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Jewish heritage in Warsaw

4 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Warsaw, Poland
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Janusz Korczak monument
Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Interior of Polin Museum
Bas-relief showing scene of uprising in ghetto (1943)
Supporting menora
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On average, this is booked 28 (0) days in advance.
5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

This tour focuses on visiting places connected with lasting for centuries Jewish presence in Poland. You can see still functioning Jewish cemetery; Nozyk Synagogue which survived WWII; remaining part of the ghetto wall; installation of the bridge connecting small and big ghetto; Umschlagplatz memorial at the former station from which Jews were deported to the death camp; Rappaport monument dedicated to heroes of the ghetto; and Polin, the Museum of the History of Polish Jews. Also visit Jewish Historical Institute in original building of former Judaistic Library.

In Prague site (across the Vistula river) we can see pre-war mykveh, former nursery and shelter for Jewish children, and Jewish students' dormitory. Stroll along unchanged streets where "The Pianist", film by Polanski was made.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to museums
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Sofitel Warsaw Victoria Hotel
ul. Krolewska 11, Warsaw 00, Poland

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Usual and the most convenient place to pick up the clients is in the lobby of the hotel where you stay.

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Warsaw Ghetto

Former Warsaw ghetto was totally destroyed after the collapse of Uprising in ghetto, but now it is marked with Rappaport monument deduated to Heroes of ghetto, Mila 18, Umschlagplatz and Shmul Zygelbojm memorial.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Jewish Cemetery (Cmentarz Zydowski)

Looking at the preserved matzevots you can learn a lot about the history of Jews in Warsaw and their input to Polish literature, science and art. Closed on Saturdays.Mass graves from WWII and symbolic stones dedicated to those who perished in extermination camp in Treblinka.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Umschlagplatz

It is located in the site of former railway station from which 300 thousands Jews from Warsaw ghetto were deported to death camp in Treblinka in summer 1942. On walls of it 300 first names in alphabetical order of thoses who started their last journey make symbolic inscription.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Nozyk Synagogue

It is the only synagogue in Warsaw which survived WWII. It was built at the beginning of 20th c., still functioning. On Saturdays (Sabbath) opened only for prayers, then no admission fee charged.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Praga Polnoc

Since Praga site was not so much destroyed as Warsaw downtown, there are preserved some Jewish edifices like students' dormitory where Menachem Begin lived as a student, and shelter for poor people and orphans, now puppet theater. Former mykveh also survived even though as a high school now.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jewish Historical Institute

Former Judaistic Library, which survived WWII. Because of the vicinity of the Great Synagogue and its being blown up, the traces of the fire can be seen on the floor. The map of prewar Poland with former shtetles. Exhibition of Ghetto archives, which miraculously survived are on desplay.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Jewish heritage in Warsaw?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Jewish heritage in Warsaw?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Fuel surcharge.
  • Driver/guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
  • entrance fees to museums.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Jewish heritage in Warsaw is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Jewish heritage in Warsaw will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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