Katowice is one of the cities richest in natural resources in Poland, and its rich history and mining culture reflect that. On this private tour we will show you the real Katowice and how it changed from a small Silesian village, through Germanization, the Industrial Revolution, WWII and Communism, to a global city. Discover the best of Katowice with a Professional Guide! Book a 2-hour walking tour of Katowice's Old Town. The tour will begin in front of the Silesian Theatre in the Market Square, which is surrounded by historic and modern buildings. Your Expert Guide will help you imagine the city during its prolific industrial years when the streets were adorned with bright neon lights. Your walk around the Old Town will be filled with Polish history, as you will pass by the WWII Monument to the Scouts of September, st. 3 Maja, and Plac Wolnosci. You will see attractions such as the Goldstein Palace, the Philharmony, and Spodek, which is famous for its unusual shape of a flying saucer. The entire tour will be tailored to your needs and interests, and the guide will give you personalized tips on the best local restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops. Book now to fall in love with Katowice! Book a 3-hour tour to see more highlights of Katowice and visit a former coal-mining site. The extended walking route covers Park Powstancow Slaski, the Silesian Insurgents' Monument and the National Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra. The main highlight will be the grounds of a former coal mine, where you will learn about the industrial history of Silesian mining and see the iconic tower shaft ""Warszawa II"", old infrastructure and mine shaft. In summer, it is possible to buy tickets to the observation deck on top of the tower shaft, which offers a unique view of the city center. Book a 5-hour tour of Katowice to visit the Old Town, a former coal-mining site, and the historic Nikiszowiec district. Nikiszowiec is a top-ranked attraction, recognized as a historical monument and part of the Industrial Monuments Route of the Silesian Voivodeship. For your convenience, we provide two-way bus tickets from the city center to the 20th century working-class estate built for the families of local miners. Discover the iconic red brick architecture and charm of Nikiszowiec with a Local Guide!

Sample the best Polish popular, regional, and craft beer on this private beer tasting tour in Katowice. Get an insightful introduction to the world of Polish beer history, tradition, and customs, as well as the craft beer scene in Katowice on this fun and cultural evening. During the tour, spend time only with your group of friends or family on this private experience, and enjoy the services of a guide taking care of you personally and explaining each beer that you drink. Sample beers from major Polish breweries, as well as specialty regional beers from the Silesia region and craft beers from microbreweries. At the first venue, savor a treat of Polish appetizers. Each venue you visit will provide a different experience, including a different atmosphere and selection of beers for you to choose from. This tour has 3 different options. On the 2-hour option, taste a set of 7 beers and some appetizers at 3 different venues. If you want to try more beer, opt for the 3-hour option and try 11 beers at 4 different venues with perfectly matched appetizers. Alternatively, choose the 4-hour option for the best combination of Polish beer and traditional food in 5 venues. Enjoy 13 beers and more food that you are able to eat.

Relish some of the best dishes from Polish cuisine in 2 to 4 carefully selected local venues in Katowice. Explore the strong roots of Polish people's culinary culture with a professional guide. Sample, compare, and choose from a rich range of traditional dishes, and try to decide which you like the most. As you go between venues, enjoy a guided tour of some of the most notable landmarks of the Old Town, including Spodek and the Goldstein Palace.  Select the budget 2.5-hour option to try a basic set of food in 2 places, including different kinds of dumplings, Polish meats, and other specialties. A soft drink, cake, and coffee/tea are also included, but soup and beer are not.  Or, choose the standard 3.5-hour option to taste traditional Polish food at 3 venues. Try 3 kinds of dumplings, different Polish meats, traditional soup, and other specialties. Enjoy an included beer, as well as a soft drink, cake, and coffee/tea. Learn more about Polish traditions and customs and which meals are related to various occasions.  Alternatively, upgrade your experience to the premium 5-hour option. After filling your belly with a delicious feast combined with a tasting of 8 types of vodka or 8 types of beer, take a more extensive guided walking tour to see the highlights of Katowice city. Discover more about local history and see some of the best-kept secrets in the city. See the remarkable Cathedral of Christ the King, and Mariacka Street.

Take part in an amazing party tour and get a great combination of Polish vodka, history, and culture in Katowice. Round up your mates to enjoy a private tasting and a lesson at the same time. Drink white, flavored vodka, as well as legendary liqueur, and play a game to compare the flavors among your friends. With your private guide, learn how to drink vodka in the Polish tradition. Hear about the occasions when Poles drink vodka and why it is considered the national drink. All places are carefully chosen to show you the various atmospheres that reflect different periods of Polish culture. During your tour, you will also taste Polish appetizers as perfect matches to the vodka. Enjoy a great composition of Polish vodkas showcasing 4 different kinds: • white vodka (potato, grain) • flavored vodka (nuts, lemon) • liqueur • 70% Absinthe Choose between 3 tour option. On the 2-hour option, taste a set of 5 vodkas and some appetizers at 3 different venues. To try more vodka flavors, select the 3-hour option and enjoy 7 shots at 4 different venues with perfectly matched appetizers. Alternatively, upgrade to the 4-hour option and relish a wonderful combination of Polish vodkas and traditional food in 5 venues. Savor 10 vodkas and more food than you are able to eat.