Discover the wonders of the Wieliczka Salt Mine and the inspiring story of Oskar Schindler’s Factory on a half-day guided tour from Krakow. Explore the ancient salt mine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and visit the museum dedicated to the heroic actions of Schindler during World War II.
Discover the wonders of the Wieliczka Salt Mine and the inspiring story of Oskar Schindler’s Factory on a half-day guided tour from Krakow. Explore the ancient salt mine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and visit the museum dedicated to the heroic actions of Schindler during World War II.
- Krakow - The tour begins with transportation from Krakow, either from your chosen hotel or a designated meeting point. The Salt Mine is situated in Wieliczka, about 40 minutes away (20 km). All drivers possess the required EU certifications for passenger transport. A friendly, English-speaking group leader will be on hand to assist whenever…
- Krakow - The tour begins with transportation from Krakow, either from your chosen hotel or a designated meeting point. The Salt Mine is situated in Wieliczka, about 40 minutes away (20 km). All drivers possess the required EU certifications for passenger transport. A friendly, English-speaking group leader will be on hand to assist whenever necessary. Upon arrival, a professional local guide, licensed by the Salt Mine, will be introduced.
- Wieliczka Salt Mine - Explore the Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of Poland’s premier attractions listed on UNESCO’s World List of Cultural and Natural Heritage. The half-day skip-the-line tour departs from Krakow.
Discover the salt mine, the best-preserved site of its kind globally. Established in the 13th century, it has been operational ever since.
Wander through some of the 300 kilometers of corridors spanning 9 levels and reaching depths of 327 meters. Visit the chambers and chapels in the mine’s underground city, including the renowned St. Kinga Chapel, which attracts over a million tourists worldwide each year.
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Krakow - At the tour’s conclusion, there will be no rush. A minimum 15-minute break is provided. After another 40-minute journey, you will be transported to Schindler’s Factory Museum.
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Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera - The driver will drop you off in front of the museum, where a tour guide will be waiting for you.
Oskar Schindler’s Factory presents the story of a man dedicated to saving Jewish lives. Additionally, the museum showcases Krakow during the World War II era, and through interactive exhibits, you can experience the streets of historical Krakow!
Following a 1 hour and 30-minute guided tour, you will be returned to a specified address in Krakow.

- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Professional guide in Salt Mine & Schindler’s factory
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan or minibus
- Hotel pickup and drop-off if option with hotel pick up selected
- Tour leader assistance
- Wi-Fi access
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Professional guide in Salt Mine & Schindler’s factory
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan or minibus
- Hotel pickup and drop-off if option with hotel pick up selected
- Tour leader assistance
- Wi-Fi access
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Join a 4.5-hour guided exploration of the Wieliczka Salt Mine departing from Krakow. Discover the depths of one of the world’s oldest salt mines— a marvel dating back to the 13th century. This unique subterranean maze of rooms and churches, all hewn from salt, is recognised on the UNESCO World Heritage sites register. You will get to spend 2.5 hours in…
Join a 4.5-hour guided exploration of the Wieliczka Salt Mine departing from Krakow. Discover the depths of one of the world’s oldest salt mines— a marvel dating back to the 13th century. This unique subterranean maze of rooms and churches, all hewn from salt, is recognised on the UNESCO World Heritage sites register. You will get to spend 2.5 hours in the mine—an ample duration to uncover all the marvels of Wieliczka with a skilled guide. The tour of the mine will be undertaken with a capped group of 35 individuals. Following this, tour the Oskar Schindler’s Factory, a museum devoted to the individual who rescued thousands of Jews during the course of World War II.
- Temperatures in Wieliczka Salt Mine are around 15ºC.
- At the entrance, visitors descend 400 steps down and the whole tourist route features over 800 stairs. Narrow paths in the Salt Mine can seem claustrophobic and there is no possibility to shorten your visit and turn back.
- In the Salt Mine taking photos and filming is possible only after purchasing an additional pass, which costs 10zł PLN or €2,5 EURO in cash only.
- There are no restrictions regarding the age of children in the Salt Mine, but they should be either capable of walking unassisted or carried in baby slings or baby carriers. Baby pushchairs are not allowed underground.
- Exhibition halls in Schindler’s Factory are wheelchair accessible.
- Your hand luggage should be in a reasonable size and your larger luggage should be left in the car.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.