This private tour is a choice for those who want to start their visit to Warsaw properly but expect something more than a typical walking tour provides. The guide will meet you at your hotel or apartment and invite you to our classic vintage minibus Żuk - this unique car gives one a spark of excitement, flexibility and the possibility to modify the schedule if needed. The transfer to the Old Town is a chance to get a first overview of Warsaw and a pleasant introduction chat with the guide. Castle Square is where your walk starts - cars are not allowed to enter the Old Town. From the middle ages to the present - discover Castle and Market Squares, cathedral, barbican and many more minor but still essential places and details. Hear the stories about an excellent reconstruction of Warsaw Old Town after the WWII apocalypse, exceptional architects and harsh times of communism. You can modify your tour plan within the time limits. With the car, your guide is ready to fulfil your tour with the content right to the top!
Private Retro Minibus Tour of Warsaw's Old Town with Hotel Pickup
About This Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel/apartment Pickup and drop-off within a 3 km radius of the city center
- English speaking guide
- Transport by retro communist minibus
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Tip or gratuity
Tour Plan
Hotel pickup
Guide picks you up from the hotel with an extraordinary vehicle - the Żuk. Once popular on Polish streets, it has become a rarity and collector's object of desire.
Old Town - Castle Square
After the transfer, you start to explore the Warsaw Old Town on foot (cars are not allowed to go there). The first part is Castle Square, where the guide introduces you to Poland and Warsaw; it’s actually the exact spot where the first settlement was built around 700 years ago.
Świętojańska street and St John’s Cathedral
After admiring the Royal Castle and Swedish king standing on top of a column, you move deeper into the Old Town. Try to focus on the details - Warsaw Old Town got destroyed in 1944, but some original elements were found in the rubble and placed back at their original locations. On Świętojańska street, you find St John’s Cathedral - it’s the first church in Warsaw and where the remains of the last king of Poland are buried. It’s an excellent place to tell one history of the first republic in Europe.
Kanonia and Gnojna Górka
Kanonia street, Gnojna Górka - these are just some of the many places you will visit on this tour.
Market Square
The most representative part of the Old Town is Market Square. Surrounded by colourful and prestigious tenement houses filled with restaurants: it’s an excellent place to slow down, take a breath and investigate the story of the Warsaw mermaid. If you’re lucky enough, you will meet a Warsaw barrel organ player and listen to (very) old top hits.
City Walls
Defence walls ring the Old Town, and the remaining gate is called Barbakan; this is the next part of this tour. On the way back to Żuk minibus guide shows you the remaining parts of the original city walls and tells you the story of the post-WWII reconstruction of Warsaw Old Town.
Piłsudskiego Square (pass by)
Back in the car, you see more of Classic Warsaw: a couple of monuments dedicated to the Warsaw Uprising; significant structures like the Garrison of Warsaw, National Opera House, and Piłsudski Square with prestigious hotels and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Your guide can arrange more stops and short walks if time is left.
Drop off
Guide drops you off at the place chosen by you, within the limits of the central city.
Meeting / Pickup
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
What to Bring
- Clothes suitable for actual weather
Please Note
- This tour can be booked instantly online for adults and children over 150 centimetres (4,9 ft). However, if you want to book a tour for a shorter child, please contact the tour operator to check the availability of seat boosters, which are obligatory in Poland.
- The capacity of one minibus is 8 passengers. 5 minibuses are available.
- Cars are used mainly for transfers between locations where guests walk with their guide - please wear proper clothing.
- Classic vintage minibuses are not equipped with air conditioning, and some are not equipped with seat belts (which is legal with classic vintage cars). However, they have a heating system for the winter.
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
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3 Comments
4.2
Exploring Warsaw’s Old Town in a private retro minibus was a delightful way to immerse ourselves in the city’s rich history, especially while admiring the stunning architecture. We particularly loved the guided walk at the Market Square, although an extra stop to grab local snacks would have made it even better.
4.4
Our family had a fantastic time exploring the charming streets in a retro minibus, making the experience feel cozy and unique. The hotel pickup was seamless, though we wished for a little more time at certain spots to soak in the atmosphere.
4.8
Being picked up from my hotel in a charming retro minibus set the tone for a delightful exploration of the old town. The private tour allowed me to soak in the rich history and stunning architecture without feeling rushed, making it easy to connect with the stories behind the vibrant streets. I particularly appreciated the guide’s insights while I strolled through the cobblestones, as they brought the past to life with engaging anecdotes. One suggestion would be to include a short stop for a local treat; I found myself wishing for a taste of the traditional pastries I had heard so much about. Overall, it was a fantastic way to immerse myself in the culture and beauty of the area without the crowds.