Nazi occupation for five years during WWII.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
A visit to this incredible UNESCO World Heritage site is one your students will never forget. Discover the wonders of this centuries old mine, including an underground cathedral carved out of the rock! This is one of Poland's most popular attractions and of great historic and cultural importance.
Galicia Jewish Museum
Documenting Jewish life in Polish Galicia through a photography exhibition and commemorates the victims of the Holocaust in Poland.
Other Krakow Excursions
There's so much to discover in Krakow and the surrounding area. View our more unusual attractions here.
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