Historical Tour

Discover the Magic of
Warsaw Old Town

Explore the historic heart of Warsaw Old Town with a professional local guide. Walk through centuries of history, hidden stories, and iconic landmarks in one unforgettable experience.

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Old Town Tour

Warsaw Old Town Walking Tour

Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town, Royal Castle, and learn the incredible story of Warsaw’s post-war reconstruction.

Pay What You Wish

Free Booking

No fixed price — you decide the value of your experience. At the tour’s end, tip your guide based on your satisfaction. Most guests contribute $12–$20 per person.

Meeting Point

Sigismund's Column

plac Zamkowy, 00-001 Warszawa • Look for the orange umbrella!

Additional Information

The tour takes place regardless of the weather (in case of rain, bring an umbrella)
Most travelers can participate
In case of a mass event such as parade/protest/concert happening at our usual meeting point (Sigismund's Column), the tour will be starting from beneath the red-brick medieval defensive wall situated 100 meters north of the Column.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Our guides acecept payments in cash in EUR/USD/PLN and also by card
The Old Town tour ends near the Marie Curie’s Museum.

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Our Story

Why Choose Our Tours?

We’re not just tour guides — we’re storytellers passionate about sharing Warsaw’s incredible history

On this tour, we will introduce you to Warsaw. Through the most important sights within the borders of the UNESCO World Heritage area, you will receive an overview of the city: past and present.

Our Old Town tour is a journey in time spanning from the Middle Ages to the post-war reconstruction. It’s a two-hour tale about the resilience of its residents and the mastery of its architects. Sprinkled with legends and fun facts, this tour will make you marvel and laugh, but will also leave you with a solid understanding of the twisted Polish identity. Don’t rush, have fun, and don’t forget to say hello to our mermaid along the way!

Tour Highlights

Explore Tour Locations

1. Sigismund's Column (start)

Start at Sigismund’s Column – the oldest, tallest and most famous Warsaw monument: a 20 meter high and 400 year old granit column which commemorates one of the most powerful Polish Kings – Sigismund Vasa

2. Royal Castle (from outside)

Stop: 15 minutes

The residence of Polish Kings in the 17th and in the 18th century seen from outside. The main landmark in the Warsaw Old Town.

3. Beer Street

Walk : 15 minutes

The longest and most picturesque street of Warsaw Old Town, featuring the famous pigeon sculpture

4. Cathedral of Saint John

Stop: 15 minutes

The oldest Warsaw church, existing in this place since the foundation of the city in the early 14th century. Free entrance if there is no service.

5. Magic Bell

Stop: 15 minutes

Pictoresque back street of the Old Town with the famous magic bell and the narrowest house in Poland.

6. Market Square

Stop: 15 minutes

Main square of the Warsaw Old Town, the most important place in medieval Warsaw, today featuring the famous Mermaid Statue in the middle of the square.

7. Barbican & City Walls

Stop: 15 minutes

Fortified outpost of medieval city walls. One of two such constractions in the world.

8. Marie Curie's House (the end)

Stop: 15 minutes

19th century building in Warsaw New Town where Maria Skłodowska-Curie was born and where she spent her childhood. Today her museum.

Tour Route Map

Find us at Castle Square

Meeting point: Castle Square, by Sigismund’s Column — Look for the orange umbrella!

Why pre-book?

It's free of charge

No payment required upfront

Guaranteed spot

Your reservation secures your place

High-quality experience

Tours guided by passionate locals

Safe group sizes

Up to 25 people for quality

What Our Guests Say

5.0

based on 1,000+ Google reviews

Oskar

16:41 07 Mar 26

Albert's tour of Warsaw's Jewish history was excellent. He tells the story in a clear and engaging way. I learned a lot! 👍🏼

ishita agarwal

14:59 05 Mar 26

This is really a nice tour by our tour guide Mandy

Justin Trieu

20:56 01 Mar 26

Goska was an incredible guide. She was extremely knowledgeable about the area and answered all of our questions with enthusiasm and great detail. I would highly recommend booking with Orange Umbrella if you’re looking for a free waking tour in Warsaw! - the Californian… oops I mean Canadian 🫢

ami

11:13 01 Mar 26

Hi everyone! I had the pleasure to have been at the Jewish Warsaw and stare miasto tour with Gośka ! The atmosphere was amazing and she was an amazing tour guide. I highly recommend going to either tours 💗💗

Patrik Serikov

15:12 10 Jan 26

Thanks to Gawel for his tour of Old Town! We had a 2-hour tour from 10-12pm where he shows us interesting important and niche monuments in Old Town, and explained the history of Warsaw from its foundation to WWII.

Harry Zisakis

16:19 15 Dec 25

I did the ww2 tour on a cold Day of December.
Mgda was my guide. The tour was well designed. She was full of knowledge and had answers to our questions. I really loved since i have now a complete idea about the ww2 things that took place in Warsaw. Highly reccomend in case you need knowledge.

RAQUEL DE MANUEL

15:19 13 Dec 25

Albert, our guide today was amazing! He explains super well all the history and provide lot of information in terms of history. He enjoys explaining facts and I really enjoyed listening to him.
This has been one of the most interesting tours I’ve ever made!!!

Jenn S

11:31 09 Oct 25

Gewal was a knowledgeable and engaging tour guide. We joined the Jewish tour and learned the tragic and devastating history of Poland’s once vibrant and robust Jewish community. Highly recommend!!! Don’t forget to tip. These are professionally trained and highly educated guides.

Maroun Aouad

13:27 15 Aug 25

Our tour of the Old Town Warsaw with Peter was absolutely fantastic! His depth of knowledge about the city's history, especially its incredible resilience and rebuilding after the war, was truly impressive. He brought every story to life with an amazing sense of humor and made the whole experience both educational and incredibly entertaining. Peter's recommendations were also spot-on, and his passion for Warsaw is infectious. I highly recommend taking a tour with him!

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Discover the Magic of
Warsaw Old Town

Warsaw Old Town Walking Tour

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