Old Town, Royal Route & Historic Café
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Castle Square, Old Town, Warschau, Polen
Description
Experience the beauty of the Old Town and the Royal Route. Learn about the history of the sites, Warsaw's turbulent past, and one of the most remarkable reconstruction projects in world history.
Walk through the cobbled streets of the Old Town and discover which parts of the buildings are original and which have been reconstructed. Learn about the most important moments in Polish history. Then walk along the famous Royal Route, the city's most representative thoroughfare. Here you will find many historically significant buildings and outstanding examples of Warsaw architecture. Discover the most breathtaking highlights as well as little-known hidden gems.
After this tour, you will understand why it was decided to reconstruct this area after World War II, how difficult it was in the postwar reality, and why UNESCO made such an exception to award an area that was almost completely rebuilt.
Experience details
Mobile ticket
Group size
Up to 10 travelers
Instant confirmation
Offered by
Warsaw City Tours by Lukasz
What's included?
Included
- English-language tour guide
What to expect
King Sigismund's Column (Kolumna Zygmunta)
Our meeting point, Warsaw's oldest monument, in Castle Square. Here we will also see the Royal Castle and the city walls.
15 m
Archikatedra św. Jana Chrzciciela
The most important church in Warsaw
5 m
The Old Town Market Square, the oldest square in Warsaw and one of Warsaw’s most picturesque squares
10 m
St. Anne's Church (Kościół Świętej Anny)
One of Warsaw’s largest churches, which survived World War II
10 m
Presidential Palace
Official residence of the President of Poland and venue of Fryderyk Chopin’s first public performance
10 m
Famous historic hotel in Warsaw dating back to the 19th century
5 m
Church of St. Joseph of the Visitationists
One of the oldest monasteries in Warsaw
5 m
University of Warsaw (Uniwersytet Warszawski)
Historic campus of the University of Warsaw
5 m
Holy Cross Church (Kosciol Swietego Krzyza)
Final resting place of Frederick Chopin’s heart
5 m
Saxon Gardens
Poland’s oldest public park, with beautiful gardens, the Great Fountain, and Rococo-style sculptures
5 m
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, one of the most important memorials in Polish history
10 m
Meeting and pickup
We meet in Castle Square next to Sigismund's Column, a very tall monument dedicated to King Sigismund III Vasa. He holds a sword and a large cross, so you can't miss it!
We end our tour at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. From here, it is just a short walk back to the Old Town, the Royal Route, and the city center. If you would like recommendations for restaurants, museums, bars, or anything else during your stay in Warsaw, please don't hesitate to ask!
Important information
- Mobile ticket or paper ticket accepted
- 1 per booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Toddlers can be pushed in a stroller.
- Companion animals allowed
- Public transportation is available nearby.
- The transfer options are wheelchair accessible.
- Suitable for all fitness levels
Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time to receive a full refund.
Booking options
Summer 2026