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After being leveled when the Nazis left, this whole neighborhood of cobblestone Gothic streets and alleyways, baroque palaces, numerous churches and tiered burghers' houses were masterfully reconstructed to reflect the atmosphere of bygone days.
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  • Pippa H
    London, United Kingdom23 contributions
    Stunning!
    Beautiful area of the city with great restaurants and cafes. There are so many gorgeous churches, which you can go in and look at the interior. There are many monuments, and a bell for good luck. The main square also had ice skating! I would highly recommend Cafe To Lubie for the most delicious hot chocolate you have ever tasted!
    Visited February 2020
    Written February 18, 2020
  • John B
    Toronto, Canada2,977 contributions
    Incredible to believe this area was in ruins just 75 years ago
    Yes, Old Town is a little touristy with stores peddling cheap souvenirs and many mediocre restaurants, but it is the way this area has literally arisen from the ashes of WWII which makes it such an incredible place to visit. Much care was taken to restore the buildings to their original design that the neighbourhood looks and feels like it has been preserved for the past 300 years. It is not a large area so take time to wonder up and down the narrow streets. A definite must see is the Warsaw museum which is housed in a series of row houses right on Old Town Square and rent some skates and take a spin around the ice rink set up in the middle of the square.
    Visited February 2020
    Written March 22, 2020
  • Maria B
    Mississauga, Canada304 contributions
    Wonderful town square
    Just visited the square. Very nice buildings on it. Most were recreated after the war as the nazis had flattened most of the town . Many eateries, shops selling a variety of goods and buskers musicians everywhere in the evenings. There are churches which are still functioning today and also a fortified type of castle complete with a moat and all. Very easy to access as the bus 175 comes to the old town square from the airport. As do many other buses. Things reasonably priced and in the evening the town is lit with a multitude of sparkly fairy lights around the mermaid monument and people go skating at the rink. The small stalls which remind me of Christmas market stalls sell mulled wine, hot chocolate and snack. Very impressive and a must visit
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 16, 2020
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LvO
Den Bosch, The Netherlands72 contributions
Aug 2020
Beautful must see place in Warsaw. Of course very touristic. We did have diner there the 1st night but it was not very good food so very nice to walk around and have drinks and snacks but for diner I would recommend to eat outside the touristic area
Written August 9, 2020
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polarislovestotavel
Seven Hills, OH278 contributions
Jul 2022
Much of Old town was rebuilt after World War II but it's still a great place to visit. It is very lively on the weekend. There are many people out including street performers life fire dancers.
Written August 22, 2022
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Juli F
Crawley, UK84 contributions
Dec 2019
Very pleasantly surprised at how well they 'do' Christmas in Warsaw! The whole city was a magical sea of lights and decorations but our favourite area was the old town. Loads to see and do, from the Christmas markets, ice rink, shops and cafes to impromptu musical performances in the square. Try some mulled wine, spiced tea and hot chocolate (it's amazing!) and don't miss the trumpeter who plays at the Royal Castle at 11.15am every day!
Written January 2, 2020
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Shazzminderr S
152 contributions
Nov 2021
Perfect place to go for a lovely walk and take some great pictures specially during sunset. We also attended an impromptu Chopin concert that we did not know was there performed by an amazing pianist. Go for a walk, and see the buildings and enjoy the souvenir shops.
Written November 16, 2021
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MarkW55
Castle Douglas, UK470 contributions
Feb 2020
Although almost completely rebuilt after WW2, the old town looks and feels genuine with no element of Disneyfication. The Heritage centre which documents the rebuild is worth a visit and the Warsaw Museum on the main square is also very good. Otherwise, it's a good area for strolling, eating and drinking. Good variety of restaurants and bars, skating rink in the winter.
Written February 19, 2020
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Traveler O
Washington DC, DC887 contributions
Jul 2019
Rebuilt from the ruins and ashes of World War II, they've done an excellent job restoring Old Town. A must see when visiting Warsaw. Great place to walk and enjoy the sights. It's very popular with eateries, ice cream, shops, etc. available throughout. A great place to take your time and enjoy walking the old ramparts, streets and alleys without the bother of traffic. Strollers would be ok here, but backpack carriers for kids makes it easier when it's crowded.
Written February 24, 2020
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roman
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Jan 2022 • Solo
If you never been here but you're planning to i would recommend to think twice. NOTHING special ,boring gloomy streets,guides just intending to make profit of you exaggerating cost of viewing actually free historical spots .Restaurants seeing that you're foreigner intending to make the price higher. IF YOU'RE BORED OF Prague, better return there, it would be more worth it
Written January 6, 2022
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Jim C
Sydney, Australia299 contributions
Jul 2022
such a beautiful job recreating the old town. The square in particular is one of the better European old town squares. large spaces with lovely buildings and lots going on . Sit in a cafe and do a bit of people watching and enjoy the views of the buildings
Written July 11, 2022
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Juan Manuel Villegas
Zurich, Switzerland4 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Although a lot has been rebuilt since the 2nd world war and therefore, not so historical looking. The royal castle still stands strong though as well at the very tall monument. Don’t go there during peak hours though since it tends to get quite crowdy...
Written January 6, 2020
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Jim H
London, UK24 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
Very beautiful area, the main square in particular is lovely. It has obviously been rebuilt but all the building fronts look just like you are on a film set. Worth going up to the observation terrace to see it from up high. Also worth visiting during the day and at night as there is lots.of entertainment and live.music in the evening.
Written August 19, 2022
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