Private tour in Warsaw Tomek K

Warsaw Jewish Heritage tour

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Hours icon 4 hours
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Tomek K.

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My name is Tomek and I have been a tour guide as well as cultural and Polish language coach for about ten years now. Born and bred in Warsaw, I have a deep passion for Polish culture, history and heritage, and I also know my home city inside out. Yes, definitely every district and almost every street. I specialize in "reality tours" showing mainly places off the beaten track and indulging travellers in real Warsaw ambience. I work with single travelers, couples, families, the elderly and the disabled. I can accommodate Warsaw visitors on any budget, and I am able to do day, evening or night tours on any day of the week. Leisure or business, rain or shine! You can be driven in my car or in a hired van, we can have a bicycle or scooter ride, take public transport or walk. I also possess international traveling experience having visited more than 50 countries on most continents, and I do know what travelers look for and what types of places they like sightseeing. School- visits, meeting locals, visiting local bars and markets, cooking tours and courses are just a few I can include on your tour list. Alternatively, please let me know of any special requests you have. Then I will be able to customize the trip according to your interests. Hope to see you in Poland! Tomek I have a university degree in English Literature obtained in 2003, QTS for England and Wales no. 1742174, First Aid Licence and I have also completed a course for Organisers and Leaders of School Trips. I am not able to guide you inside of some historical monuments.

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Overview of your Warsaw tour

Discover the Jewish heritage of Warsaw on a private 4-hour walking tour focused entirely on the places, stories and people that shaped Jewish life in the city. Explore the former Warsaw Ghetto area, visit the Nożyk Synagogue, see important memorial sites and walk through the historic Jewish Cemetery, one of the most moving places in Warsaw. Along the way, I will share the story of Jewish Warsaw before WWII, the destruction of the community during the Holocaust, and the revival of Jewish life in the city today. For travellers with family roots in Warsaw, the tour can be especially meaningful. I have previously helped guests locate the graves of their ancestors in the Jewish Cemetery, creating deeply personal and memorable moments.

Recent Reviews

Annamaria M.United States
September 2023

Tomek was punctual, very accommodating, patient and went beyond his duty to help me find information on how to get to places near Warsaw. I enjoyed his tour very much.

Marian L.United States
October 2021

The highlight of our day was going to the Jewish cemetery where my husband's ancestors had been buried. It was nearly impossible to find the 2 headstones in which we were most interested but Tomek was even more determined than were we & suddenly he spotted one that had a distinctive design. The emotional impact was incredible & he was so pleased to have satisfied our great desire to locate an ancestor's grave. He was genuinely devoted to making certain we had a positive experience.

Raj C.Singapore
July 2019

Tomek is an OUTSTANDING guide. He was very kind and thoughtful towards my family and myself. I had two kids with myself, ages 13 and 10. He knew how to engage them. My particular area of interest was Poland's Jewish heritage and WW2. He satisfied my thirst for knowledge way above satisfaction. If you want an intellectually powerful experience, please hire Tomek.

Your Warsaw tour itinerary

Explore the most important sites of Jewish Warsaw on a private 4-hour tour combining history, heritage and personal stories. We will begin in the heart of the former Jewish district, visiting Grzybowski Square, Próżna Street, the Nożyk Synagogue and surviving traces of the Warsaw Ghetto. You will also see places connected with Jewish life in Warsaw today. We will then continue to the area around the POLIN Museum, where we will see the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes and the Umschlagplatz Memorial, one of the most poignant sites connected with the Holocaust. The tour concludes at the historic Jewish Cemetery, where generations of Warsaw’s Jewish community are buried and where many remarkable stories can still be discovered. The route can be customized to your interests or family history.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

a car or public transport

What's included
Other: public transportation tickets
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. admission tickets
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Warsaw, Poland

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Other details
Tour categories
Jewish Heritage
Religious Sites
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
587623
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Warsaw best suited for?

This private tour in Warsaw is perfect for those interested in Jewish history and heritage. It's especially meaningful for travellers with family roots in Warsaw, as Tomek K. can help locate ancestral graves in the Jewish Cemetery. The tour is also suitable for families and those with mobility needs.

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Hours icon 4 hours
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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