Historical Tour

WW2 in Warsaw
Walking Tour

Explore the dramatic story of Warsaw during World War II on a walking tour through places where history unfolded. Learn how the city endured Nazi occupation, witnessed acts of resistance, and ultimately rose again after near-total destruction.

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WW2 in Warsaw

Warsaw During World War II

On this tour, an experienced local guide passionate about World War II history will take you through locations connected with these events — from the former Nazi-German district to parts of the Jewish Ghetto.

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 WW2 Tour ends by the Memorial of the Warsaw Uprising situated on the border of the Old Town

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What is the diference between WW2 and Jewish Warsaw tour?

The WW2 Tour covers all major episodes of the second world war in Warsaw (siege, life under occupation, holocaust, resistance, destruction) while the Jewish Warsaw tour covers in details the life of Warsaw Jews before the War as well as in the Ghetto during the Nazi-German occupation. The areas covered are also different: on the Jewish Warsaw tour you will explore the Big Ghetto situated north-west of the Old Town, while on the WW2 Tour you will see the area situated south-west of the Old Town (Ghetto excluded).

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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

During World War II, Warsaw became a symbol of courage and resistance. The city experienced brutal occupation, destruction, and the tragedy of the Jewish Ghetto, yet its people continued to fight for freedom. Through powerful stories and historic locations, this tour reveals how Warsaw endured some of the darkest moments of the 20th century.

After the Warsaw Uprising of 1944, the city was almost completely destroyed. Despite this devastation, Warsaw was rebuilt and became a powerful symbol of resilience. Walking through its streets today, you can still see the traces of war and understand why Warsaw is often called the Phoenix City — a city that rose again from the ashes.

Tour Highlights

1. Sigismund's Column (start)

Start at Sigismund’s Column, Plac Zamkowy, where your guide will hold an ORANGE UMBRELLA with a British flag. If there’s a parade, protest, or concert, meet 100 meters north at the red-brick defensive wall.

2. Royal Castle from outside

Stop: 20 minutes

Learn about invasion of Poland, September Campaign, first bombings of Warsaw and destruction of the Royal Castle.

3. Presidential Palace

Stop: 20 minutes

During the Nazi-German occupation, the Deutsches House was here. At this stop the guide will be talking about Nazi ceremonies taking place in this building.

4. Piłsudski Square

Stop: 20 minutes

The center of the former Nazi-German District. The guide will be talking about Nazi-German offices located around the square.

5. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Stop: 20 minutes

In this highly symbolic place we will be talking about Polish soldiers fighting on diffrents fronts of the second world war as well as about the Saxon Palace, destroyed by the Nazis in the last days of the occupation.

6. former Polish Bank Hq.

Stop: 20 minutes

One of the last, partially destroyed during WW2 buildings in Warsaw city centre. Here we will be talking about the Warsaw Uprising.

7. Ghetto Wall Marker

Stop: 20 minutes

Memorial of the Ghetto Wall. The guide will be talking here about life in the Jewish Ghetto.

8. relic of Nalewki st.

Stop: 20 minutes

Relic of the famous Nalewki street, going along the park. Here we will be talking about the Uprising in the Warsaw Ghetto.

9. Warsaw Uprising Monument (end)

Stop: 20 minutes

The central monument commemorating the Heroes of the Warsaw Uprising. Here the guide will be talking about the preparations, odds, outbreak and supression of the 1944 Uprising.

Tour Route Map

Find us at Castle Square

Meeting point: Castle Square, by Sigismund’s Column — Look for the yellow 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

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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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WW2 in Warsaw
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Warsaw During World War II

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