Warsaw Old Town Walking Tour with a Scenic Vistula Boat Ride

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Warsaw is a city best discovered in two chapters; one written on cobblestones, the other carried by the river. We begin at the Warsaw Rising Monument, a powerful tribute to the city’s courage. From here, we wander through the Old Town, its colorful facades and narrow alleys hiding legends of kings, uprisers, and mermaids. The path leads us to the Vistula boulevards, where Warsaw shifts into something new. Modern glass meets history: the green terraces of the University Library gardens, the futuristic dome of the Copernicus Science Centre, and the industrial heritage of Powiśle Elektrownia, now buzzing with vibrant cafés and bars. And then the second chapter begins. We step aboard for a scenic boat ride on the Vistula. From the water, the city reveals another face: bridges arch gracefully overhead, the Old Town towers rise from a distance, and Warsaw’s skyline glows in reflection. It’s a journey that blends legends with landscapes, and shows Warsaw twice, on land and on water.

What's Included

Professional English-speaking guide
Legends, stories, and local insights shared along the route
A scenic boat ride on the Vistula river (1h)
Guided walking tour of Warsaw’s Old Town and Vistula Boulevard in a small group
Meals
Hotel pick up and drop off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Warsaw Uprising Monument

We meet in front of the Warsaw Rising monument, please look for a guide with the company identyficator.

End point

We end the tour on the Vistula Boulevard, next to the Warsaw Mermaid monument.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Warsaw Uprising Monument

    Bronze figures frozen mid-movement capture the spirit of Warsaw’s most defining struggle - the 1944 Uprising. It is not just a monument, but a living reminder of defiance, sacrifice, and the resilience that rebuilt a city from ruins.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Old Town

    A fairytale of pastel houses and cobbled streets, the Old Town was lovingly rebuilt after being reduced to rubble in World War II. Today it feels timeless, yet every corner hums with stories of merchants, uprisers, and the Mermaid who still guards its square.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Sigismund's Column

    Rising high above Castle Square, this 17th-century column honors King Sigismund III Vasa, who moved Poland’s capital from Kraków to Warsaw. Legend says the column trembles when war approaches.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mariensztat Square (Rynek Mariensztacki)

    A small square with colorful townhouses, Mariensztat carries a unique charm. Once a bustling merchant hub, it became Warsaw’s first postwar housing project filled with music, markets, and everyday life that gave the city its pulse again.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Vistula Boulevards

    On the boulevards, the Vistula sets the rhythm. Bridges glow after dark, street musicians play to the river’s hum, and the skyline shimmers across the water, which is a reminder that Warsaw’s heart beats strongest by its river.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by WalkTheTalk

Tags

Day Cruises
Half-day Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Water Tours
Sightseeing Cruises
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

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

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