Warsaw Overview

While Warsaw has a reputation for being seriously chilly in the winter months, it can be pleasantly warm in the summer, from June to August. The summer months are the most popular time to visit, with springtime also being ideal so long as you are prepared to brave cooler temperatures and winds. Early autumn, from September to November, is also a good time to visit, where sunny days are common as well as some damp and foggy weather. more...

Warsaw Activities

Despite the devastation that took place in Warsaw during WWII, the city has managed to rebuild itself and retain just a few of its pre-war treasures. The city's architectural treasures, including the Royal Castle, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Wilanow Palace and Saint John's Cathedral, are equalled by the city's lively cultural happenings, largely staged at the National Opera and the National Theatre. more...

Warsaw Events and Festivals

Lotos Jazz Festival: known in Polish as Bielska Zadymka Jazzowa and held in late January, this jazz event features international talent, along with prominent Polish artists. more...

Warsaw Sightseeing

Situated on the border between Old Town and New Town is the Barbican, a Gothic-style building with a Renaissance roof, dating to 1548. Designed by Italian architect Jan Baptysta, it was originally constructed as part of the city wall. What you see today is mostly a reconstruction that was completed on the late 1930s and is now a popular place for artists and buskers to entertain in the summer season. more...

Warsaw Transport

Public transport in Warsaw is extensive and includes regular rail, tram, Metro and bus services. Tickets can be used on all forms of public transport, while those looking for door-to-door service can make use of the city's plentiful taxis. more...

Warsaw Travel Tips

You will find Polish people very welcoming and it is not uncommon for visitors to be invited into people's homes for a glass of herbata and some cakes. You will find friendships easy to form and visitors should take every opportunity to take advantage of this and get to know Warsaw and its people, ensuring a more memorable visit. more...