Old Town Poznan Walking Tour
Description
A tour of the Old Town. Introduction to the History of Poznan - from the founding of the city to the victorious Greater Poland Uprising in 1918. We will see the Old Market Square, Town Hall, Royal Castle and the Jesuit Parish Church, among others. If you only have time for one tour, this is the one you are looking for.
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Itinerary
Plac Wolności in Poznań is a vibrant urban square, steeped in history and surrounded by stunning architecture, serving as a focal point for cultural events and gatherings.
The Poznań Royal Castle stands as a majestic testament to Poland's rich heritage, blending Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles, while encapsulating centuries of history within its walls.
The Old Market Square in Poznań, adorned with its iconic Pranger, exudes an enchanting charm, harmonizing centuries of architectural splendor with the vibrant pulse of contemporary life.
The Old City Hall in Poznań stands as a timeless symbol of the city's history and governance, its striking Gothic architecture and intricate details echoing tales of bygone eras amidst the bustling modernity of the surrounding streets.
The Parish Church in Poznań, also known as the Archcathedral Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, is a majestic architectural masterpiece, embodying centuries of religious and cultural significance in the heart of the city.
The Jesuit College in Poznań, a splendid architectural gem, intertwines Baroque elegance with scholarly heritage, serving as a testament to the city's rich cultural and educational legacy.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that booking this tour you will be joining our general pay as you wish tour (tour in which it is up to the guest how to reward his or her guide). In this case the amount you pay covers the reservation fee and the guide's payment. If you wish to join a smaller, private tour let us know and we will organise it for you!
Reviews(17)
We didn't walk very far, just around the square really. Tomasz was very nice but we had some difficulty with his English and what the story was... the church was magnificent.
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the church and found Tomasz kind and welcoming, though we’re sorry the tour route and clarity didn’t fully meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments and will use them to improve both our storytelling and communication.
Since we had already had 2 wonderful pen tours with walkatives behind us, we were also looking forward to these in Poznan. Tom tried very hard, but his English was a bit bulky and despite a very large group, he sometimes spoke very softly. We had a hard time following him in the meantime, he seemed a bit confused. Nevertheless, of course we tried to concentrate on the tour. We've had better ones.
Vielen Dank für Ihr ehrliches Feedback. Es tut uns leid zu hören, dass die Tour in Posen nicht Ihren Erwartungen entsprach. Wir werden Ihre Anmerkungen bezüglich der Verständlichkeit und Organisation an den Guide weitergeben, um solche Situationen in Zukunft zu vermeiden. Wir hoffen, Sie geben uns bei einer anderen Tour nochmals die Chance, Sie zu begeistern.
This was a wonderful tour and Margret was fantastic. Very informative. Learned about Poznan and Polish history as well.
The tour covered relevant sights and the guide provided some details that are probably not commonly known. The experience would have been better if the guide's mic/speaker gear hadn't had issues and his english had been a bit more fluent.
I had a fantastic tour with Susan! She did a great job sharing the history and current happenings of the town. Perfect timing to also catch the goats at the clock tower. She was very clear with great English. Highly recommend!!
Justine was excellent! I loved the tour and how much extra she added. I will always remember the story of her grandmother.
Better than nothing as I learnt things I didn't know and went to places I would not have done on my own, but this was a bad example of a free walking tour. There was no narrative - just different explanations of various things at different points, and no attempt to make you understand life in the old time in Poznan throughout the centuries. Far too many dates and names - it was like a disjointed and ill-planned history lesson, focusing on many centuries ago. Lots was assumed by the guide; I happened to learn about the partitions of Poland at school in the UK but most people on the tour would not have known about them and so would have heen baffled when reference to them was casually thrown in with no explanation. There was no attempt to make this fun or interesting - I've done many free walking tours and the best of them can be brilliant - Manchester UK and Sarajevo Bosnia Herzegovina stand out as particularly fine examples - but this was not one of them. Poznan does not seem blessed with free walking tours. It's a shame as a good one would be a wonderful asset to this beautiful, fascinating and friendly city.
Alessandra explanation was great. She speaks truly by hearth about her city and this is something you can feel all the time while she shows you the downtown
A very informative, interesting young lady. A must to do to appreciate the beautiful Poznan. The trip met in the Freedom Square, taking in the castle and the Old Town, with a view of the goats at 12pm!
As with all Walkative tours, informative and worth every effort and costs. Costs are up to you, on this occasion, I had no change and had to part with a large bill but I did so gladly, as it was well worth it
