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Discover the Dark Side of Warsaw in Praga District by Retro Bus
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $41 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 322 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 40
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Palace of Culture and Science, Tourist Information point. Look for bus stop '''DWORZEC CENTRALNY 12''. Google location: 52.23081290854057, 21.005298793209906
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Warsaw
Description
MEETING POINT: PALACE OF CULTURE AND SCIENCE, BY TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE. BUS STOP ''DWORZEC CENTRALNY 12''. Enjoy a 2.5-hour guided bus tour, by 1980's Jelcz "Cucumber" bus, around the "dark side" of Warsaw: the Praga district. The tour features live commentary on board from your guide and a walk around several sites, including Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a chocolate lounge, Brzeska and Stalowa street. Pass by the former vodka factory "Koneser" and a former black market "Różycki's Bazaar." See the most interesting sacred buildings, authentic pre-war architecture and plenty of murals. Tour includes a complimentary hot chocolate. FOR TOTAL NUMBER OF PASSENGERS UP TO 8 PEOPLE WE PROVIDE NYSA MINI RETRO BUS. IF THE FINAL NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS IS MORE THAN 8, WE USE JELCZ ''CUCUMBER'' RETRO BUS.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our bus will be waiting for you by Palace of Culture and Science- Tourist Information Office (look for bus stop ''DWORZEC CENTRALNY 12'')- nowadays the symbol of Warsaw City, known as the gift from Joseph Stalin.
Have You heard the story about the Date Palm Tree in Warsaw's city center ?
Hear the story what was hidden in the basement of the National Museum during WWII.
Football stadium built for UEFA Euro Championship 2012.
You will be given a cup of hot chocolate and you will hear very interesting stories about this factory.
Is Warsaw East railway station considered as the most beautiful station in Warsaw? We will let You know about it during the tour.
Have You seen the longest building in Warsaw? That is the right time!
You will see one of the most beautiful churches in Poland.
You will hear stories about former vodka factory and you will find out if vodka had any impact on the district.
You will discover why this district is called "the dark side of Warsaw".
Discover where is the longest operating marketplace in Warsaw and check out yourself what is sold here now.
Picturesque street which became a movie set for the film "The Pianist" by Roman Polański.
You will hear an interesting story about the founder of Nowa Praga district and also You will see the inner courtyard of the prewar residential house.
Have You watched the movie "The Zookeper's wife"? If so, You can't miss Warsaw's Zoo.
We will cross the Vistula River, the mother of the rivers in Poland.
Admire the breathtaking panorama of the Royal Castle.
Known as the Warsaw Nike, commemorates all those who died in Warsaw during WWII.
The main street in Warsaw, enlarged after the WWII.
Highlights
A cup of hot chocolate
Transport by 1980's coach
Professional guide
Live commentary on board
What's included
Included
A cup of hot chocolate
Transport by 1980's coach
Professional guide
Live commentary on board
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Traveller Ratings
5.0
322 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Discover the Dark Side of Warsaw in Praga District by Retro Bus lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 18 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $41 per person for this Warsaw experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Palace of Culture and Science, Tourist Information point. Look for bus stop '''DWORZEC CENTRALNY 12''. Google location: 52.23081290854057, 21.005298793209906 . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(322)
7
Give it a bash
The bus had trouble starting several times! It sure did spice up the experience. Sites and explanations were interesting, but i had trouble at times to understand the guide (speaking a bit fast, and he had an accent of course) who was quite friendly nonetheless.
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Good experience
Very informative and interesting. Nice way to start trip in Warsaw.
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You Gotta Do This Tour
Very cool tour that shows the gritty history of the Praga District. First, the tour is part on a bus and part walking. The bus is retro with ours specifically from 1971. Small cramped but absolutely awesome because it defines this tours grit. Maks, our guide was awesome. He did not mince words describing how this part of Warsaw used to be and he was a wealth of information. Definitely recommend doing this tour to see a less touristy part of Warsaw.
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Amazing!
It was amazing! Tourguide was nice and experianced. Trip was a bit off fun, history and cultural event. I truly recommended and you shoud try it!
Operator response
Bardzo nam miło, że podobała się Państwu nasza wycieczka. Mamy nadzieję, że do zobaczenia!
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See the another side of the river!
Like the tour. Seeing warsaw in another angle. Our guide (Marks) and driver (Adam) had done great job. Marks has provided the context of the location we were; and with some interesting fact behind :)
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Great trip
Really nice guide. I loved how they showed nearly everything.it was about 2-3 hours. So really not long.Overall it was great. I really recommend it.
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Great Tour, strongly recommend
Great, strongly recommend! It's fun, interesting, the guide was super super nice. Great stories about unknown facts about Warsaw. Fantastic option for families.
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Amazing Experience
So excited, this is my favorite experience in Warsaw, the tutor is so professional and patient on describe history of this historical block
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Off the beaten track experience
We had a great experience with Maks our Warsaw host. His tour was informative and humorous. Good chance to see the darker side of Warsaw , not often seen by the average tourist. Blue retro bus was very cool. Highly recommended.
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