Warsaw, Poland

Warsaw

A rebuilt old town next to a buzzing modern capital.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Warsaw

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the rebuilt Old Town and the Royal Castle.
  2. AfternoonVisit the POLIN Museum or the Warsaw Uprising Museum.
  3. EveningHave dinner and drinks in the Praga district or on the Vistula boulevards.

Day 2

Visit Łazienki Park and its palace on the water.

What to eat

Pierogi, żurek and a 'milk bar' lunch.

Local tips

Make the most of Warsaw

Beat the crowds

The old town is busiest on weekend afternoons.

Best photo spot

The old town from the Vistula riverbank, and the city from the Palace of Culture terrace.

Getting there

Trains from the airport take about 25 minutes. The metro and trams are easy.

Don't miss nearby

Wilanów Palace, the Polish Versailles.

Good to know

The old town was completely rebuilt after the war. The Warsaw Uprising Museum is moving and well worth a visit.

Plan your visit

Getting to Warsaw

Getting there

  • Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)8 km away
  • Łódź120 km away
  • Lublin155 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryPoland

Questions

Warsaw: good to know

Is Warsaw worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A rebuilt old town next to a buzzing modern capital.

How many days do you need in Warsaw?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Warsaw?

You can visit all year. The old town is busiest on weekend afternoons.

How do you get to Warsaw?

The nearest airport is Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), about 8 km away. Trains from the airport take about 25 minutes. The metro and trams are easy.

What is there to see near Warsaw?

Nearby hidden places include Łódź (119 km), Kazimierz Dolny (120 km) and Lublin (153 km).

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