Krakow Music School Tours
Share your music in some of Krakow's most prestigious venues.
Home to some of Europe's most beautiful ornate churches, Krakow offers music groups the chance to experience exceptional acoustics and stunning architecture while exploring the city's fascinating history. Students may visit venues such as St Michael's Hall, which has hosted performances by ensembles including the Krakow Philharmonic. Alongside these musical opportunities, groups can gain a deeper understanding of the city's past through visits to Auschwitz and other historical sites. The result is a rewarding tour that combines music, history and cultural discovery.
Prices start from £769pp
Why is Krakow recommended for established music groups?
With its impressive range of formal performance venues and strong musical heritage, Krakow is particularly well suited to established choirs and orchestras. Students can perform in prestigious churches, concert halls and cultural centres while gaining valuable experience in new surroundings. Combined with enthusiastic audiences, it's a destination that can help build confidence and performance skills.
What can students explore beyond their performances?
Beyond the concert programme, students can discover Krakow's rich cultural heritage through visits to landmarks such as Wawel Castle and Cathedral. Groups may also have the opportunity to explore the fascinating Wieliczka Salt Mine and its network of underground chambers. These visits add another dimension to the tour and help bring the destination to life.
How can a music tour to Krakow support classroom learning?
Alongside their musical experiences, students can gain a deeper understanding of the Second World War through visits to Auschwitz-Birkenau and other significant historical sites. These powerful experiences encourage reflection and help take students’ learning beyond the classroom. The combination of music, history and culture creates a truly memorable educational experience
Price includes
- 4 nights' half board accommodation
- Return flights and overseas airport transfers
- Organisation & publicity of 3 concerts
- Coach transportation for 3 concerts
- Services of a Concert Assistant in resort
- Extensive group travel insurance
- Generous free place ratio of 1 in 10
Price shown is based on 40 paying passengers departing from a London airport and is subject to availability.
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Top performance venues
Church of St Peter & St Paul
This 17th century grand Baroque church, styled on Rome’s Chiesa del Gesu, has an excellent location in the Old Town and has proved extremely popular with both choral and chamber groups.
The Gardens of Archaeological Museum (St Michael’s Hall)
This major concert venue is host to many classical performances during the summer, including those by the Krakow Philharmonic.
Franciszkanow Church
This ornate city church is frequently used for concerts and is ideally-located in the middle of the town centre.
St Joseph’s Church, Auschwitz
Built as a memorial to the Italian victims at Auschwitz, this magnificent church is regularly used for concerts and, through its exceptional stained glass windows, also provides students with an insight into the history of the Holocaust.
Cultural Centres & Concert Halls
These centres are responsible for the cultural and artistic events in the towns and therefore offer superb auditoriums for all types of performances and have wonderful concert facilities.
Top visits
Wieliczka Salt Mine
With a labyrinth of tunnels, Wieliczka Salt Mine is an eerie underworld which has been hand carved from salt blocks. Located 14km south east of Krakow, here your group have the opportunity to view a section of the mine and 22 chambers connected by galleries. A fascinating trip.
Auschwitz-Birkenau
Following the Nazi invasion of Poland in September 1939, Oświęcim was incorporated into the domains of the Third Reich. The town’s name was changed to Auschwitz and it became the largest concentration and death camp. Today, as a museum, Auschwitz serves as a poignant reminder of the horrors of Hitler’s tyranny and Holocaust trip will give students a fuller view of the terrible events and conditions, also allowing consideration of key study themes, including obedience, prejudice, tyranny and much more.
Auschwitz is a one-hour coach journey from Krakow and is a truly emotive and thought-provoking visit.
The Old Town Square
Visit Rynek Główny (Town Square), the largest in medieval Europe, Mariacki Church (St Mary’s Church) of Gothic origins with its fine altar, Sukiennice (Cloth Hall) of vast proportions and view the University District and the Collegium Maius - the historic heart of the university area.
Krakow Under Nazi Occupation Museum
Also referred to as the Schindler Museum, this visit not only tells Schindler's story but covers every aspect of the Polish and Polish-Jewish experience of occupation in a way that is hugely relevant to British students. We thoroughly recommend this excellent museum, made famous by Spielberg's film, Schindler's List.
Traditional Jewish Restaurant
Enjoy Jewish culture with a traditional Jewish meal at a local restaurant, with a range of delicacies to be experienced, including czulent (bean casserole), knyshe (dumplings) and stuffed gooseneck.
Wawel Hill
In a fortified position overlooking the river and city are the Castle and Cathedral.
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On-tour support
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On-tour support includes...
- Airport assistance during check-in, security and gate checks on your outbound flight from the UK
- Airport assistance when you arrive back at your UK airport when you book a coach transfer to take you home
- Concert Assistant
Accommodation
Popular options in Krakow
Hotel Wyspianski
This hotel offers comfortable accommodation and is situated in a fantastic central location.
Hotel Wyspianski
This hotel offers comfortable accommodation and is situated in a fantastic central location.
FAQs
Why should schools choose Krakow for a music tour?
Krakow’s rich cultural heritage, impressive performance venues and appreciative audiences make it an excellent destination for school music groups. It is particularly well suited to established choirs, orchestras and bands looking to perform in a distinctive European city.
What performance opportunities are available for music groups in Krakow?
NST can arrange concerts in a variety of formal and atmospheric venues, including churches, cultural centres and historic performance spaces. These carefully selected settings allow students to perform with confidence while experiencing the city’s strong musical tradition.
How does a Krakow music tour help students develop as performers?
Performing for international audiences encourages students to refine their musicianship, strengthen ensemble skills and build self-belief. The experience of representing their school abroad often creates lasting motivation and a greater appreciation for live performance.
What can students explore when they are not performing?
A tailored itinerary can include visits to Krakow’s historic Old Town, Wawel Castle and the fascinating Wieliczka Salt Mine. These cultural experiences help students gain a deeper understanding of the city while enjoying a rewarding balance of learning and performance.
What support does NST provide during a music tour to Krakow?
Teachers can travel with confidence thanks to the support of an NST Music Tour Manager, who can accompany and assist the group throughout the trip. In addition, a dedicated Concert Assistant helps co-ordinate performances, allowing teachers to focus on their students rather than logistical details.
What is included in an NST music tour package to Krakow?
A typical package includes half-board accommodation, return flights, overseas airport transfers, organisation and publicity for three concerts, concert transport, extensive group travel insurance and a free place ratio of 1 in 10. Every itinerary is tailored to meet your group’s musical objectives and create a memorable tour experience.
Giving you full support throughout
Before your tour
- Dedicated NST expert from day one
- Responsive, flexible communication - Teams, phone, or email
- Same-day quotes
- Trips tailored to your budget, with transparent pricing
- Straightforward planning - we handle the details
- Step-by-step risk assessment guidance
- Free accommodation for group leader preview visits
- Curriculum-driven, enriching experiences across 100s of locations
- Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise
Whilst you're away
- Our travel app keeps all your info in one place
- On-tour support from our reps on the ground
- Support & assistance from our specialists
- 24/7 helpline and support
- Extensive group travel insurance
- Group-friendly accommodation
- Free educational resources
On your return
- Priority rebooking services
- Loyalty reward scheme for valued customers
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