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A large, historic building with a prominent tower and columns. 1
A group of people standing on a sidewalk near a traffic light and a recycling bin. 2
A large, modern building with a courtyard and a fountain. 3
A city square with a bus stop, buildings, and pedestrians. 4
A woman in a white hat and white shirt standing on a sidewalk, talking to a man and a woman. 5

Life Behind the Iron Curtain Warsaw Walking Tour

By Warsaw UnDiscovered
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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 110 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

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 you?” was one of the biggest jokes at the time, how the state made sure Poles didn’t travel too far, socialist realism and why you’ll probably think it looks nice, but Poles won’t agree

Don't just visit Warsaw, discover it!

Tour duration: approx. 2,5h
Distance: approx. 3 km

Activity location

  • Plac Konstytucji
    • plac Konstytucji
    • 00-001, Warsaw, Poland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Constitution Square
    • plac Konstytucji
    • 00-647, Warszawa, Województwo mazowieckie, Poland

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Life Behind the Iron Curtain Warsaw Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Language: English

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
RM 109.95 x 1 AdultRM 109.95
Total
Price is RM 109.95
Until Wed, 5 Aug

Activity itinerary

Plac Konstytucji

  • 20m
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.

Marszałkowska

  • 20m
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.

Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development

  • 15m
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.

Mysia 3

  • 20m
On Mysia Street we'll see the Free Speech Memorial and talk about censorship and espionage.

Centrum Bankowo Finansowe

  • 15m
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.

Central Department Store Cedet

  • 15m
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.

Warsaw Central Railway Station

  • 15m
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.

Palace of Culture and Science

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
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.

Location

Activity location

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    Plac Konstytucji
    • plac Konstytucji
    • 00-001, Warsaw, Poland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Constitution Square
    • plac Konstytucji
    • 00-647, Warszawa, Województwo mazowieckie, Poland

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