Rakowiec Travel Guide
Warsaw
Popular places to visit
Old Town Market Place
The heart of Warsaw’s Old Town, this lively square is lined with picturesque buildings from the 1600s and 1700s.
Old Town Square
Learn about the local history of Warsaw when you spend time at Old Town Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
National Stadium
Take a tour of this symbolic building, home to the Polish national football team and an important center for sports and culture in Warsaw.
Palace of Culture and Science
Admire the views from the terrace of the country’s tallest building, a controversial landmark that inspires mixed feelings from Polish citizens.
University of Warsaw
Stroll through the avenues and palaces of this historic academic institution, which has fostered two centuries of learning in Poland.
Nowy Swiat Street
This busy street has long been one of the most popular areas in the city for dining, shopping and socializing.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Warsaw Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Warsaw: Chopin Concert in the Old Town
Warsaw: POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews Ticket
Warsaw: Palace of Culture and Science Tour with Terrace
Warsaw Old Town & History of Poland with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Warsaw: Polish Vodka Museum Tour with Tasting
Top hotels in Rakowiec
Warsaw Presidential Hotel
"Right across the street from the Warsaw central train station, but quiet. Excellent location!"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
"Lively area. Rooms are spacious and staff is great. Great for work travel. I wouldnt recommend for tourist. Quite loud area."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel, an Marriott International
"Amazing staff, fantastic gym, pool, sauna and massage. View of planes taking off. Super quiet and peaceful. Stylish decor, incredible dining. Best hotel in warsaw for an early morning departure. Absolutely loved it ❤️"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Warsaw Airport
"My mom stayed there and she was happy to be helped by a young g man from Ukraine who was nice, helped her, and spoke her language which made her stay easy."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Airport Hotel Okecie
"It’s nice"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Polonia Palace Hotel
"I did not have a breakfast or parking"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rakowiec
Ochota
Noted for its shopping and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Ochota. Top attractions like Blue City and Szczesliwice Ski Slope are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hale Banacha 02 Tram Stop or Hale Banacha 01 Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Wlochy
Visitors to Wlochy love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Instytut Lotnictwa 04 Tram Stop.
Centrum
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Palace of Culture and Science to Hala Koszyki – discover Centrum, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Śródmieście Południowe
If you're spending time in Śródmieście Południowe, check out sights like Savior Square or Hala Koszyki and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Plac Konstytucji 06 Tram Stop or Plac Konstytucji 05 Tram Stop.
Mirów
While you're in Mirów, take in top sights like Food Hall Browary or Warsaw Trade Tower, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Norblin 04 Tram Stop or Norblin 03 Tram Stop.
Okęcie
Visitors to Okęcie love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Aleja Krakowska 01 Tram Stop.
