Warsaw: Communism Tour in an Original Socialist Van

4.7
(35 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

An intriguing trip addressed to those who want to know what the communist period in Warsaw and Poland was like. Political anecdotes, the ideas of rebuilding Warsaw after the Second World War and the absurdities of everyday life of ordinary residents of the city. We will drive a classic communist car, that is, a historic minivan - Nysa 522.

For one hour a professional guide will narrate a tour of landmark communist buildings and local history.

Second part is a self-guided visit with audio guide in the Museum of Life Under Communism (Skip the line ticket included).

Experience the absurdities of communism and set off with us to a city full of history!

What's Included

transportation by communist van
interesting stories about communism time in Warsaw
real local guide
pick up and drop off
visit in the Museum Of Life Under Communism - only one in Warsaw
Gratuities
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please wait in front of the entrance to the museum. The communist van will stop in the bus stop nearby.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Palace of Culture and Science

    You will know the history of the symbol of Warsaw, the Palace of Culture and Science, which was created on the sea of post war ruin.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    You will see the utopian architectural ideas of the communist authorities - the Ministry of Agriculture.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Palm Tree

    You will see the utopian architectural ideas of the communist authorities - the Party House of People's Republic.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Plac Konstytucji

    You will go to Plac Konstytucji (Constitution Square) to get to know the MDM (Marszałkowska Residential District) designed to fit the communist ideology.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The last part is a visit in the Museum of Life Under Communism with audio guide on personal mobile phones. A replica of a real flat, propaganda films screened in a mini cinema hall, a reconstructed communist cafe await you there.. We will learn how the inhabitants of Warsaw used to live like...

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Our retro minivans Nysa 522 have not got air conditioning. They have heating system for wintertime.
  • Our vintage vans h Nysa 522 have not got seatbelts (which is legal with classic vintage cars).
  • Please wear comfortable clothes because during the tour are short walks.
Supplied by Adventure Warsaw

Tags

Bus Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Classic Car Tours
Seasonal
Small Group
Excellent Quality

Cancellation Policy

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