A One-Day Tour around Warsaw

1. 9:00AM - 10:30AM: Warsaw Old Town
   20 minutes (1.1 miles) from the nearest subway station

   The Old Town of Warsaw is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and serves as an excellent example of the capital's former glory. Visitors can take a look at the Royal Castle, the Sigismund Column, St. John's Cathedral, and much more while strolling through the narrow streets.

2. 11:00AM - 12:00PM: POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
   10 minutes (2 miles) from Warsaw Old Town

   POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews is one of the best museums in Warsaw. It tells the over 1000-year history of Jews in Poland, which was once the largest Jewish community in the world. Visitors will get to learn the remarkable stories of the Jewish community in Poland and witness the crushing horror that the community experienced during the WWII.

3. 12:30PM - 1:30PM: Lunch at Zapiecek
   20 minutes (1.1 miles) from POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews

   After visiting both the Old Town and POLIN Museum, you’ll have worked up quite an appetite. Fortunately, Zapiecek serves some of the most authentic and delicious Polish cuisine. This restaurant is famous for its pierogi and other traditional dishes.

4. 2:00PM - 3:30PM: The Royal Łazienki Park
   25 minutes (2.6 miles) from Zapiecek

   The Royal Łazienki Park is the largest park in Warsaw and is an excellent green getaway from the busy city centre. Visitors can enjoy various attractions such as the Palace on the Water, Chopin Monument, and the Neoclassical Amphitheater. Consider taking a relaxing tour around the lake.

5. 4:00PM - 5:00PM: The Copernicus Science Centre
   15 minutes (1.1 miles) from The Royal Łazienki Park

   Nestled in the heart of the city, the Copernicus Science Centre is an interactive and fascinating museum perfect for anyone who loves science. It boasts hands-on exhibits on astronomy, biology, physics, and more. Whether you are an adult, teenager, or child, you will have a great time here.

6. 5:30PM - 6:00 PM: Złote Tarasy Shopping Centre
   10 minutes (0.7 miles) from The Copernicus Science Centre

   Złote Tarasy is an excellent shopping centre that's ideal for travel freaks. The interior boasts a unique style with a magnificent glass roof, numerous shops and restaurants, and modern features. The centre is open until 10 pm, so you can shop to your heart's content.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Warsaw Old Town (90 minutes, free)
• POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews (60 minutes, 30 zł)
• Lunch at Zapiecek (60 minutes, 50 zł)
• The Royal Łazienki Park (90 minutes, free)
• The Copernicus Science Centre (60 minutes, 55 zł)
• Złote Tarasy Shopping Centre (30 minutes, free)
• Total Estimated Costs (5 hours, 135 zł)

Useful tips

If you have more time to spare, consider visiting the Warsaw Uprising Museum, the National Museum, or the Wilanów Palace. If this itinerary seems too busy, you can remove the Copernicus Science Centre and Złote Tarasy from the itinerary. If you're not into visiting many museums, you can skip the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews and spend more time walking around the Old Town or the Łazienki Park.