Gdansk Old Town, Shipyard & Westerplatte: Private 7-Hour Tour

Walk through medieval Gdansk, then stand where the war started.

A private 7-hour guided tour of Gdansk covers the city's medieval core, its industrial past, and the historic ground where World War II began. Your licensed guide drives you between Old Town's narrow alleys and colored merchant houses, St. Mary's Church (the world's largest brick church), Oliwa Cathedral with its organ concert, the Gdansk Shipyard and its Solidarity history, and Westerplatte, where the first shots of the war were fired. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Gdańsk Old Town20m
2. St. Mary’s Church20m

Explore Gdansk highlights by private car

• Explore Old Town architecture
• Walk through Golden Gate
• Visit St. Mary’s Church
• See St. Bridget Church and Amber Altar
• Explore Gdansk Shipyard area
• Visit Oliwa district
• Tour Oliwa Cathedral
• Walk in Oliwa Park
• Relax at Brzezno Pier and see Energa Stadion
• Visit Westerplatte historic site

The experience

The tour starts in Gdansk's Old Town, where narrow medieval alleys open onto the Golden Gate, Arthur's Court, and the Neptune Fountain. St. Mary's Church dominates the skyline (at 156 meters tall, it's the world's largest brick church), and your guide takes you inside to explain its history. Nearby, St. Bridget's Church holds an altar made entirely of amber, a rare sight that few visitors expect to find.

From the Old Town, your guide drives you to the Gdansk Shipyard, where the Solidarity movement took root and changed Poland's course. You'll see the Three Crosses Monument, the landscape of cranes and docks, and modern art installations. The route then heads to the Oliwa district, where gothic palaces and old tenements still line the streets. Oliwa Cathedral, the longest Cistercian church in the world, contains 23 altars and is known for its giant organs. Depending on the day and time, you may catch one of the organ concerts that take place there. Oliwa Park, with its Japanese Garden and the Opats Palace's French Gardens, offers a quieter moment before the tour moves on.

The final stops take you to Brzezno, a beach neighborhood on Gdansk Bay where the Energa Stadion (built for UEFA Euro 2012) stands as a modern landmark, and then to Westerplatte. This peninsula is where German forces fired the first shots of World War II in 1939. A military cemetery and a large Monument to the Defenders of the Polish Coast mark the site, and your guide shares the stories of those who fought there. Your guide also offers tips on local restaurants, patisserie and pubs before returning you to your accommodation.

What’s included

• Private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off.
• 7-hour private guided tour led by a licensed guide in your chosen language.
• entry to St. Mary's Church and Oliwa Cathedral.
• organ concert at Oliwa Cathedral (subject to schedule).
• sightseeing of the Gdansk Shipyard, Westerplatte, and Brzezno.
• tickets to St. Bridget's Church.
• tips about local restaurants, patisserie and pubs.

Options for this experience

3 options

7 hours: Gdansk by car, in English, German, Polish and Russian08:00, 09:00 and 10:00Duration: 7 hours. Spend a day exploring Gdansk by private car, visiting St. Bridget's Church, St. Mary's Church and Oliwa Cathedral, and seeing Gdansk Shipyard, Westerplatte and Brzezno. Expert guide: an Official 5-Star Guide who specializes in this type of tour and speaks fluently in the chosen language. PLGD001. Pickup is included.

7 hours: Gdansk by car, in Italian, Spanish and French08:00, 09:00 and 10:00Duration: 7 hours. Spend a day exploring Gdansk by private car, visiting St. Bridget's Church, St. Mary's Church and Oliwa Cathedral, and seeing Gdansk Shipyard, Westerplatte and Brzezno. Expert guide: an Official 5-Star Guide who specializes in this type of tour and speaks fluently in the chosen language. PLGD001. Pickup is included.

7 hours: Gdansk, 1 day by car, in Norwegian and Swedish08:00, 09:00 and 10:00Duration: 7 hours. Spend a day exploring Gdansk by private car, visiting St. Bridget's Church, St. Mary's Church and Oliwa Cathedral, and seeing Gdansk Shipyard, Westerplatte and Brzezno. Expert guide: an Official 5-Star Guide who specializes in this type of tour and speaks fluently in the chosen language. PLGD001. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 09:00 and 10:00

Book up to10h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Russian and Swedish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Rosotravel Tours Gdansk

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to cover Old Town, Oliwa Cathedral, Shipyard, and Westerplatte in one day with a private car and guide setting the pace, rather than piecing together separate visits on public transport.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Russian and Polish.

What is St. Mary's Church like inside, and why is it famous?

St. Mary's Church is the world's largest brick church, and your guide takes you inside to explain its history and architecture. It dominates Gdansk's Old Town skyline and is one of the tour's main stops.

Will I hear the organ concert at Oliwa Cathedral?

Organ concerts at Oliwa Cathedral take place at different times depending on the day of the week and month. The tour is timed to include one when possible, but due to traffic or scheduling, it may occasionally be skipped. If the concert is important to you, let the operator know in advance.

What is Westerplatte, and why does the tour go there?

Westerplatte is the peninsula where World War II began in 1939. It was a military base for centuries and now holds a small military cemetery and a Monument to the Defenders of the Polish Coast. Your guide explains this pivotal history during the visit.

How does the tour move between the different parts of Gdansk?

Private transport is included throughout the tour. Your guide drives you between Old Town, the Shipyard, Oliwa, Brzezno, and Westerplatte, and returns you to your accommodation at the end of the day.

What can I see at the Gdansk Shipyard?

The Shipyard is where the Solidarity movement took root. You'll see the Three Crosses Monument, the landscape of cranes and docks, and modern art installations created by young artists: all part of Gdansk's industrial and political heritage.

Is lunch included in the tour?

Lunch is optional and depends on which tour option you choose at checkout. Your guide can recommend local restaurants and pubs along the route.