Nowa Huta Crazy Communism Private Tour

Step into the past with a unique guided tour of Nowa Huta, Krakow’s iconic Communist district, known for its distinctive Socialist Realist architecture and fascinating Cold War history. Travel through the streets of Nowa Huta in a classic Communist-era vehicle such as a Polish Fiat 126p “Maluch,” Lada 2101, Nysa van, or even a Soviet UAZ 452 military van. Your knowledgeable guide will take you to key historical spots, including Plac Centralny (Central Square) and Aleja Róż (Avenue of Roses), where the country's largest statue of Lenin once stood. Learn about the city’s origins and purpose as a model Communist city, built from scratch to house workers of the nearby steelworks.

Explore the remains of the era’s urban planning and architecture, and gain insight into the ideology that shaped this one-of-a-kind neighborhood. During the tour, you’ll also have the chance to visit bomb shelters constructed during the Cold War, built in anticipation of a possible World War III. As you cruise through the city streets, your guide will share stories and anecdotes that bring the era of Polish communism to life, making this tour a truly immersive journey into Krakow’s 20th-century history.