Jewish Warsaw Tour | History, Daily Life, Ghetto, Resistance Tour in German
ID: GYG139920-O-1878336
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Uncover the Jewish Heritage in Warsaw: centuries of daily life and culture, the Warsaw Ghetto, the 1943 Uprising and resistance and the people whose stories still shape the city.
Embark on a poignant tour that traces the compelling history of Polish Jews in Warsaw, spanning from the 15th century until their tragic fate in 1943. We start in front of the All Saints Church on Plac Grzybowski, a place where you can still feel Warsaw's Jewish heritage. From there, we go to the (last) Nożyk Synagogue in the city and continue to visible traces of the former ghetto: the longest piece of ghetto wall in Walicow, Museum of the Warsaw Ghetto (Exterior), Haberbusch Brewery, up to Hala Mirowska.
Throughout the tour, you will discover the fascinating history of Jewish-Polish coexistence over the centuries. Learn why Poland was known as Polin, a land where Jews believed they would thrive. With nearly 80 percent of the Jewish world population residing in Poland at one point, uncover the reasons behind this significant presence on this enlightening and thought-provoking journey.
If you are looking for an honest, respectful, and very human encounter with the history of this city – then you are in the right place with us.
Highlights
- Visit the last active Synagogue in Warsaw
- Learn the history of the Jews in Poland
- Put Yourself in the position of the Jewish insurgents of 1943
- Touch the last parts of the Ghetto Wall (1940-1943) in Warsaw
- Discover places, which were visible on Polanskis "The Pianist"
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The meeting point is in front of the All Saints Church on Plac Grzybowski. The guide has a WHITE umbrella.
INCLUDED
- Licensed tour guide (German or English speaking)
- A lot of visual documents throughout the tour
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Coffee and cake
- Tickets for public transport
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.
