Bydgoszcz Old Town and Riverside Walking Tour
Introduction to Bydgoszcz’s Old Town and riverside heritage. We explore the Old Market Square, St. Martin and St. Nicholas Cathedral, a stretch of the medieval city wall, and the city panorama with its symbols — the Three Granaries and the Man Crossing the River sculpture — along with local legends and snapshots of city life.
Basic Information
Total time
1h 45m
Language
English, Polish (check the calendar for availability)
Price
„Pay what you wish” tours do not have a fixed price. It is up to you to evaluate your guide’s work and reward it. Some people give 10€, others 50€ depending on their satisfaction and abilities.
Meeting point
Bridge at Mostowa Street Nearest public transport: Plac Teatralny tram stop; Plac Praw Kobiet tram stop
Additional info
☂︎ This tour is organised by Walkative Bydgoszcz guides. Look for the guide with the yellow umbrella.
❗Our tours run no matter the weather. High or low temperatures, rain or snow is not a reason for us to cancel our tours. We are always here for you. The only reason for cancellations are extreme weather conditions (like heavy storms…), guide's sudden sickness or no minimum number of people (5) to run the tour, but we will always let you know using the data you provided during registration for the tour.Booking rules
Booking is obligatory. Our pay as you wish tours are designed for individual travellers and small groups. We don’t accept parties of more than 7 people on them. If you travel in a party of 8 or more (school groups, bigger groups of friends etc.), please choose a paid option of 18€ per person or book a Private Tour. For more information on the latter, please contact us.
About the tour
Strolling through the old town, you will experience the unique atmosphere of the city and learn about its rich history and culture. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local life, get acquainted with traditions, and enjoy the charm that makes Bydgoszcz special. See you in Bydgoszcz! Become our guest!
Highlights
- 1
Old Market Square
The historical heart of the city, bustling with daily life and local stories.
- 2
Bloody Sunday Legend
Hear the story of the tragic events that took place in the market square.
- 3
Hidden Medieval Wall
Discover remnants of the old city fortifications tucked away in a tenement house yard.
- 4
Bydgoszcz Cathedral
A historic church where a valuable treasure was recently discovered, a key city landmark.
- 5
The Granaries
The iconic timber-framed granaries, a well-known symbol of the city's trading history.
- 6
Man Crossing the River
A famous sculpture of a man balancing on a wire stretched over the Brda River.
7The Dry Street
A unique street where, according to local legend, you can't get wet when it rains.
Map
Bridge at Mostowa Street Nearest public transport: Plac Teatralny tram stop; Plac Praw Kobiet tram stop
