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Warsaw City Sightseeing in a Retro Bus

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Warsaw, Poland
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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MEETING POINT: PALACE OF CULTURE AND SCIENCE, BY TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE. BUS STOP ''DWORZEC CENTRALNY 12''.

Visit the major landmarks of the city on a 2,5-hour retro bus tour. A live guide on board comments on the sights you pass and tells you more on a walk in the Old Town, Royal Park Łazienki or in the Palace of Culture and Science. You travel by a retro bus called Jelcz "Cucumber" - an iconic communist vehicle. This tour operates every Saturday at 3pm, starting from the Palace of Culture and Science.

FOR TOTAL NUMBER OF PASSENGERS UP TO 8 PEOPLE WE PROVIDE NYSA MINI RETRO BUS. IF THE FINAL NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS IS MORE THAN 8, WE USE JELCZ ''CUCUMBER'' RETRO BUS.

What's Included

  • 2,5-hour Bus tour
  • Transport by a 1980's coach
  • Live commentary on board
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Pałac Kultury i Nauki
plac Defilad 1, 00-901 Warszawa, Poland

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Palace of Culture and Science (pass by)

The iconic building from the communist era.
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Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie

At this stop you will find out who and when established this place. Why was it popular to visit on Thursdays in 18th century? Why should you bring nuts when you come here? On this walk you will see a statue of Frederic Chopin, the Palace on the Isle and an 18th century amphitheatre.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Palac MySlewicki (pass by)

Have You heard about Prince Joseph Poniatowski? If not, this is the moment.
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Amphitheatre - Lazienki Park (pass by)

Discover the unique Amphitheater on the water.
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Palace on the Island

Hear the story about about the last king of Poland in front of his summer residence.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chopin Monument (pass by)

Hear the life story of famous pianist and composer next to his monument where Chopin is sitting under the weeping willow tree.
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Old Town

Our bus will pick you up and drive you to the Old Town where you will see a city reconstructed from scratch. Get to know who the man on the column in the Castle Square is. What and why is the symbol of the city? What is the most “romantic” place in Warsaw? During the walk you will see the Royal Castle Square with Sigismund's Column, the Old Town Market Square, Cathedral of St. John, statue of Warsaw Mermaid and the Barbican
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy) (pass by)

Magical place from where You can admire the reconstructed Royal Castle.
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King Sigismund's Column (Kolumna Zygmunta) (pass by)

What was the former capital city in Poland? Who changed it? Definitely You will hear a story about it.
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Archcathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist (pass by)

Do You want to know who is buried in the Cathedral? What was happening here centuries ago? It is a must stop then.
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Kanonia (pass by)

Make a wish and the go around the bell three times! Your wish will come true!
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Gnojna Gora (pass by)

This lovely place it used to be....a rubbish dump!
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Rynek Starego Miasta (pass by)

The mermaid decorates the square. Would You like to know why? You will get the answer during the tour.
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Warsaw Barbican (pass by)

We will leave the Old Town by the former gate of Warsaw city.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Warsaw City Sightseeing in a Retro Bus?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Activity code: C-6875P12

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 2,5-hour Bus tour
  • Transport by a 1980's coach
  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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