Top Warsaw Historical Tours - page 3

Experience the opulence of Wilanów Palace—often nicknamed “Little Versailles”—with this audio tour. Opting for a self-guided tour means there’s no need to rush, and it’s possible to pause whenever you like to admire the surroundings. The audio commentary reveals more about the former Polish king who lived at the palace—King Jan Sobieski III—as well as the palace’s symbolism and hidden secrets.

Learn more about World War II in Poland and pay your respects to victims of the Nazis on this full-day private tour to the Majdanek Concentration Camp from Warsaw. It’s one of the best-preserved camps and provides an insightful look into Holocaust history. After, explore nearby Lublin city, founded in the 9th century and rich in history and culture.

Pay your respects to those who died at one of the biggest concentration camps in Europe and learn more about World War II history on this day tour to Treblinka. You’ll be picked up from your accommodation in Warsaw and driven to the site, so you don’t need to catch buses or trains. This is a private tour so you can take your time exploring the memorials at this moving place.

The magnificent Wilanow Royal Palace dates back to the 1600s, and is a great choice for history buffs and architecture fans. Avoid the stress of busy public transport, and enjoy round-trip transport with a small group that’s limited to eight passengers. There’s plenty to see at the palace including its spectacular gardens, sculptures, artwork, and monuments. As you explore the palace, enjoy audio commentary and learn about King Jan III Sobieski, and the other former residents.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Warsaw for a scenic private day trip that showcases the beauty of the Mazovian countryside. Instead of looking up public transport schedules, get the most out of your day with fuss-free private transfers between dispersed sights. The trip visits the open-air museum of Łowicz village, the English-style romantic garden of Arkadia Park, and the 18th-century Nieborow Palace.

With its fascinating history and UNESCO-listed Old Town, Warsaw makes a great addition to any tour itinerary, but the sprawling Polish capital can be intimidating to first-time visitors. Instead of going it alone, opt for a guided 3-, 5- or 7-hour walking tour and tick off popular attractions like Pilsudski Square, Krasińskich Square, the former Jewish Ghetto and Lazienki Royal Park.

The excellent solution to explore Warsaw, if you don’t have much time. Join the walking tour with a professional local guide. Learning about the pre-war diversity and richness of Jewish Warsaw helps us understand the scale of the destruction that took place during the Holocaust. But, alongside stories of persecution and death, there are stories of the resilience and unimaginable bravery of those who fought without hope.

Lazienki Park (Łazienki Królewskie w Warszáwie) and Wilanow Palace, once home of Poland's best-known king, Jan Sobieski III, are two of the country's most significant royal sites. Discover them in just a morning or afternoon on this convenient small-group tour. You'll share transport to attractions but explore independently on arrival with an audio guide in your choice of seven languages, plus pickup and drop-off direct to your Warsaw hotel.

According to The Independent, Praga is one of Europe’s 10 coolest neighborhoods. That doesn’t come as much of a surprise to Varsovians, and soon you’ll understand why. Uncover the hidden gems and contrasts waiting for you on the other side of the river and see a face of Warsaw that you didn’t even know existed. Sign up for this walking tour if you want to see where one of the BBC’s 100 Greatest Movies of the 21st Century was shot, listen to the true story that inspired the movie “The Zookeeper’s Wife”, learn about one of the biggest architectural mysteries of post-war Warsaw, soak up some of the most bohemian streets in the capital, take in the most important Orthodox church in Warsaw, admire stunning examples of street art created by world-famous artists, find out where you can learn about the most well-known Polish drink, vodka, and taste it! Don't just visit Warsaw, discover it! Tour duration: approx. 2,5h Distance: approx. 3,5 km

Warsaw is an old city with centuries of history, so touring on a retro minibus is a fun way to get around that fits the vibe of the city. Over three hours, check out famous and lesser-known attractions that some visitors miss, including the off-beat Praga district, Soviet-style architecture, and reconstructed pre-World War II buildings. This is a great way for first-time visitors to get an overview of the Polish capital.

There is no better place to learn about WWII, the Holocaust, and the life of Polish Jews than in the largest ghetto in Europe. Along with a small group and a passionate guide, you'll discover the stories, secrets, and hidden remnants of the Warsaw Ghetto, where the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising took place in 1943. This is a well-organized, small group experience that will give you a good sense of the area's history and daily life of Polish Jews in Warsaw during WWII.

Warsaw. The phoenix city. The Paris of the east. The queen who never was. Warsaw is the city that you don’t know you wanted to visit, but will be so happy you did. Join us on the “Historic Heart of Warsaw” walking tour and discover one of the greatest European stories you haven’t heard of. Uncover the fantastic stories of the capital of a once great and powerful nation as we take in all the must-see sites (and a few extra hidden gems for good measure). Sign up for this walking tour if you want to hear about fascinating stories, such as: a 19th Varsovian who accomplished what no one other scientist has to this day, why Warsaw is also called the phoenix city, how Warsaw was the first to put famous people on pedestals (quite literally), the symbol of Warsaw and the interesting legend surrounding it, why the Old Town is on UNESCO’s World Heritage list, how to make even your most secret wish come true simply by counting to three, and more!

The Majdanek State Museum (Majdanek Concentration Camp) lies on the fringes of historic Lublin, about a 2-hour drive from Warsaw. Pay tribute to the tens of thousands of victims on a private guided tour of the 670-acre (270-hectare) site. Most travelers upgrade to a longer program, which takes in Lublin Old Town, one of Poland’s prettiest, Lublin Castle and the Krakow Gate (Brama Krakowska), and includes a Polish lunch.

Discover the poignant history of Treblinka, home to a former Nazi concentration camp and penal labor facility, on a 7-hour tour from Warsaw. Far less crowded than the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, Treblinka features a museum, commemorative monuments, and peaceful natural landscapes. This small-group tour is limited to eight people to ensure an intimate atmosphere. Lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

If you’d like to see the highlights of Warsaw but don’t want to struggle to hear your guide on a large group tour, this private tour is ideal. Visit a number of the city’s must-see sights, and customize your itinerary to suit your needs. Learn more about the history and culture of the city from your private guide, who will answer all your questions.

Warsaw's Old Town is a must-see part of the city. Decimated in WWII, Old Town was reconstructed after the war. Stroll it with a guide to see some of its best attractions, learn about its history, and hear about the details of its reconstruction and revival. Your guide can provide insider tips and recommendations in the city for the remainder of your stay.

Explore the intersection of Warsaw’s past and present on an evening city tour and pub crawl aboard a Communist-era minibus. Roll through the capital’s liveliest districts with an in-the-know driver and guide, stopping to revel in the hottest nightlife spots alongside locals. It's not all just dancing and drinking though—learn about Warsaw’s tumultuous history and see surviving examples of pre-war artifacts and Communist architecture that dot the urban landscape.

Enjoy the quaint streets, top attractions and beautiful views of Warsaw in the privacy of your own group with a talented and experienced guide. Peppered with enticing lore, fascinating facts and the historic context, you'll get an unforgettable insider's view of this cultured city. Our tour will cover places like the Old Town Market Square, Castle Square, Warsaw Barbican, St. Anna's Church, Royal Castle, the Palace of Culture and Science and much more.

Glide along Warsaw's historic streets on a self-balancing Segway for 2 hours, and see the Praga district from a unique perspective. Drive down the city’s oldest streets, get panoramic views of the Vistula River, see the vast Multimedia Fountain Park and more.

Take a walk back in time along Krakowskie Przedmieście street, the most important historical artery of Warsaw city with this self-guided GPS audio tour. During the tour, you will learn the more and less known compelling stories about the local landmarks and events which took place here for over 500 years. Hanna, your tour guide, has lived in Warsaw since she was born. She graduated from Warsaw University, where she studied Sociology and Economics, but her real passion is urban history and loves to share her knowledge of the past with others. Join her on this

This is a fantastic overview tour for first-time visitors to Warsaw. Avoid the hassle of putting together your own itinerary and enjoy a comprehensive tour that includes door-to-door transport. See Warsaw’s Old Town, the Old Market Square, and highlights along the Royal Route such as the Royal Castle. Along the way, you’ll listen to an audio guide and learn about the sites you visit.

The Wolf's Lair (Wolfsschanze or Wilczy Szaniec) was Hitler’s main headquarters during World War II and its overgrown remains maintain an eerie power. A 4-hour drive from Warsaw, it’s impossible to reach by public transport and a tough drive in a hire car. Skip the stress on this private tour, with lunch and entrance fees included, and stop at the Mamerki bunkers, Castle Reszel or Swieta Lipka Sanctuary en route.

Avoid crowded large group tours, and opt for a more intimate alternative—a private tour with just your group. Save time and see two locations in a day—The Warsaw Uprising Museum, and The POLIN Museum. Highlights include seeing an interactive multimedia exhibition showing the challenging daily lives of the Warsaw uprising participants, and learning about the history of Poland’s Jewish community at POLIN Museum.