Communist Krakow - Nowa Huta Free Tour by Walkative!
Overview
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.
This activity includes:
- Nowa Huta Cultural Centre
- Ronald Reagan Plaza
- Rynek Główny
- English-speaking guide
- History
- Storytelling
On arrival
Look for the guide's yellow umbrella at Ronald Reagan Central Square.
Things to note
Please arrive at the meeting point on time.
ATTENTION - booking rules.
Our free tours are designed for individual travelers and small private groups only. Hence, we do not accept parties of 8 or more people on regular free tours, and guides can deny participation to such groups. If you travel to a party of 8 or more, please book a private tour in advance.
If you show up at the meeting point with the bigger group, our guide will ask you for the payment (10 euro/person) before the tour or cancel your reservation. To confirm your reservation, please arrive 10 minutes before starting. We can not guarantee participation when you are late.
Please note that multiple bookings (under different names) for seven people who belong to one group will still be treated as one organized group, and the guide has the right to deny participation to such parties.
The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. If the tour takes place outside and the weather conditions may pose a threat to the life and/or health of the participants, the Guide has the right to shorten or end the tour.
This policy is implied in the best interest of our visitors.
Please respect our rules.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
