Explore Warsaw’s history and landmarks from an open-top bus.
Quick Guide
Warsaw Hop-On Hop-Off Tours
City Sightseeing Warsaw operates two routes covering 25 stops across the city, from the rebuilt Old Town to the Warsaw Uprising Museum. Audio commentary in 11 languages explains what you’re seeing as you ride.
It works like this: Buy your ticket online (choose between 24, 48, or 72 hours), board at any stop, and ride as long as you want. When something catches your eye, get off and explore. When you’re ready to continue, catch the next bus from the same stop.
Check availability and book your tickets here for your chosen date.
Highlights
Tickets & Prices
City Sightseeing Warsaw offers three ticket durations based on how long you want to explore. Each includes access to both the Red and Blue routes, plus audio commentary in 11 languages.
Pricing Table
| 24 Hours | 48 Hours | 72 Hours Best Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult (16-64) | €35.00 | €42.00 (€21.00 per day) | €46.00 (€15.33 per day) |
| Child (6-15) | €28.00 | €35.00 (€17.50 per day) | €39.00 (€13.00 per day) |
| Senior (65-99) | €28.00 | €35.00 | €39.00 |
| Student (with ID) | €28.00 | €35.00 | €39.00 |
Children 5 and under ride free.
Note: Buses don’t operate on 1st January, Easter Sunday, 1st November, 11th November, 25th December, or 26th December.
Tips for Choosing Your Ticket:
- The 72-hour ticket offers the best value per day. It gives you three full days to explore without rushing between stops.
- Choose 48 hours for a weekend visit. You’ll have time to ride both routes and visit several attractions at a comfortable pace.
- The 24-hour option works for quick visits. Just keep in mind you’ll need to stay on the bus for most of the journey to cover both routes.
- Students should bring valid ID. You’ll save on your ticket purchase.
FAQs about Ticketing & Pricing
Where can I buy tickets?
You can buy tickets online or directly on the bus. We recommend booking online so you can check availability for your chosen date and skip the queue. Use the booking module on this page to see all available tours and secure your spot.
Do children get discounts?
Yes. Children aged 6 to 15 pay reduced rates. Kids 5 and under ride completely free. Seniors 65 and older and students with valid ID also get the same reduced rates as children.
Can I change my booking date?
Yes. You can reschedule your ticket up to 24 hours before your visit date. Your voucher is valid for any day within 12 months of your original travel date, so you have plenty of flexibility.
Can I cancel my ticket?
Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours before your chosen travel date for a full refund.
Route Map & Stops (Timetable)
Warsaw’s hop-on hop-off network covers the city with two color-coded routes that connect at several key stops.
- The Red Route focuses on the eastern side of the city and takes you across the Vistula River to the Praga district.
- The Blue Route covers the central and southern areas, including the park district around Lazienki.
Both routes start from the Palace of Culture and Science at Dworzec Centralny 14, right by Warsaw’s main train station. You can join at any stop along either route, and your ticket works on both lines throughout its validity period.
You can check the map from the City Sightseeing website to plan your route in advance. The buses display their route color clearly on the front, so you’ll know which one to board.
Red Route
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Start Point | Palace of Culture & Science, Dworzec Centralny 14, 00-901 Warszawa |
| Operating Hours | 10:00 to 15:50 |
| First Departure | 10:00 |
| Last Departure | 15:50 |
| Full Loop | 70 minutes |
| Frequency | Every 160 minutes (10:00-12:40) Every 190 minutes (12:40-15:50) |
Stops:
- Palace of Culture & Science (Dworzec Centralny 14)
- Grzybowski Market Square (Plac Grzybowski 1)
- Old Town (Stare Miasto 05)
- Warsaw University Library (Biblioteka Uniwersytecka 01)
- Copernicus Science Center (Metro Centrum Nauki Kopernik 03)
- National Stadium (Most Świętokrzyski 04)
- Praga (Okrzei 02)
- Multimedia Fountain Park (Boleść 02)
- Museum of Polish Jews History (Nalewki Muzeum 02)
- Warsaw City Hall (Plac Bankowy 03)
- Stop 12: Downtown (Centrum 06)
Route Highlights: The Red Route takes you across the Vistula River to Praga, Warsaw’s up-and-coming creative district.
- You’ll see the massive National Stadium, which hosted Euro 2012 matches, and the Multimedia Fountain Park where water shows light up on summer evenings.
- The Museum of Polish Jews History tells the thousand-year story of Jewish life in Poland through interactive exhibits.
- The Copernicus Science Center is perfect if you’re traveling with kids who love hands-on experiments.
Blue Route
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Start Point | Palace of Culture & Science, Dworzec Centralny 14, 00-901 Warszawa |
| Operating Hours | 10:30 to 15:50 |
| First Departure | 10:30 |
| Last Departure | 15:50 |
| Full Loop | 60 minutes |
| Frequency | Every 160 minutes (10:30-12:40) Every 190 minutes (12:40-15:50) |
Stops:
- Palace of Culture & Science (Dworzec Centralny 14)
- Norblin Factory Museum
- Warsaw Rising Museum (Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego 01)
- Wronia
- Grzybowski Square (Aleja Jana Pawła II 01)
- Zachęta Gallery (Zachęta 01)
- Old Town (Stare Miasto 05)
- Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy 01)
- Chopin Museum (Ordynacka 01)
- National Museum (Foksal 01)
- Three Crosses Square (Plac Trzech Krzyży 03)
- Lazienki Royal Park (Łazienki Królewskie 01)
- Constitution Square (Plac Konstytucji 02)
- Downtown (Centrum 06)
Route Highlights: The Blue Route covers Warsaw’s cultural heart.
- You’ll pass through the meticulously rebuilt Old Town, which looks centuries old but was actually reconstructed from rubble after World War II.
- Lazienki Royal Park is stunning in any season, with peacocks wandering the grounds and the famous Chopin monument by the lake.
- The Warsaw Rising Museum is the city’s most moving attraction, bringing the 1944 uprising to life through 1,000 exhibits. Plan at least half a day here.
- The Chopin Museum celebrates Poland’s greatest composer with interactive displays and listening rooms.
What to See & Do
Listen to Audio Commentary in 11 Languages
Pop in your headphones and choose from 11 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Polish, and a special kids’ commentary in Polish. The audio guide explains what you’re seeing as you go, sharing stories about Warsaw’s turbulent history and its remarkable rebuilding after World War II.
The commentary automatically plays as you approach each landmark. You’ll learn how 85% of Warsaw was destroyed during the war and how the Old Town was painstakingly reconstructed using old paintings and photographs as guides.
See Landmarks Across the City
From your seat on the open-top bus, you’ll get views of Warsaw’s mix of architectural styles. The Royal Castle’s distinctive red facade dominates Castle Square. Stalin’s “gift” to Poland, the Palace of Culture and Science, still towers over the city center despite being controversial with locals.
You’ll pass baroque churches, communist-era apartment blocks, and gleaming modern skyscrapers. The National Stadium’s white latticed exterior catches the light beautifully. The viewing platform on the 30th floor of the Palace of Culture gives you panoramic views across Warsaw if you want to hop off and go up.
Explore the Rebuilt Old Town
The Old Town is Warsaw’s most photographed district, with its colorful townhouses and cobblestone squares. What looks like centuries-old architecture is actually a masterpiece of reconstruction. After the war, architects used paintings by Canaletto as blueprints to rebuild the area exactly as it had been.
Hop off at Stop 7 on the Blue Route or Stop 3 on the Red Route to wander the narrow streets yourself. You can book a separate walking tour in English to learn the detailed history of the area with a local guide.
Visit Museums That Tell Warsaw’s Story
The Warsaw Rising Museum at Stop 3 on the Blue Route is essential. It tells the story of the 63-day uprising in 1944 when Polish resistance fighters tried to liberate the city from Nazi occupation. The exhibits include a replica of a Liberator B-24 bomber, insurgent weapons, and personal letters. Give yourself at least half a day here.
The Museum of Polish Jews History on the Red Route uses multimedia displays to chronicle a thousand years of Jewish life in Poland. The National Museum holds over 400 works by Polish masters if you want to see the country’s artistic heritage.
Relax in Lazienki Royal Park
Lazienki (meaning “Royal Baths”) is Warsaw’s most beautiful green space. The neoclassical Palace on the Isle sits right on the water, surrounded by manicured gardens and roaming peacocks. In summer, free Chopin concerts take place by his monument on Sundays.
The park is huge, perfect for a picnic or just escaping the city for an hour. There are several other buildings to explore, including an 18th-century amphitheater and an orangery.
Can I buy tickets on the bus or do I need to book online?
You can buy tickets on the bus from the driver, but we recommend booking online. This lets you check availability for your chosen date and you can start using your ticket immediately when you board. Plus, you’ll have your voucher ready on your phone.
How long is the ticket valid for?
Your ticket is valid for 24, 48, or 72 consecutive hours from the time you first board the bus. If you book a 48-hour ticket and start at 10:00 on Monday, you can use it until 10:00 on Wednesday. Your voucher itself is valid for 12 months from your selected travel date, so you can use it on any day within that year.
Where is the first stop/meeting point?
Both routes start from the Palace of Culture and Science at Dworzec Centralny 14, 00-901 Warszawa. This is right next to Warsaw’s main train station, so it’s easy to find. You can actually join at any stop along either route, your ticket works from wherever you board.
What time does the bus start running?
The Red Route starts at 10:00 and the Blue Route starts at 10:30. Both routes run until 15:50.
How often do the buses run?
Bus frequency changes throughout the day. Between 10:00 and 12:40, buses on both routes come every 160 minutes (about 2 hours 40 minutes). Between 12:40 and 15:50, they run every 190 minutes (just over 3 hours). Times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
How long does each route take?
The Red Route takes 70 minutes to complete the full loop without hopping off. The Blue Route is slightly shorter at 60 minutes for the complete circuit.
What are the two routes Red and Blue?
The Red Route has 11 stops and covers the eastern side of Warsaw, crossing the Vistula River to Praga district. It includes the National Stadium, Museum of Polish Jews History, and Multimedia Fountain Park.
The Blue Route has 14 stops and covers central and southern Warsaw, including the Old Town, Royal Castle, Chopin Museum, National Museum, and Lazienki Royal Park. Both routes start from the Palace of Culture and Science.
When does the tour not operate?
The buses don’t run on these holidays: 1st January, Easter Sunday, 1st November, 11th November, 25th December, and 26th December.
What languages is the audio guide available in?
The audio commentary is available in 11 languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Polish, and there’s a special kids’ commentary in Polish to keep younger travelers entertained.
Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
Please contact Customer Support when booking and let them know your specific needs.
Is the Old Town tour walking or on the bus?
The bus passes through the Old Town and you can view it from your seat. If you want to explore the narrow streets and hidden courtyards up close, you’ll need to hop off at the Old Town stop. You can also book a separate walking tour in English for a deeper dive into the area’s history.
What is the best time to book/visit Warsaw?
Summer is the perfect time to experience Warsaw. The weather is warm, the parks are green and beautiful, and there are outdoor concerts and events happening throughout the city. The open-top bus is especially enjoyable when the sun is shining. Book your tickets in advance during summer months as it’s the busiest tourist season.
How many days do you need in Warsaw?
Plan for at least 3 full days in Warsaw. The Warsaw Uprising Museum alone deserves at least half a day, and you’ll want time to explore the Old Town, visit Lazienki Park, and see some of the other major sights without rushing. A 72-hour hop-on hop-off ticket gives you the flexibility to see everything at a comfortable pace.
Can I complete both routes in one day?
Technically yes, but you’d need to stay on the bus for most of the journey without hopping off. The Red Route takes 70 minutes and the Blue Route takes 60 minutes, so that’s over 2 hours of bus time alone. With the infrequent service (buses every 2.5 to 3 hours), you’d struggle to fit in any actual sightseeing. We recommend getting at least a 48-hour ticket so you can actually enjoy the attractions instead of just seeing them from the bus.