The Torun Tourist Information Center (Rynek Staromiejski 25; tel. 56/621-09-31; www.it.torun.pl) is centrally located in the Old Town Square and staffed by friendly English speakers. There is a free Internet terminal here, as well. The center is open on Monday from 9am to 4pm, Tuesday through Friday from 9am to 6pm, and Saturday from 9am to 4pm. From May to August, it's also open on Sundays from 10am to 1pm. You can get audio guides (10 z per 4 hr. or 15 z for a full day) here, or download the audio files from their website. If you prefer a "live" guide, they'll direct you to private tourist agencies. The rate is about 170 z for 2 hours. For quirky holiday photos, hire the guides from Copernicana (Kopernika 35/37; tel. 56/622-30-02; www.copernicana.pl), who are dressed up as medieval townsmen and women, Copernicus, and Teutonic Knights. The rates are 265 z for 2 hours and 365 z for 3 hours. Call a day in advance to book.

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