Warsaw Old Town (UNESCO area): Facts & Legends | small groups
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $20 / person
- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 127 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Up to 25 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Orange Umbrella Free Tour
- Meeting point
- By the Sigismund's Column (20-meter high column with a bronze statue on top) in the Castle Square, look for a guide with an ORANGE UMBRELLA & British flag. IN CASE OF PARADE/PROTEST/CONCERT BLOCKING THE SIGISMUND'S COLUMN, THE TOUR WILL BE STARTING FROM OUTSIDE THE NEARBY McDonald's RESTAURANT.
Description
With our professional English-speaking guides, all Warsaw locals, each with years of guiding experience, discover the fascinating history of medieval Warsaw, learn about its transformation into the royal residential city and the capital of Poland, the World War 2 destruction and the awe-inspiring post-war reconstruction to which it owes today the title of the Unesco World Heritage Area.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 6:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 10+)
- $20
- Child (ages 0–9)
- $10
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 3:46 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
King Sigismund's Column (Kolumna Zygmunta)
The oldest, tallest and most famous Warsaw monument: a 20 meter high and 400 year old granit column which commemorates one of the most powerful Polish Kings - Sigismund Vasa.
Palacio Real De Varsovia
The residence of Polish Kings in the 17th and in the 18th century seen from outside. The main landmark in the Warsaw Old Town.
The oldest Warsaw church, existing in this place since the foundation of the city in the early 14th century. Free entrance if there is no service.
Kanonia
Pictoresque back street of the Old Town with the famous magic bell and the narrowest house in Poland.
Main square of the Warsaw Old Town, the most important place in medieval Warsaw, today featuring the famous Mermaid Statue in the middle of the square.
Warsaw Barbican (Barbakan Warszawski)
Fortified outpost of medieval city walls. One of two such constractions in the world.
Muzeum Marii Sklodowskiej-Curie
19th century building in Warsaw New Town where Maria Skłodowska-Curie was born and where she spent her childhood. Today her museum.
What's included
Included
city map
guide service
Not included
tip for the guide :)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
127 reviews
How it compares in Warsaw
- No. 30 by number of reviews among 556 tours in Warsaw
- Starting price $20 is 74% below the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Warsaw
- Price over the last 30 days: $20–$21
Excurgo comparison of 556 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In case of parade/protest/concert blocking the Column, the tour will be starting from the nearby McDonald's restaurant.
- You will join a group that may include participants attending on a pay-what-you-wish basis. Your booking price already covers the guide's fee and all booking fees, while some participants may contribute at their own discretion.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Warsaw Old Town (UNESCO area): Facts & Legends | small groups lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $20 per person for this Warsaw experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 6:30 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 0–9 pay from $10, adults from $20.
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 By the Sigismund's Column (20-meter high column with a bronze statue on top) in the Castle Square, look for a guide with an ORANGE UMBRELLA & British flag. IN CASE OF PARADE/PROTEST/CONCERT BLOCKING THE SIGISMUND'S COLUMN, THE TOUR WILL BE STARTING FROM OUTSIDE THE NEARBY McDonald's RESTAURANT. 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 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(127)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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