Warsaw Old Town & Royal Way: History & Hidden Gems with a Local Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Plac Katedralny 18, Wrocław, 50-329, Poland
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Overview

Discover the real Warsaw: a city of royal palaces, a reconstructed Old Town, traces of the former Jewish district, communist architecture and a dynamic contemporary centre. Expect a tour that goes beyond the usual highlights and brings Warsaw’s complex history and vibrant present together. You’ll discover how the city was shaped by war, destruction, reconstruction and political change, while also seeing the creative and dynamic Warsaw of today. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the city, a sense of its unique character, and a few stories and hidden places that you might otherwise miss.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We will meet on Castle Square, next to Sigismund’s Column, a very tall monument dedicated to King Sigismund III Vasa. He is holding a sword and a large cross, so you can’t miss it!

End Point

End point

We will finish our tour on Plac Pięciu Rogów, extremely poplar, pedestrian public space full of cafes, galleries and restaurants. If you’d like recommendations for restaurants, museums, bars, or anything else during your stay in Warsaw, please don’t hesitate to ask!

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. King Sigismund's Column (Kolumna Zygmunta)
Place of our meeting, the oldest monument in Warsaw located on Castle Square. Here we will also see the Royal Castle and city walls
Duration: 15 mins
2. Archikatedra Sw. Jana Chrzciciela
The most important church in Warsaw
Duration: 5 mins
3. Rynek Starego Miasta
The Old Town Market Square, the oldest square in Warsaw and one of the most picturesque places in Warsaw
Duration: 10 mins
4. St. Anne's Church (KoSciol Swietej Anny)
One of the greatest churches in Warsaw, it survived World War II
Duration: 10 mins
5. Palac Prezydencki
The headquarters of President of Poland as well as the place of the first public performance of Frederick Chopin
Duration: 10 mins
6. Raffles Europejski Warsaw
Famous historical hotel in Warsaw dating back to the 19th century
Duration: 5 mins
7. Church of St. Joseph of the Visitationists
One of the oldest convents in Warsaw
Duration: 5 mins
8. University of Warsaw (Uniwersytet Warszawski)
Historical campus of the Warsaw University
Duration: 5 mins
9. Holy Cross Church (Kosciol Swietego Krzyza)
Resting place of Frederick Chopin`s heart
Duration: 5 mins
10. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, one of the most important memorials dedicated to the history of Poland
Duration: 10 mins
11. Saxon Gardens
The oldest public park in Poland with beautiful gardens, The Great Fountain and rococco style sculptures
Duration: 5 mins
12. Warsaw Ghetto
Listen about history of the Warsaw Ghetto, the largest Jewish ghetto created by the German Nazis in occupied Europe during World War II. You will see authentic former Jewish residential houses from the 19th century.
Duration: 15 mins
13. Palace of Culture and Science
Admire the biggest icon of Warsaw, the soviet-era Palace of Culture and Science. It`s a masterpiece of the socialist-relism architecture
Duration: 15 mins
14. Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw
Check out or even enter (everyday except Mondays) the newest city`s icon with its breathtaking staircase.
Duration: 15 mins
15. Ulica Chmielna
Check out the vibrant pedestrian Chmielna Street with plenty of cafes, local craftsmen, street art and treasures hidden in the courtyards
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

English speaking guide

Cancellation Policy

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Warsaw City Tours by Lukasz

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