Srodmiescie Travel Guide
Warsaw
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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.
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.
Copernicus Science Centre
Build bridges, fly a spaceship and uncover the mysteries of the universe at this fascinating museum.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Warsaw Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Warsaw: Chopin Concert in the Old Town
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 Srodmiescie
Warsaw Presidential Hotel
"Amazing hotel . Rooms are little outdated but clean . View facing downtown is really nice specially if you are on high floor . Breakfast is the best I ever had . Huge variety of meats cheese fruits vegetables. Freshly squeezed juices and smoothies. Also hotel stuff and security are very helpful and ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Sofitel Warsaw Victoria
"The staff were extremely helpful and very courteous. The room was spotless. Proximity to old town was a great feature."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Regent Warsaw Hotel
"Better pillows would have made my room a perfect room. They look fluffy at first glance then they flatten out, 4 pillows stacked up fatten to one. Otherwise great places quiet, 12 mins from downtown, staff was great."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
PURO Warszawa Stare Miasto
"Beautifully designed hotel, cosy room and very friendly staff. The cafe downstairs was lovely and the drinks in the rooftop bar were excellent. The sauna was also a great addition! We would definitely return."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Polonia Palace Hotel
"Location was excellent. Room service very good, staff all helpful. We did not have breakfast every day but when we did it was very good."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hampton by Hilton Warsaw City Centre
"Everything was great, awesome breakfast, very nice room and wonderful staff. Best location you can imagine. Only minus- windows dont open and ac works poorly."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Srodmiescie
Centrum
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Palace of Culture and Science to Parade Square – discover Centrum, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Śródmieście Północne
While you're in Śródmieście Północne, take in top sights like Grzybowski Square or Tomb of Unknown Soldier, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Metro Świętokrzyska 05 Tram Stop or Świętokrzyska Station.
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 Warsaw Trade Tower or Food Hall Browary, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Norblin 04 Tram Stop or Norblin 03 Tram Stop.
Powisle
Well liked for its museums and riverfront, Powisle is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like University of Warsaw Library and Copernicus Science Centre, and jump on the metro at Centrum Nauki Kopernik Station to get around the city.
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.
