Communist Krakow - Nowa Huta Free Tour by Walkative!
Join us on a fascinating journey through Krakow's history. Explore the communist era in Nowa Huta, an authentic district with a unique story. Don't miss out!
Things to do Communist Krakow - Nowa Huta Free Tour by Walkative!
Step into the Past:
Nowa Huta means the "New Steelworks." It was a remarkable experiment in urban planning and a symbol of Poland's post-World War II industrial growth. Built during the communist era, this district was envisioned as a model city that would reflect the principles of socialism (not to mention its massive role in Joseph Stalin's propaganda and totalitarian dictatorship). The tour takes you through the story of Nowa Huta's creation, its significance during communism, and its transformation into a thriving neighborhood.
Unique Insights:
- Explore one of only two still existing ideal communist cities in the world! See the representative parts of Nowa Huta: Monumental Central Square and the Avenue of Roses.
- Enter the 'Ark of Lord' - one of the most architecturally unique churches you will ever see, a symbol of spiritual resistance of Catholic workers against the communist party.
- Reveal the story of a heroic struggle of Polish workers
- Experience the everyday life of Nowa Huta, a district unspoiled by mass tourism, which is still under heavy influence of the Communism period and the nostalgia of its heroic past.
Included
Nowa Huta Cultural Centre
Ronald Reagan Plaza
Rynek Główny
English-speaking guide
History
Storytelling
Meeting point
Ronald Reagan Central Square, Krakow
Reviews (12)
2025-01-20 12:40:25
“Great tour”
It was a very interesting tour, Ania shows us a different view of Cracovia, I would recommend it !
Jade Couverchel (English)
2024-10-26 12:16:37
“Very good tour”
To understand the history of the district of Nowa Huta it is absolutely recommended to do a guided tour. Excellent guide.
Jarco Smeenk (English)
2024-10-12 14:36:37
“Nova Huta”
The one suggestion I have for the guide is to speak more slowly and to make sure the entire group is in front of her.
She is well informed, gives good explanations, adds lots of interesting stories and is enthusiastic.
patricia hogenmiller (English)
2024-09-27 17:05:58
“Excellent tour, Excellent guide!”
This was my 2nd walk of Nowa Huta guided by excellent guide Damian - a native,very knowledgeable guide who knows his history, stories and is an excellent performer of both.
Highly recommend.
Kirsten Chesnut (English)
2024-09-26 12:16:06
“Really good”
Fascinating tour covering the history of Communism in Krakow and Poland as well as the architecture of Nowa Huta. Damien presented really well and was extremely knowledgeable on all the questions the tour group asked of him. Highly recommend.
ryan catling (English)
2024-08-13 15:03:30
“Tour en Nova Huta ”
El tour fue muy iteresante y sobre todo por las explicaciones de la exelente guia Bonnie
Shulamit Golan (Spanish)
2024-08-06 07:01:52
“Very interesting tour! ”
We really enjoyed the tour, especially because of the background information that our guide gave us about everyday life of the people living in Nowa Huta and how it was influenced by certain events. Thank you!!!
Claudia (English)
2024-02-03 16:36:19
“Great”
We loved the tour. Chris is an excellent guide. The tour is dynamic and fun and we were able to learn a lot about the subject.
Issabela Castorenna (English)
2023-12-18 15:05:56
“Good to be aware of”
Our guide Big Tom was very informative and deeply knows such history and therefore made such tour very interesting. Thanks Tom
Raymond Portelli (English)
2023-11-18 16:15:01
“excellent”
An amazing tour and Chris was such an amazing guide!!
pat (English)
2023-10-29 05:35:48
“Great tour!”
Interesting, good stories!
Hanna (English)
2023-09-30 19:10:14
“Tour with a local flavor ”
Great time seeing the lost world of communism and with an awesome tour guide
Communist Krakow - Nowa Huta Free Tour by Walkative!
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