• Palace of Culture and Science - Begin the day with a delightful breakfast to fuel up for the adventures ahead! Explore the Palace of Culture and Science, discovering its history, what previously occupied the site, and some amusing nicknames given by locals. Then, ascend to the viewing terrace for a stunning panoramic view of the city.
• Rotunda PKO w Warszawie - Stroll along Wiecha Passage, adjacent to the “Eastern Wall,” a grand architectural and urban complex from the 1960s.
• Świętokrzyska - Appreciate the Ministry of Finance building, where modernism meets socialist realism, with palace-style features inspired by the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
• Nowy Swiat - Wander through the quaint backstreets behind Nowy Świat. While the main street was reconstructed in 19th-century style, the inner buildings showcase a socialist realist aesthetic. Walk through the Nowy Świat Zachód housing estate and hear the intriguing tale of Kubuś Puchatek Street – and why it remains uninhabited. As you pass Chmielna Street, pause to savor some of Warsaw’s finest doughnuts (pączki).
• Palm Tree - At De Gaulle Roundabout, known locally as “Palm Roundabout,” view one of the few remaining socialist realist mosaics and the historic Bureau for the Reconstruction of the Capital. Learn about Warsaw’s post-war rebuilding, the notorious Bierut Decree, and its ongoing impact on the city and its residents. Across the street, see the former Party House – the Central Committee of the Polish United Workers’ Party (KC PZPR) headquarters – once dubbed the “White House” by locals.
• Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development - En route to the Ministry of Agriculture, pass the former SMYK Department Store building – now rebuilt, but once a luxurious store in Warsaw. It was the last major modernist architectural project before socialist realism took over. Proceed to the Ministry of Agriculture, renowned for its impressive colonnade.
• Plac Konstytucji - On the way to Constitution Square, walk along Marszałkowska Street, lined with striking communist-era buildings. Stop for a traditional lunch at a bar mleczny – a classic Polish milk bar – to enjoy a typical Polish set meal (vegetarian options available). Afterward, explore Constitution Square and the surrounding MDM district, a true showcase of socialist propaganda. Described by one critic as “a stone wedding cake covered with balconies built of boulders.”
• Museum of Life under Communism - Visit the Museum of Life Under Communism for a nostalgic and interactive journey into everyday life in the Polish People’s Republic. Step into a typical 1980s apartment, sit at a vintage desk in a government office, and see what daily shopping, media, and propaganda looked like. From iconic toys and fashion to ration cards and household appliances – it offers a fascinating glimpse into a not-so-distant past.
• Muranów - Conclude the day with a walk through the Muranów district, reached by tram. This area provides a powerful and eye-opening contrast to the MDM area. Built on the remnants of the former Jewish Ghetto, Muranów was recently added to the register of historic monuments. Learn about the post-war reconstruction of this unique neighborhood, the ambitious architectural plans that were never realized, and what everyday life has been like for its residents over the decades.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Snacks
• Bottled water
• Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
• Entrance fees

Guided by a local Varsovian and historian, this comprehensive walking tour delves into Warsaw’s Communist era. Participants will visit notable landmarks such as the Palace of Culture and Constitution Square, discover lesser-known treasures, and hear fascinating tales about the architecture, politics, and everyday life of that period. The tour also includes a delightful breakfast, a traditional lunch at a milk bar, and indulgent local sweets. It’s an ideal blend of history, culture, and cuisine, shared with enthusiasm and knowledge.

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