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Royal Castle (Zamek Krolewski)

Pl. Zamkowy 4, Warsaw, Poland (Stare Miasto)
022-657-21-70
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Ranked #5 of 121 attractions in Warsaw
Type: Castles, Historic Sites
Owner description: Serving as the central building of the Polish Commonwealth for many centuries, this castle was rebuilt after it was dynamited by German troops after... more » Owner description: Serving as the central building of the Polish Commonwealth for many centuries, this castle was rebuilt after it was dynamited by German troops after the Warsaw uprising, and has been rebuilt to recreate the original castle's 17th-century architecture and interiors. « less
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Hyderabad, India
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Must for history buffs ;but a stroll around the castle is a photographers delight. There are great sights in the area . I planned to spend an hour here...but spent almost a day , not forgetting very nice polish cafe's ,restaurants & bars.

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Cairns, Queensland, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Although this isn't the original castle (not much in Warsaw is original), we found this castle much more beautiful than Wawel Castle in Krakow. Really enjoyed that all the signs were in English - very helpful. Quite easy to navigate, although some of the rooms were closed when we were there. The rebuilt arcades are also nice, if a little... More

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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

Located on the east side of the Castle Square, a simple but charming building houses a sophisticated collection of art and is a storehouse of national heritage and culture.

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Petah Tiqwa, Israel
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

While the reconstruction the palace went through IS impressive, the palace itself is nothing short of boring. The castle was almost completely destroyed in WWII and the reconstruction of it lasted from the early 1970's to the late 1980's. However, even the grand ballroom and the marble room fail to impress, as they look very superficial.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

A must do if you are in Warsaw. Beautiful building. Love the architecture and the art work on display. A great history lesson on Poland as well.

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London, United Kingdom
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

This is such a striking building on the outside, and such an amazing colour. You have to have a look and the main rooms are worth seeing, but the art collection is pretty small and boring, and the third place, the tin roofed palace with its carpet collection just makes you think it's hardly worth looking round, not exactly a... More

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St. Wolfgang, Austria
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

The most amazing about this castle is the fact, that is was completely destryoed during the WWII and rebuiled financed by private collections and some offical help. The reconstruction is just astonishing and gives a very good impression about the life of the polish kings... a must to see !

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Linden, New Jersey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

The castle was totally destroyed after the Warsaw Uprising, so what you can see inside is the collection of different kind of art from the past times, and you can also learn about the history of the building, its destruction and rebuilding. Helpful hint: try to visit on Sunday, the entrance is free.

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Livingston, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Amazing to think it was not restored until 1950's free entry. Sunday. On several levels with a mix of content - royal quarters with various chambers along with an art gallery. Top floor - which was cordoned off- but we were ask to go upstairs and see old Polish coins, bank notes and medals.

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

If you like history definitely worth a visit but otherwise stroll around the castle as there great restaurants & cafes in the area with very nice polish cuisine.

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