World War II Warsaw Old Town, Military Cemetery Walking Tour
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Krasinski Square, 00-263 Warschau, Polen
Description
Discover a city that rose from the ashes on a World War II tour of Warsaw. Learn the history behind the many war and ghetto monuments in the historic Old Town and learn more about the German occupation of Poland. Optional: Visit Powązki Military Cemetery.
Choose one of our excellent tour options, tailored to your needs and interests. Read the descriptions of the options carefully, as each option includes a different itinerary.
2 hours: World War II tour of Warsaw Old Town
Trace the events of World War II in Warsaw, see the destroyed Old Town, war monuments, and monuments commemorating the Warsaw Ghetto and the August 1944 Uprising.
4 hours: World War II tour of Warsaw Old Town and the Military Cemetery
Book this extended tour to learn more about World War II in Warsaw, visit the Old Town and war monuments, and see the Military Cemetery in Podiazki. Public transport tickets are included in the price.
Experience details
Mobile ticket
Group size
Up to 15 travelers
Instant confirmation
Private experience
Offered by
Rosotravel - Things to do in Warsaw
What's included?
Included
- Pickup from your accommodation/hotel in Warsaw Old Town
- (Number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Round-trip public transport tickets and free admission to the Military Museum at Powazki (4-hour tour only)
- Expert commentary on the events and figures of World War II
- Private walking tour of World War II memorial sites in Warsaw Old Town and at the Military Cemetery
- Licensed 5-star guide who speaks the selected language fluently
Not included
- Pickup from your accommodation/hotel outside Warsaw Old Town
- Round-trip public transport tickets and free admission to the Military Museum at Powazki (included in the 2-hour tour)
What to expect
Warsaw Uprising Monument
This is one of the most moving monuments in Warsaw. The sculpture depicts a powerful uprising by men during the Second World War.
15 m
Monument to the Ghetto Heroes
This is a powerful monument to Polish Jews and the persecution and occupation by Germany during the Second World War. It is located in the area of the former Warsaw Jewish Ghetto.
10 m
Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego
The museum pays tribute to the inhabitants of Warsaw who fought and died for an independent Poland and its free capital. The exhibition portrays the fighting and everyday life during the uprising, with the terror of the occupation in the background.
Umschlagplatz
German soldiers led Jews who had been captured during the suppression of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising to this assembly point for deportation.
Warsaw Ghetto
In this small district, established between October and November 1940 and accounting for only 2.4 percent of Warsaw's area, more than 450,000 Jews were forced by the Germans to live in overcrowded conditions.
15 m
Statue of the Little Insurgent
A bronze statue commemorates the children who lost their lives during the Warsaw Uprising. These small sculptures are distinguished by their moving story.
10 m
Monument to the Fallen and Murdered in the East
This magnificent monument commemorates the fate of 1.5 to 2 million Poles, including children, infants, and elderly people, who were sent by the Soviet Union to labor camps
Grzybowski Square
Grzybowski Square and its surroundings are not only historically significant, but now also offer numerous dining options along the renovated Prozna Street. Available to view upon request
Monument to the Heroes of Warsaw
People call it the Nike of Warsaw. It commemorates the people of Warsaw who fought against the Nazi occupation. Grand and impressive
Cmentarz Wojskowy na Powazkach
Take a walk around this impressive, well-maintained military cemetery, which also serves as the final resting place of several famous Poles. The endless stone and wooden crosses above the graves of soldiers who fell in the First and Second World Wars are a powerful reminder of how severely war affected this nation.
45 m
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is deeply moving. Those responsible have done commendable work paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The surroundings of the vast square and the park behind it add to the monument's grandeur.
15 m
Pomnik Partyzanta
Another monument commemorating the Second World War in Warsaw.
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide next to Warsaw Mermaid, Pomnik Syrenki, Rynek Starego Miasta 18i, 00-272 Warsaw
Information for the customer (Know before you go) - Please check your emails the day before the tour for important information. - Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. Powazki Military Cemetery is not included in the two-hour tour. - The 4-hour tour requires public transportation to reach the military cemetery. For your convenience, we provide all necessary tickets. - Pickup service is available for accommodations/hotels in the Old Town. Please provide your full address when booking. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly. - If you do not provide your address or your accommodation is more than 1.5 km from the specified meeting point, your guide will meet you next to the Warsaw Mermaid, Pomnik Syrenki, Rynek Starego Miasta 18i, 00-272 Warsaw
Important information
- Mobile ticket or paper ticket accepted
- 1 per booking
- Toddlers must sit on an adult's lap.
- Public transportation is available nearby.
- Toddlers can be pushed in a stroller.
- All areas and floors are wheelchair accessible.
- The transfer options are wheelchair accessible.
- Suitable for all fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please check your emails the day before the tour for important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. Powazki Military Cemetery is not included in the 2-hour tour.
- The 4-hour tour requires using public transport to reach the Military Cemetery. For your convenience, we provide all necessary tickets.
- Pickup service is available for accommodations/hotels in the Old Town. Please provide your full address when booking. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.
- If you do not provide your address or your accommodation is more than 1.5 km from the specified meeting point, the tour guide will meet you next to the Warsaw Mermaid, Pomnik Syrenki, Rynek Starego Miasta 18i, 00-272 Warsaw
Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time to receive a full refund.
Booking options
4 hours: 2-hour itinerary + military center
Duration: 4 hours: Book this extended tour to learn more about the Second World War in Warsaw, visit the Old Town and war memorials ,: and visit the military cemetery in Podiazki. Public transportation tickets are included in the price. Expert guide: Official 5-star guide who is an expert in this type of tour. The guide speaks the selected language fluently. PLWA025
2 hours: Second World War tour of Warsaw's Old Town
Duration: 2 hours: Follow the events of the Second World War in Warsaw, see the destroyed Old Town, war memorials and monuments of the Warsaw Ghetto ,: and the uprising of August 1944. Expert guide: Official 5-star guide who is an expert in this type of tour. The guide speaks the selected language fluently. PLWA025