WARSAW
When traveling in Europe, it is important not to miss cities with truly royal sights. One of them is the capital of Poland - magnificent Warsaw. This is a city where mirrored skyscrapers and living quarters are in perfect harmony with fabulous palaces, picturesque squares and cozy streets. The beauty of the Vistula River gives the city a special charm.
There are several versions of the appearance of the name of this city. According to one of the most romantic of them, a long time ago the local fisherman Wars fell in love with a mermaid named Sava - the combination of these two names gave the city its name.
Having survived many conquests, Warsaw carefully preserved the most valuable things of every era. It is worth to take tours to Warsaw for holidays, wander along the streets of the Old Town and the picturesque embankment of the Vistula, take a walk through the immense Łazienki Park and see the Church of the Holy Cross, where Chopin’s heart rests. Despite the fact that the city was almost completely destroyed during the Second World War, the appearance and atmosphere of antiquity were reliably recreated in its historical quarters. The Royal Castle, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and other iconic buildings were restored according to the sketches of the 17-18 centuries.
At the beginning of the last century, Warsaw was called East Paris for its beauty and originality. The capital of Poland attracts not only architecture lovers and history connoisseurs, but it will also surely appeal to lovers of shopping and vibrant nightlife. Everyone will want to get acquainted with gastronomic sights such as “bigos” and “flakii” under the traditional “cramming” or local beer.
Despite the fact that the Polish capital is considered mainly the business center of the country, it is also famous for its sights and unique history, in which Warsaw has no analogs in all of Poland! If you want to know the soul of the Polish capital, dive into the streets of the Old Town. Here you need to see the Royal Castle, Market Square, Warsaw Barbican and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
The first thing that is definitely worth a visit in the city is Castle Square - the central place of the historical part of Warsaw. There is the Royal Palace - a beautiful symbol of the city, where you can visit museums and join excursions. In the same part of Warsaw, it will be possible to easily combine the useful with the pleasant: take a walk along the elegant Warsaw streets and at the same time buy something originally Polish products at the Warsaw Old Town market.
The heart of the city is the Market Square, which is surrounded by old houses with fancy multi-colored facades. The square is always crowded, coachmen await riders, artists sell their work, shopping arcades are broken.
People come for sheep cheese and a bottle (or even two!) of Żubrówka (a Polish vodka liqueur), cultural entertainment and the unique atmosphere of the Old Town. Start your walk from the Wawel Castle: say hello to the dragon, appreciate the view of the Vistula river and look at the painting "Lady with an Ermine" by Leonardo da Vinci, which is stored in the National Museum of Krakow.
To understand how the modern capital of Poland breathes, go inside the interactive physics textbook at the Copernicus Science Center, ride a gondola in the Łazienki Park and plunge into the club life of Warsaw. Finally, take a look around the whole city: the best view opens from the roof garden of the university library.
As night falls, many nightclubs and bars await guests. Warsaw is recognized as the European capital with the most affordable prices for nightclubs and parties. Warsaw offers its visitors a rich and vibrant nightlife to every taste. This is a great place for a nightlife adventure. Don’t miss this chance to plunge into this night’s atmosphere of the city, especially on Mokotowska street. The Tygmont Live club remains a popular vacation spot for music lovers and dance lovers. Several times a week, it hosts performances by popular jazz groups and interesting theme parties. Guests can enjoy not only their favorite music but also excellent treats, as well as signature cocktails in the bar. There are no licensing hours, and many bars and clubs are open until the last guest, who leave oftentimes establishments after sunrise.
Fans of shopping will not have to be bored in Warsaw - there are large shopping complexes, and luxury boutiques, and colorful markets. The most large-scale shopping center of the city is Arkadia with more than 200 shops, as well as about 30 coffee houses and restaurants. They are open on its territory so that shoppers enjoy this process without worrying about where to take a break for a while. In addition to a variety of shops, souvenir shops, and restaurants, the Blue City Center has an excellent entertainment center for children Magic City. So, if you plan a family holiday in Warsaw and want to go shopping, your children will be under supervision. For souvenirs, it is best to go to the Cepelia store, which presents the work of local artisans. Interesting home decorations, amulets and handmade items of national clothing will be the best memorable gifts.
Take a walk to the fairs and open markets of young Polish designers. You can buy everything on them - from T-shirts and underpants to various accessories, household utensils, furniture, and even plants. If you are a fan of used goods, collectibles, antiques, and vintage clothing, there is only one flea market in Warsaw – this is the largest one in Poland. Here you can find everything: books, antique watches, porcelain, furniture, carpets, cameras and other things that have been gathering dust in the cabinets of Warsaw's grandmothers for years. Opening hours: from 6:00 to 15:00 on Saturdays and Sundays. During the sales period, discounts on some collections of favorite companies may reach up to 80%.
Airlines: Several airlines operate from any part of the world, including the USA, Europe, etc. We will always offer you the flights to Warsaw at the best prices.
Airport: Warsaw Chopin Airport
Distance from Airport: about 20 min (about 10 km)
Language: Polish
Timezone: Central European Time Zone
Population: around 1.7 mln
Passport: Valid passport or visa is mandatory
Tourist visa: Not required for stays under 90 days
Currency: Zloty/Euro
Tipping: Not obligatory, but very common to give 5-10% of the bill.
Sat only: to book seats only – please find our link to great fares: www.aventura.is
Tourist tax: 5% of the room rate
Water: Tap water is officially safe to drink
Electricity: 230V, 50Hz AC. Plug sockets are round with two round-pin sockets
1. Walk among skyscrapers. Looking at the pictures of the Old Town, you might think that Warsaw is a small calm town with colorful houses. This, of course, is true, but only in part. Warsaw is still the capital, and to be convinced of this, it is enough to go to the modern district and be among the skyscrapers. The tallest building, the Palace of Culture and Science, is surrounded by modern buildings made of glass and concrete. It is especially nice to walk there in the evening when the lights appear.
2. Walk in the garden on the roof. Warsaw University has a rooftop library with a garden, one of the largest rooftop gardens in Europe. A variety of plants grow on two levels, paths are laid, benches stand. Here you can not only admire flowering plants, but also overlook the city. Admission is free, the garden is open from April to October.
3. Make a desire at a bell. After delving into the Old City, behind the Cathedral, you can find a small square in the shape of a triangle - the square of Canonia. Previously, a cemetery was located on this place, now only sculpture of the Virgin resembles it. The narrowest house in Warsaw hid there - the width of the facade does not exceed 2m. In the middle of the square, there is a bell cast in the 17th century. It is believed that if you make a wish and walk around the bell three times, it will come true.
There are several versions of the appearance of the name of this city. According to one of the most romantic of them, a long time ago the local fisherman Wars fell in love with a mermaid named Sava - the combination of these two names gave the city its name.
Having survived many conquests, Warsaw carefully preserved the most valuable things of every era. It is worth to take tours to Warsaw for holidays, wander along the streets of the Old Town and the picturesque embankment of the Vistula, take a walk through the immense Łazienki Park and see the Church of the Holy Cross, where Chopin’s heart rests. Despite the fact that the city was almost completely destroyed during the Second World War, the appearance and atmosphere of antiquity were reliably recreated in its historical quarters. The Royal Castle, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and other iconic buildings were restored according to the sketches of the 17-18 centuries.
At the beginning of the last century, Warsaw was called East Paris for its beauty and originality. The capital of Poland attracts not only architecture lovers and history connoisseurs, but it will also surely appeal to lovers of shopping and vibrant nightlife. Everyone will want to get acquainted with gastronomic sights such as “bigos” and “flakii” under the traditional “cramming” or local beer.
What to visit?
Despite the fact that the Polish capital is considered mainly the business center of the country, it is also famous for its sights and unique history, in which Warsaw has no analogs in all of Poland! If you want to know the soul of the Polish capital, dive into the streets of the Old Town. Here you need to see the Royal Castle, Market Square, Warsaw Barbican and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
The first thing that is definitely worth a visit in the city is Castle Square - the central place of the historical part of Warsaw. There is the Royal Palace - a beautiful symbol of the city, where you can visit museums and join excursions. In the same part of Warsaw, it will be possible to easily combine the useful with the pleasant: take a walk along the elegant Warsaw streets and at the same time buy something originally Polish products at the Warsaw Old Town market.
The heart of the city is the Market Square, which is surrounded by old houses with fancy multi-colored facades. The square is always crowded, coachmen await riders, artists sell their work, shopping arcades are broken.
People come for sheep cheese and a bottle (or even two!) of Żubrówka (a Polish vodka liqueur), cultural entertainment and the unique atmosphere of the Old Town. Start your walk from the Wawel Castle: say hello to the dragon, appreciate the view of the Vistula river and look at the painting "Lady with an Ermine" by Leonardo da Vinci, which is stored in the National Museum of Krakow.
To understand how the modern capital of Poland breathes, go inside the interactive physics textbook at the Copernicus Science Center, ride a gondola in the Łazienki Park and plunge into the club life of Warsaw. Finally, take a look around the whole city: the best view opens from the roof garden of the university library.
Nightlife
As night falls, many nightclubs and bars await guests. Warsaw is recognized as the European capital with the most affordable prices for nightclubs and parties. Warsaw offers its visitors a rich and vibrant nightlife to every taste. This is a great place for a nightlife adventure. Don’t miss this chance to plunge into this night’s atmosphere of the city, especially on Mokotowska street. The Tygmont Live club remains a popular vacation spot for music lovers and dance lovers. Several times a week, it hosts performances by popular jazz groups and interesting theme parties. Guests can enjoy not only their favorite music but also excellent treats, as well as signature cocktails in the bar. There are no licensing hours, and many bars and clubs are open until the last guest, who leave oftentimes establishments after sunrise.
Shopping
Fans of shopping will not have to be bored in Warsaw - there are large shopping complexes, and luxury boutiques, and colorful markets. The most large-scale shopping center of the city is Arkadia with more than 200 shops, as well as about 30 coffee houses and restaurants. They are open on its territory so that shoppers enjoy this process without worrying about where to take a break for a while. In addition to a variety of shops, souvenir shops, and restaurants, the Blue City Center has an excellent entertainment center for children Magic City. So, if you plan a family holiday in Warsaw and want to go shopping, your children will be under supervision. For souvenirs, it is best to go to the Cepelia store, which presents the work of local artisans. Interesting home decorations, amulets and handmade items of national clothing will be the best memorable gifts.
Take a walk to the fairs and open markets of young Polish designers. You can buy everything on them - from T-shirts and underpants to various accessories, household utensils, furniture, and even plants. If you are a fan of used goods, collectibles, antiques, and vintage clothing, there is only one flea market in Warsaw – this is the largest one in Poland. Here you can find everything: books, antique watches, porcelain, furniture, carpets, cameras and other things that have been gathering dust in the cabinets of Warsaw's grandmothers for years. Opening hours: from 6:00 to 15:00 on Saturdays and Sundays. During the sales period, discounts on some collections of favorite companies may reach up to 80%.
Good to know
Airlines: Several airlines operate from any part of the world, including the USA, Europe, etc. We will always offer you the flights to Warsaw at the best prices.
Airport: Warsaw Chopin Airport
Distance from Airport: about 20 min (about 10 km)
Language: Polish
Timezone: Central European Time Zone
Population: around 1.7 mln
Passport: Valid passport or visa is mandatory
Tourist visa: Not required for stays under 90 days
Currency: Zloty/Euro
Tipping: Not obligatory, but very common to give 5-10% of the bill.
Sat only: to book seats only – please find our link to great fares: www.aventura.is
Tourist tax: 5% of the room rate
Water: Tap water is officially safe to drink
Electricity: 230V, 50Hz AC. Plug sockets are round with two round-pin sockets
Things to do
1. Walk among skyscrapers. Looking at the pictures of the Old Town, you might think that Warsaw is a small calm town with colorful houses. This, of course, is true, but only in part. Warsaw is still the capital, and to be convinced of this, it is enough to go to the modern district and be among the skyscrapers. The tallest building, the Palace of Culture and Science, is surrounded by modern buildings made of glass and concrete. It is especially nice to walk there in the evening when the lights appear.
2. Walk in the garden on the roof. Warsaw University has a rooftop library with a garden, one of the largest rooftop gardens in Europe. A variety of plants grow on two levels, paths are laid, benches stand. Here you can not only admire flowering plants, but also overlook the city. Admission is free, the garden is open from April to October.
3. Make a desire at a bell. After delving into the Old City, behind the Cathedral, you can find a small square in the shape of a triangle - the square of Canonia. Previously, a cemetery was located on this place, now only sculpture of the Virgin resembles it. The narrowest house in Warsaw hid there - the width of the facade does not exceed 2m. In the middle of the square, there is a bell cast in the 17th century. It is believed that if you make a wish and walk around the bell three times, it will come true.
