Walking tour of Warsaw’s Old and New Towns: like a phoenix from the ashes
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00-927 Warschau
Description
Explore Warsaw’s Old Town—the UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s newest old town—in a small group with your German-speaking guide! Learn fascinating details about its unprecedented reconstruction, how it was financed, and the role played by a Venetian painter! Stroll along the Royal Route, lined with representative buildings. Follow in the footsteps of Frèderic Chopin and Marie Curie!
Experience details
Mobile ticket
Group size
Up to 15 travelers
Instant confirmation
Private experience
Offered by
PolinTours
What's included?
Included
- Licensed city guide, tax
Not included
- Snacks
- Transportation
- Admission fees
What to expect
Krakowskie Przedmiescie
The German-speaking guide will pick you up from the Nicolaus Copernicus Monument, holding a PolinTours sign, and accompany you during this 2-hour tour.
10 m
Holy Cross Church (Kosciol Swietego Krzyza)
The German-speaking guide will introduce you to the life story of Warsaw’s most famous resident, Frèderic Chopin, and show you the church where Chopin’s heart rests.
5 m
University of Warsaw (Uniwersytet Warszawski)
You are looking at the oldest part of the University of Warsaw.
5 m
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
You stop at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and learn more about the legacy of the Saxon kings in Poland.
10 m
Presidential Palace
You admire the seat of the Polish president and hear about its unparalleled history.
10 m
Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy)
You explore Warsaw’s Old Town—the UNESCO World Heritage Site and the youngest old town in the world! Here you learn all about the unparalleled reconstruction of the Old Town, its financing, and the role played by a Venetian painter! You admire the Royal Castle and learn about the history of the first democratic constitution in Europe!
15 m
Archikatedra św. Jana Chrzciciela
You visit the only church in Europe through which the war front passed during World War II! You learn more about the heroic struggle of the Poles during the Warsaw Uprising and the role of the Russian army!
10 m
Gnojna Góra
You enjoy a view of the Vistula.
5 m
Rynek Starego Miasta
In the picturesque streets of the Old Town, you see Warsaw’s most beautiful corners and best-known landmarks. At the Market Square, you hear legends and authentic stories.
10 m
Warsaw Barbican (Barbakan Warszawski)
You enter the New Town through the city gate.
Maria Sklodowska-Curie Museum
You explore the historic New Town and discover the birthplace of Poland’s most famous woman, Marie Curie.
10 m
Field Cathedral of the Polish Army
The tour ends at the Warsaw Uprising Monument.
10 m
Meeting and pickup
The guide will wait for guests at the Nicolaus Copernicus Monument, holding a PolinTours sign.
The tour ends at the Warsaw Uprising Monument.
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.
- Suitable for all fitness levels
Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time to receive a full refund.
Booking options
Walking tour of Warsaw’s Old and New Towns: like a phoenix from the ashes