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Uncover Gdansk’s pivotal WWII history with Skip-the-Line access to the Museum of the Second World War. Experience powerful exhibits and personal stories. Optional: Extend your tour to explore key wartime and post-war landmarks throughout the city.
HIGHLIGHTS:
-Gain expert insights into the events of World War II with a Licensed Private Guide
-Easily skip-the-line at the world-class Museum of Second World War in Gdansk
-Learn about the Nazi invasion of Poland and heroic resistance movements
-Explore the city's war memorials and most important communist sites (in the 4-hour option only)
-Enjoy a personalized tour created with passion and years of expertise
Uncover Gdansk’s powerful WWII legacy with Rosotravel. Walk in the footsteps of soldiers, civilians, and resistance fighters as you experience one of Europe’s most important war museums with Skip-the-Line Tickets. Let history come alive through personal stories and hidden landmarks.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up is possible only from accommodation located in Gdansk Old Town and it's possible only in extended version.
Meet your guide at Pomnik Rotmistrza Witolda Pileckiego in front of the Museum of the Second World War, plac Władysława Bartoszewskiego 1, 80-862 Gdańsk
Itinerary
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Meet your guide at Pomnik Rotmistrza Witolda Pileckiego in front of the Museum of the Second World War, plac Władysława Bartoszewskiego 1, 80-862 Gdańsk
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Museum Of The Second World War
Private tour of the Museum of the Second World War in Gdansk and experience one of the most comprehensive exhibitions on WWII with a Licensed Private Guide. With Skip-the-Line Tickets, you’ll bypass the long queues and dive straight into this immersive museum, where state-of-the-art exhibits bring history to life. Explore a vast collection of artifacts, documents, photographs, and interactive displays that illustrate the global impact of WWII while focusing on the tragic and heroic experiences of Poland.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Defenders of the Polish Post office
Extensive WWII and post-war Communism experience in Gdansk. In addition to visiting the Museum of the Second World War, your Licensed Private Guide will take you on a walking tour of significant sites linked to the war and Poland’s fight for freedom. Follow the path of history as you visit the Defenders of the Polish Post Office memorial, honoring those who fought in one of the first battles of WWII. Continue to the Church of St. James and the Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers, where you’ll learn about the resistance against Nazi occupation and the later fight against communism.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4European Solidarity Centre
Your journey will also include a stop by the European Solidarity Centre, a site dedicated to Poland’s path to independence, and the historic BHP Hall, where the famous August Agreements were signed. See the striking "Obrońca" mural, a tribute to those who defended Poland, and visit a preserved WWII air raid shelter. End your tour at the Imperial Shipyard, where echoes of wartime industry still linger. This in-depth tour is a must for history enthusiasts seeking a complete picture of WWII’s impact on Gdansk and its people. Thanks to a Private Guide, you'll be able to tailor the experience to your pace and interests without any distruptions. Book now to get all of your questions about WWII and post-war history of Polad answered!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The itinerary depends on the selected option, so you can customize your experience.
- Skip-the-line tickets to Museum of the Second World War are valid for a pre-booked date and time, so it's important to arrive on time. You will skip the line at the ticket office but not at the entrance. Admission is for the permanent exhibition.
- Headsets are provided for Museum of the Second World War for 14+ people.
- Hotel/accommodation pickup is available within 1.5 km of the designated meeting point. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.
- The 4-hour option is a moderate walking tour, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
- Have a special request or need assistance for individuals with disabilities? We’re happy to help whenever possible – let us know!
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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