Warsaw attractions. the 15 best places in Warsaw
Warsaw is the beautiful capital of Poland and the capital of the Mazovia region. It lies in the center of the country, at the intersection of transportation routes from west to east and north to south of the European continent. Warsaw is the political, cultural and economic center of our country. But above all, it's magnificent buildings and charming corners where one spends time pleasantly. The tracts offer extraordinary walks that are a feast for the eyes. It's worth visiting Warsaw, as it's an extraordinary city where historical buildings sit side by side with modern architecture, and historic architectural structures, palaces, churches and edifices mercilessly destroyed during World War II have been very faithfully reconstructed.
Attractions in Warsaw
The beautiful monuments of Warsaw have been noticed by Unesco, as a result of which the entire Old Town of the capital has been inscribed on the prestigious World Heritage List. In addition, the Polish capital is, despite appearances, a green and attractive natural city, full of parks, gardens, reserves or bicycle paths. You should spend at least a few days to get acquainted with the most important assets and the most interesting sights and attractions of Warsaw. Get to know the best attractions of Warsaw!
1. Castle Square in Warsaw
Castle Square is one of the central squares in Warsaw, with the mighty Royal Castle open to tourists and the famousSigismund's Column and horse-drawn carriages waiting for tourists wishing to explore the Old Town
2. Market Square in Warsaw
The atmospheric Market Square is a wonderful square with the famous Warsaw Mermaid - the symbol of the city - and beautiful townhouses whose richly decorated facades are kept in warm colors of gold, brown and dirty red. There is never a shortage of people here, plus it is full of flowers, paintings and everything you would expect from a European capital.
3. Wilanow Palace
Wilanow Palace - a district of Warsaw, stands at Stanislaw Kostka Potocki Street 10/16. It is impossible to miss it, although it is located outside the center of Warsaw, it is a wonderful place, available in perfect condition, as, by the way, are most of the monuments in the capital. The palace is truly massive, richly decorated, and surrounded by a well-kept Italian garden and English park. The complex was built as the summer residence of King John III Sobieski, and today invites tourists to visit it.
4. The Royal Baths in Warsaw
Lazienki Park is a huge palace and park complex with the famous Summer Palace on the Island, which was the summer residence of King Stanislaw August Poniatowski (it was here that the famous Thursday dinners were held) and other interesting buildings. Also noteworthy in the Royal Baths Park is the Chopin Monument, where live concerts resound on summer Sunday afternoons, and nearby is the Belvedere
5. Copernicus Science Center in Warsaw
Located at 20 Wybrzeze Kosciuszkowskie Street, the Copernicus Center, known simply as Copernicus by Varsovians, is a very interesting place that attracts like a magnet, especially young people. It is possible to conduct experiments and in a bizarre way learn difficult issues, including mathematics and physics, through fun
6. Multimedia Fountain Park in Warsaw
The square of the 1st Armored Division offers an unusual attraction, it is a powerful fountain located on the Vistula River, where on weekend evenings there are interesting multimedia shows that attract crowds of onlookers
7. Warsaw Uprising Museum
At 79 Grzybowska Street, it is worth visiting the powerful and very modern Museum, which was established on the 60th anniversary of the outbreak of the uprising in the capital, in tribute to those who fought and died here. It is almost a must to go to the facility and learn about this important moment in the history of Warsaw. The tour is free on Sunday.
8. Krakowskie Przedmieście in Warsaw
Krakowskie Przedmieście is a magnificent thoroughfare with important and valuable edifices, churches, palaces and hotels, including the Presidential Palace, the Bristol Hotel and St. Anne's Church, it's a beautiful place for strolling, wonderfully lit in winter
9. The Barbican in Warsaw
Warsaw's Barbican is located in the center of the city, on Nowomiejska Street. It is a remnant of the city's former fortifications, and today you can meet artists here
10. Powązki in Warsaw
The oldest and most beautiful cemetery in the capital is preserved on Powązkowska Street, and it is also huge and hides the ashes of famous and unknown Poles. Powązki Cemetery was established in 1790. Today it is one of the most important National Necropolises!
11. Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw
The Palace of Culture and Science rises high on Plac Defilad. A relic of a bygone era, although controversial, it is one of the most important symbols of Warsaw, and the tallest building in Poland! Suffice it to say that on the 30th floor, at a height of 114 meters, you can step out onto an observation deck that offers a magnificent panorama of all of Warsaw
12. Park of Poland Suntago Water World
Park of Poland is a state-of-the-art theme amusement park in Poland, being built in Wręcza near Mszczonow, about 50 km from Warsaw. The Suntago Wodny Świat water park opened in 2020, but further plans include other theme parks with attractions known from the world's best amusement parks, along with hotels, office buildings and catering.
13. archcathedral in Warsaw
Between Warsaw's Castle Square and Market Square, on Swietojanska Street, stands the Archcathedral, a religious building reconstructed after the war. It was built in the Mazovian Gothic style, and its roots go back to the 14th century
14. Royal Wilanów Garden of Light in Warsaw
During the winter season, the Royal Garden of Light is lit up by hundreds of thousands of led lights under the Wilanów palace, pleasing the eyes on those gloomy long evenings. This is accompanied by classical music, which further enhances the exhibition. Be sure to visit here in winter!
15. Kampinos National Park
This is the second largest national park in Poland. It practically borders Warsaw and is a great place for forest walks and bike rides in nature. Definitely worth recommending here is the open-air museum in Granica, the Path to Karczmisko or the poignant Palmiry Memorial Museum, where mass murders were carried out by the Nazis during World War II.
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