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Tour

City Sightseeing on a Retro Bus

Set off on a singular sightseeing tour of Warsaw on a vintage Jelcz 043 bus and discover the most emblematic sightsin the Polish capital.

  • 3 hours
  • 5Acceptable | 4 reviews
  • Open on Sat

Set off on a singular sightseeing tour of Warsaw on a vintage Jelcz 043 bus and discover the most emblematic districts and monuments of the Polish capital.

Itinerary

Begin your tour from the Palace of Culture and Science, the highest building in Poland, and climb on board a retro Jelcz 043 bus, one of the most popular communist vehicles made in Poland, also popularly called a “Cucumber”.

During the 2.5-hour tour, enjoy live commentary by an expert English-speaking guide, and find out about the various landmarks and history of Warsaw. Admire the capital in a unique way!

Options

Choose one of the following options:

Dark side of Warsaw

Embark on a panoramic sightseeing tour of Warsaw on an iconic communist bus and discover the most recent history of Poland. As your guide reveals the tragic consequences of World War II, you’ll head to Praga district, a hipster quarter on the right bank of the Vistula River.

Upon arrival in the neighborhood, you’ll be driven to Ró?ycki's Bazaar, the oldest market in Warsaw. Ró?ycki was the center of black market trade during the Nazi and communist regimes. From the retro bus, you’ll also recognize parts of Praga where The Pianist was filmed. You’ll also admire brightly painted murals, which are a constant reminder of the communist oppression. Lastly, you’ll visit an area nicknamed “The Bermuda Triangle”. Find out why!

Classic city sightseeing tour

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Warsaw’s essential sights on board a Jelcz 043. Contemplate the city’s most impressive buildings like the Palace of Science and Culture, the pretty Castle Square and St. John’s Archcathedral.

Drive through the Old Town of Warsaw and stop along the way to take breathtaking photographs of the city’s striking monuments. Lastly, cross ?azienki Park and your guide will reveal which buildings were burned down by the German army before surrendering.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

This sightseeing tour begins from the Palace of Culture and Science, where you'll board a vintage Jelcz 043 bus, which will give you a nostalgic experience of traveling through Warsaw's rich history. The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours and includes commentary from an English-speaking guide to enhance your understanding of the landmarks you will visit.

Included
Round trip in a vintage Jelcz 043 bus.Expert English-speaking guide.Live commentary during the tour.

Not Included
Food and drinks.Personal expenses.Tips for the guide.

Meeting Point

The meeting point is located at the foot of the Palace of Culture and Science. Detailed instructions will be provided upon booking to ensure a smooth start to your tour.

Included

  • City sightseeing tour on a retro bus.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Mug of hot chocolate.

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Activity location

Warszawska Informacja Turystyczna, plac Defilad, 00-118 Warsaw, Poland

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