Discover the Real Warsaw: Past & Present

5.0
(37 reviews)
Warsaw, Poland

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the real Warsaw: a city of royal palaces, a reconstructed Old Town, traces of the former Jewish district, communist architecture and a dynamic contemporary centre.

Expect a tour that goes beyond the usual highlights and brings Warsaw’s complex history and vibrant present together. You’ll discover how the city was shaped by war, destruction, reconstruction and political change, while also seeing the creative and dynamic Warsaw of today. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the city, a sense of its unique character, and a few stories and hidden places that you might otherwise miss.

What's Included

English speaking guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Sigismund's Column

We will meet on Castle Square, next to Sigismund’s Column, a very tall monument dedicated to King Sigismund III Vasa. He is holding a sword and a large cross, so you can’t miss it!

End point

We will finish our tour on Plac Pięciu Rogów, extremely poplar, pedestrian public space full of cafes, galleries and restaurants. If you’d like recommendations for restaurants, museums, bars, or anything else during your stay in Warsaw, please don’t hesitate to ask!

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    King Sigismund's Column (Kolumna Zygmunta)

    Place of our meeting, the oldest monument in Warsaw located on Castle Square. Here we will also see the Royal Castle and city walls

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Archikatedra Sw. Jana Chrzciciela

    The most important church in Warsaw

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Rynek Starego Miasta

    The Old Town Market Square, the oldest square in Warsaw and one of the most picturesque places in Warsaw

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    St. Anne's Church (Kosciol Swietej Anny)

    One of the greatest churches in Warsaw, it survived World War II

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Palac Prezydencki

    The headquarters of President of Poland as well as the place of the first public performance of Frederick Chopin

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Famous historical hotel in Warsaw dating back to the 19th century

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Church of St. Joseph of the Visitationists

    One of the oldest convents in Warsaw

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    University of Warsaw (Uniwersytet Warszawski)

    Historical campus of the Warsaw University

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Holy Cross Church (Kosciol Swietego Krzyza)

    Resting place of Frederick Chopin`s heart

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

    The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, one of the most important memorials dedicated to the history of Poland

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Saxon Gardens

    The oldest public park in Poland with beautiful gardens, The Great Fountain and rococco style sculptures

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Warsaw Ghetto

    Listen about history of the Warsaw Ghetto, the largest Jewish ghetto created by the German Nazis in occupied Europe during World War II. You will see authentic former Jewish residential houses from the 19th century.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Palace of Culture and Science

    Admire the biggest icon of Warsaw, the soviet-era Palace of Culture and Science. It`s a masterpiece of the socialist-relism architecture

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw

    Check out or even enter (everyday except Mondays) the newest city`s icon with its breathtaking staircase.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Ulica Chmielna

    Check out the vibrant pedestrian Chmielna Street with plenty of cafes, local craftsmen, street art and treasures hidden in the courtyards

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Warsaw City Tours by Lukasz

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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