Warsaw Uprising

There was a time when one third of Warsaw's inhabitants considered themselves Jewish. A time when Warsaw was home to the biggest Jewish population in Europe. World War II brought all of that to a devastating end. Take a journey down the almost 1000-year-old Jewish history of Poland and Warsaw, from their arrival, their expansion, their tragic and heroic struggle, and their remerging, quiet renaissance. Sign up for this walking tour if you would like to find out how and why the Jews settled in Poland, discover the few remaining sites that still remind us about the once thriving Jewish presence in the city, hear the heart-breaking, first-hand accounts of Jews who survived life in the ghetto, understand why Jews incited the Jewish Uprising in 1943 even though they knew they would fail, learn about the current situation of the Jewish community in Warsaw. Don't just visit Warsaw, discover it! Tour duration: approx. 3h Distance: approx. 4,5-5 km

See Warsaw’s top sights and more on this informative 4-hour private tour by retro Fiat 125p. Chauffeured by a private driver-guide, board an über-hip, communist-era Fiat and explore the city’s must-sees, including the Old Town, Castle Square and Soviet-period architecture. Choose to add a museum visit and to explore districts of particular interest to you, such as bohemian Praga and the former Jewish Ghetto, as your guide regales you with quirky stories and insights into Polish life and culture today. Finish with a snack or meal (own expense) at a milk bar, one of the government-subsidized cafes that thrived in communist time. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this private tour. The route might be changed a bit accordingly to current traffic situation. Please note that groups over 4 people will be driven around in blue vintage minivan – check it out in our photos.

Warsaw, an unconquered city, in the past the premises of dukes and kings, today the capital of Poland. The city, which was taken from the face of the earth during World War II and was reborn from the ruins like a phoenix from the ashes. A city full of contrasts, vibrant, international, open and friendly – a place that surprises with diversity at every turn. The route might be changed a bit accordingly to current traffic situation. Get to know it from the seat of the historic Fiat 125p – legend of Polish motorization. Please note that groups over 4 people will be driven around in blue vintage minivan – check it out in our photos.

Hop aboard your own personal Segway for a 3-hour small-group romp through Warsaw's historic highlights, led by a certified local tour guide. You'll see the Presidential Palace, Royal Castle, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Multimedia Fountain Park, Saxon Garden, St. John's Cathedral, the site of the Nazi-era Jewish Ghetto, and more.

Discover the traces of WWII in Warsaw on this 3 hours private tour. Ride the retro minibus and find out more about the international situation on the eve of war, the invasion of Poland, the birth of local resistance, the 1943 Ghetto Uprising, the 1944 Warsaw Uprising and the arrival of the Soviet army. This tour is a choice for those primarily interested in the history of World War II. You'll learn about the battles, heroes and everyday life in Warsaw during the Nazi occupation, the political situation in the region that has changed diametrically throughout coupe years of WWII and the consequences that war has brought to Poland and Europe. Find buildings that may be considered war memorials due to the bullet holes and ricochets, pieces of the Jewish Ghetto wall and hidden hills of rubble. Travel through time thanks to stories you'll hear, combined with archival photographs and our Zuk retro vintage minibus.

Trace the story of Warsaw’s Jewish community on this 4-hour private tour, by chauffeured vintage Fiat 125p. With insightful running commentary from your driver-guide, board your car and explore the World War II Jewish Ghetto district to visit the Ghetto Wall, Nożyk Synagogue, Jewish Cemetery and, if you wish, the Museum of the History of Polish Jews. Ask to see any places of particular interest. This private tour ensures the full attention of your guide. Please, be aware that the Synagogue and Cementary are closed from Friday evening thorough the whole Saturday due to Sabbath. Therefore the guide might propose you some other historical places instead. Please note that groups over 4 people will be driven around in blue vintage minivan – check it out in our photos.

The tourist gets a general overview of the old and historical Warsaw. This includes the Royal Road, the Old Town, Jewish Warsaw and the Warsaw Uprising of 1944. Only then can one truly understand Warsaw.

YOUR GROUP ONLY TOUR is dedicated to clients who want individual care during the trip. You do not share the vehicle with other customers, and your personal driver / coordinator will take care of your comfort and are at your disposal. Tour Package includes visiting two locations: The Warsaw Uprising Museum and The POLIN Museum The Warsaw Uprising Museum is not a typical museum. It is more of a time machine that takes its visitors back to 1944. The multimedia exhibition shows the fight and daily lives of the uprising participants juxtaposed with the horrors of the occupation, the complicated international situation, the communist terror after the war and the fate of the participants in that new situation. POLIN Museum of the History of Jews is documenting the centuries-old history of Jews in Poland. Multimedia exhibitions showing how Poles and Jews lived together for many hundreds of years.

Get to know the capital and largest city of Poland as a knowledgeable guide takes you on a walk through the heart of Warsaw. Full of contrasts and memories, the charming Old Town and dynamic New Town offer a look at the city's long and storied past throughout this private tour. Meet your guide by the Sigismund's Column, a monument to the Polish king who made Warsaw the nation's capital, and learn about the devastation of the city during World War II and its reconstruction once the war was over. Your walk takes you to sights of the Old Town like the historic Royal Castle, where you get a look at the life of kings and of the inhabitants of Warsaw in past centuries. Next, continue to the Krasinski Palace, the Supreme Court building, and the monument to the Warsaw Uprising. The tour shows you also the Grand Theatre, the National Opera, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, finishing with a short walk through the Royal Route before you part ways with your guide to see the city on your own.

YOUR GROUP ONLY TOUR is dedicated to clients who want individual care during the trip. You do not share the vehicle with other customers, and your personal driver / coordinator will take care of your comfort and are at your disposal. The Warsaw Uprising Museum is not a typical museum. It is more of a time machine that takes its visitors back to 1944. The multimedia exhibition shows the fight and daily lives of the uprising participants juxtaposed with the horrors of the occupation, the complicated international situation, the communist terror after the war and the fate of the participants in that new situation.  The visitors can see over 1000 authentic exhibits and 1500 photographs and movies. Additionally, the guests can watch a 6 minutes long 3D simulation of a flight over demolished and desolate Warsaw. A must-see for everyone on a trip to Warsaw who really wants to get to know this city at least a bit.

SMALL GROUP TOUR is dedicated to customers who want to discover Warsaw in small groups. It means that you can share transport / and attractions while touring with others, but during transport we use vehicles with a maximum of 8 passengers. Tour Package includes visiting two locations: Palace of Culture and Science and Warsaw Uprising Museum. The Palace of Culture and Science is a controversial building for many Varsovians. Palac is a flagship example of communist, monumental architektur from the 1950s. The tremendous structure houses restaurants, a university, theatres, cinemas, offices, conference and concert halls, and even a swimming pool – that is over 3000 different rooms. Warsaw Uprising Museum takes its visitors back to 1944. The multimedia exhibition shows the fight and daily lives of the uprising participants juxtaposed with the horrors of the occupation.

SMALL GROUP TOUR is dedicated to customers who want to discover Warsaw in small groups. It means that you can share transport / and attractions while touring with others, but during transport we use vehicles with a maximum of 8 passengers. The Warsaw Uprising Museum is not a typical museum. It is more of a time machine that takes its visitors back to 1944. The multimedia exhibition shows the fight and daily lives of the uprising participants juxtaposed with the horrors of the occupation, the complicated international situation, the communist terror after the war and the fate of the participants in that new situation.  The visitors can see over 1000 authentic exhibits and 1500 photographs and movies. Additionally, the guests can watch a 6 minutes long 3D simulation of a flight over demolished and desolate Warsaw. A must-see for everyone on a trip to Warsaw who really wants to get to know this city at least a bit.

Discover a city that rose from its ashes on a World War II tour of Warsaw. Learn the story behind the many war and ghetto monuments in the historic Old Town and learn about the German occupation of Poland. Optional: visit the Powązki Military Cemetery. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description of the options carefully as each option includes a different program. 2-hour: WWII Tour in Warsaw Old Town Follow the events of World War II in Warsaw, see the destroyed Old Town, war memorials and monuments to Warsaw Ghetto and the Uprising of August 1944. 4-hour: WWII Tour in Warsaw Old Town & Military Cemetery Book this extended tour to learn about World War II in Warsaw, see the Old Town and war memorials, and visit the Military Cemetery in Podiazki. Public transport tickets are included.

SMALL GROUP TOUR is dedicated to customers who want to discover Warsaw in small groups. It means that you can share transport / and attractions while touring with others, but during transport we use vehicles with a maximum of 8 passengers in one car. Tour Package includes visiting two locations: The Warsaw Uprising Museum and The POLIN Museum. The Warsaw Uprising Museum is not a typical museum. It is more of a time machine that takes its visitors back to 1944. The multimedia exhibition shows the fight and daily lives of the uprising participants juxtaposed with the horrors of the occupation, the complicated international situation, the communist terror after the war and the fate of the participants in that new situation. POLIN Museum of the History of Jews is documenting the centuries-old history of Jews in Poland. Multimedia exhibitions showing how Poles and Jews lived together for many hundreds of years.

You’ve already visited the top tourist attractions in Warsaw? Tired of traditional form of touring? Hop on board the well-known Fiat 126p a.k.a Toddler and take a self-drive tour to not-so-well-known spots of Warsaw! Guides will show you some of most interesting attractions which are not present in a typical Warsaw tour.

Each tour is unique because You are unique! We will take You for Guided Walk around the most important sites of Warsaw and its major tourist attractions. Its historical Old Town was inscribed on the first UNESCO Heritage List. It was among the cities that suffered most during World War II and is an extraordinary example of a reconstruction of the history. During this experience You will feel the spirit of this amazing city, it will inspire and surprise You by its contrasts and atmosphere. We will show You the most significant objects and places as well as some hidden treasures. We pride ourselves in arranging outstanding Tailor-made Tours to even most remote spots of our beautiful region according to our Clients Wishes. We are not just a tour, we are real experience designed especially for our unique Guests! And wherever You wish to travel, we will take You there with great care and will make Your experience unforgettable.

Receive a warm welcome to Warsaw on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Warsaw to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find The Royal Castle and Old Town market square, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Warsaw is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes

Visit a world-class WWII history museum: the Warsaw Rising Museum. Enjoy skip-the-line admission and a private tour of the interactive exhibitions. Optional: Old Town walking tour with real places and monuments of the 1944 Warsaw Uprising. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description of the options carefully as each option includes a different program. 2-hour: Warsaw Uprising Museum Tour Book a 2-hour private tour of the Warsaw Uprising Museum and learn about Warsaw insurgents and WWII. The tour conducted in the language selected when booking. 5-hour: Warsaw Uprising Museum & Old Town Tour Book a combined 3-hour Old Town walking tour of war monuments and a 2-hour private tour of the Warsaw Uprising Museum, with skip-the-line museum tickets and public transport tickets. The tour conducted in the language selected when booking. The Warsaw Rising Museums tells the story of one of the most important events of World War II.

Begin by immersing yourself in the solemnity of the Jewish Ghetto area, paying homage to the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes and reflecting on the bravery of those who resisted the Nazi oppression during the Ghetto Uprising. Traverse the Umschlagplatz monument, a solemn reminder of the countless lives lost to the horrors of extermination camps. Follow the Memorial Route of the Martyrdom and Struggle of Jews, pausing at the Ghetto Heroes Monument to honor the memory of Holocaust victims. Journey to Okopowa Street to visit the Jewish Cemetery, a repository of illustrious figures' legacies, including Ludwik Zamenhof and Ischok Leib Perec, and pay tribute to Janusz Korczak at his symbolic grave. Marvel at the Footbridge of Remembrance, a poignant symbol of the ghetto's division, now adorned with a multimedia installation commemorating its tragic past.

Discover the living memory of Warsaw insurgents fighting to liberate a city occupied by Nazi soldiers. Explore Warsaw Old Town, following the path of the Polish underground resistance movement. Optional: Warsaw Uprising Museum tickets and audio guide. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Warsaw Uprising Old Town Tour Book a 2-hour private walking tour of Warsaw Old Town and see war memorials such as the Warsaw Uprising Monument and the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes. 3-hour: Warsaw Uprising Museum Tickets & Old Town Tour Book a 3-hour private walking tour of Warsaw Old Town and skip-the-line tickets and audio guide to the Warsaw Uprising Museum (via public transport, tickets included). The Old Town tour is conducted in your chosen language by a Local History Expert.