Discover the Dark Side of Warsaw in Praga District by Retro Bus
Discover the Dark Side of Warsaw in Praga District by Retro Bus
Enjoy a 2.5-hour guided bus tour, by 1980's Jelcz "Cucumber" bus, around the "dark side" of Warsaw: the Praga district. The tour features live commentary on board from your guide and a walk around several sites, including Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a chocolate lounge, Brzeska and Stalowa street. Pass by the former vodka factory "Koneser" and a former black market "Różycki's Bazaar." See the most interesting sacred buildings, authentic pre-war architecture and plenty of murals.
Tour includes a complimentary hot chocolate.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Palace of Culture and Science
Our buses will be waiting for You in fornt of the Palace of Culture and Science, nowadays the symbol of Warsaw City, known as the gift from Joseph Stalin.
Palm Tree
Have You heard the story about the Date Palm Tree in Warsaw's city center ?
National Museum in Warsaw
Hear the story what was hidden in the basement of the National Museum during WWII.
PGE National Stadium
Football stadium built for UEFA Euro Championship 2012.
E.Wedel
You will be given a cup of hot chocolate and you will hear very interesting stories about this factory.
20 minutesEast Railway Station (Lubelska)
Is Warsaw East railway station considered as the most beautiful station in Warsaw? We will let You know about it during the tour.
Kijowska 11
Have You seen the longest building in Warsaw? That is the right time!
Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
You will see one of the most beautiful churches in Poland.
20 minutesWarsaw Vodka Factory "Koneser"
You will hear stories about former vodka factory and you will find out if vodka had any impact on the district.
20 minutesPraga Polnoc
You will discover why this district is called "the dark side of Warsaw".
1 hourBazar Rozyckiego
Discover where is the longest operating marketplace in Warsaw and check out yourself what is sold here now.
Mała
Picturesque street which became a movie set for the film "The Pianist" by Roman Polański.
New Praga
You will hear an interesting story about the founder of Nowa Praga district and also You will see the inner courtyard of the prewar residential house.
15 minutesMiejski Ogrod Zoologiczny w Warszawie
Have You watched the movie "The Zookeper's wife"? If so, You can't miss Warsaw's Zoo.
Vistula River
We will cross the Vistula River, the mother of the rivers in Poland.
The Royal Castle in Warsaw
Admire the breathtaking panorama of the Royal Castle.
Monument to the Heroes of Warsaw
Known as the Warsaw Nike, commemorates all those who died in Warsaw during WWII.
Marszałkowska
The main street in Warsaw, enlarged after the WWII.
Included
- Professional guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by 1980's coach
- A cup of hot chocolate
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.