Warsaw Things to Do

Jozef Pilsudski (1867-1935) is one of the greatest Polish Patriots and statesmen. Before the First World War, Pilsudski organized an army of nearly 10,000 men (the Polish Legions) to fight for the freedom of Poland. When the Fi... more

The square in front of the Royal Castle is a visitor's first view of the reconstructed Old Town and is an impressive sight dominated by Sigmund's Column towering above the beautiful Old Town houses. Now it is a hub for tourists... more

The buildings on this shady, tree-lined street were built as part of the MDM communist housing development, which was constructed on the ruins of the neighborhood following World War II. The architecturally minded will notice t... more

This lovely stone Madonna and child, called the Madonna of Passau, was sculpted by Royal Sculptor Jozef Belotti and placed in its present position in 1683 as a votive offering for King Jan III Sobieski's victory over the Turks... more

This massive glass and concrete department store looks as if it just landed. Built in 1952, apparently it was too progressive from the architectural point of view for the communist aparachiks, so they condemned it as ideologica... more

If you look to your left as you enter Plac Zamkowy (Castle Square) you will see the remains of a fourteenth century protective wall. As you cross the square you will notice the bricks under foot continue the line of the wall al... more

Ulica Chmielna (literally 'Hops Street') was developed along with Ulica Nowy during the 18th century. Before World War II, the street was crowded with theaters, restaurants and cafés. Under Communism, it was renamed Ulica Henry... more

Kamienne Schodki (Stone Steps) is one of the loveliest streets, even though it seems strange to call a street, something which is a long stretch of stairs. It leads from the Old Market Square to Brzozowa Street, and further to... more

St Anna's House is one of the very few tenement houses in the Old Market Square that survived the War mostly intact. Built in the 15th century it is a great example of the Renaissance style with a few remaining Gothic elements... more

This imposing Neo-Classical building housing Warsaw City Hall dominates the entire west side of Plac Bankowy. The group of structures was built between 1824 and 1830, to a grand design by Antonio Corazzi. They originally housed... more