Polish Food Tour Poznań: 5 Dishes & Vodka Tastings

Żurek comes in a hollowed-out bread bowl, not a plate.

A 2.5-hour guided food tour in Poznań where you taste five traditional Polish dishes at local venues, paired with regional beer and vodka tastings. The tour runs in English, German, or Polish with a live guide. Children from age 6 are welcome. All areas are wheelchair accessible, and the experience suits any fitness level.

The experience

You've got an afternoon free in Poznań and want to eat like a local without hunting for restaurants yourself. This tour takes you through the city's food culture in one sitting, moving between venues to taste dishes that define Polish cooking. You'll start with żurek, the sour rye soup that arrives in a bread bowl you can eat when you're done with the broth. Then pierogi: the dumplings that show up everywhere in Poland, filled with potato and cheese or meat depending on the kitchen. You'll also try potatoes with gzik, a Poznań specialty pairing potatoes with a creamy cottage cheese mixture spiked with chives and sour cream.

Between dishes, you taste local beer and traditional Polish vodka, chosen to match what you're eating. The guide walks you through why each dish matters to Polish food history and what makes the regional versions distinct. The whole thing runs 2.5 hours, which is long enough to sit with the food and short enough to fit into an afternoon without derailing the rest of your day. You move on foot between venues, so wear shoes you're comfortable walking in.

What’s included

• Five traditional Polish dishes including żurek soup in a bread bowl, pierogi, and potatoes with gzik.
• tastings of local beer and traditional Polish vodka or non-alcoholic specialties.
• a live guide in English, German, or Polish.

Options for this experience

2 options

Tour of Polish Food and Traditional Drinks7 departure times: the first at 14:00, the last at 20:00

Poznan Food Tour DeGuide in German · 6 departure times: the first at 14:00, the last at 19:00

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 day7 departure times: the first at 14:00, the last at 20:00

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AgesAdult (18 to 75 years) · Senior (76 and older) · Child (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, German and Polish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by City Guide Poznan

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to taste five set dishes in sequence with a guide explaining each one, rather than choosing your own stops across the city.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

In English and Polish, with 7 departure times. In German, with 6 departure times.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 17 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What exactly is żurek, and why does it come in bread?

Żurek is a sour rye soup made from fermented rye flour, one of Poland's most iconic dishes. Serving it in a hollowed-out bread bowl is traditional: the bread soaks up the broth and becomes part of the meal, so nothing goes to waste.

Are the vodka and beer tastings included, or do I pay extra?

The tastings are included in the tour price. You'll sample local beer and traditional Polish vodkas, including flavored varieties, or non-alcoholic options like traditional bread kvass if you prefer.

Can I do this tour if I don't eat meat?

The tour includes pierogi and potatoes with gzik, which are vegetarian. Let the operator know about dietary needs when you book so they can confirm what's available at each stop.

Is this tour accessible if I use a wheelchair?

Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options are wheelchair accessible as well. Public transportation is also available nearby if you prefer.