Private Tour

Warsaw Old Town & Royal Way: History & Hidden Gems with a Local

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience the beauty of the Old Town and Royal Route. Learn about the history of the sites, about Warsaw`s turbulent past and one of the most outstanding reconstruction projects in the world history.

Walk along cobbled narrow streets of the Old Town, and learn which parts of buildings are original, and which are reconstructed. Learn about the most important moments in Polish history. Then walk down the famous Royal Route, the most representative artery of the city. Here you will find many important buildings from historical standpoint and outstanding examples of Warsaw architecture. Discover the most breathtaking highlights as well as little-known hidden gems.

After this tour you'll understand why it was decided to reconstruct this area after WWII, how difficult it was in the post-war reality, and why UNESCO made such an exception to award the area that was almost entirely rebuilt.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

King Sigismund's Column (Kolumna Zygmunta)

Place of our meeting, the oldest monument in Warsaw located on Castle Square. Here we will also see the Royal Castle and city walls

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Archikatedra Sw. Jana Chrzciciela

The most important church in Warsaw

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

English speaking guide

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Options

Warsaw Old Town & Royal Way: History & Hidden Gems with a Local

Reviews

5.00

35 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun, personable and knowledgeable
northsea303,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an outstanding experience touring Warsaw Old Town and the surrounding area with Lukasz. The tour was fun and informative. Lukasz has deep knowledge of history and customs. He understands the nuances of historical events and explains them well. He was very personable, easy to connect with, and it was enjoyable to spend time with him. His English is flawless. We originally planned to sign up for one of his group tours, but we ended up scheduling a private tour. Lukasz was very flexible when we needed to adjust our schedule. He is truly an awesome guide.
Amazing tour, great guide.
Julie J,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very informative tour. Very delightful. Highly recommend taking this tour. Lukas was a great guide. Take this tour.
6 ladies, one guid and the BEST Tour Ever!
Nekalik,Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I recently brought a group of friends from London to visit my homeland, and we were looking for a tour of Warsaw’s Old Town that was both fun and insightful. Lukasz exceeded all our expectations! He didn’t just show us the famous landmarks—he took us off the beaten path to explore the hidden gems that truly bring the city’s history and charm to life. His warmth, humor, and deep knowledge made the entire experience unforgettable. Despite our lively group of six ladies (and some rain), Lukasz kept us fully engaged for the entire three-hour tour—no easy feat! We were all impressed by his energy, storytelling, and the personal touch he brought to the day. I’ve already recommended him to friends and will absolutely do so again. This was hands down one of the best experiences we’ve had—thank you so much, Lukasz!
Simply the best!
C4733ATbrianm,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Simply the best tour guide we could hope for! Lukasz is knowledgeable, engaging, flexible, and relatable to all ages. We bring a small group of high school students from NYC to Poland each year. Can’t imagine doing the trip without his friendly, expert guidance.
Student Tour So Well Done
Voyage37710493504,Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An excellent commentary on history and contemporary Poland Excellent English Good pace Our guide took the time to answer clearly and extensively the questions asked by the students
Excellent Guide
L2938KEandrewg,Mar 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lukasz was an outstanding guide. We were a small school group of 18 including chaperones. He gave great insights into Polish history and connected well with our students.
A Tour to Remember
debwS1975YT,Dec 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was my first visit to Warsaw and the tour was wonderful full of history and castles! Lukas had so much knowledge about the area, I learned a lot about the history of Warsaw, WWII and about the resilience of the Polish people. He took us to a traditional Polish restaurant for a delicious lunch. Eat all you want because you will walk it all off! This tour is definitely worth seeing!
Tour at the right pace, a professional and friendly guide
nic0jam,Jun 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent experience with Lukasz, lover of Warsaw; A French tour of more than 3 hours very complete and lively, mixing the historical, architectural and political aspects of the city. Explanations needed to understand Warsaw’s complex history
Beautiful Old Town
Travel2dabble,Mar 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lukas was very knowledgeable and friendly. He was on time at our meeting point. He knows a lot about art as well as history. We enjoyed learning and seeing all the Warsaw Old Town had to offer.
Very Informative
CarlosIsaacR,Feb 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Łukasz was great! It was cold, and I was the only one that signed up for the tour that evening. I was afraid the tour was going to get cancelled because I was the only one, but it was not. He did not cancel on me, and I appreciated that. It ended up being a very informative private tour. Thank you Łukasz!