Things to do in

Szczecin

Hear legends, facts, and stories of the Duchy of Pomerania and discover the remains of the city fortifications while walking with your private guide. Start the trail at Plac Andersa where you will discover some monuments hidden by the trees and plants in the park. See some Roman Catholic churches, admire their stunning towers and take a look at the interior of the Church of St. Wojciech. Next, find the Water Gate, a fantastic fountain which has a colorful water show after sunset. See the great 14th-century Cathedral Basilica of St. James the Apostle. Pass by the former noble residences and ornate houses of the Old Town, including the decorative Loitz's Tenement, now home to the State High School of Visual Arts. Walk towards the Odra River to see the Market Sienny Square with its magnificent Town Hall. Follow your guide to one of the best views in the city at Bulwar Piastowski. Then make your way the pride of Szczecin, the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle. Finally, admire the beautifully-decorated buildings and finally stroll down the Wały Chrobrego promenade.

Learn the legends and historical facts about Szczecin, a fantastic city situated in Western Pomerania, on a private guided walking tour. Hear about the Duchy of Pomerania and discover the remains of the city fortifications at the Seven Pillars Tower. Follow the medieval trail and see the top attractions of Szczecin. Start your tour at Park Anders and discover its hidden monuments in the trees and plants of the park. Look for the humorous statue of Jan Czekanowski. If you look closer, you'll find many others. Along the road, pass by some of the cities' Roman Catholic churches and admire their stunning architecture. You'll also have the opportunity to see the interior of the Roman Catholic Church of St. Wojciech. Adjacent, you'll find the Water Gate Fountain which offers a colorful show spectacle after sunset. Then, visit the 14th-century Cathedral Basilica of St James the Apostle and marvel at its exterior. See the noble residences, ornate houses, including the decorative Loitz's Tenement, now home to the State High School of Visual Arts. Continue the tour towards the Odra River to visit the Sienna Market Square, along with other public buildings such as Red Town Hall and Szczecin City Hall. If you select the 3-hour option, you'll have the opportunity to take in the best views over the city from the Bulwar Piastowski. Then, visit the cities most prestigious monument - the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle. Learn about the history of the Duchy of Pomerania and admire the richly decorated buildings. Next, make your way to the Wały Chrobrego promenade to absorb the beauty and medieval atmosphere of the city. The half-day tour (4 hours) includes the unique opportunity to enter the Basilica of St James the Apostle including its breathtaking viewpoint platform on top, as well as a visit to the Philharmonic. Lastly, see the emblematic sundial in front of the Royal Gate.

Sample the best Polish beers during this beer tasting tour in Szczecin. Your friendly beer master will explain the most important aspects of professional beer tasting and will tell you all about the beer brewing traditions of Poland. This fun and educational evening will offer an insightful introduction to the world of beer brewing in Szczecin. Enjoy a relaxed, but sophisticated experience, as you sample beers from major, mass producing Polish breweries, as well as local specialty beers from Szczecin. Your guide will explain the different brewing processes and ingredients required to make each beer, as well as help you sharpen your tasting skills. You will also learn about the history of beer brewing in Poland and of the most important brewing traditions of the Polish master brewers. This Polish beer tasting will enable you to try a full range of beers in one sitting, right where they are appreciated the best - in the heart of Szczecin.  

Explore the culture of Poland through its favorite liquors and bars on a vodka tasting tour of Szczecin. Get an insight into the local customs and traditions from your expert guide. Learn how to identify the best quality vodkas and hear how vodka is produced. Visit a restaurant that serves an impressive selection of different vodkas and plum brandies, and enjoy tastings with a selection of delicious snacks. Continue to a bar that dates back to the '60s and hear about the harsh days of Communist rule. Explore vodka's role in daily life as the most sociable drink. End at a quirky venue where vodka presentation is treated as an art form and the best barmen prepare fancy shots in a variety of different ways.  

Discover how the culture of eating has strong roots among Polish people. On this private food and sightseeing tour, your professional guide will show you the best dishes from Polish cuisine in 2, 3 or 4 carefully chosen local venues. At these places, enjoy the special opportunity to try, compare, and choose which flavor from a rich range of traditional dishes you like the most. Each option includes a guided tour of Szczecin's Old Town.  Choose the 2.5-hour option to try a basic set of food in 2 places. Sample different kinds of dumplings, Polish meats, and other specialists. Also, enjoy 1 soft drink with cake and coffee/tea (except soup and beer).  Alternatively, choose the 3.5-hour option to taste even more traditional Polish food at 3 venues. Try various kinds of dumplings, different kinds of Polish meats, other specialists, and traditional soup. This option includes 1 soft drink and beer as well as cake and coffee/tea.  If you want an even more comprehensive tour of Poland's culture and cuisine, choose the special 5-hour option. This tour includes a combination of tasting not only food but also vodka or beers (you can choose 8 kinds of beer or 8 kinds of vodka shots) and a more extensive sightseeing excursion.

Discover the significance of Szczecin in World War II on a tour through its underground passages. The occupying German forces built an anti-aircraft shelter underneath the city in 18th-century tunnels which has survived to the present day. The shelter was used during air raids and could accommodate 5000 civilians. Enter the shelter and discover a variety of exhibitions, mannequins, photos, and movies played with special sounds and lights. Learn about its use in World War II in an exciting way. Walk along the "World War II Route” with the shelter as the main attraction. Afterwards, follow your guide to the Old Town where you can admire the medieval sights of the city, including the beautiful views of the Odra River from Bulwar Piastowski and see the beautiful Market Sienny Square. For those who want to see more, there is a 3-hour option which includes an additional special route in the underground shelter. This route highlights the use of the shelter during the Cold War and life during Communist times.

Meet your knowledgeable local guide and explore the top attraction of Szczecin, the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle. The castle has five wings and two courtyards. Acting as a cultural institution it organizes an array of cultural events: concerts, theatre performances, exhibitions, conferences and meetings. The site serves also to educate visitors about the history of West Pomerania. Walk through the courtyards of the castle, which are preserved from medieval times. After visiting the castle, follow your guide to one of the most beautiful sites in Szczecin, Wały Chrobrego Promenade. On the way, you will pass also the Tower of Seven Coats. This is one of the few remaining parts of the cities medieval fortifications. To see more of the city, choose a 3-hour option where you will continue from Wały Chrobrego Promenade and follow your guide to the Karłowicz Philharmonic Szczecin. Created in vanguard style with geometric parts and fascinating architecture inside. At the end of this trip you will also see the emblematic sundial in front of the Royal Gate as the heart of Old Town Szczecin.

Explore Poland and visit beautiful Szczecin city. Your German-speaking driver and professional guide will pick you up at your accomodation and drive to West Pomerania, an area rich with history and culture. Hear legends, facts and stories about Duchy of Pomerania and visit the remains of the city fortifications. Follow the Medieval trail and see the top attractions of Szczecin such as the park: Plac Andersa, where you can spot the sitting figure of famous Polish anthropologist Jan Czekanowski on a bench. Look around and see who else you find. On the way you will find some Roman Catholic churches where you can admire their stunning towers and check out their lavish interiors. You will pass Water Gate, a fantastic fountain which gives a colorful experience after sunset and the 14th-century Cathedral Basilica of St James the Apostle. As you walk down towards the Odra River, you will see the quaint Sienny Market Square and Old Town Hall. Then on to the pride of Szczecin - the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle. Get familiar with history of Duchy of Pomerania and admire the richly decorated buildings. In your free time, why not sample some local Polish dishes like Pierogi.