Warsaw: 2-Hour Praga Walking Tour
Praga, Warsaw, Warsaw
Discover the most fascinating district in Warsaw, as you explore the multicultural, authentic and legendary Praga. Get to know the real face of Warsaw including apartment blocks from the communist time, and the post-industrial zones.
This is a 2-hour private walking tour of Praga, Warsaw’s historic district on the right bank of the Vistula, ideal for history and culture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Discover the most fascinating and trendy quarter in Warsaw
- Explore the real face of pre-war Warsaw
- Stroll along the streets of Praga and visit the vodka factory complex
- See the film locations from Roman Polanski's Oscar-winning movie, “The Pianist”
- Learn about the director of Warsaw Zoo and his wife who saved hundreds during WWII
Description
This tour presents Praga, an authentic and legendary district distinct from Warsaw’s left bank. Located minutes from the Old Town, Praga has a rich history shaped by trade, industry, and a diverse culture of Christians, Jews, and Orthodox communities living side by side.
During the walk, you will explore pre-war streets featuring tenement houses with bullet marks, communist-era apartment blocks, and industrial zones now housing art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. Your guide will share stories of prominent entrepreneurs who shaped Praga’s economic history, from its trading hub origins to its role during the communist period.
The tour includes visits to notable sites such as St. Florian Cathedral, the Orthodox church (once a synagogue and ritual bath), the Rozycki Bazaar, the monument of the Praga Street Band, and the “Koneser” vodka factory complex. You will also hear the true story of the Warsaw Zoo director and his wife who saved many Jews during the Holocaust.
Includes
- Certified tour guide
Excludes
- Lunch
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- This is a private tour.
- Meeting point: In front of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Maria and Magdalena, at the exit from the M2 subway. The guide will hold a “PolinTours” sign.
Address: Aleja Solidarności 52, 03-402 Warsaw, Poland
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Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and check weather conditions before the tour.
