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Warsaw: 2.5-Hour Dark Side - Praga District by a Retro Bus

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Warsaw: 2.5-Hour Dark Side - Praga District by a Retro Bus
4.62234 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.62234 out of 5 stars
188 reviews
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Discover a lesser-known side of Warsaw and see the most interesting sites like a former vodka factory and a black market. Try a local hot chocolate and admire the Praga murals.

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David – United Kingdom

Fascinating to hear the story and see the development of Praga. Maks the guide was great: charismatic and very knowledgeable

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Helena – Switzerland

Pleasantly surprised. It was fun to ride around Warsaw in the retro bus and our guide Konrad was fantastic. He provided us with many interesting historical facts and funny stories. We were only 8 people in total on the English tour, so we weren't on the "Cucumber", but a smaller bus. It was great nonetheless.

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Highlights

  • Take a ride on a historical bus Jelcz "cucumber"
  • Listen to stories brought to you by a live guide on-board
  • Visit a famous chocolate lounge for a cup of hot chocolate
  • See the most impressive examples of Warsaw street art
  • Enjoy picturesque streets of Praga like Zabkowska, Brzeska and Stalowa

Full description

Have you seen the top attractions in Warsaw and want something more? Are you bored with the touristy places and feel like adding some new thrills to your stay in the city? Then take this unique bus tour to the “dark side” of Warsaw – the infamous Praga district. Find out why the district was considered the most dangerous part of Warsaw. See a marketplace where you could buy almost everything from jeans and diplomas to Kalashnikov rifles and check yourself if it’s still open. Every Saturday morning (at 11:00 AM) in front of the Palace of Culture and Science, there will be a retro Jelcz “cucumber” bus to take you to the Praga district for a 2.5-hour tour. On-board, there will be a guide to help you through the district and to make sure you come back in one piece.

On the road, your guide will provide commentary and introduce you to the history of Warsaw and the Praga district - a district of an amusing yet sometimes scary past. After crossing the Vistula River, you will get off at the first stop – a chocolate factory. Here, get to know the story of the company producing sweets in Warsaw since the mid-19th century and taste a cup of their delicious hot chocolate. The next stop will be Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus which is one of the most impressive religious buildings in Warsaw. It’s architecture was inspired by the Roman basilica of St. Paul.

See a former vodka factory, Koneser, and find out what delicacies where made there and what is in this complex now. Tour will also cover the area called the Praga “Bermuda Triangle.” Get to know the origin of the name, and see some examples of the authentic pre-war architecture with scenic courtyards and colorful shrines inside. The neighborhood still has the atmosphere of old Warsaw and is loved by film directors, like Roman Polański, who filmed “The Pianist” here and many more that will be mentioned by your tour guide. From here, you will head back to the Palace of Culture and Science to finish the tour.

Includes

  • Professional guide
  • Live commentary on-board
  • 2.5-hour bus tour
  • Transport by a 1980s coach
  • Cup of hot chocolate
  • Gratuities (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Palace of Culture and Science, Tourist Information point. Google location: 52.23081290854057, 21.005298793209906

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  • A small amount of walking is involved
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Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 188 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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David – United KingdomJune 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Fascinating to hear the story and see the development of Praga. Maks the guide was great: charismatic and very knowledgeable
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Helena – SwitzerlandMarch 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Pleasantly surprised. It was fun to ride around Warsaw in the retro bus and our guide Konrad was fantastic. He provided us with many interesting historical facts and funny stories. We were only 8 people in total on the English tour, so we weren't on the "Cucumber", but a smaller bus. It was great nonetheless.
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Jayne – United KingdomFebruary 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Great tour guide . Driver was a bit grumpy and rushing , though didn’t help with other people not good at timekeeping

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