Tours

Saturday, August 22, Afternoon (check time of specific tours)
Sofitel Victoria Warsaw

Royal Castle Tour

Take a chance to visit the Warsaw Royal Castle, the formerly official residence of the Polish monarchs. Built in the 15th century, this castle served as residence of Mazovian princes. Once the capital was moved to Warsaw from Krakow, the castle served as seat of the king and the government. The castle has been renovated repeatedly and destroyed completely during World War II. It was rebuilt between 1971-1988 using castle remains and rubble. Today, the segment with the clock tower opens the way to the Old Town. Museum attractions include two original Rembrandt paintings as well as works by Bernard Bellotto, aka Canaletto, court painter to Polish King Stanisław August Poniatowski. Canaletto’s paintings were vital during Warsaw’s post-war reconstruction.

Logistics:

Booking: via your ConfTool profile when registering to the conference
Price pp: GBP 10
Time: starting at 14.00 (2pm), August 25, 2018
Duration: about 1.5/2 hrs
Meeting point: in front of the Castle at Sigismund's Column
Availability: limited! Spots are available on a first come, first served basis

City Walking Tour

City Walking Tour A UNESCO world heritage site, the Old Town charms with its colorful townhouses and the exceptional atmosphere of its narrow streets. When in the Old Town Market Square, you will meet a mermaid – the official symbol of the city.