Centrum Travel Guide
Warsaw
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Popular places to visit
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.
Warsaw Uprising Museum
Learn about the defining days of war in Warsaw at this enormous museum, which traces the Home Army’s doomed attempt to liberate the city from its German occupiers.
Copernicus Science Centre
Build bridges, fly a spaceship and uncover the mysteries of the universe at this fascinating museum.
University of Warsaw
Stroll through the avenues and palaces of this historic academic institution, which has fostered two centuries of learning in Poland.
The National Museum in Warsaw
Browse centuries’ worth of art treasures, many of them rescued from the clutches of war, in this striking modernistic building.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Warsaw Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Warsaw: Chopin Concert in the Old Town
Frederic Chopin concert with a glass of champagne
Warsaw: Palace of Culture and Science Tour with Terrace
Warsaw: Polish Vodka Museum Tour with Tasting
Warsaw Old Town & History of Poland with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Centrum
Warsaw Presidential Hotel
"Amazing breakfast. Beautiful interiors."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
"Nice location. Hotel staff was great."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Sofitel Warsaw Victoria
"Wasn’t really impressed at all with how things are done - they don’t communicate that you need to have a card on your room to do anything. I almost missed a massage because they refused to let me get it until I’d paid but I was in a robe and slippers at reception having to sort out!"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Polonia Palace Hotel
"Great room. Will come back again."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
InterContinental Warsaw by IHG
"Fast Check-in, personal helpful, clean room, Wonderful pool and calm in the evening, near public transportation, delicious breakfast."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
PURO Warszawa Stare Miasto
"Excellent, new hotel!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Centrum
Old Town Warsaw
Old Town Warsaw is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Castle Square and Sigismund's Column while you're in town.
Śródmieście Północne
While you're in Śródmieście Północne, take in top sights like Parade Square or Copernicus Monument, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Metro Świętokrzyska 05 Tram Stop or Świętokrzyska Station.
Srodmiescie
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Parade Square to Palace of Culture and Science – discover Srodmiescie, 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.
Mokotow
Noted for its shopping and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Mokotow. Top attractions like Museum of Polish Military Technology 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.
