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Torun Copernicus Trail and Old Town Private Walking Tour

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Duration

2 to 3 hours

Group Size

1 to 15 people

Ages

0 - 100 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

Step into cosmos world in authentic house of Nicolaus Copernicus - the famous astronomer and scientist. The history of his life will take you on journey of Universe, Planets and Stars, but also Medieval Times and regional traditions - the Gingerbreads! 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. 2-Hours Private Guided Tour During 2-hours version you will visit great Museum House of Nicolaus Copernicus in authentic Medieval tenements and see Monument of Copernicus. 3-Hours Private Guided Tour During 3-hours version you will visit great Museum House of Nicolaus Copernicus in authentic Medieval tenements and see Monument of Copernicus, Planetarium, Leaning Tower and remains of Teutonic Castle.

Additional information

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 ensure you are on time. Being late may prevent you from joining the tour.

Pickup

Meet your guide in front of House of Nicolaus Copernicus, Mikołaja Kopernika 15, 87-100 Toruń - Time zone: Europe/Warsaw

• Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information • Please ensure you are on time. Being late may prevent you from joining the tour.

What's included

Sightseeing highlights of Market Square

Tickets entrance to Museum House of Nicolaus Copernicus

Private walking tour of Copernicus Trail in Torun led by licensed guide

Commentary and facts about Nicolaus Copernicus and Torun city

Sightseeing remains of Teutonic Castle, Leaning Tower (in 3-hours version)

Other

Itinerary

Stop 1: 0.3 hours

Admire an authentic Old Town city which wasn’t destroyed during the wars. It has one of the most beautiful town squares in all of Europe. As a historic site Torun ranks as high as Cracow or Gdansk. It was even included in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List.

Stop 2: 0.2 hours

This is not just a statue. It is a monument to a citizen of Torun, who became its main symbol. And he deserved it!

Stop 3: 1 hours

Two Gothic tenement houses, one of which is supposedly the birthplace of the great astronomer, Nicholas Copernicus. Now inside the Museum House of Nicolas Copernicus is located.

Stop 4: 0.3 hours

This is a town hall typical for wealthy and important trade hubs like medieval Toruń. Inside, there a city museum with many interesting exhibits and hall tower with magnificent view at the whole city.

Stop 5: 0.2 hours

Torun has lots of inventive quirky little statues in it and this little monument is one of the stars.

Stop 6:

The unique attraction showing lesson about universe in rounded shaped building with interactive equipment about cosmos.

Stop 7: 0.3 hours

Leaning Tower is known as one of the landmarks of Torun's Old Town. It's been built in 13th century of red brick as a part of Torun's defence system. Now it handles interesting legends itself.

Stop 8: 0.5 hours

Impressive remains of great Teutonic Castle. The best place to feel Medieval Times vibes on your own.

Stop 9:

It's one of unique sculpture/monument which makes people smiling and keeps city in great atmosphere.

Stop 10:

Nice popular sculpture and fountain in one and matches by style to many other monuments in the near area.

Stop 11: 0.3 hours

Nowadays on the Teutonic Castle is settled the Cultural Centre with nice exhibitions around, mostly inside, but outside as well. In any case it's worth to see it and move back in time to Medieval Times and Teutonic Knights.

Stop 12: 0.3 hours

Feel the power of Teutonic Knights and admire size and effort involved to build this Castle years ago.

Stop 13: 0.3 hours

This is a gorgeous gothic building, right in the heart of Torun, just opposite the town hall, on the main pedestrian area, impressive gothic architecture outside!

Stop 14: 0.2 hours

Fantastic entrance from the waters edge leading you into the city.

Stop 15:

Amazing building in the form of a wardrobe. Very unique idea to present the entrance of Theatre

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

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

Min 1 days: 100%
From 0 to 1 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (7 - 100 years)

Minimum: 1, Maximum: 15

Infant (0 - 6 years)

Minimum: 0, Maximum: 15