Family Tour of Warsaw Old Town with Fun Activities for Kids

Mariensztat, Warsaw



Discover the legends of Warsaw's Old Town on a family-friendly tour! See the Market Square, Royal Castle and follow the Royal Route.

Family Tour of Warsaw Old Town with a Private Guide

Explore Warsaw Old Town with a licensed private guide on a family-friendly tour suitable for adults and children.

Highlights

  • Explore Warsaw Old Town with a 5-star private guide
  • Engage with historical stories and legends
  • See the Warsaw Mermaid, Royal Castle, and medieval monuments
  • Enjoy a candy-making demonstration at an artisan sweets factory (3-hour tour only)
  • Visit the Copernicus Science Centre with interactive exhibits (4-hour tour only)

Description

This private family tour offers an interactive way to discover Warsaw's Old Town. On the 2-hour walking tour, your guide will lead you through the Old Town Market Square where children will search for the legendary Warsaw Mermaid and learn about the city’s origins.

Travel back to the Middle Ages with stories about merchants, knights, and kings who shaped Warsaw. Visit key sites including St John’s Archcathedral, St Anne’s Church, the Royal Castle with Sigmund’s Column, the Presidential Palace, Holy Cross Church, and monuments to Polish figures like Adam Mickiewicz and Jozef Poniatowski. The tour concludes at the Nicholas Copernicus Monument.

The 3-hour option adds a visit to the Manufaktura Cukierkow sweets factory, where you can watch candy-making and try your hand at creating your own sweets, which you can keep as a souvenir.

The 4-hour tour includes the Old Town walk and a visit to the Copernicus Science Centre with skip-the-line access. Discover interactive science exhibits, games, a robotic theater, and a planetarium suitable for all ages.

Includes

  • Private family-friendly tour of Warsaw’s Old Town (attractions vary by option)
  • 5-star licensed guide fluent in your chosen language
  • Show at Manufaktura Cukierkow sweets factory (3-hour option only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Copernicus Science Centre (4-hour option only)
  • Pickup from accommodation located within Warsaw Old Town

Excludes

  • Sweets factory show (not included in 2- and 4-hour options)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Copernicus Science Centre (not included in 2- and 3-hour options)
  • Pickup from accommodations outside Warsaw Old Town

Important Information

  • Check your email the day before the tour for updates.
  • Tour duration and included attractions depend on your selected option.
  • Pickup is only available for accommodations within 1.5 km of the meeting point at Lapidarium Antyki, Nowomiejska 15/17, 00-271 Warsaw. Provide your address when booking.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book in advance to secure your preferred time. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water for a more enjoyable experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes the Warsaw Mermaid, Royal Castle, and various medieval monuments in Warsaw Old Town.
Yes, the tour is designed to be family-friendly and suitable for both adults and children.
Yes, the tour is led by a licensed private guide with extensive knowledge of Warsaw's history.
Yes, activities include historical stories, legends, and either a candy-making demonstration or a visit to the Copernicus Science Centre, depending on the tour length.
The candy-making demonstration is held at an artisan sweets factory in Warsaw during the 3-hour tour.
Yes, the 4-hour tour option includes a visit to the Copernicus Science Centre with interactive exhibits.
Tours are available in 3-hour and 4-hour options, with different activities included for each.
Advance booking is recommended to secure your preferred date and time for the Warsaw family tour.
The tour typically starts at a central point in Warsaw Old Town, which will be confirmed upon booking.
Tours operate year-round in Warsaw, but it's best to check the website for current availability and hours.

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