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Warsaw walking tour & city guide

A rebuilt old town and a modern skyline.

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Warsaw, Poland's capital, was almost completely destroyed in 1944 and rebuilt with remarkable care. Today its reconstructed Old Town stands beside a fast-growing modern skyline.

The Old Town

The Old Town Market Square, with its mermaid statue, and the Royal Castle were rebuilt from old paintings and photographs, earning UNESCO status. The Royal Route leads past palaces and churches.

Parks and museums

Łazienki Park has a palace on the water and free Chopin concerts in summer. The Warsaw Uprising Museum and POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews are powerful. The Palace of Culture and Science offers views over the city.

Top sights in Warsaw

  1. 1

    Old Town Market Square

    A carefully rebuilt square.

  2. 2

    Royal Castle

    The former royal residence.

  3. 3

    Łazienki Park

    A park with a palace on the water.

  4. 4

    Palace of Culture and Science

    A landmark tower.

  5. 5

    Warsaw Uprising Museum

    The story of 1944.

Food markets & where to eat in Warsaw

  1. Hala Koszyki

    A food hall in a historic market.

  2. Old Town

    Traditional Polish restaurants.

  3. Praga

    A gritty, creative district.

Food to try in Warsaw

  1. Pierogi

    Dumplings with many fillings.

  2. Bigos

    A hunter's stew of cabbage and meat.

  3. Pączki

    Filled Polish doughnuts.

Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.

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