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Warsaw Layover Tour: Explore Polish History and Cuisine during Transit

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8 Ratings

Warszawa

Make the most of your layover in Warsaw by exploring Polish history and cuisine with our tailored layover tour. Discover the Old Town, communist city, street art, Jewish quarters, and more in our extraordinary van from the communist era.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Warsaw Old Town - One of the options to do.
Royal Route - One of the options to do.
Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie - One of the options to do.
Warsaw Ghetto - One of the options to do.
Praga Polnoc - One of the options to do.
Palace of Culture and Science - One of the options to do.

What's Included

Professional English-speaking guide
Transport in a retro minibus
Airport pick up and drop off (Okęcie)

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Additional Information

Have a layover in Warsaw? Rather than spending it idly at the airport, why not explore the vibrant heart of Poland with our professional tour guide in a unique communist-era van. This is a customisable tour that you can pre-plan with our team’s help (which is advised), or you can decide on the day’s itinerary with your guide. Discover the historical Old Town, experience communist architecture, marvel at local street art, hear tales from World War II, explore the former Jewish quarters, and step into the Praga district – the options are numerous because this tour is designed for adaptability, enjoyment and movement. You’re in control. Be mindful that due to time constraints and Warsaw’s size, not everything can fit into the tour. You will be picked up and dropped off at Warsaw Chopin Airport in a stylish retro minibus.

Car is used mainly for transfers between locations where guests walk with their guide.
Tours with retro minibuses are available only for persons taller than 150 cm (4,9 ft).
Retro minibuses are not equipped with air conditioning; they have an efficient heating system for wintertime.
Some of the retro minibuses are not equipped with seat belts (legal with classic vintage cars).
An adult must accompany youth under 18 years old.
Please contact us before booking the tour if you have any health issues or mobility limitations.

Location

Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel

Żwirki i Wigury

Hotel is located at the front of Terminal 2. Please wait at the front door of the hotel at the appointed time.

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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Lori_w

Feb 26, 2024

A Warsaw sights tour well worth taking! - My guide had an abundance of historical information and knowledge, which was a bonus to an already exciting tour of Warsaw's Old Town, WW2 and communist historical sights. The retro vehicle was unique and added fun to the day!

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Josephine_l

Oct 1, 2023

Wonderful way to pass a layover - Lukas was a considerate and knowledgeable tour guide. He has a real gift for bringing the history of Warsaw to life. As we rode around in the bus, many people stopped to wave at us and it made for a friendly tour.

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Srbuhit2023

Jun 13, 2023

Great tour with great conversations. - Excellent tour with great history of country and culture. Catered to our needs. Tour guide, Martin, was a delight and we shared great conversations and remembrances of communist history.

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Iluvshoes101

Oct 25, 2022

Best way to spend a layover - Mario was super knowledgeable about Warsaw and we had a very lovely time exploring the town on our layover. He’s easy to talk to, and very accommodating. He helped us find a delicious authentic and affordable Polish restaurant to snack at as well! He is humble and smart, definitely book with Mario!

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Climber04610842796

Jun 3, 2019

Layover Warsow Tour - Lucas was an excellent and knowledgeable tour guide. Not only was he able to fit into our short schedule but also he was able to show us very interesting places with a great amount of information. Very caring, respectful and professional tour guide. Job well done!!!!!

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Malgorzata

May 2, 2018

Memorable experience - It was the third time we chose Warsaw Behind the Scenes to guide our large group of young students from Portugal through the city (50 person this year!). Every year it is a wonderful experience! Students are having lot of fun in the classic van “cucumber” while sightseeing, learning about communist regime and eating traditional doughnuts. The organisation is very professional, our tour is tailored exactly to our needs and the guide is outstanding. We appreciate punctuality, smooth organisation and nice people we are working with. We recommend Warsaw Behind Scenes for the exceptional ideas of Warsaw visits which are so different from traditional tourist’s tours.

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Teopantuflo

Mar 27, 2018

A must in Warsawa - It was a really unique and nice experience. We arrived in a cloudy and cold day and couldn't have enjoyed our first day if it wasn't for the activity and the great histories Mark explains. You get perfectly Warsaw’s history and development over the years. Totally worth it!! Thank’s Mark!! Marisa

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