Srodmiescie Travel Guide
Warsaw
Visit Srodmiescie
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.
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.
POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Delve into Jewish and Polish history and gain an insight into Jewish culture in this award-winning interactive museum at the heart of Warsaw’s old Jewish quarter.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Warsaw Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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
Private Tour: Warsaw City Sightseeing by Retro Fiat
Top hotels in Srodmiescie
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
The hotel is fine however some issues. The shower drain smelt very bad and the air conditioning is non existent
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Warsaw Presidential Hotel
Great hotel and well situated. 👌
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Polonia Palace Hotel
Good location, 20min walk to old town, close to shopping and with good public transportation. The room was spacious and very clean. The bed was quite comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Regent Warsaw Hotel
InterContinental Warsaw by IHG
Bedroom was spotless
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Sofitel Warsaw Victoria
Wonderful stay at the Sofitel. The rooms were clean and had everything needed. I was put in a disabled room though which did dampen my experience a bit as it felt like it was in the middle of the corridor and the shower was not as premium as it could have been. I paid for a high room but stayed with ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Srodmiescie
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 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 The Royal Castle in Warsaw while you're in town.
