Poznan: Srodka District and Cathedral Island Private Walking Tour

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About this activity

Ostrow Tumski which is known as Cathedral Island is the gate to the beginning of Polish history. Look around early Medieval Times buildings, stunning churches, landscapes by the Warta River and discover fascinating history of gold times in Poznan.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description of the options carefully as each option includes a different program.

3-Hours Private Guided Tour

During 3-hours version you will see Srodka District, Ostrow Tumski, Cathedral Island with entrance to Poznan Cathedral.

4-Hours Private Guided Tour

During 4-hours version you will see Srodka District, Ostrow Tumski, Cathedral Island with entrance to Poznan Cathedral and sightseeing Old Town.

Poznan is a pearl among the best cities in Poland. Start the tour in front of Church of Saint John of Jerusalem. It is a centuries-old building with unique architectural features like a tower with an asymmetrical roof.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 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 - things to do in Poznan

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Adults (7–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Pick up from the hotel (only hotels in Poznan Old Town)
Included: Tour program adapted to the preferences of the group
Included: Sightseeing Cathedral Island and Śródka District with incredible legends
Included: Sightseeing Old Town (in extended version)
Included: Tickets to enter Poznan Cathedral
Included: Private walking tour in Poznan led by licensed guide

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup from hotels besides Poznan Old Town

Itinerary

Old Market Square

15 min

The Old market square is absolutely beautiful, Its has an array of amazing houses all in different colours and every day at Midday the famous Poznan goats make an appearance from the clock tower.

Lots and lots of people still gather daily to watch them. It is definitely worth waiting to see them.
Parish Church of St. Stanislaus - Fara Church

15 min

This stunning church is known for its magnificent Baroque ornamentation in the chapels of the Holy Cross, which feature a 16th-century crucifix and the Virgin Mary.
Fountain of Apollo

10 min

Nice fountain with a figure from Roman mythology shows water as the most important element.
Koziolki Poznanskie Ratusz

It is the outstanding building on the main square. At 12pm every day there is a popular event where 2 goats (the symbol of Poznan) come out of the tower and put on a show. Worth a look.
Ratusz Poznanski

The old town hall dominates the market square in old town in Poznan. Its a very beautiful building with the famous Goats on top of it which do small show everyday at noon.
National Museum in Poznan

Admire this stunning building. It is one of the oldest, biggest and most important museums in Poland. It has big portion of art from different part of world as collection of portraits of Roman Emperors.
Franciscan Church

The exterior looks unassuming, but inside it's full of stunning marbles and ceiling paintings. Very recommended place to visit for fans of churches
Zamek Cultural Center

20 min

It's former Imperial Castle with turbulent history. Now acts as Cultural Centre of Poznan which support many artists. The castle has beautiful gardens around itself
Muzeum Sztuk Uzytkowych - Zamek Przemysla

Lovely buidling at the corner of Market Square shows the view of Poznan at the top of it and inside is collection of Applied Arts
Tourist Information - Old Market Square

Old Market Square - one of the most beautiful in all Poland
Adam Mickiewicz University

University named after one of the greatest polish poet, well known in the world.
Liberty square

A very big and beautiful open space in Poznan, it's a very nice place to walk and has a cool water sculpture kids swim in.
Observation Deck at the Royal Castle

20 min Admission not included

Observation point with panorame of Poznan Old Town on top of the Royal Castle. It's possible to entry for request.
Monument of Stary Marych

5 min

An interesting and pleasant statue/sculpture of man with bike. Nice place to take a picture.
Prozerpiny Fountain

10 min

This is one of the famous fountain on the old market place made by Augustine Schöps. It depicts the abduction of Proserpine by Pluto, the Greek mythology ruler of the underworld.
Church of Francis Seraficki

15 min Admission not included

This Baroque church perhaps stands in contrast to the modest lifestyle of Francis - a humble man who shared whatever he had with the poor. Possible to see for request.
Raczynski Library

It is in a historic building with a classical style colonnade, centrally located at plac Wolnosci next to the old market.
Studzienka Bamberki

This is small statue of a traditionally-dressed Bamber peasant girl carrying jugs used in wine-making stands beside the historical Municipal Scales building.
Former Jesuit College

This is another well restored old building in the centre of Poznan which is worth a stop as you explore the area.
Domki Budnicze

This tenement houses are located south of the Town Hall. They were erected in the mid-sixteenth century on the site of former herring huts in the early Renaissance style.
Market at Plac Wielkopolski

Plac Wielkopolski is a very nice grocery market with some square to sit and relax
Monument of Adam Mickiewicz

It's a beautiful statue of Adam Mickiewicz, which is a famous polish poet
Medieval City Walls

15 min

A portion of the old city wall and towers. They used to go around the whole city and still some left, now they symbolize the power of old times.
Pillory

It is an octagonal, late-gothic column, on the head of which is the figure of a hangman in a knight's costume with a raised sword.
June 1956 Events Monument

10 min

A moving memorial to the Poles who endeavoured to fight for the freedom of the people of Poland, a must see.
Ostrow Tumski

one hour

Great place sorrounded by Medieval churches and Cathedrals, very peaceful and spiritul place.
Poznan Cathedral Of St Peter And Paul

30 min Admission included

The beautiful ancient carved wood and statues will take your breath away.
Brama Poznania

Passing by

It’s a heritage center. It’s very interactive and gives a nice lesson of history of Poland and the Poznań Cathedral Island.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Church of Saint John of Jerusalem, Świętojańska 1, 61-113 Poznań

End point

End point can be located differently depends on chosen option and route.

Using your ticket

Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information
Please note that the pickup from your hotel is only possible from the Poznan Old Town or Srodka. Guests from outside these areas are encouraged to arrange transportation when making a reservation.
If you provided the address of your accommodation during the reservation it means for us that you want to meet your guide at your accommodation located in the Poznan Old Town or Srodka

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

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information
Please note that the pickup from your hotel is only possible from the Poznan Old Town. Guests from outside the Poznan Old Town are encouraged to arrange transportation when making a reservation.
If you provided the address of your accommodation during the reservation it means for us that you want to meet your guide at your accommodation located in the Poznan Old Town

Options

3-Hours Private Guided Tour

Duration: 3 hours: During 3-hours version you will see Srodka District, Ostrow Tumski, Cathedral Island with entrance to Poznan Cathedral.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. PLPO008
4-Hours Private Guided Tour

Duration: 4 hours: During 4-hours version you will see Srodka District, Ostrow Tumski, Cathedral Island with entrance to Poznan Cathedral

,: and sightseeing Old Town.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. PLPO008