Excursion Cultural gdansk & musical recital tour at Gdansk

Explore the splendid, Old World architecture and landmarks of Gdansk during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Old Town of Gdansk

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to the Old Town of Gdansk. En route, pass through the suburban and commercial sections of Gdansk, and by the Gdansk Shipyards and 'Solidarity Square'. Upon arrival in the Old Town, begin your guided walking tour. The city's 1,000 years of history has left a collection of marvellous buildings and monuments designed in the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles, and decorated with elaborate facades crowned by a myriad of ornate gables. Pass by the Town Hall, Long Market and beautiful, 15th-century merchants' palace of Artus Court. After a brief pause at Neptune's Fountain, stroll down to the waterfront canal before turning up Mariacka, or 'St. Mary's Street', which delights visitors with its lively atmosphere, quaint shops and lovely terraced buildings.

St. Mary's Church

A visit is made to the Gothic-styled St. Mary's Church. The pride of Gdansk, St. Mary's is the world's largest brick church and accommodates some 25,000 worshippers. Situated in the centre of the Old Town, this medieval church took 159 years to build, and its deceivingly plain exterior belies a bright, spacious interior with large windows and more than 30 beautifully decorated chapels. The high altar displays a lovely polyptych, the floor is covered with ancient tombstones and the northern transept holds an amazing, 15th century astronomical clock, complete with the zodiac cycle and a calendar of the saints. Leaving St. Mary's Church, some free time is made available for shopping in the Old Town at your leisure before re-boarding your coach and driving to the Oliwa Cathedral.

Oliwa Cathedral, Musical Performance and Nowy Port Lighthouse

Located on the grounds of an old Cistercian monastery, the Oliwa Cathedral dates back to the 13th century, is a mix of Romanesque, Gothic and Rococo styles, and one of the most popular tourist attractions around Gdansk. The impressive complex of three organs consists of 7,876 tin and wood pipes which can imitate sounds of different musical instruments, and natural voices and sounds. After a brief musical performance, re-board your coach and head to the Nowy Port Lighthouse, one of the most beautiful lighthouses of Northern Europe. This approximately 90-foot-tall (about 27-metre-tall) structure was built in 1893, and the first lighthouse on the Baltic Sea to use electricity. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Gdansk, Shipyards, Old Town, St. Mary's Church, Artus Court, Town Hall, Long Market, Gdansk Crane, Neptune's Fountain, Oliwa Cathedral, Nowy Port Lighthouse

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1.2 miles (about 1.9 kilometres), at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, with five steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and 100 steps at the Nowy Port Lighthouse. Walking in the Old Town is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and a sweater or light jacket from the ship. St. Mary's Church may be closed on short notice. The tour sequence may vary.