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Life Behind the Iron Curtain Warsaw Walking Tour
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Warsaw
About
Of all the things you think you know about communism, there’s one thing you can never wrap your mind around: its absurdity.
On the outside it was a Cold War and the hammer and sickle, but to the average citizen it was just one ridiculous thing after another that made life difficult.
Learn how the Poles managed to survive nearly 40 years of communist oppression with ingenuity, smarts, and a tractor full of humor.
Join this walking tour to hear about: the most controversial building in the entire city (and for more than one reason!), the smallest icon of communism that’s so cute you’ll want one of your own, how people were able to buy things at completely empty stores, why “what can I get y...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Full info pack about Warsaw prior to your tour (FAQ, useful links, and more!)
Visual aids
Recommendations about more places to visit, where to eat, drink, etc.
Entry fee to the viewing terrace in the Palace of Culture and Science (28 PLN)
Meeting Points
Departure
Constitution Square
We meet on the Constitution Square, in front of MDM Hotel . Look for a guide with a green and white umbrella
Return
Emilii Plater 54
The tour will end near the Palace of Culture and Science
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
Let's meet at Constitution Square, where we'll start by exploring the square that was supposed to be the new city center of the Polish People's Republic.
20 minutes
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Marszałkowska
From the Square, we'll go along the wide Marszałkowska Street, which was used for parades and marches. On the way, we'll see one of the most iconic places of the Polish People's Republic.
20 minutes
3
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
The building of the Ministry of Agriculture is a perfect example of socialist realism. We'll find out what characterizes this style and why the buildings were built this way.
15 minutes
4
Mysia 3
On Mysia Street we'll see the Free Speech Memorial and talk about censorship and espionage.
20 minutes
5
Centrum Bankowo Finansowe
The building that today houses the Banking and Finance Center was the place from which the entire country was managed during the Polish People's Republic. This was where the Communist Party HQ was located.
15 minutes
6
Central Department Store Cedet
One of the most challenging aspects of life during the times of the Polish People's Republic was buying everyday things. Let's find out why in front of the former Central Department Store.
15 minutes
7
Dworzec Centralny w Warszawie
Let's take a look at the Central Railway Station and Downtown Railway Station and talk about local, regional, and international travel during the times of the Polish People's Republic.
15 minutes
8
Palace of Culture and Science
We'll finish in front on the Palace of Culture and Science where we'll tell you everything you need to know about this symbolic, yet very controversial, building.
Of all the things you think you know about communism, there’s one thing you can never wrap your mind around: its absurdity.
On the outside it was a Cold War and the hammer and sickle, but to the average citizen it was just one ridiculous thing after another that made life difficult.
Learn how the Poles managed to survive nearly 40 years of communist oppression with ingenuity, smarts, and a tractor full of humor.
Join this walking tour to hear about: the most controversial building in the entire city (and for more than one reason!), the smallest icon of communism that’s so cute you’ll want one of your own, how people were able to buy things at completely empty stores, why “what can I get y...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Full info pack about Warsaw prior to your tour (FAQ, useful links, and more!)
Visual aids
Recommendations about more places to visit, where to eat, drink, etc.
Entry fee to the viewing terrace in the Palace of Culture and Science (28 PLN)
Meeting Points
Departure
Constitution Square
We meet on the Constitution Square, in front of MDM Hotel . Look for a guide with a green and white umbrella
Return
Emilii Plater 54
The tour will end near the Palace of Culture and Science
