Private Poznan: Bites & Sights
Poznan, Poland
From USD 116.57
Office phone number: +48 696 792 394
Private Poznan: Bites & Sights
Poznan, Poland
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Unlock the secrets of Poznań on a private tour that will take you on a historic and culinary journey through bustling medieval squares to discover the best that the city has to offer. Get clued up about the history of the city as we show you its iconic sites and exquisite architecture, find out what it’s like to live here from a local’s perspective, then join us for an authentic Polish lunch to further enrich your understanding of local life, drink in-hand. We don’t just want to show you our beautiful city, we want to help you understand it too!
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Highlights
- Discover the magical Old Town and the Imperial District of Poznań with a local by your side on your very own private tour
- Taste a Saint Martin Croissant, a local speciality, in our favourite café in a special location
- Enjoy an authentic lunch in one of the best spots for Polish cuisine in the city
- Hear stories about Polish history and society and explore the regional differences between Poznań and the rest of Poland
- Visit Stary Browar and admire this stunning example of post-industrial modern architecture
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Schedule details
- Duration: 4 hours
- Meeting point:
Pranger (Pręgierz) black statue on the north-eastern part of the Old Market Square, next to the stairs of the Town Hall.
Exact GPS Coordinates of the meeting point: 52°24′30″N 16°56′04″E
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- Starting time: Various
- Ending point:
Modra Kuchnia Restaurant, Mickiewicza street.
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, tea/coffee and a Saint Martin Croissant, a regional lunch consisting of two dishes, with one drink of your choice.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Your private introduction to Poznań begins in the chocolate-box Old Market Square, with its 16th-century town hall and colourful merchant townhouses.
We’ll talk a little about the origins of the city as we stroll over to take a closer look at the Bamberg Woman Statue, where we’ll explain more about the dialect spoken in the region, giving you a quick and handy language course to help you during your stay.
Next, we’ll discover the charming little streets that belong to the Old Town and visit the Parish Church to find out why its designers were forced to cheat people.
Our first foodie stop will be at a café situated in the most beautiful courtyard in the Old Town. We’ll take our time, drinking a tea or coffee and have a taste of the iconic Saint Martin Croissant.
The unmissable Billy Goats show is up next, where crowds come to gather at noon each day to see the animals butt heads as the Town Hall clock strikes 12.
After soaking up the delights of the Old Town, we’ll head down Półwiejska Street to marvel at another splendid site, Stary Browar. This building, which was once a huge brewery, became a ruin and is now reborn as a shopping mall, modern art gallery, hotel and offices complex.
Then we’ll take a short stroll over to the Imperial District and introduce you to Mickiewicz Square. Home to a striking Imperial Castle and the 1956 Memorial which commemorates the first anticommunist uprisings in Poland. We’ll also spot the University and the neoclassical Opera House.
After all that sightseeing, you’ll have worked up a healthy appetite, so next up, we’re going to take you for an authentic lunch in our favourite hipster district, at a restaurant that’s currently serving up some of the best modern Polish cuisine in the city.
As we eat, we’ll talk more about the city and why it’s so unique, getting to know each other over a drink and a delicious meal.
Your private tour ends here, 200 metres from the nearest tram stop and approximately 20 minutes' walk from the Old Market Square. Before you go, don’t forget to ask your guide for more tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay in Poznań.
If you’d prefer to travel as part of a regular group experience, please book our Poznan Bites & Sights group join-in tour.
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, tea/coffee and a Saint Martin Croissant, a regional lunch consisting of two dishes, with one drink of your choice.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Closure of sites: Occasionally, a service may be taking place at the Parish Church which might prevent us from exploring it as a group. In these instances, you'll be encouraged to enter the church alone before joining back up with your guide afterwards to get the low down on the church’s history.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@poznanurbanadventures.com
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Local contact
Office phone number: +48 696 792 394
Email address: info@poznanurbanadventures.com
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