Wawer 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.
Nowy Swiat Street
This busy street has long been one of the most popular areas in the city for dining, shopping and socializing.
University of Warsaw
Stroll through the avenues and palaces of this historic academic institution, which has fostered two centuries of learning in Poland.
Things to do
Warsaw Old Town & History of Poland with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Warsaw: Palace of Culture and Science Tour with Terrace
Warsaw: Museum World of Illusion Entry Ticket
Warsaw: Polish Vodka Museum Tour with Tasting
Top hotels in Wawer
DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre Warsaw
Pyszne sniadanie
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
B&B HOTEL Warsaw East
The room was spotless, with complimentary daily bottled water and breakfast. The staff was absolutely fantastic. Perfect stay, in my opinion. I stayed for 15 days.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
Clean room. Stylish design. Great view of the city.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
InterContinental Warsaw by IHG
Room very clean, breakfast was amazing
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Warsaw Presidential Hotel
Good hotel, superb breakfast, top top location
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Warsaw Airport
Really enjoyed my stay here. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the premises are great—clean, comfortable, and well maintained. Overall a pleasant and relaxing experience. Right next to the airport! Would happily stay again.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wawer
Wilanów
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Wilanów. You might want to make time for a stop at Wilanów Palace or Natolin.
Praga Poludnie
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Praga Poludnie. Top attractions like National Stadium and Promenada Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wiatraczna 07 Tram Stop or Grenadierów 03 Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Saska Kepa
When in Saska Kepa and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Torwar Hall or National Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Berezyńska 02 Tram Stop or Rondo Waszyngtona 06 Tram Stop.
Mokotow
Noted for its shopping and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Mokotow. Top attractions like Sadyba Best Mall and Galeria Mokotow Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Malczewskiego 06 Tram Stop or Malczewskiego 05 Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Praga
Historical sites, river views and shopping highlight some notable features of Praga. Make a stop by The Holy Cross Bridge or Galeria Wileńska while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stadion Narodowy Station or Ząbkowska 04 Tram Stop to get around town.
Śródmieście Południowe
If you're spending time in Śródmieście Południowe, check out sights like The National Museum in Warsaw or Savior Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Plac Konstytucji 06 Tram Stop or Plac Konstytucji 05 Tram Stop.
