The phoenix city
Welcome to Warsaw, the vibrant capital of Poland!
Nestled in the heart of East-Central Poland, Warsaw is a city steeped in history and culture. From its stunning Old Town, which has been beautifully reconstructed after being destroyed during World War II, to its grand Royal Castle and picturesque Lazienki Palace and Park, Warsaw is a feast for the eyes.
But Warsaw is much more than just a city of history and heritage. It is also a thriving metropolis, known for its dynamic business and financial sector, as well as its lively cultural scene. With numerous museums, galleries, and theaters, Warsaw is a city that truly has something for everyone. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or are a seasoned traveler, Warsaw is a destination that will not disappoint. So why not book your trip today and discover the many wonders of this fascinating city for yourself?
Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Warsaw’s rich culture, history, and architecture. Visit the Old Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and take a stroll along the Royal Route, where you can see some of the city’s most iconic landmarks such as the Royal Castle, St. Anne’s Church, and the Presidential Palace.
Take a break from sightseeing and indulge in some of the city’s delicious traditional cuisine, such as Pierogi dumplings, Kotlet Schabowy or Bigos.
Warsaw is also well-connected to other parts of Poland and Europe, with excellent transportation links including an international airport and numerous bus and train connections. So why not make Warsaw your next destination and experience all that this amazing city has to offer.
Green space
Warsaw is blessed with beautiful parklands with green space covering almost a quarter of the city’s total area. These range from small neighbourhood parks and green spaces along streets or in courtyards, to tree-lined avenues, large historic parks, nature conservation areas and urban forests at the fringe of the city. The best-known green areas in Warsaw are Łazienki Park, Saxon Garden and Krasiński Garden, other favourite outdoor spots include a stroll beside the Vistula River and the rooftop garden of the University Library.
Łazienki Park is the biggest and most popular park in the city and it provides visitors with many things to explore. During a walk around the 76 hectares park, you’ll see the Art Nouveau Chopin monument, a classicist amphitheatre, summer houses, pavilions, cafes & restaurants, lakes, the English garden, an Old Orangery, palaces and much more. There’s so much to see that it is possible to spend the full day in the park.
Warsaw has changed rapidly over the past two decades and can now compete with most European cities, particularly with its incredible selection of restaurants. The days when milk bars were once the norm are well over. Cool cafes, trendy bars, craft beer bars and buzzing night clubs complement the great dining spots and theatres. Warsaw is a city that knows how to let its hair down and you will not be disappointed with the nightlife scene.
The best way to see Warsaw is to take a tour. You’ll find a good selection below such as the Retro Bus Tour, the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews and the Polish Vodka Museum.
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See all the highlights of Warsaw on a private tour! Explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts about what makes it so special.
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This fascinating historical museum presents over 1,000 years of Jewish life in Poland. It allows visitors to explore past and present Jewish culture, providing a counterpoint to the stereotypes, xenophobia, and nationalistic prejudice threatening today’s societies. POLIN promotes openness, tolerance, and truth, contributing to the mutual understanding and respect between Polish and Jewish people.
Your guide will pick you up with a communist minibus and let you experience a less touristy Warsaw together with three pubs, where you will feel the authentic nightlife of Warsaw. See the communist city centre, the Praga district, the Vistula River and many other symbols of Warsaw while listening to interesting stories and anecdotes. Three vodka shots are included in the tour price.
If traditional sightseeing tours bore you to tears, give this one a whirl. Bump and rumble around Warsaw’s Praga district in a retro bus, while your driver reveals the quirkier side of the Polish capital and its culture. You’ll stop by some of the city’s must-see landmarks like the Wedel Chocolate Factory, Warsaw Vodka Factory “Koneser", Praga’s incredible street murals, and loads more.
Can you believe your eyes, or is it all a trick of the mind? Give your brain cells something fun to puzzle over, and take some amazing photos. This interactive museum is packed with dazzling illusions. Will you find the way out of the mirror maze? Stargaze through a giant telescope, brave a walk in a vortex tunnel full of spinning lights, and explore over 50 exhibits to pique your curiosity and get you pondering about time and space. Cosmos Museum is great fun in Warsaw for adults and kids alike – everything is interactive!
Its origins are fiercely debated, but one thing’s for sure: In Poland, they know their vodka (wódka, if we’re getting technical). The Polish Vodka Museum traces the history of vodka and its importance in Polish culture. On this guided tour you’ll hear about famous brands and the story behind the museum’s neo-Gothic home. Learn about the raw ingredients and distillation process required to make the finest Polish vodka, and taste three different variations. Even opt for a connoisseur tasting!
It is a unique opportunity to experience a Chopin concert in an intimate atmosphere. Listen to the composer’s famous works in the city that he spent the first 20 years of his life. The outstanding interpretations during the one-hour concertwill take you on a journey into Chopin’s world in the Old Town of Warsaw. Currently, we invite you to our venue in The House of Literature at Krakowskie Przedmieście 87/89, Warsaw. During the concert, you will have the unique opportunity to take part in a live music event in the art deco style venue. After a warm welcome from the host, you will enjoy a magical night with a typical Polish drink in hand!
Can you trust your mind and senses? See it for yourself by visiting the interactive exhibition in the World of Illusion Museum right in the heart of the Old Town Square in Warsaw. Immerse yourself in the endless range of reflections and lights in Mirrored Rooms and Matrix. Dance with colors in the Cabinet of Shadows, try to stand still in spinning Vortex Tunnel and check more than 60 exhibits in total. Last but not least, take pictures, touch everything you think you see and discover how easily your mind can be tricked!
Prepare yourself to live an amazing experience in Warsaw! During these Chopin concerts the intimate 19th century musical salon performances, crystal mirrors, chandeliers, and stylish decorations contribute to a unique atmosphere. Performing professors come from Fryderyk Chopin Warsaw University, Julliard School (New York), Royal Academy of Music (London), and the University of Music in Vienna. There will be joining also all winners/ participants of international piano competitions, famous laureates, and other world-renowned pianists. Recitals feature Chopin’s most famous compositions. Famous Revolutionary Étude, Polonaise in A flat major “Heroic”, “Rain Prelude”, virtuoso études, nocturnes, and many others.
This tour gives you the possibility to get to know in a quick and comfortable way almost the whole Polish capital with a licensed guide. The tour includes: the Royal Lazienki Park which consists of the Royal Gardens that have been existing there since the 18th century, the Frederic Chopin’s monument to Poland’s most famous composer and one of the greatest in the world, the Palace on the Isle whose origins are dated back to the late seventeenth century, the Old Orangery where the Royal Theatre is situated (it is one of the few authentic eighteenth-century court theatres in Europe that survived) & much more…
Can you trust your mind and senses? See it for yourself by visiting the interactive exhibition in the World of Illusion Museum right in the heart of the Old Town Square in Warsaw. Immerse yourself in the endless range of reflections and lights in Mirrored Rooms and Matrix. Dance with colors in the Cabinet of Shadows, try to stand still in spinning Vortex Tunnel and check more than 60 exhibits in total. Last but not least, take pictures, touch everything you think you see and discover how easily your mind can be tricked!
Get to know Warsaw in a fun way! Discover the wonderful world of Polish vodka on this guided tour. Experience Warsaw by night and visit the city’s best shot bars. You will have the chance to try 6-7 shots of the classic alcohols in the most popular local bar. These days Warsaw’s shot bar scene is flourishing, much like it did back in the 70s and 80s during communism. Your local guide will share insider stories about how life used to be back in the days, while introducing you to the world of Polish vodka. Together with the shots you’ll try two different bites of food that are typically enjoyed together with strong alcohol in Poland. Don’t miss out on this unique tour of Warsaw.
This city tour in Wroclaw starts brings you to visit all the main places in the Old Town, splendidly reconstructed after the World War II. Walking around with your guide, you’ll have the chance to admire jewels like the Town Hall, a fine example of Gothic architecture, or the impressive Museum of Wroclaw University. Then you’ll enjoy the Ostrow Tumski. The most important sight of this former island (the meaning of “ostrow")is the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Be impressed by the Gothic architecture and the largest pipe organ in Poland. See the bridge which is cherished by lovers who embellish it with lockers commemorating their love. In the end you’ll visit the Centennial Hall, an enormous building listed as UNESCO World Heritage. Bulit in the early 20th century, it serves as a place for important events, exhibitions and congreses. The illuminated fountain you’ll admire outside is one of the biggest in Europe. It has 300 water jets, which create geysers, water mists, spurts and many other shapes.
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Bialowieza National Park is a real phenomenon at a European level. The oldest national park in Poland and one of the oldest in Europe has an extremely diverse variety of flora and fauna. You will find here a whole bunch of plants and animals that occur nowhere else. According to the specialists, Białowieża Forest is home to 25,000 species of animals and more than 1,000 species of plants.