Krakow Nowa Huta Communism Tour

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Duration: 4 hours

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Would you like to step back in time and discover what life was like in an idealised communist city? With this guided tour of Nowa Huta in Krakow, you can delve into the history of communism in Poland without having to do your own research.

Meet your expert English-speaking guide (English option subject to availability) at 1 Dluga Street (ulica Długa). If you wish, you can turn this small group tour into a private activity just for you and your companions.

Walk through Plac Centralny (Central Square), designed shortly after World War II, and see the mix of architectural styles representing the passing years and evolving political ideas.

As you walk through Nowa Huta, you will see the place where an imposing statue of Lenin used to stand, the local bar where residents used to gather for a vodka drink and the impressive Lord's Ark Church, built by hand by the locals themselves. From a communist symbol to a stronghold of the Solidarity movement, this part of the city is a living testimony to the political and social transformations that forged today's Poland.

You will also visit the Podziemna Nowa Huta museum (closed on Mondays), where you can gain an even better understanding of the historical importance of this iconic district.

Discover the fascinating history of Nowa Huta and its communist past.
Explore the key points of interest with an expert guide who will provide you with detailed information.
Immerse yourself in the culture and daily life of the communist era on this unique tour.

Expert guide
Tram transport to and from the communist district
Entrance to the museum (closed on Mondays)
Vodka tasting

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Immerse yourself in Kraków's communist history and culture with this tour of the Nowa Huta neighbourhood. This tour will take you through the streets of this communist-era district, where you'll discover socialist architecture and hear fascinating stories about the lives of its inhabitants during that period.

An expert guide will accompany you on this journey back in time, taking you to landmarks such as the Central Square, the Avenue of Roses and the Church of St. Mary Queen of Poland, built in defiance of the communist regime. You will learn about the urban planning behind Nowa Huta, the communist ideology that inspired it and how it has evolved since then.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to interact with local residents, hear their stories first-hand and gain a better understanding of everyday life in a communist neighbourhood. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Nowa Huta and discover a different aspect of Krakow's history that you won't find anywhere else in the city.