Rakowiec Travel Guide
Warsaw
Popular places to visit
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.
Old Town Market Place
The heart of Warsaw’s Old Town, this lively square is lined with picturesque buildings from the 1600s and 1700s.
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
Warsaw Old Town & History of Poland with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Warsaw: Palace of Culture and Science Tour with Terrace
Warsaw: Polish Vodka Museum Tour with Tasting
Warsaw: Museum of Life Under Communism Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Rakowiec
Warsaw Presidential Hotel
Amazing hotel with an excellent view.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
InterContinental Warsaw by IHG
The room was clean staff were great. But no 2nd duvet in a room sleeping four. The fridge was barley working. Small nit picks in an otherwise great hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
PURO Warszawa Centrum
Rooms are comfortable, great location, helpful staff, and good food. Wonderful property.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Warsaw Airport
clean and quiet rooms with great service
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
A lovely aroma hits you the second you walk in. Room was spotless, had all the amenities and beds were very comfortable.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Warsaw City Centre by IHG
Clean and modern room, great breakfast - the staff at the reception were very welcoming :)
Reviewed on 6 Feb 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 Grzybowski Square to Vitkac – discover Centrum, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Śródmieście Południowe
If you're spending time in Śródmieście Południowe, check out sights like Vitkac or The National Museum in Warsaw 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.
