1945-1989 Communism Tour of Krakow Nowa Huta with Transfers
Overview
Visit the model Socialist city of Nowa Huta in Krakow to discover the post-war history of the People's Republic of Poland (PRL) and learn about daily life under communism. Includes private car transfers from your accommodation and entry to Arka Pana.
Highlights:
• Explore the post-war history of Krakow with a 5-Star Local Guide
• Admire the architecture and monuments of Nowa Huta, a model Socialist district
• Learn about the events and people of the Communist regime in Poland
• Find out why people fought to build the Church of Our Lady Queen of Poland (Arka Pana)
• Enjoy private car transfers from your accommodation in Krakow
Most people only see Krakow's Old Town, but on this private tour we want to show you Nowa Huta, a model socialist city created during the turbulent course of Stalinism in Poland. It’s a unique opportunity to learn in your native language about the Socialist social engineering and the historical events that led to the birth of Solidarity.
What's Included
- Free admission to Arka Pana Church
- Expert commentary on the 1945-1989 history of Poland
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- Private Walking Tour of Nowa Huta in Krakow with Transfers
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the selected language
Meeting and Pickup
Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
What To Expect
Krakow
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Nowa Huta Cultural Centre
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Church of Our Lady Queen of Poland
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Guided tours inside the Arka Pana Church during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, so the guide may provide all information outside.
- This tour includes an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation to Nowa Huta in Krakow. Transfer time will vary depending on distance and traffic, but we guarantee a 2-hour walking tour regardless.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-201481P226
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Free admission to Arka Pana Church.
- Expert commentary on the 1945-1989 history of Poland.
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation.
- Private Walking Tour of Nowa Huta in Krakow with Transfers.
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the selected language.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 1945-1989 Communism Tour of Krakow Nowa Huta with Transfers is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 1945-1989 Communism Tour of Krakow Nowa Huta with Transfers will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Free admission to Arka Pana Church
- Expert commentary on the 1945-1989 history of Poland
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- Private Walking Tour of Nowa Huta in Krakow with Transfers
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the selected language
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Guided tours inside the Arka Pana Church during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, so the guide may provide all information outside.
- This tour includes an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation to Nowa Huta in Krakow. Transfer time will vary depending on distance and traffic, but we guarantee a 2-hour walking tour regardless.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
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