Gdańsk: Old Town Walking Tour with a Monk Guide Gdańsk: Old Town Walking Tour with a Monk Guide in Polish
ID: GYG1054400-O-1637016
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Explore Gdańsk’s Old Town with a monk guide. Discover the city’s history through engaging storytelling, visiting iconic sites like Długa and Piwna Streets and the Port of Gdańsk.
Meet your guide, Brother Tomasz - a robed, slightly eccentric medieval monk at the Golden Gate. Begin your journey through Gdańsk with a step into the past, but with plenty of humor and curiosity along the way.
Just beyond the gate, explore the city's old fortifications: the Highland Gate, the former city Prison, and the Torture Chamber. Hear stories of justice, punishment, and the less-than-comfortable lives of Gdańsk’s medieval wrongdoers. Admire the impressive façade of the Great Armoury.
Continue to the towering St. Mary’s Church, the world’s largest brick church, and uncover curious legends hidden within its mighty Gothic walls. Then head toward Neptune’s Fountain - the pride of Długi Targ, where Brother Tomasz shares tales of gods, fountains, and salty superstition.
Follow the scent of the sea down to the Motława River and stroll along the port, once alive with cargo, sailors, and stories from every corner of the world. Dive into the charm of Mariacka Street, lined with decorative porches, amber workshops, and mysterious gargoyles.
Finally, stand before the mighty medieval Crane (Żuraw), one of Gdańsk’s most iconic landmarks, and hear how this wooden colossus shaped the city's trading legacy.
With wit, knowledge, and a touch of mischief, Brother Tomasz brings the stones of Gdańsk to life and makes sure no story stays untold.
Highlights
- Laugh and learn as you explore Gdańsk with a monk guide
- Discover the city's history through engaging storytelling
- Visit iconic sites like Długa and Piwna Streets and the Port of Gdańsk
- Hear tales of merchants and port life
- Enjoy a tour designed for English-speaking visitors
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is entirely outdoors
The tour lasts around 1:45 hours and covers about 3 km
Designed for English-speaking visitors, especially from the US, Canada, and Western Europe
Best suited for small groups of up to 15 people
You can take a photo with the monk at the end
We will meet at the Golden Gate – a historic entrance to the city of Gdańsk from the direction of Long Street.
Look for a person dressed in a brown medieval monk’s robe — that's your guide! He’ll be easy to spot and will likely be greeting people in character.
INCLUDED
- Guided walking tour through Gdańsk’s Old and Main Town
- Live tour guide in character as a medieval monk (Brother Tomasz)
- Humorous and theatrical storytelling full of historical insights
- Stories from Gdańsk’s medieval golden age to maritime legends
- Interactive narration with surprising facts and local gossip
- Stops at major landmarks (mainly from the outside):
- Golden Gate
- Highland Gate (Brama Wyżynna)
- Prison Tower & Torture Chamber
- Great Armoury
- St. Mary’s Church (optionally)
- Neptune’s Fountain
- Motława River promenade
- Mariacka Street
- The Crane (Żuraw)
- Small group experience (maximum 15 participants)
- Time for questions and photos at the end
- Tour conducted rain or shine
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
