Muzeum Krakowa - Stara Synagoga
Muzeum Krakowa - Stara Synagoga
Muzeum Krakowa - Stara Synagoga
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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One of two surviving Gothic synagogues in the world (the other is in the city of Prague) that was restored after World War II and now houses a Jewish Museum. Opening hours: winter season (November – March) Monday 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Tuesday - Sunday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm summer season (April – October) Monday 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Tuesday - Sunday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Viol
1 contribution
Jul 2022
The opening hours on the Internet do not correspond to reality. I went to Kazimierz specifically for this synagogue, but the guard wouldn't let me in. It was written on the Internet that the synagogue was supposed to be open for a few more hours, but the guard said that I was just twenty minutes before closing time there and it was not possible to go inside. Ruined Trip!...
Written 6 August 2022
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TheShis
Tel Aviv, Israel43,255 contributions
Mar 2023
This is the old synagogue, located in the center of the Jewish quarter in Krakow.
The synagogue also includes a museum inside.
Notice just how fortified this 15th century synagogue was built - as to have the maximum protection for its worshipers.
The synagogue also includes a museum inside.
Notice just how fortified this 15th century synagogue was built - as to have the maximum protection for its worshipers.
Written 20 March 2023
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CLAUDIOMAS
Ceccano, Italy5,128 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
Built in the 15th century by the Jews of the Czech Republic, in the main commercial artery of the time. It is the oldest synagogue in all of Poland. During World War II it was destroyed by the Nazis but was later rebuilt and the Museum of Jewish Culture was set up there. Today, the place where it is located is one of the most significant places in Kazimierz
Written 27 December 2023
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Daveygrohl
Yorkshire Dales National Park, UK347 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
We found this synagogue while walking around the Jewish district, it’s closed at 2pm, last entry 13:30 on a Monday and we made it just in time. It was free entry and we spent around 40
Minutes inside. There is not much history on the occupation of Poland, more a history of the Jewish faith, and as complete novices to th subject it was really interesting.
Minutes inside. There is not much history on the occupation of Poland, more a history of the Jewish faith, and as complete novices to th subject it was really interesting.
Written 23 February 2022
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SALLYDOG52
Thornbury, UK98 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
I have never visited a synagogue before and was glad I went to this one . Takes you into Jewish culture and customs and religious practices. Very interesting for a non Jew. The building is old and beautiful. I would recommend this as part of a trip to Krakow if seeing aspects of Holocaust .
Written 30 September 2020
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Roberto52Bruno
Quartucciu, Italy13,498 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
We arrived in front of the Synagogue, preceded by a beautiful little square which is part of the Complex and contains a memory of the Jews killed in the Hitlerian period. We then admired the beautiful building only from the outside because the Synagogue was closed! Sin!
Written 11 November 2023
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Tomek Darda
Krakow, Poland125 contributions
Sept 2013 • Solo
This 15th century building is very good point to start your tour around Kazimierz. The exibits show you the religious habits of the Jews very adequately (although maybe in a bit old-fashioned way, but it's good nonetheless) - sometimes there is an option of trying your way as Torah scriptor, which gives it all an interactive touch.
The place shows you just the fraction of richeness of Polish Jewish culture so sadly neglected by Germans back in the Nazi days, but also is a very hopeful sign of Jewish revival in Krakow, Poland and Europe in general. Maybe it will be back as a religious centre one day? Who knows, hopefully so :)
The place shows you just the fraction of richeness of Polish Jewish culture so sadly neglected by Germans back in the Nazi days, but also is a very hopeful sign of Jewish revival in Krakow, Poland and Europe in general. Maybe it will be back as a religious centre one day? Who knows, hopefully so :)
Written 8 November 2013
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Sheapdog
New Orleans, LA13 contributions
Jul 2013
A 500 year old temple, so there is lots of history. I suggest the audio tour to get the full effect and enjoy the history if the tour.
If you take the audio tour, it is a little tricky. It starts across from the desk where you pay, just inside the main entrance to the left with some pictures on the wall. So, as soon as you get your headset, turn around and hit play. Then follow the voice ques, don't try to find the numbers (that will save you lots of time). It rivals the big city audio tours in quality not in organization haha.
Other then that, it was really interesting and educational.
If you take the audio tour, it is a little tricky. It starts across from the desk where you pay, just inside the main entrance to the left with some pictures on the wall. So, as soon as you get your headset, turn around and hit play. Then follow the voice ques, don't try to find the numbers (that will save you lots of time). It rivals the big city audio tours in quality not in organization haha.
Other then that, it was really interesting and educational.
Written 20 July 2013
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Pub Monster Neil
Liverpool, UK69,923 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Located on Ulica Szeroka which in my opinion is the most beautiful street in the Jewish Quarter ( Kazimierz ) is the Old Synagogue ( Stara Synagoga ) .
Constructed between 1407-1492 ,this synagogue is the oldest standing synagogue in Poland and home to a great museum dedicated to the Jewish faith, its most definitely well worth checking out if you're in the area and easy to locate along Ulica Szeroka.
Constructed between 1407-1492 ,this synagogue is the oldest standing synagogue in Poland and home to a great museum dedicated to the Jewish faith, its most definitely well worth checking out if you're in the area and easy to locate along Ulica Szeroka.
Written 17 February 2024
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Neil K
Liverpool, UK828,711 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
I love nothing better than walking around the fantastic Jewish Quarter ( Kazimierz District ) ,so much history ,I love to view the synagogues around this district ,one of the most historic is Old Synagogue .
This synagogue was constructed between 1407-1492 ,it is Poland's oldest standing synagogue ,it was renovated and expanded by famous Italian architect Mateo Gucci in 1570 ,it looks amazing but what I most enjoy about viewing this synagogue is about the fact it's still standing when you consider about the German Army occupation of Krakow during World War Two when all vestiges of the Jewish faith were more or less obliterated ,now a museum showcasing the history of the Jews in Poland ,it's a synagogue that most definitely well worth checking out if you're planning on visiting Krakow ,it's easy to locate along the most beautiful street in Krakow's Jewish Quarter namely Ulica Szeroka .
This synagogue was constructed between 1407-1492 ,it is Poland's oldest standing synagogue ,it was renovated and expanded by famous Italian architect Mateo Gucci in 1570 ,it looks amazing but what I most enjoy about viewing this synagogue is about the fact it's still standing when you consider about the German Army occupation of Krakow during World War Two when all vestiges of the Jewish faith were more or less obliterated ,now a museum showcasing the history of the Jews in Poland ,it's a synagogue that most definitely well worth checking out if you're planning on visiting Krakow ,it's easy to locate along the most beautiful street in Krakow's Jewish Quarter namely Ulica Szeroka .
Written 11 August 2022
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Muzeum piękne, pełne historii, warte wydania oparu groszy za bilet. Obsługa rewelacyjna. Jedynie małym zgrzytem jest sklepik zawyżający znacznie ceny. Taniej jest w Sukiennicach.
Ela
Written 19 August 2024
There are no strict dress rules but common sense would dictate that respect must be shown. We wore just normal summer clothes although some other synagogues stipulate at their entrances any rules within their places of worship I.e. no shorts, flash photography etc. And these requests should always be respected and adhered to. It is a lovely place enjoy!
Written 12 September 2018
Qualcuno sa dirmi se la sinagoga sarà aperta il giorno di Pasqua? Someone can tell me if the synagogue will be open on Easter Sunday?
Written 24 March 2018
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