Szczecin Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour, Szczecin

About this activity

How did Szczecin become a city of many identities? See St Wojciech, St James Basilica, Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle and postwar landmarks with a Private Guide. Flexible options included.

HIGHLIGHTS:

-Discover Szczecin’s Old Town with a 5-Star Private Licensed Guide

Admire St Wojciech, Victory Square and Sacred Heart Church from outside
Admire the exteriors of St James Basilica and Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle
Learn how borders, dukes and postwar struggles shaped Szczecin
Visit St James Basilica inside (in the 3-hour option only)

Experience Szczecin’s historic center on a Private Tour with a Licensed Guide. Follow a Best Of route from green squares to Gothic landmarks, see Pomeranian heritage through local stories, and admire key churches and ducal sites along the way.

This tour is perfect for travelers who want to see Szczecin’s highlights through stories, context and local insight rather than sightseeing alone. Book your Rosotravel adventure today!

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At a glance

Duration: 2–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Polish
Operated by: Rosotravel Szczecin - Stettin Sehenswürdigkeiten

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 5-Stars Guide with Official Szczecin License speaking fluently in the chosen language
Included: Expert commentary on Szczecin’s churches, Old Town landmarks and Pomeranian heritage
Included: Pickup from accommodation is Szczecin Old Town
Included: Tickets to the Cathedral Basilica of St. James Apostle (in the 3-hour option only)
Included: Private Walking Tour of Szczecin Old Town Highlights (attractions depends on the selected option)

Not included

Not included: Tickets to the Cathedral Basilica of St. James (in the 2-hour option)
Not included: Tickets to the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle or Courtyards
Not included: Pickup from accommodation located outside Szczecin Old Town

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

Meet your guide in front of the Roman Catholic Parish of St. John the Baptist, Bogurodzicy 3, 70-400 Szczecin
Stop 2

20 min

Tour will follow the medieval trail through the Old Town. You will start at the quiet park Plac Andersa, where your Private Guide will show you a couple of interesting monuments, such as Jan Czekanowski’s Bench, which is a popular photo spot for the locals and tourists.
Stop 3

10 min

Further on, at the Victory Square you will marvel at the Water Gate fountain, and the beautiful neo-Gothic architecture of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.
Church of Saint Wojciech

10 min

The Church of St Wojciech. Step inside St Wojciech to see elegant ornaments, a stunning altar and rosetta windows, and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the church and its patron.
The Harbour Gate

one hour

Follow your Private Guide through the lively Old Town streets to get tips on the best local restaurants, pubs and clubs. See one of the only significant remnants of the 18th century city fortifications, the Harbour Gate, and stroll to the tallest church in Pomerania, the soaring 14th century Cathedral Basilica of St James the Apostle. Around the market square, you will find some noble residences and ornate houses, such as the House of Loitz.
Stop 6

10 min

The tour will end at the adorable Hay Market Square, featuring the Old Town Hall and the fantastic, gingerbread-style colorful houses.
The Pomeranian Dukes' Castle

one hour

Stroll along the Piastowski Boulevard to admire the scenic views over the West Oder River and discover the city's crown jewel: the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle! Marvel at its elegant exterior featuring the medieval astronomical clock, and step inside the renaissance courtyards to hear fascinating stories about the powerful Dukes of Pomerania. Lastly, stroll along the popular Chrobry Embankment to see stunning monuments like the Chrobry Embankment Fountain and the National Museum in Szczecin.
Stop 8

one hour Admission included

Visit to the Archcathedral Basilica of St James the Apostle (Szczecin Cathedral) and admire the phenomenal panoramic views of the city from the basilica’s 110m tower. In addition, you will enjoy a walk around the Solidarity square, where you will see the Royal Gate, Sundial, and a Monument to the Victims of December 1970. You will also see the iconic, ice-like Karlowicz Philharmonic, which has received several architectural awards for its unique design of translucent ribbed-glass façade and intriguing geometric shapes.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Pionier (movie theater), al. Wojska Polskiego 2, 70-471 Szczecin

End point

The tour will end at the adorable Hay Market Square, featuring the Old Town Hall and the fantastic, gingerbread-style colorful houses.

Pickup points

Hotel Zamek Centrum
Hotel Focus Szczecin
Bulwary Apartments
Ibis Szczecin Centrum
Park Hotel
Hotel Podzamcze
Neptun Hotel
Campanile Szczecin Hotel
Grand Focus Hotel Szczecin
Black Pearl Resort in Centrum Szczecin
Courtyard by Marriott Szczecin City

and 6 more pickup points

Pickup from accommodation is Szczecin Old Town

Using your ticket

Customer Info on the voucher:

1. Please check your email the day before your tour for important information from Rosotravel, your tour operator.

2. Present this voucher to your guide or driver upon arrival. Please note that this voucher is not an entrance ticket.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
The number of attractions depends on the selected option.
Guided tours inside the churches during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside.
You will see only the exterior of the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle, as the museum and courtyard are temporarily closed.
Pickup service is available for accommodations / hotels located in the Old Town. Please provide your full address when booking. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.
If you do not provide your address or your accommodation is more than 1,5 km away from the designated meeting point, the guide will meet you in front of the Roman Catholic Parish of St. John the Baptist, Bogurodzicy 3, 70-400 Szczecin.
Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!

Options

2-hour: Old Town Tour

Duration: 2 hours: Visit Szczecin Old Town to admire Victory Square,

,: St Wojciech, St James Basilica, House of Loitzs and Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle from outside.

5-Stars Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - PLSZ009.

Pickup included
3hr: Old Town & Cathedral Town

Duration: 3 hours: Visit Szczecin Old Town with tickets to St James Basilica;

,: admire Victory Square, St Wojciech, House of Loitzs and Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle from outside.

5-Stars Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - PLSZ009.

Pickup included