Essential Free Tour Warsaw

Explore the colorful Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn how thoroughly it was razed during WWII.
See huge Soviet monuments and talk with a local guide about the impact of that dramatic era.
Follow the steps of important Polish personalities such as Marie Curie or Frederic Chopin.

FAQ

Warsaw is a magical tourist destination full of impressive historical sites that date back to the years when Lithuania and Poland united and became one of the greatest European countries, so there is no shortage of things to do in Warsaw. To see most of the picturesque Polish capital and the place where Chopin spent his early years, experienced travelers book the best Essential Free Tour of Warsaw. This professionally designed tour covers all the main landmarks in the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site boasting elegant churches and palaces. Along the tour, your local guide will also provide engaging information about the foundation of the city, its ancient history, the struggles during World War II, and how the population coped with the problems under the Communist regime.

During your Free Tour of Essential Warsaw, you will see the pride of the city, the Royal Castle. More of a palace than a castle, it cost enormous amounts of money to reconstruct it from a pile of rubble after the war, but it was definitely worth it. Don't be surprised if you hear stories about a white lady haunting some of the halls. There is a legend that says the lady's appearance signals imminent danger and disaster! Nearby is Rynek Starego Miasta or the Old Town Market Square. This is the oldest part of Warsaw, since it was originally constructed in the 1300s. The square was destroyed by the German army, but now is luckily restored to its prewar glory. It is lined with beautiful houses that date from the 17th and 18th centuries, as well as restaurants and shops, where you can find local produce.

Along the tour, your local guide will also introduce you to wonders such as St. John's Archcathedral, one of the oldest churches in Warsaw, dating to the late 14th century. Over the centuries, the originally Baroque-style church has been rebuilt and remodeled quite a few times to serve the kings and queens that were crowned here. It was also the burial grounds of the most famous Polish. One of the joys of a visit to Warsaw is an exploration of the wonderful souvenirs, boutiques, art galleries, traditional restaurants, vodka shops, fresh markets... to be found in the charming streets around the old town. Along the tour, your guide will be happy to offer tips about things to do, where to eat and what to order so you can have a wonderful stay!