Warsaw has a fantastic range of museums from the UNESCO-listed Royal Castle to the award-winning POLIN Museum, there is something to fascinate every visitor.
Royal Castle
Meticulously reconstructed in the 1970s to its baroque splendour, this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of Warsaw’s must-see attractions. Read More
Warsaw Rising Museum
One of the city’s most compelling museums, Warsaw Rising tells the story of the Polish underground and the 63-day resistance against the Germany occupation. Read More
Łazienki Park
If you want a break from the urban bustle, then Łazienki Park, to the south of Warsaw, is a large and beautiful complex of public gardens and stately buildings. Read More
POLIN Museum
First opened in 2013, The POLIN Museum of the History of the Polish Jews is an award-winning attraction housed in one of Warsaw’s most fantastic buildings. Read More
Warsaw Holiday Essentials
- Where To Stay In Warsaw: Find available Warsaw hotels on Booking.com – you can usually reserve with no upfront payment. Pay when you check out and, if necessary, cancel for free.
- Things To Do In Warsaw: Get to know Warsaw with a professional guided tour – Get Your Guide has a large range of activities, including river tours and day trips.
- Flights to Warsaw: Find Warsaw flights with 12go - a single search shows times and prices from all available airlines for your trip, saving you time and money.
- Warsaw Packing List: Don’t forget to take any of the essentials with our comprehensive Packing List For Poland.
- Travel Insurance: World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world.
Copernicus Science Centre
The Copernicus Science Centre and Planetarium is a fun, hands-on museum, designed to give kids a practical engagement with scientific principles. Read More
Fryderyk Chopin Museum
Fryderyk Chopin was a key creative figure in Poland’s quest for independence. This state-of-the-art museum takes a comprehensive look at his life and work. Read More
Museum of Warsaw
Covering the entire top end of the Old Town Market Square, the Museum of Warsaw tells the story of the city through an innovative use of everyday objects. Read More
National Museum
Poland’s largest museum is a showcase of the country’s artistic heritage, it also features a unique collection of Medieval Nubian painting and international works. Read More
Neon Museum
Located in the Praga district, the Neon Museum is a small but beautiful collection from the golden age of Warsaw lighting. As much archive and art project as museum. Read More
Polish Vodka Museum
With a workshop and event space, the Polish Vodka Museum also has a handful of really nice bars and a foundation dedicated to the history of the mighty Polish spirit. Read More
Museum of Life Under Communism
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Experience life in Cold War-era Warsaw in the fascinating Museum of Life Under Communism, a compelling collection from a contradictory time for Poland. Read More
Warsaw Itineraries
See our range of itineraries to suit your stay in Warsaw:
- Warsaw One-Day Itinerary
This tour is for visitors to Warsaw with limited time who want to get a flavour of the city. Here, you’ll find a window into the history and culture of Warsaw. - Warsaw Two-Day Itinerary
Warsaw is packed with things to do, but you can still see a lot in two days. This itinerary is perfect for getting the most out of two full days, such as a long weekend. - Warsaw Weekend Itinerary
With regular flights, excellent restaurants, and world-class museums, palaces, and parklands, Warsaw is a vibrant European capital, perfect for a weekend getaway. This itinerary contains suggestions for a great getaway Warsaw itinerary. - Warsaw Three-Day Itinerary
This three-day schedule includes many key attractions, such as the Royal Route and the Old Town, as well as a mix of classic and contemporary Warsaw. But a day trip to Kraków is also part of this itinerary. - Sightseeing In Warsaw
This page summarises the key attractions you won’t want to miss during your trip to Warsaw, with information on how to visit them. - Things To Do In Warsaw
This page is full of suggestions for some essential and fun things to see and do in Warsaw. Here, we offer an overview of different activities and link out to where you can find out more information.
Museums In Warsaw Map
You can find all the locations listed above in the Warsaw map below.
Each type of landmark has a different colour marker on the map:
- YELLOW: Warsaw Sightseeing
- BLUE: Warsaw Hotels
- RED: Warsaw Places To Eat – Michelin restaurants are DARK RED
- ORANGE: Warsaw Nightlife
- PURPLE: Shopping In Warsaw
- GREEN: Warsaw Transportation
Click on a marker and it will give you the name of the landmark, with a brief description and links for more information and directions. You can pan, scroll, and zoom around the map, or use the + or – buttons in the bottom left of the map to zoom in and out.
Click on the icon in the top left corner for an index of every location, sorted by category. Scroll down or use the map search (the magnifying glass icon) to find the place you want. Click the name of the place in the list. Its location pin will be highlighted on the map.
Each category is on a different layer, which can be switched on and off. So you can just see the Hotel or Restaurant pins, for example.
If you are using the map on your phone, open the Visit Warsaw map and then search for the name of the place. The map will then zoom in on its location.
Start Planning Your Warsaw Trip Now!
:: Get to know Warsaw with a professional guided tour – Get Your Guide has a large range of activities, including harbour tours and day trips.
:: Find available Warsaw hotels on Booking.com – you can usually reserve with no upfront payment. Pay when you check out and, if necessary, cancel for free.
:: Find Warsaw flights with 12go - a single search shows times and prices from all available airlines for your trip, saving you time and money.
:: An airport transfer is the hassle-free way to arrive. A driver will meet you in Arrivals and take you direct to your hotel.
:: World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world.
