Warsaw: Jewish History Guided Walking Tour in English
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Join a walking tour of the former, completely destroyed Warsaw Ghetto in Muranów district. Explore the wounds of WWII on the city by visiting Chłodna Street, Waliców Street, and the Nożyk Synagogue.
Highlights
- Take a journey through history, feeling the weight of the past in every step
- Witness the Nożyk Synagogue, the only surviving pre-war Warsaw synagogue
- Visit the site of the bridge on Chłodna Street that joined parts of the ghetto
- See Waliców Street, once the ghetto border, and learn about the Warsaw Uprising
- Hear about the enduring spirit of the city's Jewish community through the years
Description
Take an emotional journey through history and uncover the scars of the Second World War and Holocaust on Warsaw, which was the second-largest Jewish city in the world before the war. Walk through Chłodna Street and Waliców Street and see the Nożyk Synagogue.
Learn about the active role of Jews in the city’s life during good times and bad for centuries. In the 19th century, Jews joined other Warsaw residents in their struggles against occupying powers and participated in Polish uprisings.
Discover how Jewish Warsaw flourished during the Interwar Period, with hundreds of artists, actors, writers, and journalists calling the city home, and a cultural life that was incomparable to any other time and place in history.
Understanding the pre-war diversity and richness of Jewish Warsaw will deepen your understanding of the immense scale of destruction inflicted during the Holocaust. However, alongside stories of persecution and death, also hear stories of resilience and bravery.
Gain a deeper appreciation for Jewish Warsaw, a story not only the story of the past, but also the story of today – the young, diverse, and energetic Jewish community that optimistically looks to the future.
Includes
Local guide
Walking tour
Important Information
- This tour will be joining the general walking tour, the amount you pay covers the reservation fee and the guide's payment, if you wish to join a smaller, private tour contact the supplier after booking and they will help to organize it for you
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund