City of Judaica Essentials Fryderyk Welcome to the best of Warsaw Whatever image of Warsaw you may have had previously, the reality when you get here 3 15 25 is sure to surpass all expectations! Communism Green Activities It’s a city with a fascinating history, modern architecture, visitor-friendly infrastructure, tours Warsaw & Relaxation creative inhabitants and a rich offer of cultural events – it truly is the beating heart of .

Today, Poland’s capital continues to grow, with new meeting places, business spaces and entertainment venues constantly springing up. All of which makes the city ever more appealing to tourists, businesspeople, event organisers and simply anyone interested in 31 37 43 art, culture, lifestyle and history. Warsaw Warsaw Culinary Praga by night Warsaw This guide is packed with great ideas for city tours around Warsaw and unique activities for your meeting or event!

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VIP WARSAW TOUR BY CAR Discover Warsaw, one of Europe’s precious gems, while travelling comfortably in an air-conditioned car. You will be captivated as our expert guides will be sharing enthralling facts and stories about Warsaw. In three fascinating hours you will see the top 10 sites, including the Old Town and the Łazienki Royal Park. Why not try our 5- or 7-hour tours, which also include World War II related sites as well as the Wilanow Palace.

Contact: AB POLAND TRAVEL abpoland.com [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74 These are the top attractions that you simply shouldn’t miss during your time in Warsaw! First off, take a walk around the Old Town, where you can see the Royal Castle with its 1 3-7h from PLN 180 / per person two original Rembrandt canvases, as well THE HIGHLIGHTS OF WARSAW – as the Cathedral and the Mermaid Statue. A CLASSIC TOUR Then enjoy a stroll along the Royal Route, Walk through the Old Town, the Barbican, and the Cas- with its many shops and charming cafes. Or tle Square; drive along the Royal Route past the Par- visit the Palace of Culture and Science – the liment; visit the Royal Łazienki Park with its Palace on tallest building in Poland and a prime ex- the Isle and the monument to Chopin. Pay your respects ample of social‑realism architecture – and at the former Jewish Ghetto monuments. Follow on to Wilanow – another royal residence. its viewing terrace on the 30th floor which overlooks the entire city and affords a per- Contact: fect view of all the parks and green spaces FURNEL TRAVEL furnel.pl that cover nearly half the city’s area… Then [email protected] you can take a leisurely stroll through one (+48) 22 244 99 00 of the large parks, like the Royal Łazienki Park or the . Finally, the city also boasts a number of excellent museums, 1-2 pax: 613 PLN/party, 1 3h such as the Fryderyk Chopin Museum which min. 20 pax: 59 PLN/pax holds the world’s largest collection of Cho- pin memorabilia, the National Museum in POLAND QUEST Warsaw, and the multimedia‑filledW arsaw Poland Quest is a reality television game show in which Rising Museum which will give you a better teams of five people race around Warsaw in a competi- tion. These challenges are all related in some way to Po- understanding of the city’s unique identity. land or its culture. For example, in one of the tasks, the group will meet a lady in traditional dress, who will show everyone how to dance the most typical Polish dance – the Polonaise. The group needs to get good marks from the lady judge in order to pass on to the next task.

Contact: LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL POLAND liberty-dmc-poland.com [email protected] (+48) 22 295 04 52

10 4h from PLN 355 / per person

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SIGHTSEEING OF WARSAW BEST OF WARSAW Visit the Castle Square with the King Sigismund’s Col- The best trip for everyone who is in Warsaw for the first umn and the Royal Castle, stroll through the Old Town time! We want to show you the most important places and the New Town. See the house where Maria Curie in the capital of Poland. For sightseeing we suggest the was born. At Krasiński Square, stop by the Monument only such means of transport in this city – vintage Nysa of Warsaw’s Uprising. Drive along the Royal Route, the 522. We will introduce our guests to the history of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Polish National city and Poland. With us you will see the most impor- Opera. Make a short stop at the Royal Łazienki Park to tant monuments of Warsaw, visit the main squares, meet see the Monument of Fryderyk Chopin. known Varsovians and events in the history of the city.

Contact: Contact: TRAVEL ADVENTURE WARSAW mazurkas.com.pl adventurewarsaw.pl/en/ [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 536 46 84 (+48) 515 908 505 (+48) 668 121 455 (+48) 606 225 525

PLN 970 per party 1-2 persons/ 1 4h PLN 1,095 per party 3-6 persons 1-7 3h PLN 850 / per tour

SYMBOLS OF WARSAW WOW! WARSAW BIKE TOUR The city of Warsaw is a busy place that welcomes many If you want an active way to visit the city that is suit- busy visitors with limited time to spare. If you are one able for anyone, then a bike is the answer. Our tours of them but you would like to have at least a taste of have been carefully designed to be informative and Warsaw, hear a few tasty tidbits about its history, and comprehensive, but also comfortable and pleasant. Try take a photo of one or two of the city landmarks – this our Wow! Warsaw tour and get to know the real War- 3-hour minibus tour is designed especially for you! saw – the historic heritage, the parks and cultural life, as well as the spots you won’t find in any guidebook. Contact: EMKA TRANS – Contact: Extra info: ONE DAY TOUR STATION WARSAW All year round onedaytour.eu stationwarsaw.com [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 662 260 000 (+48) 661 368 758 (+48) 22 211 18 25

3 4h PLN 189 / per person 1 3h from PLN 99 / per person

WARSAW MUST-SEE BY RETRO CARS WARSAW HALF DAY TOUR See the top sights of Warsaw on a private tour, riding Half day tour with English or Japanese speaking guide through the city streets in a retro bus “Cucumber” and in Warsaw. The tour takes 4 hours of walking in the Old two iconic Polish vehicles: Fiat 125p and a classic Fiat Town area (UNESCO), visit to St Cross Church, War- 126p “Toddler”. Your guide will take you to see impor- saw University and entrance to one Museum of choice. tant landmarks such as Old Town area with the Roy- al Castle, the Palace of Culture and Science, Łazienki Contact: Extra info: Royal Park and more. MELODY TOURS Everyday www.melodytours.pl [email protected] (+48) 535 303 315 Contact: Extra info: (+48) 534 814 411 WPT 1313 Tour by retro Jelcz: wpt1313.com/en Every Saturday at 3 p.m. [email protected] Tour by Fiat 125p & 126p: (+48) 22 882 13 13 Everyday from 8 a.m. (+48) 882 413 826 to 8 p.m.

1-40 2,5‑4h from PLN 105 / per person 1 4h from PLN 135

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WARSAW URBAN GAMES MOBILE AUDIO TOUR GUIDE APP An offer for groups who are looking for more than just City Talks is a virtual travel companion and audio guide. regular sightseeing. If you have been on a city quest With City Talks, you can visit over 3000 places in War- or treasure hunt before, you will know what this is all saw. Follow any of the 75 themed or district walks or about. Our ready-to-go programmes offer you both create a custom travel plan based on your interests. a unique team-building activity and also the chance Learn about the city’s past and how it connects to the to experience the city in a different way through vari- present – and to your interests – through anecdotes. ous challenges. Our specially devised programmes lead you through different scenarios, with the duration and Contact: level of difficulty adjusted to your group. CITY TALKS www.citytalks.eu/en/ [email protected] Contact: (+48) 570 227 544 WARSAW URBAN GAMES www.warszawskiegrymiejskie.pl [email protected] (+48) 601 808 392

5-250 1.5-3.5h from PLN 125 / per person 1-3 1h PLN 0-37

WARSAW RIVER CRUISE Cruise the Vistula river on new, comfortable and ex- clusive boats with sun deck, refreshments, heating and WiFi. The trip offers unusual river views of the Old Town, Powiśle district, Copernicus Science Centre, Warsaw Mermaid, “PGE Narodowy” stadium, unique “Fat Katy” water station, Warsaw bridges, wild beach- es and special nature.

Contact: Extra info: PO WIŚLE April – October po-wisle.pl [email protected] (+48) 536 777 536

1-12 1h PLN 49 / per person

WARSAW CASTLES AND ROYAL PARKS See the most famous Warsaw Palaces and their Parks. Enjoy the most spectacular view of Łazienki Palace on GetYourGuide the Island and the Park with orangery, amphitheatre and Chinese garden. Then follow to the Baroque pearl Make the most of your next trip. Find of Warsaw, called “Little Versailles” – Wilanow Palace top-rated tours and activities in your and Park-unique place where you can see Italian-French destination. Use your mobile device Baroque park, the romantic English-Chinese park and to conveniently download, store, and the English park. access your activity tickets. Thousands of destinations. Convenient mobile Contact: Extra info: booking. Love where you’re going. INTOUR POLSKA LTD All year round intourpolska.pl www.getyourguide.com [email protected] (+48) 22 439 05 10

from PLN 500 / per person 1-10 5h or per group 1-10 pax

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The Palace of Culture and Science is the most symbolic landmark in Warsaw. This symbol of the past has been turned into one of the largest attractions of today’s Warsaw. Palace of Culture and Science is the highest monument in central Warsaw with a total height of 237 meters. Viewing Terrace on the 30th floor is open daily from: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Terrace at Night: From May 1st to September 30th every Friday and Saturday open 8 p.m. to 11.30 p.m. Tickets online: www.bilety.pkin.pl

Tramwaje Warszawskie The company offers historic and modern tram cars for renting, as well as horse drawn omnibuses. Individually arranged rides are a great attraction for both tourists and locals. Warsaw A tram may be the venue for a variety of events, including birthdays, conferences or incentive trips. is your perfect tel. (+48) 22 632 20 33 city break! [email protected], www.tw.waw.pl warsawcitybreak.com

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The Maria Skłodowska‑Curie Museum ▪ The Maria Skłodowska- Curie Museum is located at the birthplace of two- times Nobel Prize Winner. The Warsaw Rising The Dollhouse Museum The exhibition presents Museum The Royal Castle ▪ A nostalgic journey to the an extensive collection of ▪ Focuses on events that past for children aged 5 to original notes and letters by in Warsaw – Museum took place in August and 105. Over 130 historical Maria Skłodowska-Curie, ▪ Holds two original paintings September 1944 houses, shops and rooms photographs, documents by Rembrandt and impressive ▪ Connects the past to the for dolls. A unique collection and personal belongings as collection by Bernardo present by organizing cultural of sacral toys. Dozens of well as original measuring Belotto (18th century) educational activity and charming interiors, thousands instruments designed by her – invaluable help while innovative exhibits within of tiny little bits and pieces husband Piotr Curie. restoring the city after WWII a place of remembrance” Plac Defilad 1 ul. Freta 16 Plac Zamkowy 4 ul. Grzybowska 79 MuzeumDomkow.pl mmsc.waw.pl zamek-krolewski.pl 1944.pl

DISCOVER WARSAW The TOP 20 ATTRACTIONS Museum ▪ 11 historic tenement houses, World of Illusion 21 themed rooms, 7,500 objects on display, a 300,000 & SAVE WITH ▪ Museum World of Illusion piece collection. The core provides great fun and exhibition aims to help fascinating study for understand the phenomenon adolescents and adults of Warsaw thanks to optical illusions, paradoxes and phenomena Rynek Starego Miasta 28-42 that contradict the laws of muzeumwarszawy.pl physics. On your way you will find over 60 attractions such as: the Vortex Tunnel which will mess with your sense of balance, the Mirror Room that changes the definition of infinity, the Ames Room which will allow you to become a ‘giant’ and many other attractions. › FREE ADMISSION TO MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS Rynek Starego Miasta 21 www.swiatiluzji.pl › SAVE TIME & SKIP THE LINES – PRIORITY ACCESS TO TICKET OFFICE

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FOLLOWING THE TRACES OF CHOPIN Discover Warsaw of Frederic’s youth on a tour down the Royal Route. Visit the University campus where Chopin lived for ten years. Find out more about his education, childhood friends and first great love. See the Holy Cross church, where the composer’s heart is laid. After the tour you may listen to Chopin’s music played at an evening concert in the Old Town. Find out more about Chopin’s origin and extend your tour to a visit to his birthplace and a picturesque park. Get away to the Polish countryside for a relaxing half-day experience.

Contact: Extra info: CITY INFO – ChopinPASS March – October ChopinPASS.com [email protected] (+48) 533 49 39 40 2,5h (walking+concert) PLN 149 / per person 2 Discover the city of Fryderyk Chopin, one 4h (by car+concert) PLN 259 / per person of the world’s greatest composers, who was born in Żelazowa Wola and moved to MEMORABLE DAY WITH CHOPIN Warsaw shortly after. The journey starts MUSIC IN ROYAL ŁAZIENKI at the Warsaw Chopin Airport, which was The Royal Łazienki Park is where classicist architecture named after the musician, and the most is harmoniously blended with its natural surroundings, creating a fabulous garden. From May to September, important stops along the way include the every Sunday sees an open invitation to enjoy an open Fryderyk­ Chopin Museum, with the world’s air concert of Chopin music by famous Polish pianists. largest collection of Chopin memorabilia, Then, after the tour, we arrange lunch for you in a unique the Holy Cross Church, where his heart is restaurant with a 150-year history – Belvedere. entombed, and his monument in the Royal Contact: Extra info: Łazienki Park, where open-air concerts are LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL May – September held every Sunday afternoon from May to POLAND liberty-dmc-poland.com September. See the one and only Chopin [email protected] pedestrian crosswalk, designed in the style (+48) 22 295 04 52 of a piano keyboard, and sit on one of the numerous Chopin benches dotted around the city, near the most important Chopin 5 from 4h from PLN 199 / per person landmarks, to enjoy his music at the single press of a button. IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF FRYDERYK CHOPIN Follow Fryderyk Chopin along the Royal Route and visit the most important and influential landmarks in his life in Warsaw. Start from early concert venues to his school and palace house. Then visit the Chopin Museum in the Os- trogski Palace, with its innovative and state of the art exhi- bition concept, which has been called exceptional and one of the most interesting biographical museums in Europe.

Contact: MAZURKAS TRAVEL mazurkas.com.pl [email protected] (+48) 22 536 46 84 (+48) 668 121 455

PLN 1,030 per group 1-2 persons/ 1 4h PLN 1,265 per group 3-6 persons

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IN CHOPIN’S FOOTPRINTS CHOPIN’S WARSAW Fryderyk Chopin’s music calls you to follow in his Fryderyk Chopin is synonymous with Warsaw. To dis- footsteps. Immerse yourself in Polish stories, anec- cover the places related with him, we offer 3-hour tour, dotes, puzzles, quizzes and traditional Polish tunes with stops including the Holy Cross Church, the monu- that influenced Chopin. An expert guide will drive ment in the Royal Łazienki Park and the Chopin Muse- you around the city in an air‐conditioned Mercedes. um. For the curious, we can arrange a trip to Żelazowa The tour may include a visit at the Chopin Museum Wola, the family home of the great composer. in Warsaw, Zelazowa Wola (his birthplace) and end with a romantic Chopin music concert! Contact: Extra info: TOUR LEADERS April – December Contact: tourleaders.pl AB POLAND TRAVEL [email protected] abpoland.com (+48) 881 631 881 [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74

1 3-7h from PLN 160 / per person 2 3h from PLN 99 / per person

ŻELAZOWA WOLA AND WARSZAWA PRIVATE TOUR TO FRYDERYK FULL DAY TOUR CHOPIN’S WARSAW Tour with English or Japanese speaking guide to Your private guide will take you around the places in Żelazowa Wola by car, then sightseeing tour in War- Warsaw connected with great composer Fryderyk saw. Learn about Chopin early life in Żelazowa Wola and Chopin. His childhood and early youth were strongly then during Warsaw tour visit places that are connected connected with Warsaw and although his body lies in to his later life. Visit Warsaw Univeristy Campus where , his hear rests in Warsaw. he lived, sightsee Chopin’s Museum and pay a visit to the St Cross Church – a place where his heart rests. Contact: Extra info: INTOUR POLSKA LTD All year round Contact: Extra info: intourpolska.pl MELODY TOURS Everyday [email protected] www.melodytours.pl (+48) 22 439 05 10 [email protected] (+48) 535 303 315 (+48) 534 814 411

1 8h from PLN 299 1-2 4h from PLN 350 / per 1-2 person

CHOPIN – THE FAREWELL WALTZ CHOPIN WARSAW On this trip you will get to know the story of Chopin’s Fryderyk Chopin is one of the most famous Varsovians. love and the broken engagement. You will tour the In Warsaw he studied music, made friends, expanded manor where Chopin’s fiancée lived. At the manor we his knowledge, experienced his first love and gave his will charm you with Chopin’s music at a private concert first concerts. Warsaw is the city where one of the old- arranged for your tour. You will end the tour with a visit est music competitions in the world, the International to the Holy Cross Church in Warsaw, where Chopin’s Chopin Piano Competition, takes place every 5 years. heart is buried. Here you will find out who brought During the tour you will see places related to the great back his heart to the Church, and how. composer.

Contact: Extra info: Contact: EMKA TRANS – Tuesday – Sunday SUPERTOUR DMC POLAND ONE DAY TOUR isupertour-dmc-poland.pl onedaytour.eu [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 55 66 323 (+48) 662 260 000 (+48) 22 55 66 336 (+48) 22 211 18 25

3 11-13h PLN 640 / per person 2 8h PLN 1585 / per group of 2 pax

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CHOPIN’S WARSAW Visit the Chopin Museum, touch the benches that play his works and enter the Holy Cross Church where Cho- pin's heart is buried. If you are looking for an unforget- table experience – we suggest adding to your tour by listening to a private piano recital featuring Chopin's best known pieces performed in the breath-taking Pal- ace on the Isle in the Royal Łazienki Park. C H o p

Contact: FURNEL TRAVEL A R furnel.pl s [email protected] (+48) 22 244 99 00

Download CHOPIN IN WARSAW free app and see Fryderyk Chopin's Warsaw! 20 3h PLN 237 / per person

Download SELFIE WITH CHOPIN free app and take a photo with Fryderyk Chopin! r=I ... li1:.1.ICJ The Fryderyk Chopin Museum c;; ▪ Holds the world’s largest collection of Chopin memorabilia, comprising autographs, notes, letters, c..,-• "e „aLl'"l' Find out more at: manuscripts and objects once belonging to the composer. li �,1•"' en.chopin.warsawtour.pl ul. Okólnik 1 muzeum.nifc.pl

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Booking information: tel. +48 533 49 39 40 www.ChopinPASS.com

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Check out where you can listen to Chopin’s music

Chopin Point Warsaw Time for Chopin Chopin Concerts in Fryderyk Concert Hall This was the most beautiful form of If you wish to experience the entertainment I have experienced best moments with Fryderyk by Concert Agency in a while. Absolutely magical Chopin’s music, visit Time for Presto performance. Chopin in the cosy and charming interiors of the Old Gallery 7 p.m. everyday your opportunity This opinion of our guest of the Association of Polish to hear the best Chopin pieces, describes the best way the idea Art Photographers. Every day in the most beautiful concert of our concerts. at 6 p.m. you can listen to the hall in Old Town Warsaw. Great Here you will experience: most beautiful pieces of Chopin, interpretations on a Steinway performances of the best performed by the outstanding Concert Piano by internationally pianists • unique atmosphere pianists. Come round during your recognized pianists. Graduates • introduction about Chopin’s visit at the Old Town! of major academies. Global life in Warsaw • air-conditioned competition winners. No visit interior with limited seats, Maximum number of people: 50 to Warsaw is complete without Duration: 1h a Chopin concert at Fryderyk • every day concerts at Price: 60 PLN / per person 5:30 p.m.* and 7 p.m. • best Concert Hall. for individual guests and small Contact: 5 Stars on Google groups • private concerts for Time for Chopin www.timeforchopin.eu everyday at 7 p.m. groups, historic interiors on Old Gallery of ZPAF tickets –www.fryderyk.events request • piano master classes Zamkowy Sq. 8 Check us out at: • and complimentary glass of [email protected] www.fryderyk.events traditional honey wine before the (+48) 501 127 125 www.chopininwarsaw.pl concert. (+48) 728 808 660 Extra info: * in high season every day at 6 p.m. Extra info: groups welcome by prior notice for individuals and groups TICKET OFFICE: 11 a.m. – 19 p.m. drink served during the intermission Everyday concert 7 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.* PLN 75PLN / 18 EUR

Contact: Chopin Point Warsaw www.chopinpoint.com.pl Address: Krakowskie Przedmieście 62 [email protected] (+48) 601 333 433

For 61 years, every Sunday from May to September – the Royal Łazienki Museum has an open invitation to free Chopin concerts. Pianists from all over the world and an informal atmosphere make it a great summer afternoon!

Details at: lazienki-krolewskie.pl

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IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF WARSAW JEWS Tour the former Jewish Ghetto, including the Mon- ument to the Ghetto Heroes symbolising the heroic defiance of the Ghetto uprising in 1943; the Path of Remembrance, commemorating the Jews who were murdered in the Ghetto; the Bunker Monument and Umschlagplatz, displaying the names of hundreds of people from the ghetto. Drive to the Jewish Ceme- tery and then off to the impressive Nożyk Synagogue.

Contact: MAZURKAS TRAVEL mazurkas.com.pl [email protected] (+48) 22 536 46 84 (+48) 668 121 455

PLN 1,030 per group 1-2 persons / 1 4h Trace the story of Warsaw’s Jewish com- PLN 1,265 per group 3-6 persons munity by visiting the Ghetto Wall, the Nożyk Synagogue, the Jewish Cemetery JEWISH VIP TOUR WITH EXPERT GUIDE and the Museum of the History of Polish Your heart will feel the weight of Polish‐Jewish history. Jews POLIN, located at the heart of what During your VIP tour around Warsaw led by an expert was once the Jewish district, next to the guide, you will be awed by the places you visit, including the Jewish Historical Institute, Nozyk Synagogue, Um- Monument of the Ghetto Heroes. See some schlagplatz and the remains of the former Jewish Ghet- of the locations from the movie The Pianist, to. Find out more about famous Polish Jews such as look around Grzybowski Square and P­ różna Ludwik Zamenhof – creator of the Esperanto language! Street, where there are several buildings that survived the war, and enjoy a traditional Contact: AB POLAND TRAVEL Jewish meal in one of the nearby restau- abpoland.com rants. The Footbridge of Memory, an illu- [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74 minated installation overChłodna Street, is also a must‑see. Located in the place where a wooden footbridge used to connect the large and small ghettos, this memorial com- memorates those tragic events through the 1 3-7h from PLN 140 / per person use of multimedia and 3D pictures in special viewing windows. JEWISH WARSAW TOUR The former Ghetto, the Gensher cemetery and the Synagogue are must see highlights. We want to show you more! Have you read the book “The Zoo Keeper's Wife” or maybe seen the recent film? Let us take you to the and visit the Żabinski Family Vil- la, used by the couple as a shelter for the Jews they smuggled from the ghetto and helped out of the city to save from deportation to death camps.

Contact: FURNEL TRAVEL furnel.pl [email protected] (+48) 22 244 99 00

1-2 pax: PLN 731 / party, 1 4h min. 20 pax: PLN 111 / pax

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THROUGH WARSAW TO TREBLINKA – JEWISH WARSAW THE JEWISH TRIAL Jewish Community has been present in Warsaw for Warsaw in 1940. Citizens killed, imprisoned or dragged ages. It is a story of great times, many returns and dra- away to the Nazi concentration camps. Among them, matic events. The Second World War and Holocaust those who suffered almost total decimation – the War- left the city changed forever. But, alongside stories saw Jews. You will see the ghetto monument and hear of destruction, there are those of the unimaginable about their lives. Discover how vivid the Jewish commu- bravery of people fighting without hope. Take a walk nity is in Warsaw. Next we will head for Treblinka, once through nowadays Jewish Warsaw and be ready for a Nazi extermination camp and now a memorial site. a journey through times and emotions.

Contact: Contact: EMKA TRANS – SUPERTOUR DMC POLAND ONE DAY TOUR isupertour-dmc-poland.pl onedaytour.eu [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 55 66 323 (+48) 662 260 000 (+48) 22 55 66 336 (+48) 22 211 18 25

3 8-10h PLN 400 / per person 2 4h PLN 1130 / per group of 2 pax

JEWISH WARSAW PRIVATE TOUR BY WARSAW JUDAICA – OFF BEATEN TRACK RETRO CAR FIAT 125P Discover hidden traces of Jewish past. Before WW2 Want to know more about Warsaw’s Jewish heritage? Warsaw was 2nd biggest Jewish city in the world. Lo- If you wonder how much of this amazing society is still cal Jews mad sigificant impact on all aspects of city’s present here, choose this offer. On the tour you will life: from economy and science to... cuisine and jazz see the remains of the Ghetto Wall, Grzybowski Square music. The community perished during the war, but with its nearby Synagogue and the Jewish Theatre. many of it’s traces survived. Join the tour and discov- Take a ride to the monument of the Ghetto Heroes er them with us! Taxi transfer for private tour/minibus and to the Jewish Cemetery. You can take a private for group included in price. tour in a Fiat 125p. Contact: Extra info: Contact: SPARK POLAND All year WPT 1313 INCOMING TRAVEL AGENCY wpt1313.com/en poland-incoming.eu [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 (+48) 22 126 98 00 (+48) 882 413 826 (+48) 793 159 715

2 – private tour PLN 329 / private tour 4-5h 1-4 2,5-4h from PLN 59 / per person 10-15 group tour PLN 155 / group tour

WARSAW JEWISH QUARTER TOUR The tour covers Jewish history as well as some of most 1000-Year Journey Through the History of Polish Jews POLIN important Jewish monuments – all contained within Museum invites you to a unique journey in time – from the Middle walk in Warsaw Jewish District and the area of former Ages till the present day. See Hebrew lettering on one of the oldest ghetto in Warsaw. Polish coins, make your very own print on a printing press and admire the fabulously colorful vaulting of a wooden synagogue! Contact: Extra info: INTOUR POLSKA LTD All year round 1000-year journey through the core exhibition – guided tour intourpolska.pl in Polish and English. [email protected] (+48) 22 439 05 10 More details at www.polin.pl

Key dates & events: From April – new opening hours, for further information please go towww.polin.pl 17 April–30 November – temporary exhibition „Muranów”

from PLN 350 / per person © M. Starowieyska 1 4h or per group 1-10 pax

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PALACE OF CULTURE AND SCIENCE “FROM THE BASEMENT TO THE ROOF” Get to know the mysterious undergrounds and social-re- alist interiors of the most recognisable building in War- saw – the Palace of Culture and Science. Only with us will you find out how deep is the basement, how the Palace’s technical heart functions, and whether there is a… chapel in the Palace. Additionally, you will see panoramic views of Warsaw from the most famous viewing terrace in Po- land, located on the 30th floor. We’re waiting for you!

Contact: TOUR LEADERS tourleaders.pl [email protected] (+48) 881 631 881

After World War II, Warsaw architects were given the task of rebuilding the city in a new 5 2h PLN 60 design style which was to be “socialist in content and national in form”. Discover the ON THE TRACK OF POLISH COMMUNISM BY RETRO CARS OR BUS architectural heritage of socialist realism in Take a tour with a private driver guide in a Fiat 125p, or Warsaw with a visit to the Palace of Culture get behind the wheel of a Fiat 126p and drive it yourself, and Science, which was given by Stalin as or maybe jump on board a Jelcz 043 “Cucumber” and get a gift from the Soviet Union to the Polish to know our communist past. Visit the Palace of Culture nation. Walk around Parade Square, built and Science, the Constitution Square – the ‘workers’ neigh- bourhood, or the headquarters of the former Communist to host the propaganda‑filled speeches of party. Get your communism experience first-hand while the leaders of the Polish People’s Republic, touring Warsaw in these vehicles. Go ahead comrades! and then go to the Marszałkowska Housing District to explore Constitution Square with Contact: WPT 1313 its impressive sculptures from the 1950s. To wpt1313.com/en feel the spirit of those bygone days, pop into [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 one of the last remaining milk bars, fast food (+48) 882 413 826 canteens from that time, for some inexpen- sive, home‑style, traditional Polish cooking. 1 2,5-4h from PLN 59 / per person It’s a great opportunity to feel the unique atmosphere of places where time appears COMMUNISM TOUR to have stood still. Take a journey back in time in a retro Nysa 522! This tour will help you understand communist time in Po- land. You will see relics from the times of the Polish People’s Republic (PRL). Anecdotes from politics, the ideas of rebuilding Warsaw after the Second World War and the absurdities of everyday life will be at your fin- gertips. Visit the Museum of Life Under Communism.

Contact: ADVENTURE WARSAW adventurewarsaw.pl/en/ [email protected] (+48) 515 908 505 (+48) 606 225 525

2 3h PLN 169 / per person

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WARSAW HARBORS Some of Warsaw harbors have not changed for the last 40 years, while others have been renewed into a modern place. Visit these and see Warsaw from a whole new per- Museum of spective, with a guide showing you the city’s impressive Life under history from the river. Admire the panorama of the Old Communism Town, the Copernicus Science Centre, and the “PGE Narodowy” stadium. All from comfortable, exclusive ▪ The only museum of communism in boats with refreshments included, sun deck and WiFi. Warsaw showing bright and dark Contact: Extra info: sides of the PO WIŚLE May – December po-wisle.pl only private tour People’s Republic [email protected] of Poland. (+48) 536 777 536 ul. Piękna 28/34 mzprl.pl

4-12 1-1,5h from PLN 149 / per person

WARSAW BY TRAM For those who want to snatch a glimpse of Warsaw's recent history, we suggest taking a ride on the historic tram line. There are five different tram routes to choose from, all showing different parts of Warsaw. To make the ride even more pleasant, we will provide a violinist to serenade you with pieces by Polish composers, and we will serve some Polish snacks and drinks.

Contact: LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL POLAND liberty-dmc-poland.com [email protected] (+48) 22 295 04 52

20 2h from PLN 290 / per person

The Gallery of Steel Figures Shows over 90 figures inspired by characters from movies, comics and cartoons and world’s most famous sport cars and motorcycles made in 1:1 scale, created by artists from all around the world. Exhibition open April-September 2020 Contact: Plac Defilad 1 (+48) 500 500 100 galleryofsteelfigures.com

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WARSAW NATURE CRUISE Beavers in a European Capital! See the nature of the Vistula River in Warsaw: islands with unique wild birds, parks and forests, beaver lodges. If you are lucky, you can bump into wild boar and other animals. Cruise with a life guide to explore incredible nature in the middle of a European capital. Enjoy it from comfortable, brand new, exclusive boats with heating, refreshments, sun deck, WiFi and toilets.

Contact: Extra info: PO WIŚLE May – December po-wisle.pl private tour [email protected] (+48) 536 777 536

Warsaw is a truly refreshing and invigorat- ing destination because nearly half of the 4-12 1-2h from PLN 149 / per person area of the city is made up of green spaces. There are over 90 parks, of which the big- gest and most beautiful isthe Royal Łazien- GREEN WARSAW BIKE TOUR While in Warsaw, you have a great chance to see the ki Park and palace complex. Another very only European capital with a river flowing wild right special green area is the unspoiled, natural through its city centre. It is a great place to relax, to habitat on the right bank of the Vistula Riv- sunbathe, to party or just take a stroll. You can enjoy er. Indeed, both banks of the river are re- concerts there or have fun during a wild bonfire with garded as the summer centres of the city. friends. It is a great opportunity to see the locals hang- ing out, experience arts and nature, and to burn off There are eight municipal beaches for you some calories at the same time. to relax on, or where you can rent sporting equipment if you prefer, and you can also go Contact: Extra info: on a bike ride along the river, or take a short STATION WARSAW May – September stationwarsaw.com private tour cruise on a comfortable, exclusive boat. The [email protected] newly-modernised Vistula boulevards are (+48) 661 368 758 very popular among walking enthusiasts, and there is also the Multimedia Fountain Park nearby, not far from the Royal Castle, 1 3h from PLN 660 / group which plays host to a number of cultural events, such as Wianki, the summer solstice VISTULA RIVER FROM BIRD’S EYE VIEW festival in June, andthe Feast of the Vistula There is nothing like a bird’s-eye view to really see in September. what’s what. You are in for a treat when you fly along the Vistula River, looking out over Warsaw and admir- ing the city from the sky! Choose from a helicopter or plane to get a 360° view of Warsaw – Poland’s crown jewel. During this adventure you will see the beauty of the “Queen of Polish Rivers” and an amazing pan- orama of Warsaw.

Contact: AB POLAND TRAVEL abpoland.com [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74

from PLN 800 / per person 1 10‑60 min. group of max. 3 people

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DRAGON BOATS RACE We invite you to join an amazing water race in Dragon The Museum of Modern The Ujazdowski Boats. These boats resemble a mighty dragon in shape and are always beautifully decorated. All it takes is ten Art in Warsaw Castle Centre strong-armed rowers to create a memorable and impor- ▪ Invites to its exciting, for Contemporary Art tant teambuilding experience. After the race you can temporary exhibition space – ▪ Invites to exhibitions, play beach volleyball and enjoy food from foodtrucks Museum on the Vistula performances, lectures, serving all kinds of culinary delights – from Mexican Wybrzeże Kościuszkowskie 22 arthouse cinema and much and Greek, to burgers and Polish “zapiekanka”. artmuseum.pl more ul. Jazdów 2 Contact: Extra info: u-jazdowski.pl LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL Summer season POLAND liberty-dmc-poland.com [email protected] (+48) 22 295 04 52

20 3h from PLN 260 / per person

The Zachęta – National The National Museum Gallery of Art in Warsaw ▪ Is a place where the most ▪ Over 800,000 exhibits interesting phenomena of of both Polish and foreign art 20th and 21st century art dating from antiquity until are presented. This over now 100 years old institution stages temporary exhibitions Aleje Jerozolimskie 3 of outstanding Polish and mnw.art.pl foreign artists Plac Stanisława Małachowskiego 3 zacheta.art.pl

The Royal Łazienki Museum ▪ The happiest place in Warsaw. The Royal Łazienki was King Stanisław August’s summer residence. Today it is a modern museum accesssible and friendly to the public, a place of many cultural events. ul. Agrykola 1 lazienki-krolewskie.pl

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“PGE Narodowy” stadium – place of positive energy In 2018, over 2 million people visited the “PGE Narodowy” stadium. The stadium itself and the grasslands around it are open for everyone from dusk to late evening, seven days a week. The venue welcomes both those who come for concerts and sports events as those who simply want to see it, and of course those who actively go in for sports themselves.

If you fancy a break from sightseeing, or you’d simply like to escape from the hustle From the day it opened, the “PGE Narodowy” stadium locations normally reserved for the players of the Po- and bustle of the city, you can always go for has enjoyed unwavering popularity thanks to a wealth land’s football team. During “Feel like a VIP” tour you a bike ride along the Vistula ­boulevards, en- of diverse events held inside. It is not only a sport are- will also have a possibility to visit the luxurious areas joy some light exercise in one of the open-air na, hosting football and volleyball matches and motor of the stadium – e.g. the VIP skyboxes, and the media sports competitions, or a venue for concerts attracting stands – prepared for the most important guests vis- mini-gyms, go for a quick run in one of War- the biggest stars, but is also a home to many free-to-at- iting the “PGE Narodowy” stadium. The visitors can saw’s beautiful parks (tryPole ­Mokotowskie tend events and workshops promoting a healthy lifestyle. also climb up to the Viewing Point in the upper stands – you won’t regret it!) or get in a kayak and The “PGE Narodowy” stadium offers a number of from where they can admire a panoramic view of the paddle down the river for a panoramic view tours to those who want to take a closer look, giv- “PGE Narodowy” stadium. of the city from a totally different perspec- ing everyone an opportunity to feel like a true fan by The “PGE Narodowy” stadium also organizes a num- checking out the stadium acoustics and entering the ber of free-to-attend events promoting active participa- tive. You will quickly see that Warsaw is locker rooms where Cristiano Ronaldo and Robert Le- tion in sports. Very popular are inline skating workshops the perfect place for people who love be- wandowski prepared for their matches during Europe- where experienced instructors share their practical ing active. an Championships. skills with young enthusiasts of the sport. A nice crowd Currently, the most popular tours are those devel- of people also gathers on Tuesdays at running training oped around different themes: “Football Emotions”, sessions conducted by experienced coaches. “Feel like a VIP”, “A History Lesson”, “PGE Narodowy For more specific information and a schedule of for Juniors” and “PGE Narodowy for Seniors”. “Feel events organized at the “PGE Narodowy” stadium, like a VIP “tour is conducted in seven languages: Polish, visit the stadium’s website at: www.pgenarodowy.pl. English, Spanish, French, German, Russian and Italian. You can also download a free mobile app called “PGE Every tour gives you a unique opportunity to see Narodowy”, available from both Google Play and the not only the pitch and the stands up close, but also the App Store.

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Służewiec Racecourse

Legia Warsaw

Służewiec Racecourse finds itself among the old- sic races in the world as well as the Oaks for the ’s state-of-the-art stadium is one of the bench; see the Wall of the Champions – photographs est and the most beautiful tracks in Europe. More fillies ans St. Leger. Other highlights events during most advanced arenas in Europe. Taking a tour of it, of all the players and head coaches who ever won the than 80 years of history of Polish Racing History in the season are Spring Prize and Ruler Prize, Arabian you will have a chance to see all the places available championship of Poland with Legia; visit the dressing that special place. Every year from mid-April until Horse Day in August and the Great Warsaw Race in only to players, coaching staff, and… guided tours par- room – if only those walls could talk…; the business mid-November you can experience here more than the end of September. Two renovated historical au- ticipants. What’s more, our experienced and insight- and hospitality area of the stadium; the FanStore – 50 race days when Służewiec Racecourse hosts flat dience stands and beautiful green spaces are availa- ful guides will make sure that you know everything where you will find official club merchandise, includ- races for Thoroughbreds and Arabian horses. It is ble for visitors. This welcoming racecourse provides about the history of the stadium and the club. Tour de- ing match shirts, t-shirts, jackets, blouses, scarves, and also a great place for fans of harness racing. Warsaw the perfect location for an afternoon of Flat racing. scription: a walk through the pitch to the substitutes’ much, much more. Racecourse it is a home of Flat racing’s ‘blue riband’ See more at: www.torsluzewiec.pl and our Facebook’s event as Derby in July, the most famous of 5 Clas- and Instagram profile.

Number of participants: from 1 to 40 Time: 90 minutes Prices: starting at PLN 15

Contact: Contact: Legia Warsaw Tor Wyścigów Konnych Służewiec www.stadium-tours.legia.com Puławska 266, 02-684 Warsaw. mob.: (+48) 608 542 541 Telephone.: (+48) 22 543 95 00 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] Extra info: available for groups upon booking and for Find us on: www.torsluzewiec.pl and FB or Instagram. individual visitors

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Cycling lanes, jogging lanes, harbours – enthusiasts of active leisure on the Vistula River have plenty to choose from! A special fitness trail winds along the “wild” right bank. If you happen to cycle in this neighbourhood, for example, you can use the climbing wall or go skateboarding by the Świętokrzyski Bridge, do flatland skimming near the zoo, play volleyball and other things by the Poniatowski Bridge, or try your hand at archery once you reach Gocław. The left bank of the river is primarily boulevards. On their new central stretch, you can find, among other things, trampolines and spraygrounds. It is well worth stopping at an outdoor gym and a workout zone by the Flotylla Wiślana Boulevard or the Czerniakowski Port. More and more sailing opportunities are opening up all the time. From May on, the river is open both to large vessels, which will take you on an all-day cruise out from the city, as well as traditional wooden boats andkayaks offering hour-long pleasure cruises, e.g. at sunset. On the Płyta Desantu you can find a brand-new paddle tennis court. Also available are free ferries joining the opposite banks, which can be used for transporting bikes. This coming season will see open-air training ses- sions of yoga, roller skiing and tai chi.

OASIS BEAUTY DAY SPA

Exclusive day spa in the Heart of Warsaw offering a wide range of beauty and body therapies: Therapeutic and Classic Massage, Organic Body and facial Treatments, Manicure and Therapeutic Pedicure Groups booking, couple treatments and private parties. All treatments are provided by our highly professional staff who will take you away from your stressful lives and help you to relax.

June – Warsaw Head Al. Jerozolimskie 65/79 June – Regatta Cup Quarter Wisła level-1 shop 20, (Marriott building) August – ‘W’ Hour on the Vistula river (+48) 22 630 64 70 September – Fest of the Vistula [email protected] www.oasisbeautydayspa.pl Find out more at: facebook.com/Warsaw/

HEALTH AND WELLNESS TRAVEL POLAND

Warsaw is not only a historic city, but a destination for health and active tourism as well. If, apart from exploring Warsaw, you are looking for a feast for the body, we invite you to benefit from our services. A visit at a SPA? Wellness services? Horseback riding? Or maybe a specialist medical consultation? Find out what else our city has to offer health tourists.

pl. Bankowy 2 (+48) 22 100 13 14 [email protected] www.hwtravel.pl

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Direct Suntago Bus located at Al. Jerozolimskie 56 (parking)

Suntago Water World EXTRA INFO PRICES CONTACT Open all year: Depends on zona Park of Poland Enjoy the vacation atmosphere in Suntago Water World – the largest indoor water park in Europe. In Suntago, – weekdays Mon–Fri & time in the park. parkofpoland.com located in Park of Poland in Wręcza, just 35 km drive from Warsaw you will discover unique attractions in 3 dif- 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Starts from (+48) 22 464 44 22 ferent themed zones surrounded by over 740 palm trees at a tropical temperature of 32 °C. Spend a night weekends and holidays PLN 59 / per adult person and [email protected] in ­Suntago Village (opens in march 2020) with 92 modern bungalows and have a great time a little longer. 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. PLN 39 / per child

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7. Warsaw Praga 54 55

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK This tour is for guests who enjoy seeing places which are slightly off the main tourist routes! We show you all corners of the city, visiting both sides of the Vistula and giving you the chance to discover the many fac- es of the Polish capital. Find out where local Warsaw people meet up, and see where hipsters and nature lovers go to relax. Come with us to the eastern part of the city – Warsaw’s Praga district!

Contact: ADVENTURE WARSAW adventurewarsaw.pl/en/ [email protected] (+48) 515 908 505 (+48) 606 225 525 Praga has been a diverse district within the city in terms of culture, ethnicity and reli- 2 4h PLN 189 / per person gion for centuries. It wasn’t destroyed dur- ing World War II and, as a result, it is con- DARK SIDE OF WARSAW RETRO BUS sidered the most authentic part of the city. TOUR Start your look around Praga with a visit Let us take you on an incredible journey through the to the Praga Museum of Warsaw where Praga district on board our iconic communist-era retro Jelcz bus, nicknamed the “Cucumber”. See some of the you can learn all about the history of the most interesting sights the district has to offer, such as district. Go to the Polish Vodka Museum a former vodka factory, a former black market, a Rus- housed in a historic distillation and recti- sian Orthodox Church and a chocolate factory. Enjoy fication plant within the premises of the Praga’s wonderful murals and picturesque streets, like Koneser Praga Centre. Take a stroll through Ząbkowska, Brzeska and Stalowa. the historic streets, look inside churches of Contact: different faiths, find the shrines hidden in WPT 1313 backyards and cast your eye over some fas- wpt1313.com/en [email protected] cinating original murals. Alternatively, you (+48) 22 882 13 13 can always spend a little time in his­ toric (+48) 882 413 826 Skaryszewski Park or at the zoo. Finish with a visit to Saska Kępa, an atmospheric neigh- 1-40 2,5h PLN 105 / per person bourhood full of modernist architecture and home to restaurants offering cuisine from See the unique exhibits and all around the world. interactive galleries in the Polish Vodka Museum that will reveal the history and tradition of Polish Vodka to you. It is housed in the premises of the Koneser Praga Centre, being the core of reborn Praga district of Warsaw which brings historic buildings back to life and creates new destinations on the leisure, food&beverage, cultural and retail map of Warsaw.

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KONESER – Ząbkowska/ Plac Konesera/Markowska Praga Centre is one of the most captivating locations in Warsaw. Koneser offers iconic restaurants and bars, exceptional museums, unique shops, unavailable in shopping centres, fairs, festivals, and other events, in the scenery of historic, marvellously restored red brick buildings of the 19th-century vodka factory. Koneser is a place full of positive energy, inspiration, and passion – come Imagine visit us. Centrum Praskie Koneser your city break Plac Konesera 1 in Warsaw www.koneser.eu warsawcitybreak.com

The Polish Vodka Museum The Polish Vodka Museum presents an incredible journey from the origins Hotels recommend by Warsaw Tourism Organization: of Aqua Vitae and the 500 year history of Vodka to its’ modern stance in Poland and the world. It is a place of education through entertainment. The highly interactive galleries and professional guides create a unique blend of experiences, which guarantees unforgettable memories. All this is topped off with an amazing Vodka tasting. Centrum Praskie Koneser Plac Konesera 1 www.muzeumpolskiejwodki.pl

The Praga Museum of Warsaw The Praga Museum of Warsaw is one of the first museums (ever!) on Warsaw’s right bank. Their mission is to preserve and promote the heritage of the entire eastern Warsaw. They are located in one of the oldest residential buildings in this part of the city. Their offer is aimed not only at local residents, Praga’s (Warsaw’s) art communities, Polish educational institutions, enthusiasts and experts on local history and culture, but also at foreign visitors interested in a SoHo/ Bio-Clean Shoreditch-type of a city experience and also at Jewish communities and expats. SERVICE COMPANY – SPECIALIZED CLEANING www.bio-clean.com.pl ul. Targowa 50/52 Cleaning and disinfection after deaths, killings, fires, pigeons, [email protected] muzeumpragi.pl microbiological audits, laboratory cleaning, property restitution. 782 361 084

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THE VODKA TOUR Discover the rich world of vodka! First of all, our tour is NOT a pub crawl. We deliver an expert but fun way to understand Poland’s vodka culture. We will taste vari- ous vodkas and pair them with typical vodka food. A lo- cal, experienced guide will answer all your questions: Is there any way to say no to vodka? Was it invented in Poland or ? What kinds are there? We know it all!

Contact: EAT POLSKA eatpolska.com [email protected] (+48) 661 368 758 After sunset, Warsaw dresses itself in spar- kling, colourful lights and glowing neon signs, which were very popular in communist 2 3,5h PLN 319 / per person times and are now making their way back onto the streets of the capital. See all the PREMIUM WARSZAWA EVENING TOUR historic buildings and monuments, church- – DINNER & CONCERT es and bridges illuminated in the twilight as Tour starts with English or Japanese speaking assistant they merge with the lights and colours of picking you up from the hotel in the evening. You will go by car with private driver and assistant to the restau- the city’s nightlife. The streets Nowy Świat rant to enjoy traditional Polish dinner. After dinner as- and Foksal are packed with bars and pubs, sistant will walk you to venue where you so there is no shortage of places to enjoy can enjoy Fryderyk Chopin’s music. After the concert a shot of Polish vodka or a glass of locally transfer by car to the hotel. brewed beer. Explore Ząbkowska Street and Contact: Extra info: the many restaurants and bars in the Praga MELODY TOURS Everyday district which attract students and hipsters www.melodytours.pl [email protected] alike. Or you could try some of the delica- (+48) 535 303 315 cies on offer at the night time street food (+48) 534 814 411 markets or in the legendary Koszyki market hall – a historic commercial building from the beginning of the 20th century which 1 3h from PLN 204 has been lovingly restored and now houses a wide range of bars and restaurants which WARSAW HIGHLIGHTS TOUR Our Warsaw Highlight Tour is a perfect way for those have made it one of Warsaw’s favourite cu- who would like to see Warsaw from another perspec- linary destinations. tive. Take a ride on our Skyscrapers route, see the Old Town and charming Vistula boulevards. In 2.5 h you will experience the buzz of the city. The tour ends on the Viewing Terrace on the 30th floor of the Palace of Cul- ture and Science where you can admire amazing views over the city. Walk, bike or bus – the choice is yours!

Contact: TOUR LEADERS tourleaders.pl [email protected] (+48) 881 631 881

2 2,5h from PLN 99 / per person

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GOOD EVENING WARSAW! To see Warsaw during the approaching holiday sea- son, when the City dresses up for the festivities, is to Klub Spatif remember the City forever. We will drive through the A living legend – the glory years return to Klub Spatif, a hybrid crossover of restaurant, coctail wonderfully illuminated Nowy Świat and let you off at bar and music club… Cuisine is quite simple, a glorious hymn to natural tastes and old Warsaw the statue of Nicolaus Copernicus – the onset of the style. The drinks card is great work of World Class Country Winner. The events calendar is all- famous Royal Route. It will be as if you had stepped -encompassing, presenting everything from live jazz and avant-garde, disco and funk parties to into a fairy tale and submerged yourself into the mag- theatre and burlesque. ic of Christmas.

Al. Ujazdowskie 45 Contact: Extra info: (+48) 22 625 14 98 EMKA TRANS – from November to February [email protected] ONE DAY TOUR www.klubspatif.pl onedaytour.eu [email protected] (+48) 662 260 000 (+48) 22 211 18 25

3 4h PLN 190 / per person

ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR OF WARSAW Fabulous walking city tour with a lunch and dinner in traditional Polish restaurant. Then time in hotspots of Warsaw nightlife.

Contact: Extra info: INTOUR POLSKA LTD All year round intourpolska.pl [email protected] (+48) 22 439 05 10

2 6h from PLN 350 / per person

Copernicus Science Centre A true paradise for all science buffs, and most definitely not just for the younger members of the family. You can conduct experiments yourself, watch a show in the Planetarium or visit the High Voltage Theatre. Nearby is the Mermaid statue, the symbol of Warsaw.

Wybrzeże Kościuszkowskie 20 www.kopernik.org.pl

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WARSAW NIGHTLIFE TOUR SUNSET RIVER CRUISE BY RETRO FIAT Take an evening cruise on the Vistula River and see To feel the spirit of Warsaw by night, drive around in an amazing side of Warsaw after sunset: illuminated our communist‑era taxi. See the top attractions, com- bridges, modern buildings, the Vistula boulevards, the munist era themed bars as well as party spots known Royal Castle with its lights, the Old Town panorama, only to the locals. Roll down the windows, let the night the moving lights of the “PGE Narodowy” stadium, and breeze in and enjoy. Watch breath‑taking night pan- quiet nature on the right bank. Even fireworks if you oramas, the Vistula River and wonderfully illuminated are lucky. All this on comfortable, brand new, exclusive buildings that reveal what is unseen in daylight. boats with heating, refreshments, sun deck and WiFi.

Contact: Contact: Extra info: WPT 1313 PO WIŚLE April – October wpt1313.com/en po-wisle.pl [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 (+48) 536 777 536 (+48) 882 413 826

1 2-4h from PLN 149 / per person 2-12 1h PLN 49 / per person

BEER TOUR A great option for an informal group evening. Included MAŁGORZATA POTOCKA’S SABAT THEATRE is a short introduction, 3 training stations in 3 different The only revue theatre in Poland, created on the model of pre-war Warsaw revue theatres. It refers locations; sensory training – tasting techniques, beer to the tradition of French cabarets and Las Vegas musical theatres, where you can eat a delicious din- favour profiles; how the beer is made – hops, malts and ner and enjoy a revue show. Only here the stage becomes a dance floor after the show. Located in the other ingredients; beer and food pairings – rules and center of Warsaw, it is an ideal place to spend evening or organize an event or integration meeting. tricks; meeting with pub owners. All that takes place in the company of a real expert – a licensed interna- ul. Foksal 16 tional beer judge! (+48) 22 826 23 55 (+48) 606 127 372 Contact: [email protected] FURNEL TRAVEL teatr-sabat.pl furnel.pl [email protected] (+48) 22 244 99 00

20 3h PLN 229 / per person

WARSAW PANORAMIC TOUR BY NIGHT Enjoy this great opportunity to get to know the history of Poland’s capital and see Warsaw beautifully lit up at night. Go past the National Museum to circle round the “PGE Narodowy” stadium and admire the night panora- ma of Warsaw. See the Palace of Culture and Science, stop by Ghetto Monument and on to the prestigious Royal Route to the Castle Square and the Old Town.

Contact: MAZURKAS TRAVEL mazurkas.com.pl [email protected] (+48) 22 536 46 84 (+48) 668 121 455

PLN 950 per group 1-2 persons / 1 2-3h PLN 1,095 per group 3-6 persons

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9. Culinary Warsaw 68 69

BELVEDERE RESTAURANT Located in Łazienki Park, this is the perfect place for work meetings and family celebrations alike and a must-visit on Warsaw’s culinary map. Its beautiful park surroundings and unique interiors provide a glo- rious setting for delicious Polish cuisine with a modern twist. Recommended by the Michelin Guide every year, in 2019 it received a rating of 3 red forks and spoons for comfort and quality.

ul. Agrykoli 1 [email protected] www.belvedere.com.pl Over the past few years, Warsaw has under- (+48) 22 55 86 701 gone a real revolution and become a pop- ular culinary destination. The city is now full of many different eateries – from ele- gant, starred restaurants to unpretentious bistros and even old-style milk bars where soups, dumplings and cream cakes are the BRASSERIE WARSZAWSKA order of the day. Warsaw’s fare has now This is where Polish cuisine opens up to French in- come to the attention of the foreign media, fluences and perfectly coexists with them. The menu such as Forbes and the authoritative blog is dominated by classics: burgundy snails, foie gras, beef tartar, fish and steaks. Locality and seasonality HappyCow Vegan Guide, which ranked the of products are important to us. We focus on quality Polish capital among the top vegan-friendly both in cuisine and in the service. There are no com- cities. Warsaw strongly promotes diversi- promises here. Brasserie Warszawska is recommend- ty – and the food here comes from all four ed by Michelin Guide for the last 5 years. They were corners of the globe. There are places of- awarded Bib Gourmand since 2014. fering cuisine from , Georgia, Hun- ul. Górnośląska 24 [email protected] gary and the Middle East, as well as vegan www.brasseriewarszawska.pl sushi which goes down extremely well with (+48) 22 628 94 23 Warsaw’s Japanese guests. These are just some of the local delicacies that you simply can’t miss: pyzy – round potato dumplings with a meat stuffing,żurek – sour rye soup served with egg and white sausage, and wuzetka – a chocolate sponge cake with OPASŁY TOM Situated in a former bookshop, Opasły Tom has promot- cream. Warsaw’s food constantly amazes ed the close connection between books and cooking both tourists and residents alike with its since it opened. It houses both a restaurant and a read- creativity, high-quality ingredients and val- ing room with numerous books on the culinary art and ue for money. also the history of the building which, before the war, was home to the famous Oaza restaurant. Read while you eat at Opasły Tom, and you can satisfy both your literary taste as well as your appetite.

ul. Wierzbowa 9 [email protected] www.kregliccy.pl (+48) 22 621 18 81

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FORTECA – THE EVENTS HARD ROCK CAFE WARSAW This unique adobe building surrounded by a moat pro- Hard Rock Cafe Warsaw is located in the very heart of the vides the perfect setting for stylish parties for any oc- city. Guests can enjoy great food surrounded by mem- casion, particularly weddings. The courtyard, 24 me- orabilia connected with legendary musicians and listen tres in diameter, can accommodate up to 600 standing to top-quality live music. With service that is both friendly people. With chefs from all around the world, Forteca and professional, its large floor space of 1,000 m2 over offers original dishes from Italy, France, Greece, Po- two floors, among the largest in the city, makes it a per- land, and Spain – as well as traditional Polish fect place to host corporate and social events. fare. Outside catering is also possible in locations in or ul. Złota 59 around Warsaw. [email protected] ul. Zakroczymska 12 www.hardrock.com/cafes/warsaw/pl/ [email protected] (+48) 22 222 07 00 www.kregliccy.pl (+48) 22 826 01 09

KIELISZKI NA HOŻEJ EL POPO MEXICAN RESTAURANT Kieliszki na Hożej serves here artisanal Polish cuisine El Popo offers a real Mexican experience, with all the which is full of flavour and based on a seasonal prod- classic dishes, as well as mouth-watering sweet des- ucts. Each dish has been created in tandem with their serts and, of course, the obligatory tequilas and mar- philosophy on the relationship between food and wine. garitas. All in a lively and authentic Mexican atmos- They are recommended by Michelin Guide in the first phere. With its two colourful and spacious rooms able year after opening. Kieliszki na Hożej is a place to Eat, to accommodate 160 guests, and also a cosy entresol Drink, Share, Relax and Enjoy. with smaller tables, El Popo is the perfect venue for any party! ul. Hoża 41 [email protected] ul. Senatorska 27 www.kieliszkinahozej.pl [email protected] (+48) 22 404 21 09 www.kregliccy.pl (+48) 22 827 23 40

CHIANTI – ITALIAN RESTAURANT KIELISZKI NA PRÓŻNEJ A wonderful Tuscan-style trattoria in the heart of War- Kieliszki na Próżnej puts wine first, with the aim of find- saw, Chianti offers a wide range of delicious antipasti, ing the ideal balance between glass and plate. Provid- salads, and homemade pasta dishes prepared by head ing traditional Polish cuisine but with a modern and chef Carlo Innoceti. There is also a wide selection of creative touch, they offer delicious main courses and quality wines. One important point, they don’t serve also their own original snack dishes to perfectly com- pizza. Spread over two floors and with a capacity of plement your wine. They like to use small, local sup- 120 people, the restaurant is the perfect place for pliers that meet their high standards, both for their company parties and celebrations for every occasion. food and their wine.

ul. Foksal 17 ul. Próżna 12 lok. 34/35 [email protected] [email protected] www.kregliccy.pl www.kieliszkinaproznej.pl (+48) 22 828 02 22 (+48) 501 764 674

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AKADEMIA RESTAURANT CHARLOTTE BOUILLON The Akademia Restaurant serves traditional Polish cui- Bouillon is the latest concept of Charlotte, which was sine in a modern way. It is a place where everyone will formed on the basis of the characteristic formula of a bar feel good – delicious food, surprising taste combina- with traditional French food. The classic Charlotte menu tions, friendly atmosphere and high class service make has been expanded to include meat and vegetarian broths Akademia a perfect place for a business meeting, fam- or boeuf bourguignon. Charlotte Bouillon is housed in ily meal or a dinner for two. When you are in Warsaw, a modernist building of the former Party House near the you cannot miss it!. gen. Charles de Gaulle Roundabout.

ul. Różana 2 ul. Nowy Świat 6/12 [email protected] [email protected] www.restauracjaakademia.pl bistrocharlotte.pl (+48) 784 902 902 (+48) 882 787 710

DAWNE SMAKI RESTAURANT CHARLOTTE PL. ZBAWICIELA Our restaurant, decorated in a representative and di- This is the first bistro of Charlotte, which was opened in verse style, allows you to organize meetings and events 2011. It has permanently entered the landscape of the to a high standard. The diverse size of the rooms and Savior’s Square and the culture of Warsaw. The menu a ffordable prices is our additional asset. Prestigious lo- includes sets consisting of fresh bread, butter, preserves cation, proximity to the I and II metro line, very good and chocolate, as well as breakfasts with eggs. Cold and transport connection with other districts of the city. We warm tartines, quiches, salads, French desserts are also o ffer traditional Polish flavors. Our specialized cooking served and an extensive offer of French wines is provided. sta ff guarantees the highest quality of specialties pre- al. Wyzwolenia 18 pared for you. [email protected] ul. Nowy Świat 49 bistrocharlotte.pl [email protected] (+48) 662 204 555 www.dawnesmaki.pl (+48) 22 465 83 20

SENSES RESTAURANT CHARLOTTE MENORA This restaurant, run by Andrea Camastra, is the Polish Charlotte Menora is distinguished by a menu expanded culinary window to the world. It can boast with a state- with Jewish cuisine and Jewish breadstuff, such as ba- of the-art equipment as well as food sensory lab and yet gels or challahs, which refer to the history of Grzybowski one experiences there most natural and complete tast- Square. The menu traditionally includes tartines, crois- ing experience. The cuisine is based on a large variety sants with chocolates and Charlotte preserves, croques, of Polish products, provided mostly by the farm in Kol- as well as white chocolate cheesecake, crème brûlée, buszowa, and ingredients from Italy, Switzerland, and also carefully selected wines from different regions or Spain. The dishes served in the Senses restaurant are of France. light, healthy and full of natural flavors – due to the prin- Pl. Grzybowski 2 ciple of ‘note by note’ adopted and rigorously observed [email protected] by Andrea Camastra and his staff. bistrocharlotte.pl (+48) 668 669 137 ul. Bielańska 12 [email protected] www.sensesrestaurant.pl (+48) 22 331 96 97

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DIFFERENT – 100 % DARK CULINARY WORKSHOPS Different is a restaurant in the dark, the only one in Polish Your Cooking was founded to help people mas- Poland served by blind waiters. It is a great and surpris- ter culinary skills and familiarize themselves with lo- ing attraction for romantic dinners for two or meetings cal cuisines in a fun and casual atmosphere. We con- with friends. It is a place for those who are looking for duct our cooking classes in English, Polish and other unusual experiences, strong emotions, extraordinary languages. Our scenarios range is wide enough for things, yet wanting to feel safe and being under the everyone to find something interesting: team-building, care of professionals. Welcome to the dark! tourist classes, b-day parties, bachelor nights, alcohol tastings and more! Al. Jerozolimskie 123a [email protected] Contact: www.restauracjadifferent.pl POLISH YOUR COOKING (+48) 533 123 123 [email protected] www.polishyourcooking.com (+48) 784 624 221

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THE FOOD TOUR We’re not yet another tour company. We’re food lov- ers, vodka experts and guides in one. We’re not going to tell you about the obvious. Instead, we take you for Restuarants recommended by a journey into flavours and culture of Polish Cuisine. Try Warsaw Tourism Organisation our Food Tour for a unique cultural experience of Pol- ish cuisine and drinks. You’re going to savour with your mouth and ears, and we’re sure you’ll fall in love with warsawcitybreak.com/where-to-eat/ what we’re crazy about. Contact: EAT POLSKA [email protected] eatpolska.com (+48) 661 368 758

2 4h PLN 319 / per person

WARSAW CULINARY UNIVERSITY Warsaw Culinary University is a unique cooking school located on the most popular tourist track in the city. Our cosy studio makes our guests feel special. We offer cooking classes for single tourists, organized groups and companies. Our portfolio include team- building activities, b-day parties, bechelor parties and even liquor making.

Contact: WARSAW CULINARY UNIVERSITY ul. Krakowskie Przedmieście 4/6 [email protected] www.wuk.com.pl (+48) 518 703 608

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tourist Masovian Branch – Polish Chamber of Tourism guide The members of the Branch are organisers of inbound tourism, outbound tourism, MICE, tourism agencies, insurance companies, academic institutions, representatives of hotel industry, carriers, organisers of trade fairs and other companies and institutions connected with a tourism industry. CHOPIN The main tasks of the Branch are, similarly to the Chamber, representation of ROUTE members interests, comprehensive action for the benefit of them, support and resolving current problems concerning their business activity.

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Getting to Warsaw 18 19 Warsaw is a convenient location in terms of air trav- el and has direct flight connections to192 cities. 22 11 03 25 09 2 international airports: 16 ▪ Chopin Airport – 10 km from the city centre 05 ▪ Warsaw Modlin Airport – 35 km from the city 26 24 centre

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01 The Palace of Culture and Science 15 The Chopin Point Warsaw 02 The “PGE Narodowy” stadium 16 The “Time for Chopin” concert hall 03 The POLIN Museum of the History 17 Copernicus Science Centre of Polish Jews 18 The Polish Vodka Museum 04 The National Museum in Warsaw 19 The Koneser Praga Centre 05 The Royal Castle in Warsaw – Museum 20 The Life Under the Communism Museum Metro line connecting two Vistula riverbanks 06 The Warsaw Rising Museum 21 The Zachęta – National Gallery of Art 07 The Fryderyk Chopin Museum 22 The Po-Wiśle river cruises harbour at the Art galleries aimed at promoting young artists at 08 The Łazienki Królewskie Museum Boulevard Jan Karski chosen metro stations 09 The Museum of Warsaw 23 The Dollhouse Museum 10 The Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw 24 Museum World of Illusion One ticket valid for all means of public transport 11 The Praga Museum of Warsaw 25 The Maria Skłodowska-Curie Museum 12 The Legia Warsaw Municipal Stadium 26 Fryderyk Concert Hall by Concert Agency [email protected] | www.metro.waw.pl 13 The Służewiec Racecourse Presto 14 The Ujazdowski Castle Centre for Contemporary Art 80

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