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Warsaw is considered the most important city in Poland . It is the capital of the country since 1596 (previously it was Krakow) and has a cultural and historical background very difficult to match. In 1939, before the Nazi holocaust, there were 1,300,000 settled Jews in the city, almost 30% of the population of the capital ... After 6 years of indescribable horrors, that same population was reduced to one third and more than 90 % of the city was reduced to rubble. Since then, the reconstruction of the city has been rehabilitating the most emblematic and essential areas, combining the before and after to make history clear. In Warsaw there are a large number of guided tours through the different neighborhoods and areas of the town. In fact, there are tours that focus on making routes through the most emblematic places that allow you to travel the city in 2-3 hours. You can also find more specific routes to visit the Palace of Culture and Science, Plac Zamkowy (in Stare Miasto), the Royal Castle, the little mermaid in Rynek Starego Miasta, the Barbakan, the Nowe Miasto, the Jewish ghetto, the Łazienki Park , the Wilanów Palace, the Saint John Cathedral or the Prague district. The advantage of the local guides is that they can tell you things not so well known in the city as well as recommend more exclusive places. It can help you to know better how are the free walking tours in Warsaw the opinions and ratings of travelers who have already done a tour in this city. In addition, other interesting cities to visit from Poland are Poznan and Wroclaw.

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Explore the capital of poland with orange umbrella. the oldest and best-rated free tour in warsaw, free  warsaw walking tour.

Orange Umbrella Free Tour is the oldest and the best rated regular English walking tour in Warsaw. We run our tours every day, all year round, regardless of holidays and weather conditions. Our classics, in schedule since 2011 include: the Old Town Tour , the Best of Warsaw Tour , the World War 2 Tour and the Jewish Warsaw Tour .

We are a local Warsaw-based company . Our guides are true Varsovians who love their city and want to share their passion and knowledge. On each tour a tourist will get an original, different, local perspective. Our guides are trained, licensed professionals with university education and high language competence. You will easily identify them by orange umbrellas with the British flag mounted on top.

When guiding we focus on stories rather than bare facts. We talk as much about history as about everyday life in contemporary Warsaw. We are determined to show you Poland’s Capital as we see it : a colorful, lively city, with a turbulent past but with an immense energy to move forward.

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This free walking tour of Warsaw is the ideal way to begin to discover the capital of Poland . During this tour, you'll see the Royal Castle, the Presidential Palace, the famous Market Square and much more!

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At the scheduled time, we'll meet at the Copernicus Monument at the selected time and start a free tour around the historical centre of Warsaw. First, we'll visit the residence of the former kings of Poland.

Then we'll stroll through the market square looking at the colourful houses of Warsaw's Old Town . This part of the city had to be rebuilt after the Second World War due to the destruction caused by the Nazis.

During the tour, we'll discover the history of Warsaw and the main personalities who influenced its development, such as King Sigismund III. This monarch moved the national capital from Krakow in the 16th century.

The guide will take you to admire the imposing Warsaw Barbican and the medieval city walls . The visit to the historical centre will allow us to meet some of the most famous Polish personalities while strolling through the streets where Marie Curie or Frédéric Chopin were born.

The free tour ends with a return to the starting point after 2 hours and 30 minutes of sightseeing.

It isn't possible to take the free tour if you're a group of more than 6 people, even if the bookings were made separately. In this case, we recommend booking a private tour.

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Welcome to Warsaw, home of Original Free Warsaw Tours. The capital of Poland is packed with history and culture, and we would love to show it to you. From the food to the drinks it’s all unique here. Join us on one of our Original Free Tours to see some great places around town. Head over to the Original Free Warsaw Tour to see some of the cities famous historical landmarks, learn the history of Warsaw, and get some great tips about what to do while you are in town. 

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The Free Warsaw Walking Tours are a great way to familiarize yourself with Poland’s most polular city. Learn about the extensive history of Warsaw and how the city was shaped today. The Free tour covers famous Warsaw attractions, including the most influential historical sights while entertaining you with stories of past wars, triumphs, and tragedies. Learn how to get around and the different areas in the city. Socialize with other travelers and discover Warsaw’s history from its dark history during World War Two, to its early history and modern times.

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This tour is great for seeing the sights and getting a feel for the city. Want to avoid the large crowds and hang out more in the cooler areas, try on of our graffiti tours, the Original Alternative Free tour. 

Our guides are great in what they do. They live for this stuff and love sharing their experiences of this city.

We will also talk about where to find the best restaurants, fun pubs, live music, or the best dance clubs. Our guides are active in the city and can provide some great insider knowledge.

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There’s nothing like an evening stroll around a new city. You feel a bit more like a party, head over to the Original Warsaw Pub Crawl to check out some of our best nightlife areas around. Meet up with a fun group from around the world and rub shoulders with the locals on this one of a kind Warsaw Pub Crawl, By day or by night, come let us show you our home town!

The Free Warsaw Tours are made with the traveler in mind. We will hit the major attractions and also give you some tips as you learn your way around. This tour is perfect for anyone and we would love to show you why.

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Free walking tour Warsaw shows you Warsaw, the capital of Poland, is a vibrant city steeped in history, culture and politics. From its medieval Old Town to its iconic Palace of Culture and Science, there’s plenty to see and do in this dynamic city. Visitors can wander through the reconstructed Old Town, admire the stunning baroque architecture of the Royal Castle, or visit the poignant Memorial to the Warsaw Uprising. Warsaw is also home to world-class museums, art galleries, and theaters, as well as lively cafes, bars, and restaurants. With its mix of the old and the new, Warsaw offers something for everyone, making it a must-visit destination in Poland.

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Free Walking Tour Warsaw – Itinerary

Free walking tour Warsaw begins at the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its well-preserved medieval architecture and cobblestone streets.

Explore the Royal Castle, a former residence of Polish monarchs, now housing exhibitions on the country’s history and art. Walk through the beautiful Castle Square, surrounded by historic buildings and monuments.

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Next, visit St. John’s Cathedral, a stunning baroque church with a rich history. As you continue your tour, make your way to the Jewish Quarter, where you can witness the remnants of the once-thriving Jewish community, including the monument to the 1943 Ghetto Uprising.

Lastly, stroll through the Lazienki Park, one of the largest parks in Warsaw and a popular gathering spot for locals, featuring beautiful gardens, lakes, and palaces.

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Explore Warsaw in Poland with one of our free walking tours . Click on a marker on the map to get started and view details about the tour. Below is an overview of the sightseeing tours. A total of 30 tours are available in Warsaw, Poland.

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Self-guided Tour #1

  • Poległym i Pomordowanym na Wschodzie
  • Kościół Świętego Jana Bożego
  • Pałac Sapiehów
  • Kościół pw. Stygmatów św. Franciszka
  • Kościół parafialny pw. Nawiedzenia Najświętszej Maryi Panny
  • Kaplica klasztorna
  • Rynek Nowego Miasta
  • Maria Skłodowska-Curie Museum
  • Saint Hyacinth's Church
  • Pauline Church of the Holy Spirit and Paul The Hermit
  • Muzeum Literatury im. Adama Mickiewicza

Self-guided Tour #2

  • Katedra Polowa Wojska Polskiego
  • Muzeum Cechu Rzemiosł Skórzanych
  • Museum of Pharmacy
  • Gnojna Góra
  • Muzeum Archidiecezji Warszawskiej
  • Sanktuarium Matki Bożej Łaskawej
  • Kościół pw. Świętego Marcina
  • Sigismund's Column
  • St. Anne's Church
  • Muzeum Karykatury
  • Kościół Przemienienia Pańskiego
  • Kościół św. Brata Alberta i św. Andrzeja Apostoła
  • Gruba Kaśka
  • Reformed Church
  • Polin Museum of the History of Polish Jews
  • Kościół pw. Świętego Augustyna

Self-guided Tour #3

  • Footbridge of Memory
  • Kościól Św. Karola Boromeusza
  • Park Mirowski
  • Saxon Garden
  • Holy Trinity Church
  • Czapski Palace
  • Museum of the University of Warsaw
  • Kościół Wizytek
  • Potocki Palace
  • Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and of Saint Joseph
  • Park Kazimierzowski
  • Kazimierz Palace

Self-guided Tour #4

  • Muzeum Wojska Polskiego
  • Muzeum Historii Polski
  • Pomnik żołnierzy AK poległych w ataku na Dworzec Gdański
  • Generał Stanisław Sosabowski
  • Pomnik I Dywizji Pancernej
  • Kościół pw. Dzieciątka Jezus
  • Fort Sokolnickiego
  • Witold Pilecki
  • Pomnik Czynu Zbrojnego Polonii Amerykańskiej
  • Kościół Świętego Jana Kantego

Self-guided Tour #5

  • Park Akcji Burza
  • Katedra Świętego Ducha
  • Myslewicki Palace
  • Piotr Wysocki
  • Palace on the Water
  • Old Orangery
  • Skarpa warszawska
  • Henryk Sienkiewicz
  • Pomnik Chopina
  • Pomnik marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego
  • Jan Olszewski
  • Obserwatorium Astronomiczne
  • Botanical Garden
  • TR Warszawa
  • Pomnik Tarasa Szewczenki
  • Pomnik Krzysztofa Kozłowskiego

Self-guided Tour #6

  • Kościół Wniebowstąpienia Pańskiego
  • Mausoleum of Struggle and Martyrdom
  • Ignacy Daszyński
  • Kanał Piaseczyński
  • Park Agrykola
  • Park Jazdów
  • Ujazdów Park
  • Muzeum Legii Warszawa

Self-guided Tour #7

  • Kościół Matki Boskiej Nieustającej Pomocy
  • Kościół pw. Matki Boskiej Nieustającej Pomocy
  • Cmentarz Wolski
  • Polegli Niepokonani
  • Cerkiew św. Jana Klimaka
  • Pomnik Generała Józefa Sowińskiego
  • Park Józefa Sowińskiego
  • Park im. Edwarda Szymańskiego
  • Kościół pw. Świętego Stanisława Biskupa i Męczennika
  • Pomnik Ludwika Waryńskiego
  • Kościół pw. Świętego Wojciecha
  • Pamięci 7000 ofiar z 5 VIII 1944
  • Muzeum Nurkowania

Self-guided Tour #8

  • Zbigniew Jerzyna
  • Dolinka Służewska
  • Pomnik Męczenników Terroru Komunistycznego 1944–1956
  • Kościół pw. Świętej Katarzyny

Self-guided Tour #9

  • Park na Książęcem
  • Pałac Przeździeckich
  • Pomnik Powstańców Warszawy
  • Pomnik Napoleona Bonaparte
  • Muzeum Historii Spółdzielczości w Polsce
  • Scena Relax
  • Park Świętokrzyski
  • Pomnik Janusza Korczaka
  • Kościół Wszystkich Świętych
  • Muzeum Sztuki Nowoczesnej
  • Narodowe Muzeum Techniki
  • Mur Getta Warszawskiego
  • Muzeum Getta Warszawskiego
  • Muzeum Woli
  • Warsaw Rising Museum
  • Replika samochodu pancernego Kubuś
  • Pomnik Marcina Kasprzaka
  • Warsaw Gasworks Museum
  • Kościół pw. Świętego Wawrzyńca

Self-guided Tour #10

  • Fort VIII Twierdzy Warszawa Służew
  • Park Romana Kozłowskiego

Self-guided Tour #11

  • Muzeum Ikon w Warszawie
  • Kościół parafialny pw. Niepokalanego Poczęcia Najświętszej Maryi Panny
  • Kościół parafialny pw. Dzieciątka Jezus
  • Cmentarz Szpitala Dzieciątka Jezus
  • Kaplica pw. Świętej Barbary
  • Fotoplastikon Warszawski
  • Kaplica pw. Matki Bożej Nieustającej Pomocy
  • Muzeum Harcerstwa
  • Kościół Świętego Aleksandra
  • Kazimierz Leski „Bradl”
  • Memoriał Wolnego Słowa
  • National Museum in Warsaw
  • Museum of the Polish Army
  • Muzeum Azji i Pacyfiku
  • Most Poniatowskiego
  • Galeria Le Guern
  • Kościół pw. Świętego Andrzeja Boboli

Self-guided Tour #12

  • Pomnik Batalionów Chłopskich
  • Park Sielecki
  • Folwark Sielce
  • Morskie Oko
  • Pamięci Żołnierzy AK Powstańców Mokotowa
  • Laboratorium Dramatu (scena Przodownik)
  • Jan Matejko Monument
  • Pałac Szustra
  • Głazy narzutowe
  • Park Dreszera
  • Fort M Twierdzy Warszawa Mokotów

Self-guided Tour #13

  • Kościół pw. Matki Bożej Loretańskiej
  • Most Gdański
  • Most kolejowy przy Cytadeli
  • Fort Legionów
  • Fort Traugutta
  • Maszt Wolności
  • Kościół pw. Świętego Karola Boromeusza

Self-guided Tour #14

  • Kościół parafialny pw. Narodzenia Najświętszej Maryi Panny
  • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
  • Kościół Niepokalanego Poczęcia Najświętszej Maryi Panny
  • Galeria Obok ZPAF

Self-guided Tour #15

  • Kościół pw. Matki Boskiej Królowej Polski Męczenników
  • Bolesław Prus
  • Chwała Saperom
  • Płyta Desantu 3 Dywizji Piechoty I Armii WP
  • Kościół Ewangelicznych Chrześcijan
  • Pamięci Armii Krajowej
  • Francesco Nullo
  • Pomnik Państwa Podziemnego i AK
  • Pomnik Cichociemnych Spadochroniarzy AK
  • Pomnik Ronalda Reagana
  • Pałacyk Rembielińskiego

Self-guided Tour #16

  • Muzeum Sportu i Turystyki
  • Światłotrysk
  • Kępa Potocka
  • Park Żołnierzy Żywiciela
  • Pomnik AL i AK w powstaniu warszawskim

Self-guided Tour #17

  • Park przy Bażantarni
  • Oak Mieszko I
  • Kościół parafialny pw. Ofiarowania Pańskiego
  • Górka Kazurka

Self-guided Tour #18

  • Muzeum Katyńskie

Self-guided Tour #19

  • Warsaw Uprising Mound
  • The Royal Łazienki Museum
  • Świątynia Egipska
  • Sanktuarium Świętego Andrzeja Boboli
  • Cmentarz Mauzoleum Żołnierzy Radzieckich
  • Fort Rakowiec

Self-guided Tour #20

  • Muzeum Kowalstwa
  • Muzeum Historii Polskiego Ruchu Ludowego
  • Fort VIIA Twierdzy Warszawa Służewiec

Why Visit Sights? Self-guided sightseeing tours are a free and safe alternative to bus tours. You can explore Warsaw at your own pace, any time! Do something good for your health by walking.

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Before the Second World War, Warsaw was the second-largest Jewish city in the world. The only place with a larger Jewish community was… New York! 

For centuries, Jews played an active role in the city’s life during good times and bad. In the 19th century, Jews joined other Varsovians in their struggles against occupying powers and participated in Polish uprisings. During the Interwar Period, Jewish Warsaw flourished. Hundreds of artists, actors, writers, and journalists called the city home. Its cultural life was incomparable to any other time and place in history.

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. 

The wounds and scars of the Second World War and Holocaust will never heal. But the story of Jewish Warsaw is not only the story of the past, but also the story of today: the young, diverse and energetic Jewish community that optimistically looks to the future. 

To discover all of this, just come and join us and be ready for an emotional journey through history!

During this 2,5 hour tour you will see:

  • Grzybowski Square and Próżna Street – one of very few areas in Warsaw that survived the destruction of the Warsaw ghetto
  • Nożyk Synagogue – the only surviving pre-war Warsaw synagogue
  • Waliców street – once the ghetto border
  • Chłodna Street – monument commemorating the footbridge once connecting parts of the Warsaw ghetto
  • the courts on former Leszno street – the point of contact between the ghetto and the so-called Aryan side, allowing meetings of friends and families, smuggling and escapes
  • Polin Museum of the History of Polish Jews and the 1948 Monument to the Ghetto Heroes
  • and much more!

The last stop is near the POLIN Museum.

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Lukasz was great! The tour was long and informative. He was easy to understand, enjoyable, and did a great job painting a picture of what Jewish life was like in the Ghetto.

Amazing tour

Pedro was our guide and he was amazing. Fully prepared with images, information and maps that helped visualize and understand better what happened during the war. It was basically a history lesson that was more than we expected. Thank you very much Pedro!

We 100% recommend it

Great History Lesson

This 2 1/2 hour tour was one of the best tours we took in Warsaw. Our guide Andrzej was extremely knowledgeable, gave us detailed information and had a great sense of humor. His English was excellent and he was very easy to hear and understand. The tour started by All Saints Church and took in the Jewish Synagogue and the Jewish quarter before ending near the Jewish museum.

We loved the tour and would recommend him to everybody with interest in the history of Warsaw and/or the WW2.

Nueva visión sobre la historia judía en Varsovia

Ana es una guía maravillosa, se nota todos sus conocimientos y lo bien que lo trasmite. Nos ha hecho ver la historia de la comunidad judía mucho más haya de lo que algunas películas y libros nos han hecho creer.

Nothing to show

While the history of Jews in Warsaw is huge, there is almost nothing to show in the tour.

There is a long-long walk in a modern Warsaw, with something lime 2-3 sites to see. Just normal streets. The ghetto was destroyed during the war, so nothing left.

You will not learn anything from this walk.

Even the few ruins left are not really shown during the tour. Not recommended.

This tour is also available as a Private Tour.

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  • Praga by Locals

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Praga by Locals Paid Tour

Time: you choose

Duration: 2 hrs

Starting Point: St. Florian’s Cathedral

Price: from 20 EUR per person

Language: English

Some say that Praga is a city within a city with a real spirit of the past, spared from the destruction during WW2. Few years ago it became a hip place to be, filled with trendy cafes, bars and shops. At the same time, it’s authentic, old and rundown in many areas. For this reason, street artists love it. Praga is not an obvious choice for everyone but as locals, we can assure you it’s worth a try.

Come to the right side of Warsaw with us!

Currently this tour is available only as a private paid tour costing from 20 EUR per person

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Choose a tour --- OLD TOWN BEST OF WARSAW JEWISH WARSAW WW2 IN WARSAW PRAGA BY LOCALS

On this tour, we will introduce you to Warsaw. Through the most important sights within the borders of the Unesco World Heritage area like the Royal Castle, Saint John’s Cathedral, the Old Town Market, mediaeval city walls and the New Town you will receive an overview of the city: past and present. PLACES: Royal Castle, Sigismund's Column, St. John's Cathedral, magic bell, Market Square, Barbican, medieval city walls, Marie Curie's birthplace, Warsaw Uprising Monument ---

Meet the Phoenix city. Warsaw was among the cities which suffered most during World War II. The city and its inhabitants experienced the horror of bombings, the terror of everyday life under the eye of SS but also courageously fought in two uprisings: the 1943 Jewish Ghetto Uprising and the 1944 Warsaw Uprising. PLACES: Castle Square, former Nazi German District, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, remains of Polish Bank, Ghetto Wall monument, remains of Nalewki street, Warsaw Uprising Monument ---

Some say that Praga is a city within a city with a real spirit of the past, spared from the destruction during WW2. Few years ago it became a hip place to be, filled with trendy cafes, bars and shops. At the same time, it’s authentic, old and rundown in many areas. For this reason, street artists love it. Praga is not an obvious choice for everyone but as locals, we can assure you it’s worth a try. PLACES: St. Florian's Catholic Cathedral, Eastern Orthodox Cathedral, Murals of Praga, Koneser Vodka Factory, Różycki Bazaar, backyards of Praga ---

Did you know that Jews in pre-war Warsaw accounted for over 30% of the city population? Did you know that the inventor of Esperanto lived here? Do you know where the Warsaw Ghetto was? If you’d like to find out, choose the Jewish Warsaw tour! We’ll show you the fascinating yet dramatic story of the Jews in Warsaw and tell you how the present Jewish community is making its way back to Warsaw after all the turbulent times. (And if you knew the answer to all the questions, we guarantee our guides will tell you much more!). PLACES: site of the medieval Jewish Quarter, Krasinski Park, remains of Nalewki street, Ghetto Wall monument, Ghetto Uprising Monument, Miła 18th Bunker, Umschlagplatz memorial ---

All in one tour. The first half of the tour covers the Royal Route, which is the most elegant Warsaw street. Here in the 17th and 18th century wealthy noblemen were building their luxurious residences, powerful religious orders were erecting their baroque churches, here in the 19th century Chopin lived and Marie Curie was studying, here the most important events in Polish post-war history were taking place. In the second half of the tour you will explore the 20th-century city centre with the most iconic Warsaw building: the Palace of Culture, the famous gift from Stalin to the People's Republic of Poland, aimed to reshape Warsaw's historical city centre and give Warsaw a new communist identity. PLACES: Castle Square, Sigismund's Column, St. Anne's Church, Adam Mickiewicz Monument, Presidential Palace, St. Joseph's Church, Campus of the Warsaw University, Church of the Holy Cross, Nicolaus Copernicus Monument, Prudential Tower, Palace of Culture and Science ---

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Cost: 80 EUR (or 360 PLN)

Cost: 80 EUR (or 360 PLN) for 4 people

Cost: 100 EUR (or 450 PLN) for 5 people

Cost: 120 EUR (or 540 PLN) for 6 people

Cost: 140 EUR (or 630 PLN) for 7 people

If your group is bigger than 7, you qualify for our special group fare: 155 EUR (or 700 PLN) per group between 8 and 29 people

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Tour Highlights

Went to three tours with Orange Umbrella guys: Old Warsaw, WW2 and Alternative Praga. Beata was our guide in old town and WW2 and she had lots and lots of stories to tell about the city and its history. Peter guided our 2 h trip to Praga district. His english was really good and easy to understand. All in all the tour was nice, but I was hoping to hear more stories from alternative point of view. I felt that this tour did not match so well with description.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join one of the Walking Tours – They’re great. So informative and so enlightening. We would never miss an opportunity to have a walkabout with them. They really add to the enjoyment of your holiday.

It was a bit rainy at the day when I took this tour so only 6 people came, but that made tour very engaging. Begining was a bit boring, but don’t judge book from its cover. Later tour became more and more interesting. Anna did very good job and told many interesting and unexpected facts. She also answered many questions from the group. After this tour I went to Copernicus Science Centre which is very interesting place. But when I was there I felt that tour was so good and I would better go on one more tour than this centre. Big thanks to Anna. Dziękuję bardzo 🙂

Edgaras P, Lithuania

I loved my experience in Warsaw, specially the tours from Orange Umbrella! Beata is an amazing guide, intelligent, funny, and why not say it: beautiful! i would totally recommend it to my friends and if i ever come back to Warsaw, would definatelly attend the others tours! Keep the amazing job!

Of course it’s not free but you pay how much you think. I was impressed by the nice student guide. He was excited about what he share with us. He was excellent and all of them are. They do an important job.

evagold g, Israel

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Currently there are not enough foreign tourists coming to Warsaw to maintain the offer of regular free walking tour of the Praga District 🙁

The tour of Praga lasts for 2 hours.

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Jewish Warsaw Free Walking Tour

Jewish Warsaw Free Walking Tour Poland — #1

Overview of the tour in Warsaw

Before the horrors that followed the Second World War, Warsaw used to have the biggest Jewish community in Europe, and the only city that came close to it was New York. It’s a story of stubbornness, as for many centuries the Jews were not allowed in the city. However, that did not stop them from participating in city life – during good times and bad. The Jews played an important part in the fight against occupying powers, helping the citizens with their struggles. In the 19th and the early 20th century the city experienced a great influx and during the Interwar Period, the city flourished where hundreds of artists, actors, writers, and journalists built up a cultural life that can hardly be matched again and will forever be cherished. The Second World War and the following Holocaust changed Warsaw forever and left a deep, permanent scar on the city, its culture, and history. But there is more to Jewish Warsaw than the past. There is also the here and now – the living Jewish community with a synagogue, kindergarten, school, and the only regularly functioning Yiddish theatre in the world: the Ester Rachela Kamińska Jewish Theatre.

This activity includes:

  • Muzeum więzienia Pawiak
  • POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
  • Monument to the Ghetto Heroes
  • Jewish Theatre
  • Umschlagplatz Monument
  • English speaking local guide
  • Former area of Warsaw Ghetto

Meeting point

All Saints Church

All Saint's Church, address: Plac Grzybowski 3/5. Look for the guide with yellow umbrella.

Things to note

Please arrive at the meeting point on time. ATTENTION - booking rules Please note that our free tours are designed for individual travellers and small private groups only. Hence, we do not accept parties of 8 or more people on regular free tours and guides have the right to deny participation to such groups. If you travel to a party of 8 or more please book a private tour in advance. If you show up at the meeting point with the bigger group, our guide will ask you for the payment (10 euro/person) before the tour or cancel your reservation on the spot. To confirm your reservation, please arrive 10 minutes before starting. We can not guarantee participation when you will be late. Please note that multiply bookings (under different names) for 7 people who belong to one group will still be treated as one organized group and the guide has the right to deny participation to such parties. This policy is implied in the best interest of our individual visitors. Please respect our rules.

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