Old Town Warsaw Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Warsaw featuring a square or plaza and a city
Old Town Warsaw
Warsaw Uprising Monument showing a statue or sculpture
Old Town Market Place featuring heritage elements
Old Town Market Place featuring heritage elements and markets

Admire beautiful city squares, visit a royal castle and embrace the timeless atmosphere of the historic heart of Poland's capital city.

Delve into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed squares, streets, churches and monuments that make up Warsaw’s Old Town. Devastatingly damaged during World War II, the Old Town was faithfully recreated and looks cheerful once again with its multi-colored houses.

Start in Castle Square, home to the majestic Royal Castle (Zamek Królewski). Visit the palace that housed royals from the 16th through to the 18th century and browse the fine art collection of its Castle Museum. In the square’s centre, look up at the towering column with its statue of King Zygmunt III, who made Warsaw the capital of Poland. The 72-foot (22-metre) high column and statue were erected in his honour in 1644.

Move on to the heart of Old Town in Market Square, which has been the focal point of Warsaw since the 13th century. Head to the bronze statue of the mythical Warsaw Mermaid in the centre and use her vantage point to take in the renaissance-style buildings surrounding the square. From hosting markets, political speeches and even executions in years gone past, the square is now home to a diverse range of restaurants, shops and tourist attractions.

One example is the informative Museum of Warsaw located in several of the square’s historic houses. Browse the museum’s exhibits with a huge range of artefacts relating to the city. From a viewing platform on the 5th floor, take in the delightful views over Market Square and the roofs of the Old Town. Another attraction in the square is the Adam Mickiewicz Literature Museum, named after the country’s most celebrated writer.

Get in touch with the spiritual side of this devoutly Catholic city by visiting St. John’s Cathedral. The cathedral was originally established in the 14th century, but had to be rebuilt after wartime damage. Many famous people from Poland’s history are buried in its crypt and tombs. The nearby Shrine of Our Lady of Grace is a smaller but still delicately adorned religious building.

Warsaw’s Old Town is easy to reach on foot from all the central hotels in Warsaw. Trams and buses provide the best public transportation options, with stops just below Castle Square.


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Our pick of the best Old Town Warsaw Hotel Deals

Hotel Verte, Warsaw, Autograph Collection

Hotel Verte, Warsaw, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Podwale 3/5, Warsaw
The price is AU$354 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$354
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Warsaw. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (254 reviews)
"Hotel Verte in Warsaw is a beautifully restored hotel in the heart Warsaw. I highly recommend the property for travelers visiting Warsaw."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hotel Verte, Warsaw, Autograph Collection
Castle Inn

Castle Inn

3 out of 5
Swietojanska 2, Warsaw, Masovia
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Warsaw. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (933 reviews)
"Good location. Good dining area. Walkable or public transport good."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Castle Inn
MONDRIAN Luxury Suites & Apartments Old Town Market Square

MONDRIAN Luxury Suites & Apartments Old Town Market Square

5 out of 5
Rynek Starego Miasta 1/3, Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship
The price is AU$277 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$277
per night
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Warsaw. Enjoy room service, airport drop-off service (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (374 reviews)
Fantastic location and property
"Outstanding apartment, beautifully decorated and with a great location right on the main square of the old town. Has all the needed amenities, definitely a step up over pretty much any hotel. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

MONDRIAN Luxury Suites & Apartments Old Town Market Square
Warsaw Presidential Hotel

Warsaw Presidential Hotel

5 out of 5
Aleje Jerozolimskie 65-79, Warsaw, Masovia
The price is AU$176 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$176
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Warsaw. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,022 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Warsaw Presidential Hotel
Holiday Inn Warsaw City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Warsaw City Centre by IHG

3 out of 5
Ui Street Twarda 52, Warsaw, Masovia
The price is AU$112 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$112
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Warsaw. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Friendly staff. Clean rooms, comfortable mattress. Although when neighboring room close door, it tends to vibrate the walls/bed. It could have some better noise-proofing. It is walkable to many dining and tourist attractions and museums."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Warsaw City Centre by IHG
Polonia Palace Hotel

Polonia Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Jerozolimskie Av. 45, Warsaw, Masovia
The price is AU$164 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$164
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Warsaw. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,504 reviews)
excellent hotel
"top notch all the way."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Polonia Palace Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Warsaw

Warsaw which includes modern architecture

Muranow

Noted for its historical sites and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Muranow. Top attractions like POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews and Arkadia Shopping Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dzika 04 Tram Stop or Dzika 03 Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Muranow
Warsaw which includes modern architecture and a city

Śródmieście Północne

While you're in Śródmieście Północne, take in top sights like Tomb of Unknown Soldier or Copernicus Monument, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Metro Świętokrzyska 05 Tram Stop or Świętokrzyska Station.

Śródmieście Północne
Copernicus Science Centre which includes modern architecture

Powisle

Well liked for its museums and riverfront, Powisle is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like University of Warsaw Library and Copernicus Science Centre, and jump on the metro at Centrum Nauki Kopernik Station to get around the city.

Powisle
Poland featuring a statue or sculpture and a bridge

Praga

Historical sites, river views and shopping highlight some notable features of Praga. Make a stop by Galeria Wileńska or The Holy Cross Bridge while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stadion Narodowy Station or Ząbkowska 04 Tram Stop to get around town.

Praga
Poland featuring a statue or sculpture and a bridge

Praga Polnoc

Historical sites, shopping and river views highlight some notable features of Praga Polnoc. Make a stop by Warsaw Zoo or Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rondo Starzyńskiego 08 Tram Stop or Rondo Starzyńskiego 07 Tram Stop to get around town.

Praga Polnoc
Warsaw featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Srodmiescie

4.5/5(69 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Vitkac to Charles de Gaulle Roundabout – discover Srodmiescie, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Srodmiescie


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