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Wonderful Warsaw: 5 Top Things to Do

A fabulous phoenix risen from the ashes, the Polish capital impresses city-break visitors with its resilience, it's amazing history, contemporary style and zest for life. Modern Warsaw includes an impressive range of architectural styles, reflecting the city's tumultuous past and its unrivaled history of horror, heroism and hope. It is also a culinary hotspot, packed with cool restaurants, cafes and bars serving world-class international and local dishes, creative cocktails, craft beers, and vodka shots. Discover a dynamic city moving on from its troubled past by embracing its rich history and local culture. And by having the very best fun.

12 Jan 2023 4 min to read

1. Celebrate Chopin: Fryderyk Chopin Museum, the Royal Lazienki Park and the Holy Cross Church

It's impossible to visit Warsaw without picking up on the city's passion for its most famous son – the composer, Fryderyk Chopin. You'll fly into an airport named after him! And the inspirational Fryderyk Chopin Museum – re-opening after installation works on May 1, 2023 - houses a fascinating assortment of 7,500 items of Chopiniana, The collection - including musical manuscripts and precious personal items - features on the UNESCO ‘Memory of the World’ list, in recognition of its unique cultural value.

The composer, who grew up and studied music in Warsaw, literally left his heart in the city: it is buried in the beautiful, baroque Holy Cross Church. And his music is celebrated at numerous events, including the acclaimed, annual 'Chopin and his Europe' international music festival and at the open-air concerts held on summer Sundays in glorious Łazienki Park - home to the Art Nouveau Chopin monument.

Royal Lazienki Park - Wonderful Warsaw: 5 Top Things to Do

Holy Cross Church - Wonderful Warsaw: 5 Top Things to Do

2. Walk, Run or Cycle Along the Lovely Wisla River

Poland's longest river flows through the beating heart of Warsaw. Follow the atmospheric Wisla through the city to soak up all the sights on either side – mixing with the locals and enjoying delicious regional delicacies from the food trucks parked on the embankment during the summer months.

The Vistula Boulevards, a contemporary promenade dotted with waterside bars and cafes, runs along the west bank, while the eastern Praga side remains more natural, with meandering, wooded pathways leading to sandy beaches. Enjoy! Then head off to the nearby historic Old Town – a must-see delight for all visitors to Warsaw.

3. Explore the Brilliantly Reconstructed Old Town

The remarkable, 15th-century Royal Castle of Warsaw, with its famous Clock Tower, was completely destroyed during WWII – and has been miraculously rebuilt from the original castle remains. Visit the elegant state rooms and apartments, the exceptional exhibitions in the Royal Library and Museum, and the collection of beautiful paintings by world-class artists, including Canaletto and Rembrandt. Close by, the perfectly reconstructed Market Square is a fairy tale setting in which to relax with a cup of coffee and some irresistible pastries. Legend has it that a Harry-Potter-style Basilisk once lived in the square, protecting the treasures stored in a basement.

Move on through the Old Town to discover the Warsaw townhouse where Marie Curie was born – now home to The Marie Curie Museum, packed with intriguing documents, personal items, tools and photos relating to the acclaimed Nobel Prize winning scientist.

Old Town - Wonderful Warsaw: 5 Top Things to Do

Old Town 2 - Wonderful Warsaw: 5 Top Things to Do

4. Wow! Factor Views: The Palace of Science and Culture

A towering leftover from Stalin's era, the Palace of Science and Culture – known in Warsaw as PKiN - is one of the capital's most controversial buildings. Formerly nicknamed the 'Elephant in Lacy Underwear', it is now embraced as a city icon. The tallest building in Poland, it offers spectacular views of the city from the 30th-floor observation deck. Currently a vast recreation and educational facility, PKiN houses three theatres, a multiscreen cinema, a variety of museums and other tourist attractions. Plus, Warsaw's main tourist office.

Palace of Science and Culture - Wonderful Warsaw: 5 Top Things to Do

Palace of Science and Culture 2 - Wonderful Warsaw: 5 Top Things to Do

5. Welcome to the Exceptional: Radisson Collection Hotel, Warsaw

PKiN's forbidding exterior can be viewed from the warmth and comfort of the Radisson Collection Hotel, Warsaw. This outstanding, 309-roomed hotel lies in the epicenter of Warsaw's business district, just steps away from the city's charismatic Old Town and main cultural attractions. Featuring contemporary furnishings, the hotel's stylish facilities include a swimming pool, an on-site gym, and a relaxing spa. With flexible, modern event spaces, a remarkable restaurant celebrating local foodie traditions and a vibrant lobby bar, the Radisson Collection Hotel, Warsaw, is the perfect base from which to discover the very best of the fascinating Polish capital.

Or check out the elegant and welcoming Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Warsaw — conveniently located just 1 km away from the train station - within walking distance of many of the city's most famous attractions.

Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Warsaw - Facade 5

Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Warsaw - Familly dinner

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