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Private Walking Tour of Warsaw with Guide

The statue of the Mermaid of Warsaw
 A exterior view of the Warsaw Barbican
Exterior of the Holy Cross Church in Warsaw
Exterior of St. Annes Church and it's tower in Warsaw

Make the most of your visit to Warsaw as you enjoy a tailored private walking tour around Old Town with a professional guide.

Highlights

  • Discover the top sights of the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Warsaw and learn about the history of the Polish capital from an English-speaking guide.

  • See the famous attractions such as the Mermaid of Warsaw in the Old Town Square derived from the 2nd-century book Physiologus.

  • Admire the beauty of Warsaw Barbican, a semicircular fortified outpost erected in 1540, and the St. Annes Church with a tower that offers a view of the Old Town.

  • Get a chance to see the iconic Holy Cross Church where the heart of the famous Polish composer, Frederic Chopin, remains buried.

  • Fun Facts: The Old Town Square which seems peaceful and calm today, was where public executions took place in medieval times.

Inclusions

  • 3-hour tour of Warsaw

  • Professional guide

Exclusions

  • Entry to the attractions

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Begin your tour at Castle Square, dominated by a towering column and the beautiful façade of the Royal Castle, this square is the perfect spot to start exploring Warsaw’s Old Town. Here, St John's Arch Cathedral also stands as a 14th-century Roman Catholic church.

Warsaw's Old Town

A professional tour guide will meet you here and will start giving you in-depth information about all the landmarks, important buildings and streets you walk by. Take in the lively atmosphere of the Old Town Market Place. It is the oldest and the center part of Old Town. The Square is lined with buildings from the 1600s and 1700s and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Look at the famous bronze mermaid statue in the center of the square. It is an important symbol of Warsaw and thus appears on the coat of arms and in many other pieces of architecture throughout the city.

Iconic Spots in Warsaw

Located between the Old and New Towns, another major tourist attraction is the Warsaw Barbican, a historic fortification. Walk past the house where Nobel Prize winner Maria Sklodowska-Curie, a renowned physicist and chemist, was born in New Town. Come across one of Poland's most notable churches with a Neoclassical facade, St. Annes Church and listen to how it was once a place of solemn homages to Polish monarchs. Climb up to its viewing tower to get a bird’s eye view of the entire Old Town. Other places of interest you will see on this tour include the Presidential Palace, the University of Warsaw and the Holy Cross Church where the Polish composer, Frederic Chopin's heart is buried.

Important Information

  • Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility.

  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes since this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

  • If you are staying within the Old Town area, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby, if not, the most convenient meeting place shall be arranged.

Timing

  • Daily: 10am onwards
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide at Plac Zamkowy.

  • Address: plac Zamkowy, 00-001 Warszawa, Poland.

  • Landmark: Your tour will begin in Castle Square, near Sigismund's Column.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Stare Miasto 02. It is a quick 3-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board buses #160, #190, #N11, and more to get you there.

By Tram

  • The closest tram stop is Stare Miasto 02. It is a quick 3-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board trams 4, 13, 20, and more to get you there.

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