The main attractions of Warsaw. What to see in Warsaw in one day. Market Square in the Old Town

The sights of Warsaw are so fascinating and numerous that even a whole month will not be enough to explore them. If your stay in this hospitable city is planned to be short, you should think about what to see in Warsaw in advance.

What to see first in Warsaw

3. Castle Square

View of Castle Square at night

One of the most picturesque places in the capital, according to reviews from those who saw it. Made in the shape of a triangle, the square serves as a platform for various city holidays and events. During the New Year's festivities, the main Christmas tree of the country is installed here. Within walking distance is the Royal Castle and the ancient Cathedral St. John's. If you don't know what to visit in Warsaw first of all, start your excursion route from Castle Square;

4. Market Square

Old Town Market Square in Warsaw

When describing the Market Square, it is necessary to talk about its symbol - the sculpture of the Little Mermaid with a sword and shield. The siren represents the defense of the city from enemies. The square itself is surrounded by ancient stone houses with quaint facades of different colors. Here you can visit numerous cafes serving delicious dishes national cuisine, go to the souvenir shop or just enjoy the view of the fountains. This perfect place for recreation, crowded with both tourists and Poles themselves. There is a unique spirit here Medieval Europe, there are performances by street musicians and impromptu exhibitions of local artists.

If you come to Warsaw on Christmas Eve, be sure to go to the main fair retail space cities. However, in hot weather summer days The bright umbrellas of street cafes, which cover a huge part of the territory, will also not leave you indifferent. It is in these cafes that you will be offered to try the famous Warsaw pastries and delicious coffee;

5. Warsaw Barbican

A powerful medieval structure to protect the entrance gate to the city

Warsaw Barbican (fortification of the fortress gates, located outside the main fortress wall). Today, the Warsaw Barbican houses a museum that hosts various exhibitions dedicated to the history and culture of the city. It is also a gathering place for street musicians, performers, traders and artists. If your trip is planned in order to learn more about the life and traditions of the aborigines, a visit to this attraction in Warsaw can be recommended with full confidence;

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6. Wilanów Palace

Majestic sculptures in the park near Wilanów Palace

The country's national pride and a masterpiece of Baroque architecture. An integral part of the palace complex are the luxurious gardens - like other attractions of Warsaw, they are open to tourists. The park contains sculptures, a winter garden, a hill, a stream with a waterfall, a greenhouse and a grove;

7. Warsaw Citadel

Inside the Warsaw Citadel - barrels of ancient Jolanta Dyr cannons

Tsar Nicholas 1 had a hand in the construction of this landmark in Warsaw. The fortress was erected by his decree. We included the citadel in our rating taking into account its rich history and the scale of the construction (the complex includes lunettes, towers, a fort, the Alexandrian citadel and other objects of the war years);

8. Monument to the Warsaw Uprising

Monument to the heroes of the Warsaw Uprising of 1944 in Warsaw

By visiting such interesting places Warsaw, you have the opportunity to honor the memory of the heroes who died in the battle with the Nazis in 1943. The memorial was built with money donated by local residents;

9. Church of St. John the Baptist

Facade of the Church of St. John the Baptist Dennis Jarvis

The burial area of many great figures of culture and history of the country. Date of construction - 1390, architectural style - Gothic. Initially, like many other surviving architectural structures, the church was intended as a place for the burial and coronation of the royal family. Today it is the main temple of the capital;

10. Church of St. Casimir

Church of St. Casimir on the Market Square of the New Town of Warsaw Marcin Białek

Part of the Benedictine Church of the Sacrament of the Holy Communion. Location – Market Square (we have already said that you should see it first in Warsaw). Inside the church there is the tomb of Maria Caroline de Bouillon. The surrounding area is a beautiful 17th century garden;

11. Church of the Holy Cross

Monument to Nicolaus Copernicus and Church of the Holy Cross

The upper church of the church stores urns with the ashes of V. Reymont and F. Chopin. The burials are decorated with a bust of a banner and a heavy epitaph made of Carrara marble stone. IN lower temple there are crypts with the remains of V. Sikorsky, J. Slovacki and other famous Poles;

12. Church of St. Anne

Main entrance to the Church of St. Anne

A masterpiece of Gothic architecture, included in every tourist's list of what to visit in Warsaw. According to many, the interior of the church is not of particular interest. You should come here for the ceremonial services, inspection of the facade with three graceful towers of exquisite shape and the same height, and the bell tower;

13. Copernicus Science Center

One of the thematic galleries at the Copernicus Science Center World3000

Where to go in Warsaw with children? Every visitor is allowed to conduct unique experiments in mathematics, chemistry, physics and biology in this wonderful scientific center with its half a thousand interactive exhibits. The list of permanent exhibitions includes, for example, a huge Foucault pendulum, demonstrating the rotation of our planet. Any exhibit can be touched and photographed. Returning to hotels in Warsaw, guests of the Copernicus are usually full of emotions and impressions.

14. Palace of Culture and Science

Palace of Culture and Science against the background of modern skyscrapers of Warsaw

Our recommendations telling you about the main attractions of Warsaw , would be incomplete if we did not mention the tallest building in Poland (42 levels). The skyscraper houses an exhibition center and office buildings of the country's global corporations, bookstores, a swimming pool and a cinema. But most importantly, there is an observation deck open to tourists. Buy a ticket for it, and you will see everything you can see in Warsaw in 1 day immediately from a bird’s eye view;

15. Frederic Chopin Museum

Frederic Chopin Museum at night

If you like classical music, visit the museum dedicated to the famous Polish composer. In a building built in the Baroque style, he once gave his first concert. The exhibition of 15 rooms will show you a piano, autographs, letters, portraits and other personal belongings of Chopin.

We have listed only the most visited attractions of the capital. If you are lucky, you will have time to see them all.

Sights of Warsaw: what else to visit in Warsaw

If after visiting these sights of the capital you still have free time, you should inspect:

16. Marie Skłodowska-Curie Museum

Exhibition at the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Museum Adrian Grycuk

The only museum dedicated to the discovery of radium and polonium, sponsored by the Chemical Society. The exhibitions will give a complete picture of the works of the famous female physicist, her relationship with the world of science and the people around her. Every year in June an event called “Night at the Museum” is organized here. Every week, admission for everyone is completely free (traditional practice for museums in the country);

17. Museum of the Polish Army

Exhibition under open air weapons from other countries User:VargaA

The second largest museum in the country, after the national one. Exhibition topics – military history and memorable victories of the Polish army. Most of the items (uniforms, weapons, etc.) are dedicated to the participation of the Poles in the Second World War. In addition, there is a unique collection of battle paintings;

18. Ujazdowski Castle

View from the park to Ujazdowski Castle

Royal Palace of the 13th century, the current director of which is F. Cavallucci. Over the past 25 years, over 600 exhibitions have been held here. Educational seminars and concerts, and thematic exhibitions are regularly organized. The Castle also houses a Center for Contemporary Art;

19. Lazienki Palace

Lazienki Palace artificial island surrounded by a pond

A former royal residence with an adjacent area of more than 70 hectares. The main building is the Palace on the Island, famous for its works of art (more than 2.5 thousand pieces), art gallery, neoclassical ballroom and Solomon's hall. On the territory there is an original bathhouse from the 17th century, canals, greenhouses, pavilions and other structures of Baroque and French classical architecture;

20. Lazienki

Arch bridge in Lazienki Park

A huge park called Royal Lazienki near the center of the capital. On the way to it you can see Ujazdowski Alley, New World and Krakowskie Przedmieście streets. The palace and park complex is considered the best monument early classicism. The landscaped area has benches for relaxation, jogging paths, a small pond and even its own attractions, such as the Royal Palace and the Chopin monument.

If you want to come to Warsaw to explore its historical and architectural masterpieces, we recommend that you hire an experienced guide. Or develop a detailed excursion route in advance, because... The number of interesting sights in the city is really large. Read also about and get inspired for your further travel around Poland.

9. University of Warsaw

In the photo: the gate at the entrance to the University of Warsaw

In addition, if you have time, you can also walk to the unique building of the Warsaw Library with a wonderful botanical garden on the roof (also called Warsaw's secret garden) – one of the largest and most beautiful in Europe. For free!

After the University, the same Krakowskie Przedmieście street imperceptibly turns into Nowy Świat :) If fatigue takes its toll, take bus 116 or 180 right on this same street. The desired stop is Lazienki Krulewski Park.

10. Park Krulewskie Lazienki (Lazienki Krolewskie)

Perhaps this is the most wonderful place in Warsaw. However, for those who come to Warsaw for one or two days, the park will have to be skipped or seen on the run. It is huge, so it is better to devote at least half a day to it, or better yet, a full day.

In the photo: evening in Krulewskie Lazienki Park in Warsaw

In this park you can meet deer and squirrels, as well as see a museum, palaces and beautiful greenhouses from the 18th century.

What to see in Warsaw on days 2 and 3

For those who have stayed in the city longer, I recommend taking a closer look at the sights of Warsaw (not at a gallop in one day), described above, and also taking a walk from the Vistula embankment, along the central streets of the city, and then going shopping.
In the evenings it’s nice to stroll through the bars in the area of Foksal and Chmielna streets.

Stores in Warsaw

Not far from Warsaw is located with quality items from popular brands. During the sales season, discounts up to -90%.

In addition, Warsaw has many shopping centers. The most popular places for shopping in Warsaw: Arkadia shopping center and Golden Terraces mall.

In the photo: Arcadia shopping center, popular in Warsaw

Shopping options include a movie theater and food courts, making it easy to spend a whole day here. Inexpensive fish dishes are sold in the North Fish chain:

Food court in the Arcadia shopping complex

Separately, fish is expensive (considering that this is still fast food), but it turns out inexpensively if you buy it as a set at once, so carefully study the menu.

The trick of North Fish is that when you take a set, you will be given a plate of fish, and you can pick up a side dish (salads, rice, potatoes, etc.) yourself - as much as will fit on the plate. And it fits a lot :)

I liked it the most shopping complex MAXX, which is located in the very center of Warsaw. There are several MAXX shopping centers in the city, so Google the nearest one. If you are short on time, then this is a great option: good practical items with discounts - just what travelers need. It’s convenient that everything is in one place, so you don’t have to spend a lot of time shopping.

In the photo: shopping in mall MAXX, Warsaw

However, if you are traveling from Warsaw to Italy or Germany, then there is no point in spending a day on shopping. Those who want to buy quality items really cheaply go to one of them - choose Italian and German. And in the capital of Poland, it is better to spend a day walking around the city.

Excursions in Warsaw

When time is short and you don’t know what to see in Warsaw, it makes sense to take a tour - not just boring Wikipedia quoting, but interesting and unusual details from local residents.

You won’t find local guide Yana in travel agencies; her contacts are given only through recommendations. Because she does, perhaps, the most interesting excursions in Warsaw. When you want to find unusual places in the city, hear local stories and legends, and scout out the best inexpensive cafes and try delicious hot chocolate - turn to. Moreover, it is better to contact her immediately upon arrival - in a couple of hours you will learn a lot of interesting things, and even get advice on where to go in Warsaw in the next days in accordance with your preferences.

For practical beginner tourists there is a maximum quick way get to know the city - join a walking group of tourists for. In this situation, an experienced local guide will give you optimal route, allowing you to quickly stroll through all the iconic sights of Warsaw and take great photos from the right angles :)

Where to go for free in Warsaw

Concerts

From May 15 to September 25, on Sundays, twice a day - at 12.00 and 16.00, free concerts are held in Lazienki Park at the monument to Frederic Chopin. Popular works are performed by young pianists.

The annual jazz festival Jazz Na Starówce is held every Saturday in July and August. Concerts take place in the Old Town, in the open air. It's better to arrive early to take seats closer to the stage.

Museums

Always open free of charge: the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, as well as some galleries.

Thursday is a great day to visit many museums for free. On this day you can visit for free: the Palace in Wilanów (“Little Versailles”), the Museum of the History of Polish Jews, Warsaw Photoplasticon, Ethnographical museum, Museum of Independence, Art Gallery "Zachęta" and others.

On Sunday, the Royal Castle is open for free, where you can see paintings by Rembrandt.

Where to stay in Warsaw

The city is large, so in order not to waste time traveling from/to the hotel, I recommend staying at the Metropol Hotel - the name is loud, but the hotel itself is simple and inexpensive. Located in the city center, two minutes from the bus stop and very close to the railway station and bus station in Warsaw. There is also a metro station here. In general, this hotel great location for those who come to Warsaw for 1 - 2 days, and in terms of price it is one of the cheapest hotels in the center of Warsaw.

By the way, from some windows of the Metropol you can see the spectacular high-rise building of the Palace of Science. View of Warsaw from the Novotel Warszawa Centrum hotel

How to get to Warsaw inexpensively

You can get to the capital of Poland from any city in the world without any problems by plane, the only question is the price. Will I be able to save money if I choose a bus or train to Warsaw? Not always, but there are several ways.

From Moscow to Warsaw
– By train It’s expensive to travel, from 16,000 rubles there and back. If you want to save money, then the cheapest way is to take a reserved seat to Minsk, and then to Warsaw (see below).
– By bus It will be cheaper, from 6,000 rubles there and back.
– But it’s still more convenient to buy a ticket for airplane. Flights from Moscow to Warsaw cost about 10,000 rubles round trip.
Russia. From Russian cities to Warsaw
- Most cheap way– this is a plane + a bus. Flight to Kaliningrad, from there by bus to Warsaw. Cheap flights are looking for
From Minsk to Warsaw.
– By train via Brest. There is no direct train from Minsk to Warsaw yet, and tickets for the passing train from Moscow are expensive. However, there is a cheap way: buy a single ticket from Minsk to Warsaw on trains 727 and 127. The price is about 35 euros round trip. There will be a transfer in Brest - usually on the same platform, so we simply change to the train on the other side of the platform. Customs and passport checks will be right on the train. It is better to buy tickets immediately there and back. Or return tickets can only be purchased at the ticket office in Warsaw; they are not sold online. Return trains from Warsaw to Minsk are 128 and 728.
– Buses Minsk – Warsaw. There are direct and connecting flights.
Ukraine:
– From Lviv Buses travel to Warsaw from 7 to 10 hours. There are many buses, compare prices using a search engine.
– To Warsaw from Kyiv The fastest way to travel is by plane: there are flights airlines RyanAir, Wizzair and Ukraine International Airlines. The cheapest way to get there is by bus - bus ticket prices start from 25 euros.
From Riga to Warsaw– from 30 euros by bus.
Estania. From Tallinn– from 40 euros by bus.

Warsaw's bus and train station are located in the city center, and planes arrive at international Airport Chopin.

How to get to Warsaw from Chopin Airport

The cheapest way to get from the airport is by bus 175. Travel time is about 40 minutes, tickets are sold at the stop. It’s convenient that you don’t have to change the currency; you can pay at the machine with a bank card. Tickets are sold for a certain time, during which you can change to another transport.

My trip to Warsaw was a pleasant and amazing surprise for me and added another city to the list of my favorites, where I will certainly return. Poland and Warsaw are associated by many with military events, occupation, communism and concentration camps. But the city turned out to be surprisingly interesting, with beautiful architecture and rich culture. Most of all I was captivated by the majestic castles and palaces with gardens and parks, but of course the historical and central part of the city deserve special attention and walks.

Traditionally, many tourists get acquainted with European city starts from its historical center.

Old city Warsaw is a priceless monument world heritage UNESCO and has been preserving the history of its streets and alleys for more than 700 years.

Acquaintance with the Old Town begins from Castle Square, where the Royal Palace and Sigismund's Column are located - a meeting place for tourists and residents of Warsaw. Walking along the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, we find ourselves on Market Square, where the symbol of the city is located - the monument to the Mermaid (Siren). According to legend,

Dungeons of the Old Town of Warsaw

Dungeons and cellars are a separate part of the Old Town, storing interesting legends and secrets. One of these legends is dedicated to a basement on the corner of KrzyveKolo street, where a creature named Basilisk lived. He guarded the treasures stored there and turned anyone who tried to get close to them into stone. But one day, a clever wanderer showed the monster his own reflection in the mirror, which greatly frightened him; the Basilisk itself was petrified by what he saw and ceased to be a threat to the inhabitants of the city.

The underground places of Warsaw have preserved the history of more than 700 years and the events of the Second World War.

Here are some of their addresses where you can feel the mysterious and ancient atmosphere:

Old Town Market (28-42)
St. Brzozova, 11/13
St. Świętojanska 8

10 free museums in Warsaw

1. Frederic Chopin Museum– modern, with multimedia and exhibits dedicated to Chopin (his last piano, bonbonniere, mask and cast of the composer’s hand).

Details on the website chopin.museum.pl
On Sundays admission is free.

2. Museum of the Warsaw Uprising is one of the most popular multimedia museums, where you can learn about the German-occupied city and the post-war communist regime of the inhabitants of Warsaw. The museum hosts lectures, theatrical performances, concerts, and film screenings (for example, the three-dimensional film “City of Ruins” about the reconstruction of a destroyed city).

Museum website www.1941.pl. Admission is free on Sundays. And at the museum there is a Rose Garden and a plein air gallery, where I recommend viewing the paintings of leading Polish graphic artists.

3. Museum of Modern Art located in a pavilion with an interesting design, where you can not only visit interesting exhibitions, but also read books by artists and architects for free.

Museum website https://artmuseum.pl/en
Admission is free on all days, closed on Mondays.

4. Museum of the Palace of King John III in Wilanow. Wilanow is called the Polish Versailles due to the architecture of the palace and summer residence of the Polish king in the Baroque style, beautiful park with many sculptures and landscape decorations and a romantic garden by the lake.

The museum of the palace and favorite residence of the Polish king can be visited free of charge on Thursdays, and details can be found on the website www.wilanow-palac.art.pl

5. Museum in Royal Lazienki – summer residence the last Polish king and, due to its location on the edge of the lake, is nicknamed the palace on the island. In addition to the museum itself, I recommend taking a walk through the wonderful park and visiting all the ancient buildings on its territory - the Amphitheater, the Old Orangery, the Belvedere and the Myslewicki Palace.

Museum website www.lazienki-krolewskie.pl

6. Museum of the History of Polish Jews features 8 multimedia galleries telling the stories of the Jewish people, from the first settlements to modern communities.

Museum website www.polin.pl
Free entry on Thursdays.

7. Warsaw National Museum has collected one of the largest collections of works of Polish and world art - ancient and modern painting, sculpture, graphics, photography and design. What makes the museum unique is its LED lighting system for better presentation of the merits of each painting.

Museum website www.mnw.art.pl
Free entry on Tuesdays.

8. Museum in the Royal Castle– you will be able to see paintings by the legendary artist Rembrandt.

More details on the website www.zamek-korolevski.pl. On Sundays admission is free.

9. Poster Museum is located on the grounds of the Wilanova Palace and offers visitors a large collection of posters and postcards by Polish authors and artists from around the world, including Andy Warhol and Picasso.

Museum website http://www.postermuseum.pl
Admission is free on Mondays.

10. Center for Contemporary Art at Ujazdowski Castle is located near the park and Lazienki Palace. Here you can visit modern exhibitions and creative events, film screenings, and then relax with a glass of wine in an art cafe.

Castle website http://u-jazdowski.pl
on Thursdays admission is free.

Warsaw Chopin

Warsaw is the city of the great composer Chopin, as even the benches on all the streets in the center are reminiscent of. Wonderful benches are created not only for relaxation after walking, but also with the opportunity to listen to Chopin for free by pressing a button.

From mid-May to the end of September, free concerts with the composer's works are held on Sundays in Lazienki Park, gathering many fans of his work.

Listen to the famous composer in the main concert halls In Warsaw you can attend the annual International Music Festival “Chopin and His Europe”, more details on the website www.pl.chopin.nifc.pl/festival

For me personally, this will be one of the main reasons to return to Warsaw a second time and in warmer times.

Observation platforms

1. Library of the University of Warsaw. One of my favorite places in the city thanks to its unusual roof decorated with all kinds of flowers and plants. Admission is free, and although small height you will be able to see the panorama of Warsaw from many angles.

2. Bell tower of St. Anne's Church overlooking the Old Town - the most popular observation point among tourists and overlooking the historical part. Entrance – 5 zlotys.

3. House of Culture and Science– a preserved Stalinist high-rise building and favorite place Warsaw youth with a panorama of the modern part of the city, which can be seen by going up to the 30th floor. Entrance – 20 zlotys.

For our holiday in Warsaw, we chose the WilanowHotel desilva.pl/en/wilanow/hotel

At first we were a little confused that it was located a short distance from the center (about 9 km), but after checking in we appreciated all its advantages and were satisfied. Cozy, clean rooms, a very tasty and satisfying breakfast, and most importantly, the Wilanowski Palace with a garden located next to the hotel, which I wrote about above. Even in autumn it looked fabulous and conveyed the atmosphere of the Polish kings.

And the center and bus station were easily accessible by public transport both day and night. Highly recommend.

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Polish cuisine worth trying in Warsaw

Polish cuisine is a mixture of Ukrainian, Russian and Lithuanian, which is quite logical due to the territorial proximity and historical features.

1. Polish soups– Zhurek, mushroom in bread, kholodnik (similar to our beetroot soup)

2. Polish pies(dumplings) PolishDumplings – many fillings from meat and potato to sweet ones costing 20-30 zlotys for a large portion

3. Polish sausages(kielbasa) is no worse than the popular German ones, and in May the taste is even tastier. In general, all meat products are worth trying.

4. Potato pancakes(placzkiziemniaczane) - similar to Ukrainian and Belarusian zrazy. Served with sour cream and additives of your choice (for example, very tasty with salmon)

5. Sweet symbols of Warsaw- “vuzetki” and “zygmuntovki”, as well as the famous shortbread cookies with jam (kolaczki)

Warsaw general information about the city

Warsaw has been the capital of Poland since 1596 (officially since 1791). This is the most Big City countries both in area and in number of inhabitants. Warsaw is located on both banks of the Vistula, which divides the city into two almost equal parts. The city seemed more modern to me than ancient. However, it, of course, also has historically significant buildings, most of which you will find in the Old Town (in the Śródmieście area - Śródmieście). Most of the buildings are not original, but were restored, so during the Second World War the city suffered greatly and was then restored over the decades so that current generations have the opportunity to touch the beauty. In 1980, the historical center of Warsaw was listed cultural heritage UNESCO and is under its care.
This part of the city is truly beautiful and a must visit.

Warsaw – Sights of the old town

We were very lucky, we lived right in the Old Town, on Freta Street, thanks to which we had the opportunity to see a lot of interesting things on the way to the exhibition. Our apartment was very close to the Barbican, formerly a fortified outpost of the city, today historical monument, which, together with the fortress walls, turrets and arched passages, is one of the favorite tourist spots.

Our way to bus stop also lay through the Old Market Square (Rynek starego miasta) with many magnificent buildings and cozy cafes and Castle Square. On the triangular Castle Square there is the Royal Palace (Zamek Królewski) and in the middle the Column of Sigismund (Kolumna Zygmunta).

IN Royal Palace You can see the royal chambers, the ballroom, the castle church, etc., and also visit the art gallery.

There is also a viewing platform on Castle Square from which you can admire fantastic (I believe they must be) views of Warsaw. Unfortunately, we were in quite a bit of trouble over time, so we weren't able to personally verify that the platform was actually worth climbing.

If you just wander through the streets and alleys of the Old Town, then at every step you come across something beautiful and interesting from an architectural point of view. Among other attractions in Warsaw, for example, the Church of St. John the Baptist, the Jesuit Church and the Warsaw Bell are noteworthy.

Adjacent to the Old Town New town(Nowe Miasto), which also has a lot of interesting things (churches, castles and other interesting things). In my opinion, the Old and New Towns are best “explored” on foot.

In the evening in the New Town you can watch the free show “Singing Fountains” (I’m not sure if it’s daily, we were there on a Saturday evening). The multimedia fountain park is located on the Vistula embankment, in Podzamcze Park. The show is packed with people, so get there early if you want to get the best seats. Photos didn't turn out well 🙁

Warsaw – Other attractions

What could I recommend for sightseeing in the capital of Poland besides the Old Town?
In my opinion, worthy of a visit and inspection:
– Krakowskie Przedmieście
This is a street where you can see many majestic buildings, palaces and monuments.

- Street New World(Nowy Świat)
There are also a lot of attractions here.

– Frederic Chopin Museum
The Poles are very proud of their famous compatriot; many streets are named in his honor, as well as the Warsaw airport, there are museums and monuments.

– Marshal Josef Piłsudski Square (Plac marsz. Józefa Piłsudskiego)

This area is part of the Saxon Axis and was formerly called Saxon Square. The Saxon palace was destroyed during the war. Today, the perimeter of the square is lined with elegant hotels and other magnificent buildings.

Here you can also visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Nearby is the Saxon Park (Ogród Saski), its fountains, alleys with benches and shady trees invite relaxation.

– Palace of Culture and Science
This building is one of the symbols of Warsaw and this is the most high building in Poland (together with the spire its height is 237 meters). They say that the high-rise can be seen from any corner of the city. I believe this is true. (We, of course, did not have the opportunity to visit all parts of the city, but from where we were, it was not difficult to find the Palace of Culture and Science). The architecture of the Palace of Culture and Science should be familiar to readers; the palace was built in the style of Stalin's skyscrapers in Moscow. This is a gift from the Soviet Union to the Polish people (from time to time, during times of aggravation of political relations, proposals are made to demolish the building, fortunately, so far common sense has prevailed, and the building remains in its place as before). On one of the upper floors there is an observation deck from where you can admire a breathtaking panorama of the entire Warsaw. Unfortunately, we didn’t get there either (((

– Krasiński Park (Ogród Krasińskich) and Krasiński Palace (Pałac Krasińskich)
This park is not very large, but picturesque and cozy. The park has alleys with benches, recreation areas, children's playgrounds, green lawns, a pond with ducks and beautiful palace. Everywhere you can see parents walking with their children, people walking their dogs, young people sitting on the grass and basking in the first warm rays of the spring sun. Well, I think you understand me, here the locals find their oasis for relaxation.

Of course, the sights of Warsaw are not exhausted by this list; these are the places in the Polish capital that we were able to personally get to. There are many more interesting things, first of all this is Lazienki (palace and park complex). Well, never mind, there will be another reason to return to Warsaw.

Warsaw – How to get from the airport to the city?

You can get from the airport to the city by bus, train and taxi.
Bus number 175 runs every 20 minutes and goes to the center of Warsaw (journey time about 30-
35 minutes/direction: Lotnisko Chopina odloty - Dworzec zentralny). The stop is located immediately in front of the arrival terminal. Bus tickets can be purchased from a ticket machine at the bus stop or directly on the bus.

Suburban trains are designated by the abbreviations SKM (Szybka Kolej Miejska; Internet: www.ztm.waw.pl) and KM (Koleje Mazowieckie; Internet: www.mazowieckie.com.pl). You get to the station directly from the terminal. It's easy to find if you know where to look (after going through security and collecting your luggage, exit the arrivals area and go right). Lines of different colors are drawn on the floor at the airport to guide passengers, one of which leads to the station. I don't remember the color, but you can ask the police. They just helped us find our way))). Trains depart approximately every 30 minutes. Tickets are also sold from vending machines.
From the airport to the city we took the S2 (travel time 25 minutes/direction: Lotnisko Chopina - Warszawa Śródmieście), and then changed to the metro. Our ticket with unlimited transfers cost 4.40 zlotys each.
Tip: If you need to get to the center of Warsaw, choose a 75-minute ticket with transfers possible.

The taxi stop is located at the exit of their airport. I can’t say anything about the cost and quality of services; we didn’t use taxis in Poland.

Public transport in Warsaw

Net public transport in Warsaw includes metro, buses and trams.

Metro stations are marked with the letter “M”:

City transport in Poland is modern and works without delays. You can check the schedule at the stops. There is one very convenient application Jakdojade.pl, with which you can easily find and select suitable transport. The application can be downloaded for free.

Tickets are sold from vending machines, which are operated in Polish, English and German. You can pay with coins, banknotes or credit cards.

Warsaw has two zones: zone 1 is the city limits, including the airport, zone 2 is the suburbs. A 20-minute ticket costs 2.20 zlotys. A ticket with an unlimited number of transfers costs 20 minutes 3.40 zlotys and 75 minutes 4.40 zlotys. These tickets are only valid in zone 1.
Tickets purchased at the bus stop must be validated as soon as you board vehicle(for this purpose there are small yellow machines inside buses and trams). If tickets are purchased from a machine on a bus or tram, then they do not need to be composted. Inside, the ticket machines only accept credit cards for payment (we only came across these).

Where to eat in Warsaw? - What Polish dishes are worth trying?

The capital of Poland offers its visitors a large number of restaurants, cafes, bistros and snack bars. There are especially many of them in the city center.
You will find the best price offers in milk bars (Bar Mleczny). Today, these establishments have nothing to do with milk and offer mainly Polish cuisine. We found one such bar near our house on Freta Street. It was delicious, but the decor was cafeteria-style and not very clean.

I really liked the Piwna Kompania establishment, located under the city rampart at Podwale 25, the landmark is the Barbican:

Very fast service, despite the large number of visitors (the restaurant is wildly popular; in the evening there is a line of people wanting to get in), very tasty cuisine, a wide selection of Polish dishes and normal prices.

We ordered the signature mushroom soup, I have never tried such deliciousness:

Two bowls of soup, potato salad, a cup of tea and a glass of juice cost us 51 zloty (about $13 for two). Pretty cheap.

What Polish dishes can I recommend? Be sure to try these traditional Polish dishes: Pierogi (similar to our dumplings, available with different fillings), Bigos (stewed cabbage with meat and sausage), Zrazy (stuffed meat rolls), Żurek (potato soup , sausages and eggs), Naleśniki/naleśniki (pancakes with different fillings or gravies) and Placki ziemniaczane/placki (pancakes or just potato pancakes).
I must say that Polish cuisine is generally similar to Russian and Ukrainian, there are no special unusual things. But very tasty and satisfying. Yes, the dishes are simply gigantic, we almost always rolled out of the cafe in buns)))

Be sure to visit one of the street cafes in the Old Town. Amazing atmosphere. Prices are a little higher, but it's worth it. The cafe on Freta Street 4/6 serves delicious coffee with ginger. There is also a store with a huge assortment of coffee. You can try some “new” variety by ordering it in a cafe, and if you like the drink, you can buy it later in the store (in Polish, in the crypt)))) You can buy coffee in beans or ask for it to be ground. We took with us a couple of bags of delicious coffee flavored with ginger 😉)

By the way, I no longer ate pancakes in Warsaw, but in Krakow. (I’ll write a post about my trip to Krakow very soon.)

How to save money on a hotel or apartment on vacation?

I'm looking on the Rumguru website. It contains absolutely all discounts on hotels and apartments from 30 booking systems, including booking. I often find very profitable options, I can save from 30 to 80%

How to save on insurance?

Insurance abroad is required. Any appointment is very expensive and the only way to avoid paying out of pocket is to choose an insurance policy in advance. We have been registering on the website for many years, which give the best prices insurance and selection along with registration takes only a couple of minutes.

My conclusion: Warsaw is worth a visit. Come and see for yourself. I think that you will also like the Polish capital!!!

Among the nice amenities: peacocks walk on the grass of the park, and squirrels scamper through the trees, which you can feed with nuts purchased at the entrance.

Head of Security of the Royal Lazienki Park

A very soulful place where you can relax after an eventful day, listen to music and wander through quiet alleys.

Night life. Bars in Warsaw

For those who can’t sleep and go to bars/clubs/restaurants, we can recommend several popular Warsaw places:

Bar "Piw Paw"

Day 2

Breakfast

In Poland they love and make delicious donuts, and the most delicious donuts in Warsaw, according to many, in a confectionery that has been operating for 120 years. This is where our breakfast will be.

Walk along the Vistula on a river bus

If you are in Warsaw from May to August on weekends or holidays, then in the first half you can sit on water bus, which runs along the Vistula River from Czerniawski Cape (Cypel Czerniakowski) to the Poniatowski Bridge.

There are only 4 flights per day, the first at 11:00, the last at 17:00, a ticket can be bought on board, its cost is 18 PLN (in the new season of 2016 it may increase slightly)

An alternative way to start the second day: climb the observation deck Palace of Culture and Science, which is located on the 43rd floor of a Stalinist high-rise building that is so familiar to Russian eyes, which was once donated by the USSR to friendly Poland and became one of the main sights of Warsaw.
Ticket price for adults is 20 zlotys.

Copernicus Science Center

Copernicus Science Center

Fans of interactive experimental museums will be stunned with delight in this place.
Get to Copernicus Science Center You can take buses 118, 127 to the Biblioteka Uniwersytecka stop, by bus 185, 102, 105, 162 to the Pomnik Syreny stop.

Copernicus Science Center

All exhibits in Copernicus are educational and require your personal participation.

Ticket prices in Copernicus Science Center vary depending on what you want to visit and start from 18 zlotys.

Final evening. Warsaw Restaurants

We will end the trip solemnly and beautifully, so we will go to a restaurant.

Options:

According to one of the American publications, included in 60 best restaurants world of Boat House (prices for such a title are quite adequate).
National restaurant Stary Dom

Restaurant "Stary Dom"

3. TripAdvisor favorite, national restaurant Zapiecek Polskie Pierogarnie

P.S. If Poland is called the “Cinderella of the European Union”, then Warsaw- it’s more like a Phoenix, which, through the efforts of the townspeople, was reborn from complete ashes after the Second World War. Now she is beautiful European capital, which has both the Old Town and a quarter with modern skyscrapers, and scientific centers, and parks with castles, and a bunch of other attractions, and most importantly, and this is felt, the love of the residents for their city, which is passed on to travelers.

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