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Wrocław: Old Town and Ostrów Tumski Walking Tour in English

Wrocław: Old Town and Ostrów Tumski Walking Tour in English

History of Wroclaw is long and complex. To understand it, you need to dive into the past of over 1000 years. The city is called Microcosm by professor Norman Davies due to being a part of different countries and its location in the middle of Europe. Davies said that everything, what happened in Europe, at some point happened in Wrocław as well: wars and religious struggle, wealth of trade city, Nazis and WWII with almost total annihilation of the city, becoming a part of communist block to final jump into freedom over 25 years ago. Modern Wrocław is one of fastest developing cities in Europe with rich culture and open, welcoming people. If you want to find out how all of this happened, simply join our tour!

Wroclaw: City Tour Sightseeing By Golf Cart Shared Or Privat

Wroclaw: City Tour Sightseeing By Golf Cart Shared Or Privat

Discover the city of Wroclaw on a guided golf cart tour. We want to invite you to an unforgettable journey through the picturesque and historic streets of Wroclaw! With us, you will discover the city in the best possible way. Wroclaw is a city of more than 100 bridges, 80 churches, many museums, and monuments. It’s mysterious and full of attractions. Let us guide you through it all using our eco-friendly electric vehicles. What you will see? 1. St. Elizabeth’s Church 2. Hansel and Gratel 3. Old meat market 4. University 5. Ossolineum 6. Market Hall 7. Sand Island 8. Kathedral Island 9. Grunwaldzki Square 10. Zwierzyniecki Bridge 11. ZOO Wroclaw 12. Centennial Hall Complex 13. University of technology 14. Grunwaldzki Bridge 15. Province Office 16. National Museum 17. Polish Hill 18. Panorama Raclawicka 19. Hill of guerrillas 20. Opera 21. Puppet theatre 22. Spatgen Palace Don't worry be happy and enjoy Wroclaw :D

Group city tour (walking tour) through Wroclaw in German

Group city tour (walking tour) through Wroclaw in German

Our tour offers you the opportunity to explore the most important sights of Wroclaw together with other participants while being accompanied by an experienced guide. During the 2-3 hour city tour, we will take you to the most important attractions and landmarks of Wroclaw. The walking tour usually starts at the central Market Square, the heart of the city. Here you will be able to admire the impressive town hall and the surrounding historic buildings. During the tour, we will visit St. Elizabeth's Church, one of the tallest buildings in the city, and the charming "Hansel and Gretel" cottages. The University of Wroclaw, one of the oldest universities in Central Europe, is also on the program. Our guide will provide you with interesting details about the history of these institutions and their importance for the city. Another highlight is the historic market hall, where you can experience the lively hustle and bustle. We continue our tour to the Cathedral Island, the oldest part of Wroclaw, where you will see the majestic Wroclaw Cathedral. Advantages of a group tour: - Shared experience: share the discovery of the city with other participants, exchange ideas and experience Wroclaw in a convivial atmosphere. - Experienced guide: Our guide accompanies the group and tells you exciting stories, historical facts and interesting anecdotes about Wroclaw. - Cost-efficient: Group tours are usually cheaper than private tours, but still offer a comprehensive and high-quality experience. - Interactive tour: You have the opportunity to ask questions during the guided tour and learn more about the aspects that interest you most.

Wroclaw: City Tour Sightseeing Golf Cart Old City+Cathedral

Wroclaw: City Tour Sightseeing Golf Cart Old City+Cathedral

Discover the city of Wroclaw on a guided golf cart tour. We want to invite you to an unforgettable journey through the picturesque and historic streets of Wroclaw! With us, you will discover the city in the best possible way. Wroclaw is a city of more than 100 bridges, 80 churches, many museums, and monuments. It’s mysterious and full of attractions. Let us guide you through it all using our eco-friendly electric vehicles. What you will see? 1. St. Elizabeth’s Church 2. Hansel and Gratel 3. Old meat market 4. University 5. Ossolineum 6. Market Hall 7. Sand Island 8. Cathedral Island 9. Province office 10. National Museum 11. Polish Hill 12. Panorama Raclawicka 13. Spatgen Palace Don't worry be happy and enjoy Wroclaw :D

Night tour through Wroclaw

Night tour through Wroclaw

Discover Wroclaw in a whole new light with our exciting night tour organized by Wroclaw View. This special tour, which lasts approximately 2 hours, takes you through the city's most impressive sights and lets Wroclaw shine in its nocturnal splendor. Highlights of the tour: - The Market Square: the walking tour begins at the Market Square, where the historic buildings and the magnificent Town Hall are illuminated in fascinating light. Experience the magical atmosphere of the city center at night. - St. Elisabeth's Church: The imposing St. Elisabeth's Church is particularly impressive at night. You will be able to admire the Gothic architecture of this impressive building. - Hansel and Gretel: Continue on to the charming "Hansel and Gretel" cottages. These picturesque buildings are a particularly romantic photo motif at night. - University of Wroclaw: The historic University of Wroclaw is not only an impressive sight by day, but also by night. Find out more about the history and significance of this renowned educational institution. - The Market Hall: The historic Market Hall will also be part of our nocturnal voyage of discovery. Experience the special atmosphere of this lively place in the stillness of the night. - The Cathedral Island: The tour continues to the Cathedral Island, the nucleus of Wroclaw. The sacred buildings and Wroclaw Cathedral are particularly impressive at night and radiate a mystical calm. - Wroclaw Cathedral: The tour ends with the majestic Wroclaw Cathedral. Its illuminated towers can be seen from afar and are the perfect place to end the tour. Let our experienced guides take you through the streets of Wroclaw at night and tell you exciting stories and anecdotes about the city. Enjoy the unique atmosphere and discover the beauty of Wroclaw by night.

Wroclaw: Third Reich and World War Two Historical Tour

Wroclaw: Third Reich and World War Two Historical Tour

Meet your friendly guide at Monopol Hotel then set out on your guided tour of Wroclaw. Begin with an introduction into Wroclaw's past, and learn about how the city once belonged to Germany until the end of World War Two. Discover how during the siege between February and May 1945, most of the city’s buildings were damaged or destroyed, leaving only the partially rebuilt infrastructure you see today. The tour has been designed to showcase the city’s most important historical landmarks, and provide an insight into what life might have been like here during the war. Highlights of the tour include the former Gestapo building, Wolności Square, White Stork Synagogue, Dietrich Benchoffer Memorial, University Church, Ossolineum Garden, Sand Island, Cathedral Island, and more. Throughout the tour, listen to your guide share fascinating facts about Wroclaw’s history under German rule, as well as information about city’s Jewish heritage and the Holocaust. You’ll also discover the changes that came about with the end of the war, and how the city transformed itself afterwards.

Wroclaw: Guided City Night Tour (2 hours)

Wroclaw: Guided City Night Tour (2 hours)

The old town of Wroclaw is beautifully lit with numerous gas lanterns. All the lanterns are lit by hand each day with the Darkbreak of one "Latarnik", one after the other. This sets the scene for your picturesque and informative tour around the city of Breslau. Your tour will start at the market square, where you will meet your fun and informative guide at the entrance to the restaurant Schweidnitzer Keller, at the town hall. With your guide you will take a stroll around this picturesque market square, making sure to take a brief visit to the Elisabeth Church. Next, you will take a stroll in the direction of the university, en-route, take a stop at the Fencing Fountain.  Continue on your journey to visit such landmark sites as the old Matthias Gymnasium, the Baroque Garden, the Old Town Mart Hall, and the Sand Bridge to the Sand Island. On the way, you will also get to see the Dompanorma from the Schiffanlegestelle an der Oder. Next, visit Cathedral Island and marvel at its numerous churches and the Wroclaw St. John's Cathedral. Depending on the desires of the group, your tour will end at the Lessingsbrücke or at the dock, where the night gondola rides depart from. (during the summer)

Wrocław: Old City Night Walk and Gondola Ride

Wrocław: Old City Night Walk and Gondola Ride

Discover Wroclaw in the evening with a romantic gondola ride. Explore the area around the market square up to the University of Wroclaw on a leisurely stroll. Take a quick stop at the illuminated Wroclaw fountain and learn the story of the naked students on the pedestal. Then head towards the cathedral island, passing by the old Matthias Gymnasium and strolling through the baroque gardens. Walk past the old city market hall and through the sand bridge to Sand Island. Enjoy the fantastic panoramic views of the cathedral and finally get into one of the large gondolas to sail through atmospheric Wroclaw. The tour by gondola takes 50 minutes. You will travel past the most beautiful sights of the Old Town. After the gondola tour, the tour is over.

Wroclaw: City Walk and Cruise by Luxury Solar Catamaran

Wroclaw: City Walk and Cruise by Luxury Solar Catamaran

Discover the city of Wroclaw on an ecological solar catamaran ride and explore the area around the market square to the University of Wroclaw on a leisurely stroll. Take a quick stop at the lit fencing fountain and learn the story of the naked students on the pedestal. Next, head towards the cathedral island, pass the old Matthias Gymnasium and stroll through the Baroque garden. Walk past the old city market hall and through the sand bridge to Sand Island. Enjoy the fantastic panorama of the Cathedral and finally get into one of the large gondolas and drive through the atmospheric Wroclaw. This tour by ecological solar catamaran takes 1-hour and will grant you a unique look at some of the city's most beautiful highlights. You will get to see some of the most beautiful sights of the old town.

Bike Tour of Wroclaw Old Town, Top Attractions and Nature

Bike Tour of Wroclaw Old Town, Top Attractions and Nature

With countless islands, bridges and historical monuments, there is no better way to explore Wroclaw,”The Venice of the North”, than on a bike. Join our Bike Passionate Guide on a cycling tour around the most spectacular Old Town monuments and nature spots. Get active and fall in love with the sights of Wroclaw! During the 2-hour tour, you will hop on a professional bike and follow your Local Guide along the beautiful, well-maintained cycling roads and streets. From the National Forum of Music you will cycle to the historic Kazimierza Wielkiego street, where you will see an 18th century palace with a Baroque-style garden, which now houses the City Museum of Wroclaw. Wroclaw Old Town will surprise you with its charms, the old colorful tenement houses, the iconic 14th century Gothic St Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic parish, and Hansel and Gretel Houses. Cycle around the medieval Market Square to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this city, and discover the history of the Old Town Hall and Pillory (Pregierz). The route will continue along the scenic Oder River, where you will see the University of Wroclaw, and through some of Wroclaw's lovely islands, such as Wyspa Piasek and Wyspa Slodowa. Explore the architectural monuments of Ostrow Tumski, or the Cathedral Island, with many churches, monasteries, Archbishop’s Palace and one of the most iconic symbols of the city - Cathedral of St John the Baptist. You will also see the National Museum, Panorama of the Battle of Racławice, and the City Hall. By the end of the tour, you will feel as if Wroclaw is your home! Choose the 3-hour option to learn even more about Wroclaw and see more historical and modern landmarks. The extended route will include more quiet nature spots, such as the forested Szczytnicki Park. You will also see sites that are more popular among the locals than among the tourists, such as the Pergola, the Multimedia Fountain, the Four Domes Pavilion, and the iconic Iglica - a nearly 100-m. steel spire in front of the grand, circular Centennial Hall. To make the experience even better, the guide will also treat you to some delicious Polish donuts!

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Łucasz was brilliant. He was exceptionally knowledgeable about the history, politics and culture of Wroclaw, Poland and Europe. He had a lovely sense of humour, and was an excellent guide. Really great to meet him and share a few hours with him, and the other guests. I learnt a lot in a short period of time. He gave us good tips for places to go back to, and provided us with general recommendations for the city. I would absolutely recommend this tour. Wear comfortable shoes - the beautiful cobbles are relentless! 😀

Brilliant tour our guide Michael was amazing very informative and personable, was very knowledgeable on the area and answered all our questions about Wroclaw even those not part of the tour, would recommend this tour to anyone we seen lots of places and areas we didn’t get to know foot and found out a lot of history of the area

Terrific tour. Highly recommend. Our guide was welcoming, friendly and informative. The tour was really exceptional value. We loved seeing Wroclaw and finding out lots about the beautiful city- our guide managed to fit in so much into our tour. Many thanks!!!

This was a great alternative way of seeing the city. Our guide Michael was very friendly and informative. He showed us around the place and talked about the history of Wrocław. Would highly recommend.

Michael was a excent tour guide with a lot of history curiosities and tips for tourists.