Gdańsk Old Town Private Walking Tour with Legends and Facts

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. The tour will start in the main entrance to the medieval city wall, Upland Gate (Brama Wyzynna)

   10 min

2. Continuing past the Golden Gate and along the historic Dluga street to the Long Market. In the beating heart of the Old Town, you will see medieval architectural monuments such as the Gdansk Town Hall, the Golden House and the 17th century Neptune’s Fountain.

   1 h

3. You will also visit a former meeting place of the city’s merchants, Artus Court (Dwor Artusa), which now serves as a branch of the Gdansk History Museum with collections of local history and arts.

   20 min

4. Follow your Private Guide to the Green Gate to enjoy the scenic view of Motlawa River.

   10 min

5. The next point of interest will be the soaring St Mary’s Basilica. Step inside one the largest brick churches in the world to see the grand hall church featuring an ornate altar, organ set, and a royal chapel. The walking tour will end at the 17th century Great Armoury, which is one of the city’s finest examples of Renaissance architecture.

   20 min

6. learn even more about Gdansk and visit other parts of the charming Old Town.The extended route includes the islands on the Motlawa River. Take a walk through the redeveloped island of Wyspa Spichrzow to see old brick structures and warehouse ruins, and learn about the historical background of trade in the city. In Olowianka Old Town you will also see the beautiful red brick Baltic Symphony Hall.

   1 hAdmission included

7. Enrich your Gdansk experience with a visit to St. Bridget's Church. This hidden Old Town gem is best known as a sanctuary for the leaders of Solidarnosc under martial law. On one of the huge church doors, you can see various Solidarity scenes from August 1980 until the imposition of Martial Law in December 1981. Apart from the fascinating historical background, the church also boasts a display of religious artefacts and a remarkable amber altar, made out of the most recognizable raw material of this region.

   2 hAdmission included

8. You a complete experience of Gdansk, with a route extending from Old Town to the Main Town. See the Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970, commemorating those workers who died in the anti-communist riots, and visit the European Solidarity Centre. In this modern museum you will learn about the Solidarity riots and prominent trade union movement that initiated the end of the communist government in Poland. This is a must-do for the history geeks!

   30 min

9. Visit the European Solidarity Centre. In this modern museum you will learn about the Solidarity riots and prominent trade union movement that initiated the end of the communist government in Poland. This is a must-do for the history geeks!

   30 minAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 75 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Excellent tour in Gdansk with Patryk!

  We had a wonderful time touring Old Town Gdansk with Patryk. His knowledge about and passion for Poland was apparent. We so enjoyed his humor and his story telling. We went in not knowing much about the country's history or culture but we certainly didn't leave that way! Thanks for an amazing experience!

  Melanie_HSeptember 2026via Viator

• 5Gdansk 3-hour walking tour

  This guide was very knowledgeable and shared many stories and insights. The tour was very enjoyable.

  Melanie_GJuly 2026via Viator

• 5Interesting and relaxing

  Karina was extremely nice and knowledgeable. She was warm and easy to chat with during the tour. She gave useful information on what to buy and where to buy it.

  alikutzJuly 2026via Viator

• 5Wonderful Guide in a Fascinating City From Renaissance to Modern times

  Tomasz Kujawski was an excellent guide. He was polite and very knowledgeable. He really shared the essence of Gdansk with us during our 2.5 hours together. From the Renaissance period through the WWII era and on to the Solidarity Movement he made the history of Gdansk come alive for us.

  Janeth_WJuly 2026via Viator

• 5Great walking tour

  Patrick was very personable, knowledgeable and a great storyteller. We learned a lot and had fun while doing it

  tammylT7405TFJune 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Great tour in Gdansk!!!

  Wonderful tour in Gdansk with Margaret! Her history knowledge combined with personal experience of Gdansk made for an amazing and riveting tour. 3 hours flew by. Would give it 10 stars if possible!

  Julia_WMay 2026via Viator

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How it compares in Gdańsk

• Its from-price is 18% below the median of the 406 experiences we list in Gdańsk.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 18 of 406.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Gdańsk

Gdańsk is a Baltic port in northern Poland with a rebuilt Hanseatic old town, amber shops, a medieval crane and the shipyard where Solidarity began.

Gdańsk grew rich on the Baltic grain and timber trade, and its Main Town was rebuilt after the damage of the Second World War in the style of earlier centuries. The Long Market is the centre, with Neptune's Fountain and the Artus Court, and the gates at either end open onto the Motława River. St Mary's Church, one of the largest brick churches in the world, rises above the narrow houses.

Top-ranked sights in Gdańsk: St. Mary’s Church, Gdansk Old Town (Gdańsk Stare Miasto), Museum of the Second World War.

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