Szczecin Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour

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2 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

Fall in love with the history and culture of Szczecin Old Town, and see highlights such as the Church of St Wojciech, the Cathedral, the Philharmonic and the Chrobry Embankment. Hear the legends of the Duchy of Pomerania at the Dukes’ Castle!

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: Old Town Tour
Follow the medieval trail of the Old Town, visit the Church of St. Wojciech and see the Cathedral Basilica of St James the Apostle (outside), Loitz Tenement, and the Market Square.

3-hour: Old Town & Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle
Learn more about Szczecin by visiting the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle Courtyards and St. Wojchech's Church, and see the Cathedral of St James the Apostle (outside), Market Square, and more.

4-hour: Old Town, Dukes’ Castle & Cathedral
See the best of Szczecin and visit the Cathedral of St. James the Apostle (tickets included), the courtyards of the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle Courtyards and St Wojciech Church.

What's Included

5-Stars Guide with Official Szczecin License speaking fluently in the chosen language
Free admission to the Church of St. Wojciech (all options)
Tickets to the Cathedral Basilica of St. James Apostle (4-hour option only)
Pickup from accommodation is Szczecin Old Town
Free admission to the courtyards of the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle (3 and 4-hour options only)
Private Walking Tour of Szczecin Old Town Highlights -
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Free admission to the courtyards of the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle (in 2-hour option)
Tickets to the Cathedral Basilica of St. James (in 2 and 3-hour options)
Tickets to the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle
Pickup from accommodation located outside Szczecin Old Town

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup from accommodation is Szczecin Old Town

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Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Pionier (movie theater), al. Wojska Polskiego 2, 70-471 Szczecin

End point

The tour will end at the adorable Hay Market Square, featuring the Old Town Hall and the fantastic, gingerbread-style colorful houses.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet your guide in front of the Roman Catholic Parish of St. John the Baptist, Bogurodzicy 3, 70-400 Szczecin

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Tour will follow the medieval trail through the Old Town. You will start at the quiet park Plac Andersa, where your Private Guide will show you a couple of interesting monuments, such as Jan Czekanowski’s Bench, which is a popular photo spot for the locals and tourists.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Further on, at the Victory Square you will marvel at the Water Gate fountain, and the beautiful neo-Gothic architecture of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The Church of St Wojciech. Step inside St Wojciech to see elegant ornaments, a stunning altar and rosetta windows, and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the church and its patron.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Follow your Private Guide through the lively Old Town streets to get tips on the best local restaurants, pubs and clubs. See one of the only significant remnants of the 18th century city fortifications, the Harbour Gate, and stroll to the tallest church in Pomerania, the soaring 14th century Cathedral Basilica of St James the Apostle. Around the market square, you will find some noble residences and ornate houses, such as the House of Loitz.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    The tour will end at the adorable Hay Market Square, featuring the Old Town Hall and the fantastic, gingerbread-style colorful houses.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Stroll along the Piastowski Boulevard to admire the scenic views over the West Oder River and discover the city's crown jewel: the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle! Marvel at its elegant exterior featuring the medieval astronomical clock, and step inside the renaissance courtyards to hear fascinating stories about the powerful Dukes of Pomerania. Lastly, stroll along the popular Chrobry Embankment to see stunning monuments like the Chrobry Embankment Fountain and the National Museum in Szczecin.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Archcathedral Basilica of St. James the Apostle

    Visit to the Archcathedral Basilica of St James the Apostle (Szczecin Cathedral) and admire the phenomenal panoramic views of the city from the basilica’s 110m tower. In addition, you will enjoy a walk around the Solidarity square, where you will see the Royal Gate, Sundial, and a Monument to the Victims of December 1970. You will also see the iconic, ice-like Karlowicz Philharmonic, which has received several architectural awards for its unique design of translucent ribbed-glass façade and intriguing geometric shapes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Rosotravel Szczecin - Stettin Sehenswürdigkeiten

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