The Kazimierz district, with its mix of tourists and locals, is irresistible to anyone who enjoys a lively atmosphere.
When you say ‘lively and friendly’, you’re talking about Kazimierz, but this hasn’t always been the case. When the German occupation put an end to the close-knit Jewish community in 1940, the neighbourhood fell into decline. That all changed when the neighbourhood became the setting for the film Schindler’s List. Artists moved into the empty houses, tourists came to visit, pubs opened their doors and old buildings were renovated. Now it is the liveliest district in Krakow. The many museums, churches and synagogues introduce you to the district’s rich Jewish and Catholic history. You can shop in small boutiques and eat in cosy pubs.
