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Ditch the tourist traps and eat like a true Polish local on this small-group guided food tasting tour around Warsaw. Taste your way around the city, trying 8 to 10 different dishes and drinks, from sweet to savoury to beer, and get your guide’s unique insights into the city’s history, culture, and what to see and do next on your vacation.

Get much more from your visit to the former WWII Warsaw Ghetto area by going with a historian guide during this private tour. This private tour takes you to Fragment of Ghetto Wall, the Jewish Cemetery (Cmentarz Zydowski), the Umschlagplatz Monument, and more historically significant sites as you learn about the details of this area’s past and the Holocaust from a guide who was born and raised in the Warsaw Ghetto.

Zoom around the historic city of Warsaw in a retro Fiat 125p during this 4-hour sightseeing tour. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town and learn about the city’s tumultuous history stretching back hundreds of years. Learn about Poland’s role in World War II and its impact on the country and see what daily life is like for modern-day residents as you make your way around town with your private tour guide.

See all of Warsaw’s top attractions in one day on a private car tour! Admire the Royal Castle, Market Square, and Lazienki Park effortlessly. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: Available in: SPANISH, FRENCH, ITALIAN ENGLISH, GERMAN, RUSSIAN, POLISH 3H: Old Town Car Tour Explore top attractions in Warsaw by private car, with sights such as the Market Square, Royal Castle, Monument to the Ghetto Heroes, and Lazienki Park. 6H Old Town & Palace of Culture and Science Join this tour to see Old Town highlights such as the Market Square, Royal Castle and Lazienki Park and visit the Palace of Culture and Science (skip-the-line). Includes private transportation. 8H: Old Town. Palace of Science & Wilanow Palace Join this tour to see Old Town highlights such as Market Square, Royal Castle and more. Visit Palace of Culture & Science and Wilanow Palace (skip-the-line). Includes private transportation.

Learn about the legends and history of Warsaw on this fun and interactive walking tour. Enjoy the convenience of a guide navigating, so you can focus on the local sights, instead of a map. Highlights include Castle Square, Market Square in the Old Town, Warsaw Mermaid, Presidential Palace, and the Copernicus Statue. As you explore Warsaw, you’ll hear interesting stories about its history and most famous sights.

World War II history enthusiasts–and anyone interested in learning more–won't want to miss this war-themed private tour of Warsaw. Tour in a cool retro minibus to sites that uncover the history of the war in the Polish capital. Visit the Warsaw Uprising Monument, a remaining fragment of the Warsaw Ghetto wall, remains of tanks and airplanes, and much more, all while listening to stories of Warsaw’s past.

Warsaw's history is long and storied, from its medieval roots to World War II and the communist decades, but it's hard to know that as a first-time visitor. Join a local guide who connects the landmarks between the Copernicus Statue and the New Town, unpacking how the city was shaped and rebuilt.

Get acquainted with the history and major sights of Warsaw on a small-group morning coach tour. Hear stories from the city’s long and dramatic past as you visit the UNESCO-listed Old Town, Royal Castle, St. John’s Cathedral, the Praga district, and other must-see destinations. Learn about Warsaw during Nazi occupation as you visit wartime landmarks like the former Jewish Ghetto and the Monument of the Warsaw Uprising of 1944 on this comprehensive introduction to the Polish capital.

Segways are a great way to get around Warsaw as you will get a much more intimate perspective of the city than you would on a car or bus tour, but you will still cover more ground than you would on a walking tour. You’ll get a short training session so you feel comfortable using these environmentally friendly vehicles. See the most beautiful and important buildings in Warsaw’s Old Town area, all while having fun.

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

Step into a meaningful walk through Jewish Warsaw and its history during World War II. Before the war, the city was home to the largest Jewish community in Europe, but this vibrant world was brutally destroyed under Nazi occupation. This walk will take you back to the very beginnings of Jewish life in Warsaw and later into the story of the Warsaw Ghetto — its creation, daily life, and liquidation. Along the way, you will visit the remains of the Jewish Ghetto. You will see monuments, the Nożyk Synagogue, the preserved Ghetto Walls, and Waliców Street — places that still exist in today’s city as silent witnesses to history. There, you will hear the stories connected to these sites. We will end the tour at the site of the former wooden footbridge on Chłodna Street — a haunting symbol of separation between the small and large ghettos, and between two worlds: Jewish and non-Jewish. Here, you will uncover the story of the “Great Action” of 1942, Treblinka, and the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.

This bike tour helps you save time and see multiple Warsaw highlights in one day. You won’t waste time waiting for public transport, or studying maps, as a guide will lead the way and show you local shortcuts. Traveling by bike means you’ll be able to access places that can’t be reached by train or bus. See multiple highlights such as The Palace of Culture and Science, the Old Town, University Library, and more.

Wolf’s Lair (Wilczy Szaniec or Wolfsschanze) was Hitler’s main headquarters during World War II, and the overgrown bunkers are one of Poland’s most atmospheric sites. Leave the 4-hour drive from Warsaw to your guide on this private tour that gets you there and back in a day. You’ll visit the Treblinka Memorial, site of a German concentration camp and slave labor camp, en route to Warsaw.

Most visitors in Warsaw have to choose between sightseeing or relaxing over a drink. This panoramic cruise offers the best of both worlds. Take in sights such as the iconic Warsaw Mermaid and the quaint landmarks of the Old Town as you sip on a Pampelle aperitif in summer or hot cup of mulled winter in the winter months. Cruises are limited to adults, ensuring a relaxed and stylish atmosphere.

Visitors to Warsaw who are short on time will love this easy guided tour to Krakow and Auschwitz, two of Poland's must-visit places. Take an early train to Auschwitz, where you’ll take a 3.5 hour tour to learn the sobering history of the place. Continue to Krakow, where you can wander at leisure in the pretty city. Return to Warsaw on a late-evening train.

Opting for a private transfer to get between Warsaw Chopin Airport and your accommodation means no delays dropping off other passengers, and a personalized service that’s tailored to your travel schedule. First, choose to begin at your accommodation or the airport, then enjoy a seamless one-way trip in a comfortable private vehicle.

MEETING POINT: PALACE OF CULTURE AND SCIENCE, BY TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE. BUST STOP ''DWORZEC CENTRALNY 12''. Experience Warsaw's evening culture on our 2.5-hour tour in a communist-era Jelcz 043 "Cucumber" bus. Join us every Friday and Saturday at 7:00 PM at the Palace of Culture and Science's Tourist Information point for an authentic journey through Warsaw's most interesting spots.The tour begins with a welcome vodka shot before visiting "Jaś i Małgosia," a 1960s cafe-bar in Muranów, where you'll enjoy two vodkas while hearing stories about Warsaw's communist past. Next, our 1970s-style bar in Nowa Praga offers two vodka tastings and unlimited homemade "bimber" shots. Continue to the Polish Vodka Museum in Koneser Center (former vodka factory), sampling three distinct Polish vodkas while learning about Poland's national spirit. We conclude at Browary Warszawskie, a restored 19th-century brewery complex, with a final toast.

Warsaw is an old city with centuries of history, so touring on a retro minibus is a fun way to get around that fits the vibe of the city. Over three hours, check out famous and lesser-known attractions that some visitors miss, including the off-beat Praga district, Soviet-style architecture, and reconstructed pre-World War II buildings. This is a great way for first-time visitors to get an overview of the Polish capital.

There are so many great eats to choose from in Warsaw, but that means it can be hard to find the very best places to spend your time and money on vacation. With this small-group tour, a foodie shows you how to eat like a local at popular spots and hidden gems alike. From pierogi to crispy potato pancakes to sweet Polish waffles and more, there’s plenty to sample.

Get to know the capital and largest city of Poland as a knowledgeable guide takes you on a walk through the heart of Warsaw. Full of contrasts and memories, the charming Old Town and dynamic New Town offer a look at the city's long and storied past throughout this private tour. Meet your guide by the Sigismund's Column, a monument to the Polish king who made Warsaw the nation's capital, and learn about the devastation of the city during World War II and its reconstruction once the war was over. Your walk takes you to sights of the Old Town like the historic Royal Castle, where you get a look at the life of kings and of the inhabitants of Warsaw in past centuries. Next, continue to the Krasinski Palace, the Supreme Court building, and the monument to the Warsaw Uprising. The tour shows you also the Grand Theatre, the National Opera, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, finishing with a short walk through the Royal Route before you part ways with your guide to see the city on your own.

Warsaw bus tours offer a convenient way to see the sights and maximise your time, but many tours offer pre-recorded commentary and limited photo opportunities. Instead, hop aboard a retro ‘Jelcz’ bus for a 2.5-hour guided tour; jump off to explore the Old Town and the Royal Park Łazienki on foot; and admire landmarks such as the Palace of Culture and Science, Castle Square, and the Cathedral of St John.

Enjoy the music of one of Poland’s most famous composers—Chopin, in this everyday concert of Chopin’s music. The concert hall is conveniently located in the beautiful Old Town of Warsaw, where you can admire magnificent gothic architecture, and listen to music at the same time. Different professional musicians perform each day, making your experience truly unique. A glass of Polish honey wine is included, and you'll also get access to a photo exhibition.

Discover the music of one of Poland’s most famous composers, Frederic Chopin, during this evening experience. Head to the ZPAF Old Gallery in the Royal Castle—which is easy to reach by taxi or public transit—where he studied and performed. You are greeted with a traditional Polish glass of mead or apple juice and have time to explore the photography exhibit. Then, watch a performance of his most famous pieces by an award-winning pianist.

There was a time when one third of Warsaw's inhabitants considered themselves Jewish. A time when Warsaw was home to the biggest Jewish population in Europe. World War II brought all of that to a devastating end. Take a journey down the almost 1000-year-old Jewish history of Poland and Warsaw, from their arrival, their expansion, their tragic and heroic struggle, and their remerging, quiet renaissance. Sign up for this walking tour if you would like to find out how and why the Jews settled in Poland, discover the few remaining sites that still remind us about the once thriving Jewish presence in the city, hear the heart-breaking, first-hand accounts of Jews who survived life in the ghetto, understand why Jews incited the Jewish Uprising in 1943 even though they knew they would fail, learn about the current situation of the Jewish community in Warsaw. Don't just visit Warsaw, discover it! Tour duration: approx. 3h Distance: approx. 4,5-5 km