Things to Do in Warsaw

This tour covers in detail the historical core of Warsaw - the medieval Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage area) and the second oldest district of Warsaw - the New Town.

On this tour you will learn about life in medieval Warsaw, powerful Polish kings, Warsaw becoming the capital of Poland, the siege of the city by the Swedes, Marie Curie, World War 2 destruction, communist regime, post-war reconstruction, and much more, all this sprinkled with legends and anecdotes.

We will explore the streets, backyards, and picturesque alleyways of the Old Town.
You will see:

• The Royal Castle
• Sigismund’s Column
• The Cathedral of Saint John
• The Magic Bell
• The Vistula River viewpoint
• Market Square
• Medieval defensive walls
• The Barbican
• Marie Curie’s birthplace
• a monument of the Warsaw Uprising

Warsaw for Beginners – Free Walking Tour (2:30 Hours) 

Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour takes you through Warsaw’s must-see landmarks, blending history, culture, and local insights. In just 2:30 hours, you’ll get an essential introduction to Poland’s capital. 
 

Meeting Point: Palace of Culture and Science

 
Start: In front of the entrance of Kinoteka (cinema) 
 

Tour Itinerary:

 
🔹 1. Palace of Culture and Science (PKiN)
 

• Warsaw’s most controversial building, a "gift" from Stalin in the 1950s
• Why locals have a love-hate relationship with it

🔹 2. Nowy Świat and Krakowskie Przedmieście 

• One of Warsaw’s most beautiful streets, part of the Royal Route
• Presidential Palace – seat of Poland’s President, but with a dramatic history
• Holy Cross Church – where Chopin’s heart is kept

🔹 3. Castle Square & The Royal Castle

• Why the Royal Castle is not as old as it looks
• The story of Sigismund’s Column – and how it survived WWII
• Warsaw’s complete post-war reconstruction

🔹 4. Old Town Market Square

• A fairytale square rebuilt from ruins
• The legend of the Warsaw Mermaid – the city’s protector

🔹 5. Warsaw Barbican & City Walls 

• Medieval fortifications that once protected the city

Get a taste of local culture, discover quirky facts, and unveil hidden treasures. What's more? You'll have the chance to ask all your burning questions along the way. This isn't just a tour—it's your backstage pass to the heart of the city!

To check availability and group reservations, please contact +48606977240 (WhatsApp or sms)

World War 2 tour explores the most important places related to dramatic war events: 

• Castle Square
• A former Nazi-German district
• Execution sites
• Pilsudski Square (former Adolf Hitler Square)
• The Jewish Ghetto. 

You can't understand present-day Warsaw without knowing what happened here 80 years ago. Warsaw was among the cities which suffered the most during World War II. 
The city and its inhabitants experienced the horror of bombings, and the terror of everyday life under the eye of the SS but also courageously fought in two uprisings: the 1943 Jewish Ghetto Uprising and the 1944 Warsaw Uprising.

We are Antek and Tomek and we would like to invite you on our very personal city tour through the Old Town.

We live on the right side of Warsaw, in the Praga district, and we are out and about on the left side every day. We would be thrilled if you would join us.

In addition to the classic sights, we also want to show you the many small, hidden gems:

- Castle Square with the Sigismund's Column
- The beautiful Royal Castle as seen from the Royal Gardens
- The viewing platform in the Old Town, where I will explain the uniqueness of the Vistula Valley in Warsaw
- The Market Square with the colorful reconstructed houses
- The city walls with the Barbican
- The birthplace of Marie Curie
- The Ghetto Wall Monument
- The Warsaw Uprising Monument

We have added "More" to the name of the tour so that you know it is more than just a simple walk through the Old Town.
Of course, we will talk about Polish cuisine and vodka. We will also give you many tips on where you can eat in peace and where to find the best traditional cakes.

We are both Warsaw natives who love this city like our own family. During our tours, we welcome every unexpected question. And once we have started a conversation, you too will come to love this city.

Discover the turbulent history of the Warsaw Jews since the Middle Ages. Explore the remnants of the famous pre-war Jewish District which in 1940 was turned by the Nazis into the Ghetto and then completely destroyed in 1943.

We’ll show you the fascinating yet dramatic story of the Jews in Warsaw and tell you how the present Jewish community is making its way back to Warsaw after all the turbulent times. 

You will visit the following places related to the Warsaw Jews:

• the former medieval Jewish quarter
• Krasiński Park
• relic of Nalewki Street
• memorial of the Ghetto Wall
• Monument to the Heroes of the Uprising in the Warsaw Ghetto
• Mordechaj Anielewicz Bunker
• Umschlagplatz Memorial

Warsaw is a city of contrasts, where 300-year-old aristocratic palaces are standing next to the Soviet blocks of flats. See these contrasts through the eyes of our experienced local guide, who grew up in communist-ruled Poland.

2in1 tour, ideal as the introduction to Warsaw. The first half of the tour covers the Royal Route, which is the most elegant Warsaw street. Here in the 17th and 18th century wealthy noblemen were building their luxurious residences, powerful religious orders were erecting their baroque churches, here in the 19th century Chopin lived and Marie Curie was studying. In the second half of the tour you will explore the 20th-century city centre, reshaped by communist architects and urban planners, with the most iconic Warsaw building: the Palace of Culture, the famous gift from Stalin to the People's Republic of Poland, aimed to give Warsaw the new communist identity.

• The first half of the tour covers the Royal Route, which is the most elegant Warsaw street. Here in the 17th and 18th century wealthy noblemen were building their luxurious residences, powerful religious orders were erecting their baroque churches, here in the 19th century Chopin lived and Marie Curie was studying. 
• In the second half of the tour you will explore the 20th-century city centre, reshaped by communist architects and urban planners, with the most iconic Warsaw building: the Palace of Culture, the famous gift from Stalin to the People's Republic of Poland, aimed to give Warsaw the new communist identity.
  
  

Discover the most bohemian and alternative part of Warsaw on this free tour through the Praga district. The perfect opportunity to get to know Polish culture!

 There is Warsaw you know. The Old Town, the modern centre, rich shops, and restaurants. But there is also another side. Neglected, dark, and forbidden. Are you ready to play Alice in Wonderland and adventure into the unknown? Let us take you to Praga, the thrilling right bank district of Warsaw.

For many years, the other side of the river was a separate city. Some would say the two sides of Warsaw are still completely different worlds. The architecture of Praga stands out from the rest of the city as it was mostly unharmed during the Second World War. For decades it was considered a no-go zone in Warsaw. Today, things have changed.

With our guides, you will see the multicultural and alternative Praga. Catholic, Orthodox, and Jewish places of worship standing next to each other, dilapidated buildings and backyards, street art, and street trade. The so-called “Hollywood ghetto”, an area so run down that it could be used as a set in a Holocaust movie almost with no scenography. The only wild bank of a big European river, the bears (yes, bears), and much, much more! Are you ready to follow the white rabbit?

During this tour you will see:

• The infamous Praga district
• Architecture that survived WWII
• Courtyard shrines and places of worship
• The heart of Old Praga 

ℹ️ ⚠️ ATTENTION - booking rules

Please note that our free tours are designed for individual travelers and small private groups only. Hence, we do not accept parties of 8 or more people on regular free tours and guides have the right to deny participation to such groups. If you travel in a party of 8 or more please book a private tour in advance.

If you show up at the meeting point with the bigger group our guide will ask you for the payment (10 eur/person) before the tour or cancel your reservation on the spot. To confirm your reservation please arrive 10 minutes before starting. We can not guarantee participation when you will be late.                                  

Please note that multiply bookings (under different names) for 7 people who belong to one group will still be treated as one organized group and the guide has the right to deny participation to such parties.

This policy is implied in the best interest of our individual visitors. 

Please respect our rules.