Discover Gdańsk from the water on board a replica of a Polish river ship used for over 400 years. Used mainly in the 18th century, this intimate, wooden, and spacious 12-seater boat will take you to places large ships are unable to go and thanks to the low number of passengers, you'll feel at ease and special. Start the cruise from the former Gdańsk Shipyard that once was a workplace for nearly 18,000 people and unavailable to visitors for over 170 years. Gdansk Shipyard was established after 1945 in place of the former German shipyards. It was here that the "Solidarity" movement began in 1980, leading to the fall of communism in Poland. Next, cruise on Motława River in the center of the Old Town. You’ll see many tourist attractions, including the ruins of the Teutonic castle, water gates leading to the city, the famous wooden crane from the 15th century, charming old tenement houses, and their new setting. Follow a route that will also show you monuments and new buildings of Ołowianka and the Granary Island. This trip is also a unique and only opportunity to see up close specialist vessels, Gdansk port cranes that are the symbol of the city, and the internal quay of the Port of Gdansk.

Gdansk is Poland's principal seaport, industrial center and a symbolic place where the collapse of the communist Eastern Bloc began with the Solidarity movement. Discover the fascinating history facts and legends about this historic industrial seatown. Fall in love with the beautiful Gdansk Old Town. During the 2-hour tour you will learn basic information about the city, with tips on the best local restaurants, pubs, and souvenir shops. The tour will start in the main entrance to the medieval city wall, Upland Gate (Brama Wyzynna), continuing past the Golden Gate and along the historic Dluga street to the Long Market. In the beating heart of the Old Town, you will see medieval architectural monuments such as the Gdansk Town Hall, the Golden House and the 17th century Neptune’s Fountain. You will also visit a former meeting place of the city’s merchants, Artus Court (Dwor Artusa), which now serves as a branch of the Gdansk History Museum with collections of local history and arts. Follow your Private Guide to the Green Gate to enjoy the scenic view of Motlawa River. The next point of interest will be the soaring St Mary’s Basilica. Step inside one the largest brick churches in the world to see the grand hall church featuring an ornate altar, organ set, and a royal chapel. The walking tour will end at the 17th century Great Armoury, which is one of the city’s finest examples of Renaissance architecture. Choose the 3-hour option to learn even more about Gdansk and visit other parts of the charming Old Town.The extended route includes the islands on the Motlawa River. Take a walk through the redeveloped island of Wyspa Spichrzow to see old brick structures and warehouse ruins, and learn about the historical background of trade in the city. In Olowianka Old Town you will also see the beautiful red brick Baltic Symphony Hall. Pick the 4-hour option to enrich your Gdansk experience with a visit to St. Bridget's Church. This hidden Old Town gem is best known as a sanctuary for the leaders of Solidarnosc under martial law. On one of the huge church doors, you can see various Solidarity scenes from August 1980 until the imposition of Martial Law in December 1981. Apart from the fascinating historical background, the church also boasts a display of religious artefacts and a remarkable amber altar, made out of the most recognizable raw material of this region. The 6-hour option will give you a complete experience of Gdansk, with a route extending from Old Town to the Main Town. See the Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970, commemorating those workers who died in the anti-communist riots, and visit the European Solidarity Centre. In this modern museum you will learn about the Solidarity riots and prominent trade union movement that initiated the end of the communist government in Poland. This is a must-do for the history geeks!

Explore the compact Old Town of Gdansk to see a unique blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Mannerist architecture lining some of the most beautiful streets and squares in Europe. Perfect for those with limited time to explore, a professional guide will introduce you to an interesting assortment of monuments, telling fascinating stories along the way. Start at the Golden Gate, once part of the old city’s fortifications. Continue to the Torture Chamber, where executions were carried out until the middle of the 19th century. Next, go to the 16th-century Upland Gate, the main entry point of the Old Town, where the king of Poland would arrive in the city from Warsaw. Continue along the Royal Way to Long Market and the Town Hall. The focal point of Long Market is the Neptune Fountain of the sea god. Walk down to the banks of the Motława River before visiting The Crane, revealing the city’s golden age of trade. Pass St. Mary's Church, thought to be the largest brick church in the world, to end at the imposing Great Armoury, one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in the city.

Discover the most beautiful seaside resorts in Poland in one day. Join a 5-Star Private Guide on a full-day car trip of the Tri-City and see the highlights of Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia. We can pick you up from any location in the Tri-City. Follow the Amber Trail and hear the legends of Pomerania! Book this 7-hour car tour to visit Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia. Our convenient pickup and drop-off service is available from any accommodation address or port in the Tri-City, so you can easily join this tour even if you're in the area only for a few hours. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly, including an optional lunch break at a seaside restaurant. With private transfers, you can easily tailor the experience to your needs and interests. This Tri-City trip will be steeped in the history of Poland, especially maritime history, World War II and communism. In Gdańsk Old Town, you will visit the magnificent St. Mary’s Church and explore the beautiful Long Market with its colorful tenement houses, elegant restaurants and traditional pubs. Admire the Neptune Fountain, Old Town Hall and Arthur’s Court, and stroll along the Motlawa River embankment to see the historic Crane. You will also visit the Oliwa Archcathedral to enjoy a 20-minute organ concert and stroll around the tranquil Oliwa Park. In Sopot, you will be able to admire the funny Krzywy Domek, the historic Lighthouse and the elegant Kuracyjny Square with a view of one of the most popular beaches and piers in Poland. Last but not least, you will head to the popular Kościuszki Square and port in Gdynia to explore the murals of notable past residents, maritime monuments, and historic ships such as “Dar Pomorza” and “Błyskawica”. Discover the highlights of the Polish Baltic coast!

Formally called the Tricity region by the Tricity Charter of 2007, the 3 Baltic Sea cities of Gdansk, Gdynia, and Sopot had informally been referred to as the tricity for much longer. Among the most handsome cities of Gdansk Bay, they provide a glorious backdrop for this 8-hour sightseeing excursion to some of their most notable attractions. During the first part of this trip, visit the Old Town of Gdansk. The charm of Old Town Gdansk attracts millions of tourists each year. Start by taking a walk down Długa Street, which is one of the most beautiful European markets that is nestled around a dazzling selection of renaissance buildings. It leaves from the Golden Gate and passes by the Town Hall, Neptune fountain, Arthur's Court and finishes by the Green Gate overlooking the Motława River. On a way see The Museum of Arthur's Court and the Amber Chamber with amber polishing demonstration and a short lecture on amber. Stop by the Old Crane, which happens to be one of the most popular symbols of the city and to the church of St Mary, Europe's biggest gothic brick church. Visit beautiful suburb of Oliwa. Go to the 16th-century Gdansk Oliwa Cathedral, the longest Cistercian church in the world, famous for its organs and unforgetable organ concert. Consecrated in 1594, the 3-nave basilica its an artful mix of the Baroque, Rococo, and Renaissance. Listen to a beautiful organ recital inside the church before driving to Gdynia Harbor. Swap religious devotions for maritime marvels at the good ship Dar Pomorza, a striking tall-ship sailing frigate that dates back to 1909. Now preserved as a museum ship, it served as a sail training ship before winning the Cutty Sark Trophy in 1980. Climb on board and explore the Twin Deck, where students lived during training cruises. See pictures and maps that depict Dar Pomorza’s history, and objects from her sailing past. Continue to the spa and seaside resort of Sopot, where you will walk along the promenade and the longest wooden pier in Europe. Constructed in 1827, it stretches for more than 1,600 feet (500 meters) into the Bay of Gdansk and will reward you will lovely views back at Sopot’s terracotta-tiled buildings. Enjoy the most important places in Tricity and area and learn from your guide what else you can discover on your own after this tour.

Perfect for those short on time but with a desire to see as much as possible of Poland’s Tri-City area. This full-day private sightseeing tour covers Gdansk, Sopot and Gdynia, where the decorative architecture has been shaped by a rich history. Discover the center of Gdansk, restored after World War II. Walk along Long Street with its beautiful houses, bars and cafés, a fountain of Neptune, "amber" Mary's Street, the Crane and the Island of Granaries. Then go to Gdansk Oliwa to relax in the most beautiful park in the Tri-City. And don't miss the famous organ concert at Oliwa Cathedral! Continue on to Sopot and wander down the Monciak Street, perhaps the most famous promenade in Poland, lined with art nouveau cafés and shops. Soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere and discover the beachfront attractions of the boardwalk, including the longest wooden pier in Europe and the beautiful waterfront Spa Park. The final destination in your Tri-City tour is Gdynia, where the battleship “Lightning” and frigate “Gift of Pomerania” are reminders of the rich history of the Polish Navy and the country’s shipbuilding traditions.  Rout: Gdańsk: Upland Gate, Torture Chamber, Golden Gate,  Dluga Street, The Long Market, The Main Town Hall, Neptune fountain, Motława River bank, The Crane, St. Mary's Church, Great Armoury, The Solidarity Square and The Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers Oliwa: Oliwa Cathedral (+ organ concert), Oliwa Park,  Sopot: Bohaterów Monte Cassino Street, Therapeutic Park, The Pier Gdynia: The Kościuszko Square, ORP Błyskawica (Battleship), frigate “Dar Pomorza” (muzum ship)

This tour is designed to give you an insider's view of the area's tumultuous past, while at the same time, showing you its current beauty. Westerplatte was for centuries a military base for many different armies, most people associate it with a date: the 1st of September 1939. Even though other Polish cities were attacked a few minutes earlier than Westerplatte, this place is the symbol for the beginning of the Second World War. Here 200 Polish soldiers heroically fought the Nazis which outnumbered them by 8 times. Nowadays in Westerplatte you can see the remaining Guardhouse No.1 and the remains of a barracks. The whole area is quite small so you will walk though it. You will see a small military cemetery and a huge Monument to the defenders of the Polish Coast. A large monument pays tribute to those Polish defenders and marks the spot where the entire world was plunged into war just 60 years ago. The Westerplatte tour is offered in 2 options: Standard option: First you will be picked up from your hotel in Gdansk, Gdynia, Sopot. Of course your private guide will be with you during whole trip so you will get information about the history of Gdansk and Westerplatte already in the car. Alternative option (cruise): You are going to meet your private guide near the Golden Gate in Gdansk. So you will have the opportunity to take a walk through the Royal Way and hear how this route was only accessible to the powerful monarchs in earlier days. Then you will take a 45-minute long cruise to the Westerplatte by the “Black Pearl” or “Galleon Lion” and after a 2-hour sightseeing ride you will return in the same way. During the boat trip you will have the opportunity to see the Main Town from river Motława side, Dead Vistula River, the shipyards and the harbor.

Learn about the Holocaust, World War II and Polish history on a private tour to the Stutthof Concentration Camp Museum and the Old Town in Gdansk. Take advantage of a Licensed Guide and private car transfers. Spend a day surrounded by history. We will begin this 7-hour tour with pick-up at your accommodation in Gdansk, Sopot or Gdynia by private car. Our first stop will be at the former site of the Stutthof Concentration Camp, which was the first of this kind established by the Nazis in Poland during World War II. You will spend at least 2 hours exploring the Stutthof Museum and learning about the 110,000 prisoners from 28 countries who were tortured, forced to work, or died here in the gas chambers. You will also see a short documentary on the history of Stutthof and the Holocaust. Next, we’ll stop at a nearby beach to take in the sights and sounds of the Baltic Sea. Last but not least, we will stroll through the Old Town of Gdansk and discover local history and legends. We will explore the famous Long Market and admire the historic Artus’ Court, St. Mary’s Church, Old Crane, Golden Gate, Motlawa Embankment, and more. After a fun and informative walking tour, we will take you back to your accommodation.

See Gdańsk from a slightly different perspective – from a kayak. There are several routes to follow, all at various levels of difficulty, suited to your skills. One popular route is following the Motława around Granary Island. See three faces of Gdańsk: historical power, port of everyday life and is beautiful nature. The historical part is full of mystery and beautiful architecture of past centuries along the Old and New Motlawa. On the industrial and historical side, you will pass through the Dead Vistula river with a view of the shipyards and port. The natural beauty surrounding the Motlawa provides respite from the city center, disturbed only by the wind and the voices of birds among the historical fortifications of Gdansk. Face the cold and get a rush of adrenaline. You can even head out to the Hel Peninsula and take a cutter cruise out to the sea to search for a real sea wolf. There are a variety of kayaking tours to choose from.