Rynek Starego Miasta
Rynek Starego Miasta
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Surrounded by beautiful seventeenth- and eighteenth-century merchants' houses, this lively square is filled with street vendors, cafes, shops, galleries and some of Warsaw's top restaurants.
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- CristinelRomania1,378 contributionsVery niceBeautiful area. It is a must while in Warsaw! During winter here is organized a Christmas Market. Very vibrant atmosphere but sometimes could be very crowded. Beautiful surrounding houses, many restaurants, cafes and souvenir shops.Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten December 5, 2023
- petergab10Melbourne, Australia671 contributionsBeautiful old Warsaw squareA beautiful part of the Warsaw with so much history one of the first things l notice was how beautiful each townhouse was painted and the detail in the work which were all surrounding the square. Cetrepiece is the stature of the little mermaid of Warsaw which is the coat of arms of Warsaw city and considered the city's protector. Square offers so much from restaurants, bars. museums, art gallery, souvenir shops, Photo opportunities and in close walking distance to other attractions in Old Town.Visited September 2023Traveled soloWritten May 8, 2024
- LeonhknyHong Kong, China21,474 contributionsHeart of WarsawThis is the heart of Warsaw's rebuilt old town. Perfectly restored to its former glory and opulence, it is a lively place full of tourists admiring its beauty. The square is impressive at first sight with plenty of details to explore.Visited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten August 17, 2024
- Robert D4,364 contributionsA must see in WarsawThe Old Town Market Square is beautifully restored to its medieval appearance. Walk around the square and soak up the atmosphere. There are many restaurants to choose from along the square. Be sure to visit the Museum of Warsaw. The top floor of the museum has a lovely observation deck with lovely views of the square.Visited July 2024Traveled soloWritten August 19, 2024
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Gretchen H
Frederick, MD16 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
It was unplanned at the time, I was looking to kill an hour before I could get into my hotel and I was looking around the cloth hall and this little gem was tucked in the corner. History for centuries of the main square in Kraków. So much to see and learn, so many artifacts and representations, it’s interactive and so very cool. A definite must see in Kraków.
Written January 28, 2020
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MarkW55
Castle Douglas, UK460 contributions
Feb 2020
This is the heart of the Old Town with the houses along the north side of the square comprising the Warsaw Museum. The buildings are characteristic and colourful and there are also restaurants, bars and other museums. In the winter there is a food fair and skating rink.
Written February 19, 2020
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Travelhampster
Middletown, CT88 contributions
Jul 2022
Old Town Warsaw is a beautiful place to visit at any time of year. In the winter months it has a frosty beauty to it and you can warm up with mulled wine and hot chocolate throughout Old Town. In the spring and summer open air jazz concerts take place near the mermaid fountain and delicious lemonade, gofry and lody can be purchased at outdoor stalls.
Written January 5, 2023
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PavlaPavla
Chrudim, Czech Republic7,538 contributions
Jul 2022
This square is surrounded by beautiful town houses and there are many restaurants and cafes with open air eating.
Like almost everything in the Old Town, this square and all the houses were rebuilt after the war according to their original form. In the middle of the square there is a statue of a mermaid, the protector of the city of Warsaw.
Like almost everything in the Old Town, this square and all the houses were rebuilt after the war according to their original form. In the middle of the square there is a statue of a mermaid, the protector of the city of Warsaw.
Written July 19, 2022
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petergab10
Melbourne, Australia671 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
A beautiful part of the Warsaw with so much history one of the first things l notice was how beautiful each townhouse was painted and the detail in the work which were all surrounding the square. Cetrepiece is the stature of the little mermaid of Warsaw which is the coat of arms of Warsaw city and considered the city's protector. Square offers so much from restaurants, bars. museums, art gallery, souvenir shops, Photo opportunities and in close walking distance to other attractions in Old Town.
Written May 8, 2024
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PRAIRA
Ankara, Türkiye718 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Old city square. Surrounded by colorful buildings, with dozens of places to sit and eat and drink, and a mermaid statue, it is a very lively, very enjoyable, wonderful place at all times of the day and night. It's so nice, you can't get enough of sitting, watching and feeling around. Public concerts are held, we came across them, there are painters in the square and dozens of benches to sit and relax. The night is special, if you happen to be there, be sure to visit it and don't forget to eat ice cream.
Written September 28, 2023
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carmelolocurto
serradifalco(Cl)186 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
The Old Town square is beautiful; It's true that it is entirely rebuilt, but for this very reason it is incredible how it was rebuilt in such a way as to retain its charm. The moment you arrive during the day, you are struck by all those houses that frame an environment from times gone by. The bars, restaurants and souvenir shops surround a square that recalls the charm of a Warsaw which, although rebuilt in most of its components, remains a city of great charm.
Written April 24, 2024
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Robert D
Brooklyn, New York4,364 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
The Old Town Market Square is beautifully restored to its medieval appearance. Walk around the square and soak up the atmosphere. There are many restaurants to choose from along the square. Be sure to visit the Museum of Warsaw. The top floor of the museum has a lovely observation deck with lovely views of the square.
Written August 19, 2024
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GMak54
Bellevue, WA260 contributions
Sep 2022
This is off Castle Square and as with Castle Square, it is tunning in good light, fun, lots of good restaurants & cafés, and wonderful museums. Make time and plans to visit the Warsaw Museum in the Old Market Square. Absolutely worth the time.
Written November 10, 2022
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Adam B
996 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Once the center of life in the capital (the city hall stood in the middle of the square), from the beginning of the 19th century it became a marketplace for the poorer district. Destroyed almost entirely during World War II, it was rebuilt in the early 1950s. In the winter, there is a Christmas market, there are many stalls selling Christmas items, and there is an ice rink in the middle of the square. There are many cafes and restaurants here, and even an organ grinder singing pre-war hits to the sound of an organ grinder.
Written April 15, 2024
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Moshe O
Rehovot, Israel
האם עדיף לשלב סיור במסגרת טיול מאורגן או עדיף לטייל לבד ולהתרשם
Written June 5, 2018
פעם אחת טיילנו לבד והיה כיף להסתובב ולהתרשם רק לא היה ברור כלום.
פעם שניה לקחנו מדריך פרטי ואיתו עברנו שם והיה שווה -קיבלנו הסבר מלא על הכל,נכנסנו למקומות ואני ממליצה לקחת מישהו כן
Written June 6, 2018
How much are the carriage rides in Old town? We passed and didn't have time.
Written April 1, 2017
ciao volevo sapere le calzature più adatte per il capodanno a varsavia sono freddoloso
Written December 16, 2016
Confermo, copriti. Farà freddo e ce vento
Written December 19, 2016
Hi there, when does the market square usually close? Does it open till late at night and performers too?
Thanks!
Written November 28, 2016
Its not an open air market. Restaurants are open late and some tourist shops are open pretty late.
Written November 29, 2016
when does the ice rink open? I'm visiting next week and would love to take my 6 year old ice skating!
Written November 21, 2016
Have no idea of the excact date but I know that around mass the rink is open.
Written November 22, 2016
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