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The best way to immerse yourself in Polish culture is to learn about its great food. On this fantastic cooking experience, you won’t have to worry about being hungry, as you’ll arrive to a buffet of meats, cheeses, and breads. Your instructor will explain step-by-step how to make Polish dumplings (pierogi), and later you can try them. An optional vodka tasting is also available, where you’ll try multiple flavors and learn about Poland’s history of vodka.

Pay your respects to those who died at one of the biggest concentration camps in Europe and learn more about World War II history on this day tour to Treblinka. You’ll be picked up from your accommodation in Warsaw and driven to the site, so you don’t need to catch buses or trains. This is a private tour so you can take your time exploring the memorials at this moving place.

Learn more about World War II in Poland and pay your respects to victims of the Nazis on this full-day private tour to the Majdanek Concentration Camp from Warsaw. It’s one of the best-preserved camps and provides an insightful look into Holocaust history. After, explore nearby Lublin city, founded in the 9th century and rich in history and culture.

Take the worry out of your arrival at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) when you prebook this private transfer service—online, in advance, in the currency of your choice. Your driver will track your flight then greet you at arrivals holding a sign with your name and escort you to your Warsaw address safely and hassle-free.

Visit both Auschwitz I and Birkenau WWII camps in a single day during this Auschwitz tour from Warsaw that includes your admission ticket into the historical site. You’ll explore the concentration camp grounds with a guide who tells you tales of the history of the camp and its people.

The Polin Museum is a magnificent cultural showcase of the life, culture, and history of Polish Jews. Led by a licensed guide, you'll hop to the front of the line to exploring the museum exhibits, rich with artifacts, documents, films, and photographs. In the Jewish Ghetto, you'll get a sense of Jewish life when you visit Grzybowski Square, Prozna Street, the Jewish Cemetery, and other points of interest.

Learn Jewish Warsaw on a 3-hour tour with a local guide. Visit the synagogue and the Jewish cemetery in Warsaw.! Learn more about the symbolism of the Museum of the History of Polish Jews and Jewish life in Warsaw today!

Enjoy a more personal encounter with Warsaw’s historic center, and guiding tailored to your knowledge level, on this private door-to-door tour for 2–6 travelers. First, stroll the signature sights of Old Town and the Royal Route with your private guide, and learn how Warsaw rebuilt after World War II. Then explore the Warsaw Royal Castle and Wilanow Palace using audio guides (individual guiding is usually available for an additional charge).

Warsaw's royal castle was destroyed by German troops in WWII, but has been rebuilt to display its original 17th-century structure. Your licensed guide will take you throughout the castle to explore the past lives of the Polish monarchy. In Old Town, you'll get a sense of the area's history when you visit the remains of a 16th century fortress, St. Anne's Church, and Chopin's Bench, and other points of interest.

Learn the art and craft of Polish cuisine with this informative and entertaining Polish cooking class. Cook two or three classic Polish dishes and learn about the history of Polish cuisine as you're cooking. Sip on complimentary drinks and then eat what you have created and cooked.

Save yourself the hassle and discomfort of taking public transport or self-driving between two of Poland’s most popular destinations, Warsaw and Krakow. You’ll be picked up from your accommodation in Warsaw and driven in a private vehicle across the country to Krakow. The total journey takes about four hours but you can choose to stop en route and see the sights in Radom, Kielce, or Czestochowa.

With its fascinating history and UNESCO-listed Old Town, Warsaw makes a great addition to any tour itinerary, but the sprawling Polish capital can be intimidating to first-time visitors. Instead of going it alone, opt for a guided 3-, 5- or 7-hour walking tour and tick off popular attractions like Pilsudski Square, Krasińskich Square, the former Jewish Ghetto and Lazienki Royal Park.

Learn about Poland’s Jewish population through the ages by visiting the fascinating POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews. No need to worry about navigating as round-trip transfers are included. The museum features historic Hebrew and Yiddish literature in multimedia form, and reveals personal stories about former Jewish residents’ lives. It’s a special place to honor those who have lost their lives in Poland, and to discover more about Jewish culture.

Begin by immersing yourself in the solemnity of the Jewish Ghetto area, paying homage to the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes and reflecting on the bravery of those who resisted the Nazi oppression during the Ghetto Uprising. Traverse the Umschlagplatz monument, a solemn reminder of the countless lives lost to the horrors of extermination camps. Follow the Memorial Route of the Martyrdom and Struggle of Jews, pausing at the Ghetto Heroes Monument to honor the memory of Holocaust victims. Journey to Okopowa Street to visit the Jewish Cemetery, a repository of illustrious figures' legacies, including Ludwik Zamenhof and Ischok Leib Perec, and pay tribute to Janusz Korczak at his symbolic grave. Marvel at the Footbridge of Remembrance, a poignant symbol of the ghetto's division, now adorned with a multimedia installation commemorating its tragic past.

Of all the things you think you know about communism, there’s one thing you can never wrap your mind around: its absurdity. On the outside it was a Cold War and the hammer and sickle, but to the average citizen it was just one ridiculous thing after another that made life difficult. Learn how the Poles managed to survive nearly 40 years of communist oppression with ingenuity, smarts, and a tractor full of humor. Join this walking tour to hear about: the most controversial building in the entire city (and for more than one reason!), the smallest icon of communism that’s so cute you’ll want one of your own, how people were able to buy things at completely empty stores, why “what can I get you?” was one of the biggest jokes at the time, how the state made sure Poles didn’t travel too far, socialist realism and why you’ll probably think it looks nice, but Poles won’t agree Don't just visit Warsaw, discover it! Tour duration: approx. 2,5h Distance: approx. 3 km

Learn the moving history of Treblinka extermination camp, the most efficient and second-largest murder facility in Nazi-occupied Poland. Find out how the final solution to the Jewish question was implemented in Treblinka. Visit the Museum of Combat and Martyrdom in Treblinka. Stop at the breathtaking Holocaust Memorial and learn about its symbolism. Explore the camp site with a German-speaking guide. Learn more about Janusz Korczak and children from his orphanage! Hear about the prospect of uprisings in Treblinka.

Discover the poignant history of Treblinka, home to a former Nazi concentration camp and penal labor facility, on a 7-hour tour from Warsaw. Far less crowded than the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, Treblinka features a museum, commemorative monuments, and peaceful natural landscapes. This small-group tour is limited to eight people to ensure an intimate atmosphere. Lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Head across the Vistula River and visit a side of Warsaw most travelers miss on this offbeat guided tour of the Praga district, one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods. Ride around in a 1980s Jelcz "Cucumber" bus, listening to commentary on sights like the former Koneser vodka factory, Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and pre-war architecture. Sip on a complimentary hot chocolate along the way.

According to The Independent, Praga is one of Europe’s 10 coolest neighborhoods. That doesn’t come as much of a surprise to Varsovians, and soon you’ll understand why. Uncover the hidden gems and contrasts waiting for you on the other side of the river and see a face of Warsaw that you didn’t even know existed. Sign up for this walking tour if you want to see where one of the BBC’s 100 Greatest Movies of the 21st Century was shot, listen to the true story that inspired the movie “The Zookeeper’s Wife”, learn about one of the biggest architectural mysteries of post-war Warsaw, soak up some of the most bohemian streets in the capital, take in the most important Orthodox church in Warsaw, admire stunning examples of street art created by world-famous artists, find out where you can learn about the most well-known Polish drink, vodka, and taste it! Don't just visit Warsaw, discover it! Tour duration: approx. 2,5h Distance: approx. 3,5 km

Explore the Communist history of Warsaw without being stuck on a crowded tour bus, with this self-drive option instead. Take control of your sightseeing and drive between sights in a retro Fiat 126p vehicle, with a guide to join you and explain more about Warsaw’s history and the important landmarks you pass—such as the House of the Polish Communist Party, the Palace of Culture and Science, and Constitution Square.

Warsaw’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to many of the city’s most memorable landmarks. On this tour, enjoy a more personalized experience with a small group size and benefit from extra attention from your guide. Explore the picturesque Old Town on a guided walking tour and visit two of the city’s most popular attractions—the Royal Castle and the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews.

This magical tour of Warsaw is ideal for travelers with limited time. Spend a day discovering multiple top sights with a guide to navigate so you don’t get lost. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free experience with door-to-door transport and entrance fees included. Expect to see Warsaw’s Old Town, St. John’s Cathedral, the Royal Castle, Lazienki Park, the Warsaw Mermaid, and the Royal Route.

Most nightclubs, especially the popular ones, can have lines that take hours to get through. Prebook this Warsaw Teatro Cubano VIP Express Entrance and Open Bar Experience and bypass waiting in line to get in. Plus, you’ll have a designated time during the night to drink at the bar for free.

We will visit specialty cafes that provide a high-quality coffee from fair-trade companies and will discover the city from a local perspective. With a small group we have a nice chat and individual approach to every guest.