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Where to stay?

First things first, where should you stay?

You will not be short of options in Warsaw, from hotels and apartments to hostels, there is something for everyone.

And the good news is, prices are extremely reasonable for what you get.

I would highly recommend staying in the Old Town though as it means everything is in walking distance.

I have linked some options below:

Apartamenty-MI Old Town Residence, Warsaw

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Set in the heart of Warsaw, just 300 metres from Barbican and 700 metres from Warsaw Uprising Monument, this apartment is in the perfect location. This apartment has 2 double bedrooms (plus a spare sofa-bed), a kitchenette and 1 bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower. This apartment has everything you need and is a steal for the price.

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ShortStayPoland Piwna (B25)

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The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. Right in the heart of the Old Town.

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AAA Stay Apartments Old Town

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Luxury apartments in the heart of the Old Town

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Movo Old Town Apartments

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Modern Apartments in a great location within the Old Town.

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Folk by Anne Apartments

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Slightly further out but a two-bedroom apartment

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Things to see and do

Below is a a great shortlist of places to visit whilst you're in Warsaw but you may not have time to fit them all in.

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Old Town Market Square

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Warsaw's Old Town Market Place is the center and oldest part of the Old Town of Warsaw, dating all the way back to the 13th century. You can't miss the Old Town with its colourful houses and the unique atmosphere of its narrow streets - it is now entered on the UNESCO World Heritage list. In winter, this is where you will find the square filled with Christmas market stalls.

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The Royal Castle

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The Royal Castle in Warsaw is a state museum and a national historical monument, which formerly served as the official royal residence of several Polish monarchs. You can go inside to look at the royal apartments and the Throne Room. In winter, on Zamkowy Square, you’ll see an almost thirty-metre Christmas tree, which is a permanent part of the city’s Christmas illuminations. There are different tickets to purchase, starting from 50PLN (Polish Zloty). On Mondays the Castle is closed for the public.

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Observation Deck

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This is a must do - it only costs 10PLN (7PLN for students and children) and you are treated to beautiful views of the Royal Castle, Old Town and Krakowskie (one of the most prestigious streets in Warsaw).

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Palace of Culture and Science Observation Desk

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An alternative observation of Warsaw is from the 30th floor of this building which is near the main train station so if you’re arriving in Warsaw in a train, this is a great first stop.

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Warsaw Uprising Museum

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No trip to Warsaw is complete without a visit to this museum. The history is fascinating. It is here that you will learn what the time of 5pm symbolises and the letters P and W. I won't tell you on here, so make sure you visit the Warsaw Uprising Museum to learn the history of Warsaw/Poland. Top tip - entry is free on Monday's.

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Nowy Świat Street

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Nowy Świat (known in English as New World Street) is one of the main historic thoroughfares of Warsaw. It comprises part of the Royal Route that extends from Warsaw's Royal Castle and Old Town, south to King John III Sobieski's 17th-century royal residence at Wilanów. Along this route are benches which play music from the famous composer Chopin. There are 15 Chopin benches across Warsaw, all somehow connected to Chopin and his life in the city. Look out for these and don't forget to press the button to play his music!

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Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów

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The Museum of King John III's Palace at Wilanów is a museum in Warsaw considered to be one of the oldest in the country and the repository of the country's royal and artistic heritage. It is an the opposite end of the Royal Route to the Royal Castle.

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Warsaw Ghetto Museum

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The museum of the Warsaw ghetto is NOT DUE TO OPEN UNTIL 2025 as it is currently under construction, but is already shaping up to be one of the most contentious museums in Europe. The Warsaw ghetto was the largest of all the Jewish ghettos in Nazi-occupied Europe, with around 400,000 Jews crammed into a little over a square mile of land. Most were killed, either through execution, starvation or after deportation to concentration camps. The ghetto was razed in 1943 after a heroic but doomed uprising by its inhabitants. Today, the area of the former ghetto is part of central Warsaw, with only a few plaques and small monuments to remind visitors of its dark past. Keep an eye out for these pending the opening of this museum. There are organised tours which can take you around the Ghetto.

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Where to eat and drink

All of my recommendations below have been tried so I can guarantee you will not be disappointed with visit a to all or any of these places.

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Podwale 25 Kompania Piwna

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I honestly cannot recommend this restaurant enough. You will enter via a mock Bavarian courtyard before entering a huge hall with people enjoying traditional Polish food, beer and oompah music. One of the most popular dishes is a huge wooden board consisting of meats, cabbage and potatoes. A two-course meal and pint of beer would set you back approximately 55PLN - what a bargain!

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GOŚCINIEC Polskie Pierogi

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Serving delicious traditional Polish cuisine at affordable prices with a friendly service by staff in folk costumes. I would highly recommend the delicious boiled and fried dumplings served in pans with lots of stuffing (I went for the spinach, cheese and garlic dumplings but there is a HUGE selection). Another recommendation of mine is the Śląska traditional polish pork sausage on stewed onion or cabbage with ketchup or mustard. DELICIOUS!

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Specjały Regionalne

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Serving you traditional Polish dishes from various regions of Poland in cosy atmosphere with professional customer service. What's more is the food served here is completely free of synthetic additives or flavour enhancers. When ordering, I would recommend ordering sides to go with your main course. Prices are a little bit more expensive here than my other recommendations but a start, main and pint of beer would set you back around 75PLN.

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Bars

Same Krafty - Multitap

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Do not underestimate this small bar. It brews its own beer based on beers from across the world. If you're a beer fan, this place is definitely worth a visit.

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Cocktail Bar Max & Dom Whisky

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One for the cocktail-lovers - I mean the pictures say it all don't they? This cocktail bar boasts a huge menu of cocktails but that's not the best part, you can create your own by telling the bartender exactly what you want, you explain it, they'll create it!

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