Warsaw Highlights of Old & New Town Private Guided Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Palace of Culture and Science

  Considered as Poland's the highest building. It's monumental and very impressive skyscraper. It's pure symbol of Warsaw with very interesting architecture style.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Hala Koszyki

  Special place with best restaurateurs and chefs where they can feed you with the delicacies from every part of the world under one roof at Hala Koszyki.

  Admission ticket free
• 3
  Nowy Swiat

  This is a well maintained long street that runs through the heart of Warsaw connecting most of its main attractions and ending in Castle Square. It is a pleasant walk with many places to stop for coffee along the way.

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Zlote Tarasy

  Huge shopping complex. The architecture is nice with the terrace sloping down. As for shopping, it has everything a shopping mall needs.

  Admission ticket free
• 5
  Fragment Of Ghetto Wall

  Holocaust relic, between bulidings in the neighborhood, hidden place in Warsaw

  Admission ticket free
• 6
  Warsaw Ghetto

  Established in October-November 1940, this small district, comprising only 2.4 percent of Warsaw's land area, is where more than 450,000 Jews were forced by the Germans to live in crowded conditions. Possible to see for request

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  National Philharmonic

  The pride of Poland for musicians and fans of classic music. They show very selected performances and it has big history about it.

  Admission ticket free
• 8
  Old Town

  After being leveled when the Nazis left, this whole neighborhood of cobblestone Gothic streets and alleyways, baroque palaces, numerous churches and tiered burghers' houses were masterfully reconstructed to reflect the atmosphere of bygone days.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Rynek Starego Miasta

  Surrounded by beautiful seventeenth- and eighteenth-century merchants' houses, this lively square is filled with street vendors, cafes, shops, galleries and some of Warsaw's top restaurants.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy)

  Located in Old Town, this picturesque open plaza was built in 1821 and features the King Zygmunt III column in its center.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  Royal Castle in Warsaw - Museum

  Serving as the central building of the Polish Commonwealth for many centuries, this castle was rebuilt after it was dynamited by German troops after the Warsaw uprising, and has been rebuilt to recreate the original castle's 17th-century architecture and interiors.

  Admission ticket free
• 12
  Observation Terrace On The Bell Tower Of St. Anne's Church

  The tower is well worth a visit, for a relatively cheap price you get to climb the tower for a delightful view of the old town up close and city centre in the distance. Possible to see for request.

  Admission ticket free
• 13
  Krakowskie Przedmiescie

  This 2.5 mile "Road of Kings" remains all visitors of power of the past years in this territory. It's surrounded by old and fascinating building.

  Admission ticket free
• 14
  Warsaw Uprising Monument

  This is one of the most moving monuments in Warsaw. Great architecture shows effort, strenght and sacrifice of Polish soldiers.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 15
  Pomnik Bohaterow Getta

  Just outside the Polish Museum of Jewish history sits this powerful monument to the Polish Jews and the persecution and Germany's occupation during WWII. Possible to see for request.

  Admission ticket free
• 16
  Warsaw Barbican (Barbakan Warszawski)

  Sixteenth-century fortress, forming part of the medieval fortifications around the city of Warsaw, used to guard the northern entrance to the city, the Novomeijska Gate.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 17
  Statue of the Little Insurgent

  A bronze statue commemorates the children who lost their lives in the Warsaw Rising. Small but very moving scuplture.

  Admission ticket free
• 18
  St. Anne's Church (Kosciol Swietej Anny)

  This church has gorgeous structure and altars inside. It's richly decorated but with very peacufull vibes inside. Possible to enter for request.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 19
  Archikatedra Sw. Jana Chrzciciela

  Considered on of the most distinguished churches in Warsaw, this structure was originally built in the thirteenth century and was the site of royal coronations and other national celebrations. Possible to enter for request.

  Admission ticket free
• 20
  Warsaw Mermaid

  Mermaid sits in middle of nice square and wait for admiration from visitors. This interesting sculpture has some hidden legend about itself.

  Admission ticket free
• 21
  King Sigismund's Column (Kolumna Zygmunta)

  King Sigismund's Column, which dates back to the 1600s, in addition to being a work of art, is one of Warsaw's famous landmarks in Old Town.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 22
  Muzeum Warszawy

  Extraordinary Stories Of Ordinary Things. The Museum of Warsaw collects the things of Warsaw, researches them and makes them available to the public. (Only to see the building from outside)

  Admission ticket free
• 23
  Krasinski Palace

  The outside looks quite impressive though and the reconstruction has been carried out well. Worth a look!

  Admission ticket free
• 24
  Field Cathedral of the Polish Army

  Simplistic beauty of this rebuilt cathedral adds to the beauty and mystique of Old Town. Not overly loaded with ornate objects just stunning and nice. (only outside part of the building)

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 25
  Teatr Narodowy

  Another amazing building in Warsaw! This building during the day or at night when it is lit up is charming by the size and impressive exterior.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 26
  Church of Jesuits

  Imposing building in the old town. Attractive red colour outside. Very ornate inside and higher than you expect

  Admission ticket free
• 27
  The Wishing Bell

  This is a very interesting sight, a 17th century bronze bell set in the middle if s pretty courtyard in the heart of the old town.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 28
  Vistula

  Warsaw waterfront is developing all the time, new boulevards being added, waterside pubs being opened. Merry and laid back atmosphere.

  Admission ticket free
• 29
  Copernicus Science Centre

  is one of the largest science centres in Europe. Its exhibition is divided into six interdisciplinary parts with over 400 exhibits. Possible to see only from outside - building is fantastic as well.

  Admission ticket free
• 30
  University of Warsaw Library

  The rooftop garden at the university library is a bit of a hidden gem, it's peaceful and quiet and has fabulous architecture. Possible to see for request.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 31
  Multimedia Fountain Park

  With a short walk to the north of the old town, the Multimedia Fountain Park as it is known is a visual delight combining music, light and, as the name suggests, fountains. Possible to see for request.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 32
  Holy Cross Church (Kosciol Swietego Krzyza)

  Beautiful Church that houses the heart of Chopin! It is so rich in its decoration and the Holy Cross at the entrance is original, survived the bombings. Possible to see for request

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 33
  Teatr Wielki - Polish National Opera

  The Teatr Wielki - Polish National Opera is Poland's leading opera, ballet and concert venue. Outside the building you will see magnificent walls, roofs and fillars.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 34
  Muzeum Marii Sklodowskiej-Curie

  This museum chronicles the life and work of Madame Marie Curie, a Polish physicist and chemist, winner of two Nobel Prizes and pioneer in the study of radioactivity. Possible to see only exterior.

  Admission ticket free
• 35
  University of Warsaw (Uniwersytet Warszawski)

  The largest university in Poland with beautiful decorated buildings with gardens and gorgeous balconies.

  Admission ticket free
• 36
  Monument to the Fallen and Murdered in the East

  This magnificent monument commemorates the fate of 1.5-2 millions Poles (including children, infants and old people) who were sent by the Soviet Union to labour camps

  Admission ticket free
• 37
  Monument of Nicolaus Copernicus

  One of Warsaw's top landmarks, located in a beautiful square. It shows great Polish mathematician and astronomer who is known all over the world

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 38
  Palac Prezydencki

  This beautiful neo-classic building is where the Polish president resides and is guarded heavily at all times. The exterior and its surroundings are really worth a look.

  Admission ticket free
• 39
  Church of St. Joseph of the Visitationists

  It was originally a wooden chapel that was rebuilt after it burnt down and the decor inside is very plain and austere

  Admission ticket free
• 40
  Chopin's Bench

  The idea of multimedia bench to present the music of Chopin. Great innovative way to admire Chopin's achievements.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 41
  Zacheta Gallery (Galeria Zacheta)

  National Gallery of Art is an institution whose mission is to popularise contemporary art as an important element of socio-cultural life. The white building is just pure beauty!

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 42
  New Town Square

  Founded by John III Sobieski to celebrate his Viennese victory over the Turks in 1683, this quiet open plaza features magnificent Renaissance architecture and the baroque church of the sisters of the Holy Sacrament.

  Admission ticket free
• 43
  Carmelite Church - Our Lady of the Assumption

  It is a baroque church next to the presidential palace. Its characteristic details are double pillars and grand stone lampions. They say Napoleon said he'd like to move it on his own hands to Paris. Really worth to visit

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 44
  Plac Marszalka Jozefa Pilsudskiego

  Very big parade square with memorial of Unknown Solider

  Admission ticket free
• 45
  St. Mary's Church (Kosciol Najswietszej Marii Panny)

  Nowadays, it's one of oldest buildings and one of the few remaining examples of Gothic architecture in the city. Behind the Church, there is a small park with steps that lead down to the banks of Vistula River. Possible to see for request.

  Admission ticket free
• 46
  Adam Mickiewicz Monument

  It is an impressive monument for one of Polish leading poets. Great decorations, steps and sculptures around all monument

  Admission ticket free
• 47
  Grzybowski Square

  Grzybowski Square and its surroundings not only are of a historical value but now they offer multiple dining and drinking options on the renovated Prozna street. Possible to see for request

  Admission ticket free
• 48
  Monument to the Heroes of Warsaw

  People call it the Nike of Warsaw. Commemorates the people in Warsaw who fought against the Nazi occupation. Large and impressive

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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