Self-Drive Tour: Communist Warsaw in a Retro Fiat "Toddler"
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Plac Defilad 1, 00-901 Warschau, Polen
Description
Interested in communist Warsaw, comrade? Tired of typical tours? Don't want to admire the city only through a window? Try our self-drive Communist tour in a Fiat 126p.
Can you imagine a better way to learn about communist history in Poland than driving a legendary car from that era—the Fiat 126p, also known as the "Toddler"? Driving the "Toddler" is the most fun way to immerse yourself in the atmosphere, architecture, and people of Polish communism. During the drive, your guide will introduce you to Warsaw during the communist era and show you key sights such as the Palace of Culture and Science, Constitution Square, the headquarters of the Polish Communist Party, and the communist-era apartment blocks in the Muranów district.
Experience details
Mobile ticket
Group size
Up to 15 travelers
Instant confirmation
Offered by
WPT1313 Warsaw Private Tours
What's included?
Included
- Become the driver of a retro Fiat “Toddler”
- Live commentary on board
- Photos from the tour
- A shot of Polish vodka after the tour
Not included
- Deposit required (PLN 500), refunded after the tour
What to expect
Palac Kultury I Nauki
Warsaw's most famous building, a beautiful example of socialist realist architecture, currently houses theaters, museums, a cinema, trendy pubs, and much more.
30 m
Strict Soviet architecture.
20 m
See the Communist ministerial district
Monument of the Free Word
Comrades! Hear the story of censorship in Communist Poland.
5 m
Statue of Charles de Gaulle
Looking for a former Communist Party headquarters? You are in the right place.
10 m
PGE National Stadium
Discover what stood here before the new and modern National Stadium was built.
Bazar Rozyckiego
Once considered Warsaw's leading bazaar, the sprawling Różycki Bazaar has declined in popularity since 1989. Black-market trading once flourished under the Nazi and Communist regimes. Today, the historic market is a haunting image of its former self.
Praga Północ
The other, more adventurous side of the city. Praga survived the ravages of war and is now a haven of bohemian culture in Warsaw, thriving with major cultural and residential investment.
30 m
Meeting and pickup
We will meet at the rear entrance of the Palace of Culture and Science (on the Emilii-Plater Street side). Please look out for our retro cars right next to the tourist information center.
Important information
- Mobile ticket or paper ticket accepted
- 1 per booking
- Public transportation is available nearby.
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with cardiovascular conditions
- Travelers should have at least good fitness.
- Deposit required (PLN 500), refunded after the tour
- At least 2 people are required per booking
- Valid driver's license
Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time to receive a full refund.
Booking options
English