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Gdańsk: Old Town Private Walking Tour with Legends and Facts

1. Gdańsk: Old Town Private Walking Tour with Legends and Facts

Gdansk is Poland's principal seaport, industrial center and a symbolic place where the collapse of the communist Eastern Bloc began with the Solidarity movement. Discover the fascinating history facts and legends about this historic industrial seatown. Fall in love with the beautiful Gdansk Old Town. During the 2-hour tour you will learn basic information about the city, with tips on the best local restaurants, pubs, and souvenir shops. The tour will start in the main entrance to the medieval city wall, Upland Gate (Brama Wyzynna), continuing past the Golden Gate and along the historic Dluga street to the Long Market. In the beating heart of the Old Town, you will see medieval architectural monuments such as the Gdansk Town Hall, the Golden House and the 17th century Neptune’s Fountain. You will also visit a former meeting place of the city’s merchants, Artus Court (Dwor Artusa), which now serves as a branch of the Gdansk History Museum with collections of local history and arts. Follow your Private Guide to the Green Gate to enjoy the scenic view of Motlawa River. The next point of interest will be the soaring St Mary’s Basilica. Step inside one the largest brick churches in the world to see the grand hall church featuring an ornate altar, organ set, and a royal chapel. The walking tour will end at the 17th century Great Armoury, which is one of the city’s finest examples of Renaissance architecture. Choose the 3-hour option to learn even more about Gdansk and visit other parts of the charming Old Town.The extended route includes the islands on the Motlawa River. Take a walk through the redeveloped island of Wyspa Spichrzow to see old brick structures and warehouse ruins, and learn about the historical background of trade in the city. In Olowianka Old Town you will also see the beautiful red brick Baltic Symphony Hall. Pick the 4-hour option to enrich your Gdansk experience with a visit to St. Bridget's Church. This hidden Old Town gem is best known as a sanctuary for the leaders of Solidarnosc under martial law. On one of the huge church doors, you can see various Solidarity scenes from August 1980 until the imposition of Martial Law in December 1981. Apart from the fascinating historical background, the church also boasts a display of religious artefacts and a remarkable amber altar, made out of the most recognizable raw material of this region. The 6-hour option will give you a complete experience of Gdansk, with a route extending from Old Town to the Main Town. See the Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970, commemorating those workers who died in the anti-communist riots, and visit the European Solidarity Centre. In this modern museum you will learn about the Solidarity riots and prominent trade union movement that initiated the end of the communist government in Poland. This is a must-do for the history geeks!

Gdansk Old Town 2-Hour Walking Tour

2. Gdansk Old Town 2-Hour Walking Tour

Explore the compact Old Town of Gdansk to see a unique blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Mannerist architecture lining some of the most beautiful streets and squares in Europe. Perfect for those with limited time to explore, a professional guide will introduce you to an interesting assortment of monuments, telling fascinating stories along the way. Start at the Golden Gate, once part of the old city’s fortifications. Continue to the Torture Chamber, where executions were carried out until the middle of the 19th century. Next, go to the 16th-century Upland Gate, the main entry point of the Old Town, where the king of Poland would arrive in the city from Warsaw. Continue along the Royal Way to Long Market and the Town Hall. The focal point of Long Market is the Neptune Fountain of the sea god. Walk down to the banks of the Motława River before visiting The Crane, revealing the city’s golden age of trade. Pass St. Mary's Church, thought to be the largest brick church in the world, to end at the imposing Great Armoury, one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in the city.

Gdansk: Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks

3. Gdansk: Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks

Start the evening by meeting your local guides and getting to know like-minded travelers. After checking in, head out on this party tour to explore Gdansk's nightlife. Visit three different bars and end the night in the city's biggest nightclub. At the first bar get two complimentary drinks from a selection of vodka cocktails, beers, or shots. Compete with your fellow crawlers with some drinking games to get to know each other even more.  Afterward, move on to the next two bars where you'll receive a welcome shot at each location. While you're moving about the city, be prepared for some crazy challenges and get ready to go out of your comfort zone. The last stop of the pub crawl is a three-level nightclub where you will have a skip-the-line entrance and can dance until sunrise. 

Highlights of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot 1-day Private Tour

4. Highlights of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot 1-day Private Tour

Discover the most beautiful seaside resorts in Poland in one day. Join a 5-Star Private Guide on a full-day car trip of the Tri-City and see the highlights of Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia. We can pick you up from any location in the Tri-City. Follow the Amber Trail and hear the legends of Pomerania! Book this 7-hour car tour to visit Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia. Our convenient pickup and drop-off service is available from any accommodation address or port in the Tri-City, so you can easily join this tour even if you're in the area only for a few hours. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly, including an optional lunch break at a seaside restaurant. With private transfers, you can easily tailor the experience to your needs and interests. This Tri-City trip will be steeped in the history of Poland, especially maritime history, World War II and communism. In Gdańsk Old Town, you will visit the magnificent St. Mary’s Church and explore the beautiful Long Market with its colorful tenement houses, elegant restaurants and traditional pubs. Admire the Neptune Fountain, Old Town Hall and Arthur’s Court, and stroll along the Motlawa River embankment to see the historic Crane. You will also visit the Oliwa Archcathedral to enjoy a 20-minute organ concert and stroll around the tranquil Oliwa Park. In Sopot, you will be able to admire the funny Krzywy Domek, the historic Lighthouse and the elegant Kuracyjny Square with a view of one of the most popular beaches and piers in Poland. Last but not least, you will head to the popular Kościuszki Square and port in Gdynia to explore the murals of notable past residents, maritime monuments, and historic ships such as “Dar Pomorza” and “Błyskawica”. Discover the highlights of the Polish Baltic coast!

Gdansk Old Town Half-Day Private Walking Tour

5. Gdansk Old Town Half-Day Private Walking Tour

Walk through the historic heart of Gdansk Old Town and discover one of the most beautiful cities in Europe during a 4-hour tour. Starting from Dluga Street, site of the old market square, you will pass through the historic gates of the city, visiting Arthur's Court, Neptune Fountain, the Old Crane, and 15th-century Basilica of St Mary's. Soak up the charm of Gdansk Old Town, as you walk along Dluga Street, admiring superb Renaissance buildings and the flamboyant Town Hall. Look at the gilded statue of King Sigismund II Augustus of Poland perched high on the Town Hall spire. Pass Neptune Fountain to Arthur's Court, the former meeting place of the city’s merchants, now a branch of the Gdańsk History Museum. After a visit to the museum, continue to Green Gate overlooking the Motlawa River. Enjoy an amber polishing demonstration, with a short lecture on amber, at the Amber Court, and visit the Old Crane, one of the most popular symbols of the city. Marvel at the 15th-century crane, used to install ship masts and to load cargo. End your tour at Europe's biggest Gothic brick church, the stunning Basilica of St. Mary’s.

Gdansk: City Card – Explorer Package

6. Gdansk: City Card – Explorer Package

One card- hundreds of benefits! Especially for you we selected attractions which will be interesting for the whole family. Interactive exhibitions, science and entertainment centres - with Visitgdansk Tourist Card Exporer Package you can be sure that kids won’t get bored! Museum entry included:Museum of Amber - Museum of GdanskRomanesque Cellar - Archaeological Museum in GdanskGreen Gate Department- Gdansk Gallery of PhotographyDepartment of Modern Art - the National Museum in GdanskDepartment of Ethnography (Abbot's Granary) - the National Museum in GdanskMain Town Hall - Museum of GdanskDar Pomorza Ship - National Maritime Museum in GdanskHevelianum - GdanskBlue Lamb Granary - Archaeological Museum in GdanskOld Toy Gallery, GdanskZoo Gdańsk OliwaGranaries on Ołowianka Island - National Maritime MuseumSołdek Ship MuseumStronghold in Sopot - Archaeological Museum in Gdansk

Gdansk: 90-Minute Guided Segway Tour of Gdansk Old Town

7. Gdansk: 90-Minute Guided Segway Tour of Gdansk Old Town

Discover the magic of Gdansk on this unique 90-minute guided Segway tour of the city. You’ll follow a route that passes by all the hotspots of the old town, the main town, and Granary Island accompanied by a local guide who will make sure you have enough time at each location to make yourself feel like at home in Gdansk. Riding on your Segway in a group, you’ll pass by a whole range of memorable tourist attractions like Uphagen's House, the Artus Court, Neptune's Fountain, the Fahrenheit Monument, Granary Island, the fish market, the Long Lane, the Golden Gate and more, enjoying gorgeous views of the city from the banks of Motlawa River along the way.

Gdansk, Sopot and Gdynia 3 Cities Private Full-Day Tour

8. Gdansk, Sopot and Gdynia 3 Cities Private Full-Day Tour

Perfect for those short on time but with a desire to see as much as possible of Poland’s Tri-City area. This full-day private sightseeing tour covers Gdansk, Sopot and Gdynia, where the decorative architecture has been shaped by a rich history. Discover the center of Gdansk, restored after World War II. Walk along Long Street with its beautiful houses, bars and cafés, a fountain of Neptune, "amber" Mary's Street, the Crane and the Island of Granaries. Then go to Gdansk Oliwa to relax in the most beautiful park in the Tri-City. And don't miss the famous organ concert at Oliwa Cathedral! Continue on to Sopot and wander down the Monciak Street, perhaps the most famous promenade in Poland, lined with art nouveau cafés and shops. Soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere and discover the beachfront attractions of the boardwalk, including the longest wooden pier in Europe and the beautiful waterfront Spa Park. The final destination in your Tri-City tour is Gdynia, where the battleship “Lightning” and frigate “Gift of Pomerania” are reminders of the rich history of the Polish Navy and the country’s shipbuilding traditions.  Rout: Gdańsk: Upland Gate, Torture Chamber, Golden Gate,  Dluga Street, The Long Market, The Main Town Hall, Neptune fountain, Motława River bank, The Crane, St. Mary's Church, Great Armoury, The Solidarity Square and The Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers Oliwa: Oliwa Cathedral (+ organ concert), Oliwa Park,  Sopot: Bohaterów Monte Cassino Street, Therapeutic Park, The Pier Gdynia: The Kościuszko Square, ORP Błyskawica (Battleship), frigate “Dar Pomorza” (muzum ship)

Stutthof Concentration Camp and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour

9. Stutthof Concentration Camp and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour

Learn about the Holocaust, World War II and Polish history on a private tour to the Stutthof Concentration Camp Museum and the Old Town in Gdansk. Take advantage of a Licensed Guide and private car transfers. Spend a day surrounded by history. We will begin this 7-hour tour with pick-up at your accommodation in Gdansk, Sopot or Gdynia by private car. Our first stop will be at the former site of the Stutthof Concentration Camp, which was the first of this kind established by the Nazis in Poland during World War II. You will spend at least 2 hours exploring the Stutthof Museum and learning about the 110,000 prisoners from 28 countries who were tortured, forced to work, or died here in the gas chambers. You will also see a short documentary on the history of Stutthof and the Holocaust. Next, we’ll stop at a nearby beach to take in the sights and sounds of the Baltic Sea. Last but not least, we will stroll through the Old Town of Gdansk and discover local history and legends. We will explore the famous Long Market and admire the historic Artus’ Court, St. Mary’s Church, Old Crane, Golden Gate, Motlawa Embankment, and more. After a fun and informative walking tour, we will take you back to your accommodation.

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What people are saying about Gdansk Museum - Main Town Hall

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With our guide Krzysztof we were almost 8 km on the road and he brought us closer to his city and his country with many facts and some legends in a very entertaining way. We really enjoyed the tour and would do it again at any time.

Interesting and entertaining tour through the old town of Gdansk to the Solidarnosc Museum. We learned a lot about the history of Gdansk. A great tour.

An extensive tour with potential to be continued with an extremely nice, fun-loving lady from Gdańsk. Many thanks again and all the best!

Many thanks to Dorothy! In 2 hours she showed us the highlights of the legal town of Gdańsk and entertained us in the process.

Great experience! Very knowledgeable guide who tailored the experience to our interest.