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Whatever you think Warsaw is going Loversf o culture, art and entertainment will find much to enjoy in Warsaw. Walk around the Old Town to see the Roy‑ al Castle, as well as the Cathedral and the Mermaid Statue. Enjoy a stroll along the Royal Route, packed with shops and to be like, when you get here you’ll charming cafes. Visit a prime example of social realism architecture, the tallest building in – the Palace of Culture and Science – with its viewing terrace on the 30th floor looking out over the entire city. From up there you will see that one quarter of Warsaw area is covered with green squares and gardens… so take a stroll through one of the largest parks – find it’s totally different, and in the Royal Łazienki Park or the Saxon Garden. Also visit one of the best of the city’s many museums, including the world’s largest Chopin memorabilia in the , or the National Museum with its impressive Faras Gallery, a great way! or perhaps the multimedia filled Warsaw Rising Museum, which will help you better understand the identity of the city.

Hidden behind the Iron Curtain for more than 50 years, the city has embarked on a new chapter SELF-DRIVE TOUR IN FIAT 126P OR RETRO CAR FIAT 125P in its history and is flourishing. A mix of old and new, fresh and vintage, passionate and professional Getow t kno Warsaw thanks to iconic Polish cars: Fiat 125p and Fiat 126p "Toddler". all makes Warsaw a very interesting place for tourists, businesspersons, event organisers, and anyone Visit the most important landmarks with your private guide. Drive the “Toddler” your‑ with an interest in art, culture and history. self or let the guide in yellow Fiat take you to such places as the Old Town, the Royal Łazienki Park and the Palace of Culture and Science. Are you ready for this experience? In this guide, you will find inspiration from what is on offer, and there are plenty of programmes Jump in, slam the doors and off we go! to choose from. For lovers of culture, art and entertainment, for those curious about Fryderyk Chopin, for nature lovers enjoying outdoor activities, or for anyone who wants to discover Warsaw Jewish 1 Contact: WPT 1313 RAFAŁ PAWEŁEK heritage – no matter whether you come to Warsaw for business or for pleasure, you will find here wpt1313.com/en 2,5‑4h many attractions perfect for you. [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 from PLN 75 / per person Find your own paths and discover what fascinates you. Don’t think twice, Warsaw is waiting for you! (+48) 882 413 826

WOW! WARSAW BIKE TOUR If you want an active way to visit the city that is suitable for anyone, then a bike is the answer. Our tours have been carefully designed to be informative and comprehensive, but also comfortable and pleasant. Try our Wow! Warsaw tour and get to know the real Warsaw – the historic heritage, the parks and cultural life, as well as the spots you won’t find in any guidebook.

Warsaw City Tours Guide is available upon request. 1 Contact: Extra info: To book your tour or ask about corporate & group offer, please see the offer contact details. STATION WARSAW May – September stationwarsaw.com Warsaw Tourism Organization has no legal responsibility for the services provided by the partners or any damage 3h caused by the tour participants. [email protected] (+48) 661 368 758 from PLN 80 / per person (+48) 605 982 713 Key to symbols: minimum number of participants duration price

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THE FOOD TOUR AND WORLD WAR II We’ret no yet another tour company. We’re food lovers, vodka experts and guides in one. Not momen in history has had such a calamitous impact on Warsaw like World War II. With We’ret no going to tell you about the obvious. Instead, we take you for a journey into the aftermath of the Warsaw Uprising of 1944 leaving 85% of the city in ruins, even today flavours and culture of Polish Cuisine. Try our Food Tour for a unique cultural experi‑ you can find the many marks it has left. To understand this important part of Polish history, ence of Polish cuisine and drinks. You’re going to savour with your mouth and ears, and let a local expert tell you all the stories and events that have shaped Warsaw into the city we’re sure you’ll fall in love with what we’re crazy about. is today; from the remains of the Ghetto to the bullet holes that still mark the walls.

Contact: 2 Contact: 1 EAT POLSKA AB POLAND TRAVEL eatpolska.com abpoland.com 4h 3‑7h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 661 368 758 (+48) 22 299 03 74 from PLN 99 / per person PLN 290 / per person (+48) 513 605 518

GO ON A TOUR BY OLD COMMUNIST BUS WARSAW RIVER CRUISE The best way to see all faces of Warsaw and feel the spirit of the city! Visit less known Cruise the in brand new, comfortable and exclusive boats with sun deck, re‑ Warsaw: the remains of the communism, pre-war Warsaw, Jewish Ghetto, and the freshments, heating and WiFi. The trip offers spectacular views of the Old Town, the highlights: the Royal Route and the Old Town (Royal Castle, Old Town Square, St. Anna Powiśle district, Copernicus Science Centre, the Warsaw Mermaid, the PGE National Church, Presidential Palace). See modern and green Powiśle area, including the roof gar‑ Stadium, “Fat Katy” water station, Warsaw bridges, wild beaches and incredible nature den of the Warsaw University. (even beavers if you’re lucky).

1‑12 Contact: Extra info: 15 Contact: Extra info: April – December Only for corporate groups PO WIŚLE ADVENTURE WARSAW po-wisle.pl adventurewarsaw.pl 1h 4h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 536 777 536 (+48) 606 22 55 25 PLN 47 / per person (+48) 604 495 400 PLN 129 / per person (+48) 662 390 815

One of the urban beaches at the Vistula River

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SIGHTSEEING ROUND WARSAW DISCOVER THE LONG-GONE WARSAW Tour Castle Square with King Sigismund’s Column and the Royal Castle. Visit St. John’s Walk through the Old Town, the Barbican, and Castle Square; drive along the Royal Cathedral and walk through the Old and New Towns. See Maria Sklodowska‑Curie’s Route past the Parliment; visit the Royal Łazienki Park with its Palace on the Water and house and the Warsaw Uprising Monument. Drive the Royal Route with its aristocrat‑ the monument to Chopin. Pay your respects at the former Jewish Ghetto monuments. ic residences, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the National Opera. Then a short Follow on to Wilanow – another royal residence. stop at the Royal Łazienki Park to see the Fryderyk Chopin Monument. Contact: Contact: 1 1 FURNEL TRAVEL MAZURKAS TRAVEL furnel.pl mazurkas.com.pl 3h 4h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 244 99 00 (+48) 22 389 41 82 1-2 pax: 613 PLN/party, PLN 990 per party of 1‑2 (+48) 668 121 455 min. 20 pax: 59 PLN/pax persons / PLN 1 050 per party of 3‑6 persons

WARSAW MUST‑SEE RETRO BUS TOUR POLAND QUEST Retro communist bus Jelcz a.k.a “Cucumber” will take you for a tour to see the most im‑ Poland Quest is a reality television game show in which teams of five people race around portant and the best known landmarks of Warsaw: Grzybowski Square to hear about Warsaw in a competition. These challenges are all related in some way to Poland or its Jewish community, the Old Town and Royal Castle – amazing example of the post-war culture. For example, in one of the tasks, the group will meet a lady in traditional dress, reconstruction. You will also visit the Royal Łazienki Park with an incredible garden. who will show everyone how to dance the most typical Polish dance – the Polonaise. The The last stop is the Palace of Culture and Science – the overwhelming gift from Stalin. group need to get good marks from the lady judge in order to pass on to the next task.

1 Contact: Extra info: 10 Contact: WPT 1313 RAFAŁ PAWEŁEK Every Saturday, at 3 p.m. LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL POLAND wpt1313.com/en liberty-int.com/our-destinations/poland/ 2,5h 4h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 (+48) 22 295 04 52 from PLN 59 / per person (+48) 882 413 826 from 355 PLN / per person

The Old Town

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Real Life Escape Game is an interactive group RIVER GAME EXPERIENCE entertainment experience that takes place in a specially designed area with riddles, Meet Warsaw through the eyes of the Vistula River. The participants of the river game surprises and special effects, called an escape will take part in competitions allowing them to integrate, and to get to know about one room. of the few great rivers in Europe. Players will taste local specialities, explore their cre‑ ativity and delve into the history of the city. Great fun is assured on board of an exclu‑ Room Escape Warsaw® is all about adventure sive boat with sun deck, bar, heating and WiFi. and fun! It is a real-time escape game that requires the participants to think fast, 12 Contact: Extra info: be creative and stay observant, but most HELLO POLAND DMC / FLOWER TRAVEL April – November of all to work as a team. The main quest flowertravel.pl Only for corpo‑ 2-3h in the game is to escape the trap by solving [email protected] rate groups (+48) 501 952 474 puzzles and riddles testing your creativity, from PLN 365 / per person (+48) 517 196 103 observation skills, logic, teamwork and out-of- the box thinking. We do our best to make this adventure an unforgettable experience for you and your friends. Room Escape Warsaw® offers two game Tramwaje Warszawskie locations: in the City Centre and in the Praga District, with six stationary adventures in The company offers historic and modern tram cars for rent, as well as horse drawn omnibuses. total, as well as a variety of portable game Individually arranged rides are a great attraction for both tourists and locals. scenarios. There are no restrictions in selecting A tram may be the venue for a variety of events, including birthdays, conferences or incentive trips. a place for an event – our games can be held at the company headquarters, a hotel, in the outdoors, etc. We can prepare the game according to the clients’ needs, and will customise all necessary elements such as game duration, level of difficulty, the plot, incorporating the clients’ required data and info. Room Escape Warsaw® is a great fun for: - Friends and families - Gamers - Tourists - Corporate Groups

tel. +48 22 526 68 14 roomescape.pl [email protected] tel. +48 503 966 012 www.tw.waw.pl escaperoom.pl tel. +48 22 118 30 62 8 9  City of Fryderyk Chopin

Enjoy Chopin Discover the city of Fryderyk Chopin, one of the world’s greatest composers, who was born and raised in Warsaw. The open-air journey starts already at the Warsaw Chopin Airport, named after the musician. Then, the most important stops include the Holy Cross Church, where his heart is entombed, and his monument in the Royal Łazienki Park, where openair con‑ concerts certs are held every Sunday afternoon from May to September. The world’s largest collection of Chopin memorabilia can be found in the Fryderyk Chopin Museum. This cuttingedge biographical museum was opened on the 200th anniversary of Chopin’s birthday. See the one and only Chopin pedestrian crosswalk, designed in the style of a piano keyboard, and sit on one of the various Chopin benches placed around the city near important Chopin’s landmarks, where you can enjoy his music with a single press of a button.

IN CHOPIN’S FOOTPRINTS Fryderyk Chopin’s music calls you to follow in his footsteps. Immerse yourself in Polish stories, anecdotes, puzzles, quizzes and traditional Polish tunes that influenced Chopin. An expert guide will drive you around the city in an air‑conditioned Mercedes. The tour may include visit to the Chopin Museum in Warsaw, Żelazowa Wola (his birthplace) and end with a romantic Chopin music concert!

1 Contact: AB POLAND TRAVEL abpoland.com 3‑7h [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74 Visit Żelazowa Wola- from PLN 99 / per person - THE BIRTHPLACE of Fryderyk Chopin

CHOPIN’S WARSAW Fryderyk Chopin is synonymous with Warsaw. To discover the places related with him, we offer 3-hour tour, with stops including the Holy Cross Church, the monument in the Royal Łazienki Park and the Fryderyk Chopin Museum. For the curious, we can arrange a trip to Żelazowa Wola, the family home of the great composer.

2 Contact: CREATours creatours.pl 3h [email protected] Booking information: (+48) 730 520 570 tel. +48 533 49 39 40 More events at: from PLN 99 / per person (+48) 22 656 61 48 www.ChopinPASS.com warsawcitybreak.com

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GO ON A TOUR BY RETRO CAR FIAT 125P MEMORABLE DAY WITH CHOPIN MUSIC IN ROYAL BATH Passionate about Chopin but have no idea where to start from? Curious about places The Royal Łazienki Park is where classicist architecture is harmoniously blended with its where he lived and played concerts? School which he graduated from? Where his heart natural surroundings, creating a fabulous garden. From 15 May to 25 September, every is stored for eternal rest? They will drive you to all Chopin’s sites in Warsaw. On-board Sunday sees an open invitation to enjoy an open air concert of Chopin music by famous snacks and souvenir photo included. Polish pianists. Then, after the tour, we arrange lunch for you in a unique restaurant with a 150-year history – Belvedere.

1 Contact: Extra info: 5 Contact: Extra info: WPT 1313 RAFAŁ PAWEŁEK Only for private tourists LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL POLAND From 15 of May to 25 wpt1313.com/en liberty-int.com/our-destinations/poland/ of September 3,5‑4h from 4h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 (+48) 22 295 04 52 from PLN 150 / per person (+48) 882 413 826 from 199 PLN / per person

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF FRYDERYK CHOPIN CHOPIN’S WARSAW Visit the most important and influential landmarks in Chopin’s life in Warsaw. From his Visit the Chopin Museum, touch the benches that play his works and enter the Holy early concert venues to his school, and palace house. Then to the Chopin Museum in the Cross Church where Chopin's heart buried. If you are looking for an unforgettable ex‑ Ostrogski Palace, an innovative and state of the art exhibition concept, which has been perience – we suggest adding to your tour by listening to a private piano recital featur‑ called exceptional and one of the most interesting biographical museums in Europe. ing Chopin's best known pieces performed in the breath-taking Palace on the Water in the Royal Łazienki Park. Contact: 1 Contact: MAZURKAS TRAVEL 20 mazurkas.com.pl FURNEL TRAVEL 4h furnel.pl [email protected] 3h (+48) 22 389 41 82 [email protected] PLN 1080 per party 1‑2 (+48) 668 121 455 (+48) 22 244 99 00 persons / PLN 1290 per party PLN 237 / per person 3‑6 persons

Żelazowa Wola, the birthplace of Fryderyk Chopin, © Jarek Zuzga

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TAKE A TRAM TRIP WITH CHOPIN CONCERT ONBOARD Trace the story of Warsaw’s Jewish community by visiting the Ghetto Wall, the Nożyk Synagogue, the Jewish Cemetery, Go for a unique corporate trip on board a special vintage tram, complete with piano. Lis‑ and the Museum of the History of Polish Jews POLIN, located at the heart of what was once the Jewish district, next to the tenoe t liv Chopin music as you ride around! Take a walk with a local guide on the Royal Monument of the Ghetto Heroes. Track locations from the movie The Pianist, drop by Grzybowski Square to see Próżna Route and visit the sights connected with the life of Fryderyk Chopin. Street with some buildings that survived the war, and enjoy a Jewish meal at a traditional restaurant nearby. The Foot‑ bridgef o Memory, a luminous installation over Chłodna Street, is a must‑see. It is placed where a wooden footbridge used to connect the big and small ghettos – it restores the memory of those tragic events through multimedia and 3D pictures.

20 Contact: Extra info: ADVENTURE WARSAW Only for corporate groups adventurewarsaw.pl VISIT THE ŻABIŃSKI VILLA AND DISCOVER A FASCINATING STORY 3h [email protected] The Żabiński Family Villa can be found on the grounds of the Warsaw Zoo. It once served (+48) 606 22 55 25 PLN 190 / per person (+48) 662 390 815 as the office and home of zookeeper Jan Żabiński and his family. During the WW2, the Villa was dubbed “the villa under a crazy star.” It is the setting of a fascinating story, told in Di‑ ane Ackerman’s novel “The Zookeeper's Wife” and recently brought to the screen in the film of the same name. Now housing a memorial exhibition, the Villa is open for visitors.

15 Contact: Extra info: MONOPOL WARSZAWSKI Group visits: by arrangement monopolpraski.pl/en/ only 1,5h [email protected] (+48) 22 244 57 79 PLN 40 / per person

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF WARSAW JEWS Tour the former Jewish Ghetto, including the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes sym‑ bolising 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 Cemetery and then off to the impressive Nożyk Synagogue.

1 Contact: MAZURKAS TRAVEL mazurkas.com.pl 4h [email protected] (+48) 22 389 41 82 PLN 1080 per party 1‑2 (+48) 668 121 455 persons / PLN 1290 per party 3‑6 persons

The Fryderyk Chopin Museum in Warsaw

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GO ON A TOUR BY RETRO CAR FIAT 125P JEWISH WARSAW Wanto t know more about Warsaw’s Jewish heritage? If you wonder how much of this A world full of contrasts – exotic and colourful, where the Jewish language reigned. amazing society is still present here, choose this offer. On the tour you will see the re‑ An unshakeable society still survives today. Feel invited to experience the lost Jewish mainsf o the Ghetto Wall, Grzybowski Square with its nearby Synagogue and the Jewish Warsaw. We will show you places where, despite the wartime damage, there still beats Theatre. Take a ride to the monument of the Ghetto Heroes and to the Jewish Ceme‑ a Jewish heart. We will teach you how to say “hello” in Hebrew and to eat a kosher din‑ tery. You can take a private tour in a Fiat 125p. ner. Transfer and entrances included.

Contact: 1 2 Contact: WPT 1313 RAFAŁ PAWEŁEK CREATours wpt1313.com/en creatours.pl 2,5‑4h 3h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 (+48) 730 520 570 from PLN 59 / per person (+48) 882 413 826 from PLN 99 / per person (+48) 22 656 61 48

JEWISH VIP TOUR WITH EXPERT GUIDE GO ON A WALK Your heart will feel the weight of Polish‑Jewish history. During your VIP tour around Before WW2, there were almost 350 thousand Jewish inhabitants in Warsaw. Although Warsaw, led by an expert guide, you will ride in luxury and be awed by the places you their heritage was virtually annihilated by the Nazis in 1944, when the city was all but visit, including the Jewish Historical Institute, Umschlagplatz and the remains of the for‑ destroyed, there are still several places to experience Jewish history. You will visit all mer Jewish Ghetto. Get to know about famous Polish Jews such as Ludwik Zamenhof these spots and discover what the Ghetto was, how people survived, and how the area – creator of the Esperanto language! was rebuilt after the war.

Contact: 1 Contact: 1 AB POLAND TRAVEL ADVENTURE WARSAW abpoland.com adventurewarsaw.pl 3‑7h 3h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74 (+48) 606 22 55 25 from PLN 99 / per person PLN 400 / per person (+48) 662 390 815

Museum of the History of Polish Jews POLIN

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JEWISH WARSAW TOUR The former Ghetto, the Gensher cemetery and the Synagogue are must see highlights. We o want t 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 Warsaw Zoo and visit the Żabinski Family Villa, 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.

Nożyk Synagogue, © Jarek Zuzga 1 Contact: FURNEL TRAVEL furnel.pl 4h [email protected] (+48) 22 244 99 00 1-2 pax: PLN 731 / party, JEWISH WARSAW BIKE TOUR min. 20 pax: PLN 111 / pax Did you know that over 30% of the city’s pre‑war population were Jewish? Did you know that Esperanto was invented here? Do you want to learn the turbulent story of the Warsaw Ghetto? If you’d like to find out more, come on our Jewish Warsaw bike tour! We’ll show you the fascinating yet dramatic story of the Jews in Warsaw, and take you to places that form the modern centre of the community’s life.

1 Contact: Extra info: STATION WARSAW May – September stationwarsaw.com 3h [email protected] (+48) 661 368 758 from PLN 80 / per person (+48) 605 982 713

JEWISH WORKSHOP If e you ar looking for a new experience and new inspiration, we can offer you a Jew‑ ish Design Workshop. Using the simplest tools and materials, participants will be able to create their own work. Together, you will design mezuzot, menorahs and other Ju‑ daica. The aim of these additional workshops is to create an exchange of ideas, and an opportunity for group integration.

10 Contact: LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL POLAND Museum of the liberty-int.com/our-destinations/poland/ 2h [email protected] History of Polish (+48) 22 295 04 52 Jews POLIN, from PLN 179 / per person © M. Starowieyska

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22ND JULY PATH After World War II, the architects were given the task of rebuilding Warsaw in a new style of design: “socialist in content and national in form.” Discover the architectural heritage of socialist‑realism in Warsaw with a visit to the Palace of Cul‑ Stalin's gift, the WZ cake, the 10th-Anniversary Stadium (nowadays the PGE National Sta‑ ture and Science, having been given by Stalin as a gift from the Soviet Union to the Polish nation. dium) – what do these things all have in common? They all were inaugurated on 22 July – Walk around Parade Square, built to host the propaganda‑filled speeches of the leaders of the People’s Republic of Po‑ the anniversary of the PKWN Manifesto. Let us show you the pearls of the Polish People's land. Then, go to the Marszałkowska Housing District and explore Constitution Square with its impressive sculptures Republic. You will be visiting exclusively designed ballrooms, seeing every corner of the Pal‑ from the 1950s. To feel the spirit of the past era, try a visit to one of the remaining milk‑bars, fast food canteens from ace's basement, and experiencing the largest football arena in Poland. Entrances included. that time, offering inexpensive, home‑style traditional Polish cooking, and enjoy their unique atmosphere. Here, time has apparently stopped. 2 Contact: CREATours creatours.pl 4h [email protected] (+48) 730 520 570 GO ON A TOUR BY OLD MILITIA VAN from PLN 99 / per person (+48) 22 656 61 48 Feel the communist era from inside an old militia van! See Constitution Square and the Ministry of Agriculture, examples of the utopian plans for the post‑war reconstruction of the city. Discover the Palace of Culture and Science, a gift from “Uncle” Stalin, and the very heart of socialism – former Party Houses. See the longest building in Warsaw COMMUNIST TOUR BY COMFORTABLE CAR and visit the Museum of Life under Communism. Have you ever wondered about the “komuna” the Poles talk about when referring to the Contact: Extra info: “bad old days”? Well, now you have the chance to discover traces of the old communist ADVENTURE WARSAW Every day at 10 a.m. regime in Warsaw. Try “pierogi” in a Milk bar during the 5h and 7h tours, and be thrilled adventurewarsaw.pl when you visit the interiors of “Stalin’s Palace” during the 7h tour. 3h [email protected] (+48) 606 22 55 25 PLN 149 / per person (+48) 662 390 815 1 Contact: AB POLAND TRAVEL abpoland.com 3-7h [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74 ON THE TRACK OF POLISH COMMUNISM BY RETRO CARS OR BUS from PLN 99 / per person Take a tour with a private driver guide in a Fiat 125p, or get behind the wheel of a Fiat 126p ande driv it yourself, or maybe jump on board a Jelcz 043 “Cucumber” and get to know our communist past. Visit the Palace of Culture and Science, Constitution Square – the ‘work‑ ers’ neighbourhood , or the headquarters of the former Communist party. Get your com‑ munism experience first-hand while touring Warsaw in these vehicles. Go ahead comrades!

1 Contact: WPT 1313 RAFAŁ PAWEŁEK wpt1313.com/en 2,5‑4h [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 from PLN 59 / per person (+48) 882 413 826 Colourful mosaic adorning the Marszałkowska Housing District, © Jarek Zuzga

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COMMUNIST WARSAW BIKE TOUR Poland was a communist country for nearly 50 years but also the first in the ‘Eastern block’ to break out and turn democratic. We want to take you for a ride around sites in the city that will help you understand why people in Poland love and hate the Palace of Culture and Science, what they think of 1945 liberation and why they’re proud of 1989. We’ll tell you about the comedy of everyday chores but also horrors of life under the eye of the Big Brother.

1 Contact: STATION WARSAW stationwarsaw.com 3h [email protected] (+48) 661 368 758 from PLN 430 / per person (+48) 605 982 713 WARSAW HARBOURS Somef o Warsaw harbours 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 perspec‑ tive, with a guide showing you the city’s impressive history from the river. Admire the panorama of Old Town, the Copernicus Science Centre, and the PGE National Stadium. Sculptures All from comfortable, exclusive boats with refreshments included, sun deck and WiFi. around the Palace of Culture Contact: Extra info: and Science, 4‑12 PO WIŚLE May – December © Jarek Zuzga po-wisle.pl 1‑1,5h [email protected] (+48) 536 777 536 from PLN 147 / per person (+48) 604 495 400

WARSAW BY TRAM For those who want to snatch a glimpse of Warsaw's recent history, we suggest tak‑ ing 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.

20 Contact: LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL POLAND liberty-int.com/our-destinations/poland/ 2h [email protected] (+48) 22 295 04 52 from PLN 290 / per person

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DRAGON BOATS RACE Warsaw is a salubrious and refreshing destination because a quarter of the city is made up of green areas. There are 160 leafy squares and 76 parks, of which the biggest and most beautiful is the Royal Łazienki Park and palace complex, con‑ We invite you to join an amazing water race in Dragon Boats. These boats resemble sisting of 187 acres of parkland in the middle of the city. Each of these green areas has its own special something, and a mighty dragon in shape and are always beautifully decorated. All it takes is ten strong- come together to make Warsaw a truly green city. armed rowers to create a memorable and important teambuilding experience. After the One special green area is the right bank of the Vistula River, which is marked by its unspoiled, natural habitat. The right race you can play beach volleyball and enjoy food from foodtrucks serving all kinds of cu‑ bank is completely wild and protected by the Natura 2000 programme, meaning that beavers, terns and even elk can linary delights – from Mexican and Greek, to burgers and Polish "zapiekanka". be found there. Indeed, both banks of the river are considered to be the summer centres of the city. Here you can relax on one of the six 20 Contact: Extra info: municipal beaches, rent sporting equipment, go on a bicycle tour along the river, or take a cruise on a traditional wooden LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL POLAND Summer season liberty-int.com/our-destinations/poland/ boat. From May to September, there is also a free shore-to‑shore ferry service. 3h [email protected] The recently modernised Vistula Boulevards are very popular among walking enthusiasts. Nearby, not far from the Royal (+48) 22 295 04 52 Castle, there is a Multimedia Fountain Park, where many cultural events take place, such as Wianki, the summer solstice from PLN 620 / per person festival in June, and the Feast of the Vistula in September.

RIVER GAME EXPERIENCE GREEN WARSAW BIKE TOUR A city game in which you learn about the Vistula River, one of the only unregulated While in Warsaw, you have a great chance to see the only European capital with a river great rivers in Europe. The game involves a competition to discover some of the most flowing wild right through its city centre. It is a great place to relax, to sunbathe, to par‑ charming corners of Warsaw, to taste the specialities of local cuisine and to flow in cre‑ ty or just take a stroll. You can enjoy concerts there or have fun during a wild bonfire ative way into the rich history of the city. All in exclusive and comfortable boats with with friends. It is a great opportunity to see the locals hanging out, experience arts and sun deck, heating and WiFi. nature, and to burn off some calories at the same time.

10‑24 Contact: Extra info: 1 Contact: Extra info: PO WIŚLE May – September STATION WARSAW May – September po-wisle.pl stationwarsaw.com 2‑3h 3,5h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 536 777 536 (+48) 661 368 758 from PLN 365 PLN / per (+48) 604 495 400 from PLN 80 / per person (+48) 605 982 713 person

Saxon Garden

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JOGGING TOUR If e you ar a fitness addict and you would like to see Warsaw without giving up your every‑ day exercise routine – we will take you on a special guided jogging tour. Learn the history and admire its landmarks from another perspective. Jog through the green belt of small parks and follow the road parallel to the Royal Route. Looking at the Old Town from the river level you will get a wider impression what the city used to look like centuries ago.

Vistula Boulevards 1 Contact: Extra info: FURNEL TRAVEL April – October furnel.pl 3h [email protected] (+48) 22 244 99 00 VISTULA RIVER FROM BIRD’S EYE VIEW PLN 300 / per party Theres i nothing like a birds‑eye‑view to really see what’s what. You are in for a treat when you fly along the Vistula River, looking out over Warsaw and admiring 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 Jogging along the Vistula River an amazing panorama of Warsaw.

1 Contact: AB POLAND TRAVEL abpoland.com 10‑60 min. [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74 from PLN 900 /group of max. 3 people

KAYAK ADVENTURE ON THE RIVER Wet se off on kayaks in the south part of the river. Stroke by stroke we see how the area changes as we get to the City Centre. We see the many different faces of Warsaw: Powiśle, the Old and New Towns, the City Centre and the Praga district. We enter a for‑ gotten port and finish our trip at a natural beach in the Praga district. Here we can look out on an amazing panoramic view of the Old Town.

6 Contact: Extra info: ADVENTURE WARSAW May – September adventurewarsaw.pl 2h [email protected] (+48) 606 22 55 25 PLN 120 / per person (+48) 662 390 815

26 27 ‘ Warsaw by night POLISH YOUR COOKING was founded to help people master certain culinary skills and familiarise themselves with local cuisines in a fun and casual atmosphere. We conduct our cooking classes in English, After sunset, Warsaw dresses itself in sparkling, colourful lights and glowing neon signs, which were very popular in com‑ Polish and other languages. munist times, and are now making their way back to the streets of the capital. See the historic buildings and monuments, churches and bridges illuminated in the twilight, and mingling with the lights and colours of the city’s nightlife. Visit Ours scenario range is wide enough for everyone to find something Nowy Świat and Foksal Streets, packed with bars and pubs, where you can have a shot of Polish vodka or a glass of locally interesting: brewed beer. Explore with many restaurants and bars in the Praga district attracting students, and hip‑ team-building, tourism, b-day parties, bachelor nights, alcohol tastings Ząbkowska Street and more! sters. Try delicacies at the Night Market or in the legendary Koszyki market hall. Check out the only remaining gas street We can organise cooking classes for 1 to 100 participants. lamps in the city, lit in the traditional way by a Warsaw lamplighter.

Team-building For organised groups, we usually offer a Team-building Cooking Event THE VODKA TOUR (9-60 guests, 3h long, participants are divided to 2-4 smaller groups to build relations while cooking, taking part in some cooking games, Discover the rich world of vodka! First of all, our tour is NOT a pub crawl. We deliver with every group cooking different dishes with the chef’s help). an expert but fun way to understand Poland’s vodka culture. We will taste various vod‑ kas and pair them with typical vodka food. A local, experienced guide will answer all your During the Polish Your Cooking Team-building Event the guests will: questions: Is there any way to say no to vodka? Was it invented in Poland or Russia?

ÆÆ try a buffet of Polish appetisers (finest traditional meats, cheeses, What kinds are there? We know it all! pickles and breads​), ÆÆ hear a short history lesson of Polish cuisine ​from the Polish chef​, 2 Contact: ÆÆ be divided into 2-4 groups and face challenges in a range EAT POLSKA eatpolska.com of cooking games to win the ‘Polish Your Cooking Award’, 3,5h ÆÆ prepare dishes – each group prepares one main dish [email protected] (+48) 661 368 758 (1 type of Pierogi, Kluski Ślaskie with Goulash, and Highlander PLN 290 / per person Potato Pancakes with​ a mushroom ​sauce), (+48) 513 605 518 ÆÆ have quiz on Polish spices, ÆÆ enjoy a common dinner (the cooked dishes, served along with side dishes and soft drinks), ÆÆ grab a dessert, ÆÆ receive certificates, recipes and a small gift for each Prices from BEER TOUR participant (a wooden spatula with our logo). ÆÆ hear culinary facts, tips and tricks. PLN 183 A great option for an informal group evening. Included is a short introduction, 3 train‑ ÆÆ have soft drinks (juices and water) served throughout ing stations in 3 different locations; sensory training – tasting techniques, beer favour the entire event. profiles; how the beer is made – hops, malts and other ingredients; beer and food pair‑ ings – rules and tricks; meeting with pub owners. All that takes place in the company polishyourcooking.com | tel. +48 881 414 411 of a real expert – a licensed international beer judge!

20 Contact: FURNEL TRAVEL furnel.pl 3h [email protected] (+48) 22 244 99 00 PLN 229 / per person

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Royal Route, © Jarek Zuzga

LUXURY ATMOSPHERE OF SABAT THEATRE WARSAW HIGHLIGHTS TOUR Theatre Sabat is only place in Poland where the lines of broadway theatres combine Our Warsaw Highlight Tour is a perfect way for those who would like to see Warsaw from a magnificent spectacle with an exquisite dinner and fun dance music. The performanc‑ another perspective. Take a ride on our Skyscrapers route, see the Old Town and charm‑ es are full of elegance, good taste and professionalism on an unparallelled level. We will ing Vistula Boulevards. In 2.5 h you will experience the buzz of the city. The tour ends make this night unforgettable for you, and to feel this atmosphere fully we will pick you on the Viewing Platform on the 30th floor of the Palace of Culture and Science where up in a luxury retro car. you can admire amazing views over the city. Walk, bike or bus – the choice is yours!

Contact: 2 Contact: 2 LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL POLAND CREATours liberty-int.com/our-destinations/poland/ creatours.pl 6h 2,5h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 295 04 52 (+48) 730 520 570 from PLN 880 / per person from PLN 99 / per person (+48) 22 656 61 48

LIMOUSINE NIGHT TOUR WARSAW BY NIGHT BIKE TOUR There is nothing like Warsaw by night. Start with a laid back tour in our luxurious lim‑ In the 1960s and 70s, Warsaw was lit up with all sorts of neon lights. Nowadays, the tra‑ ousine. A young guide will take you to the highest building to show you Warsaw lit up, dition is kept alive by the spectacular illuminations of historic buildings and monuments, with views of the PGE National Stadium and historical buildings. Experience the charm churches and even bridges. Enjoy the evening charm of the most important sights and of the nightlife along the banks of the Vistula River and relax on the beach. Your guide see how the locals hang out at night. Take an evening ride with us to see the lights and can also direct you to the trendiest clubs in Warsaw. colours of Warsaw’s nightlife.

Contact: 1 1 Contact: Extra info: AB POLAND TRAVEL STATION WARSAW May – September abpoland.com stationwarsaw.com 1‑3h 2,5h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 299 03 74 (+48) 661 368 758 from PLN 99 / per person from PLN 80 / per person (+48) 605 982 713

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WARSAW PANORAMIC TOUR BY NIGHT GO ON A TOUR BY OLD MILITIA VAN Enjoy this great opportunity to get to know the history of Poland’s capital and see War‑ Feele th nightlife of Warsaw! See interesting Warsaw spots by night, meet locals and pop saw beautifully lit up at night. Go past the National Museum to circle round the PGE Na‑ inside a cool communist van to explore the city. On the way, visit 3 different local bars tional Stadium and admire the night panorama of Warsaw. See the Palace of Culture in the city centre and the bohemian Praga district. Each one has retained the atmosphere and Science, stop by Ghetto Monument and on to the prestigious Royal Route to Cas‑ of the neighbourhood. Hotel pick‑up and drop‑off and 3 welcome shots are included. tle Square and the Old Town.

Contact: Extra info: Contact: 2 1 ADVENTURE WARSAW Every Friday & Saturday MAZURKAS TRAVEL adventurewarsaw.pl mazurkas.com.pl 3h 2‑3h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 606 22 55 25 (+48) 22 389 41 82 PLN 149 / per person (+48) 662 390 815 PLN 990 per party 1‑2 persons / (+48) 668 121 455 PLN 1 050 per party 3‑6 persons

VODKA TASTING TOUR SUNSET RIVER CRUISE To feel the spirit of Warsaw by night, drive around in our communist‑era taxi. See the Take an evening cruise on the "Queen of Polish Rivers". See an amazing side of Warsaw top attractions, communist era themed bars as well as party spots known only to the after sunset: illuminated bridges, modern buildings, Vistula Boulevards, the Royal Castle locals. Roll down the windows, let the night breeze in and enjoy. Watch breath‑taking with its lights, the Old Town panorama, the moving lights of the PGE National Stadium, night panoramas, the Vistula River and wonderfully illuminated buildings that reveal and quiet nature on the right bank. Even fireworks if you are lucky. All this on comfort‑ what is unseen in daylight. able, brand new, exclusive boats with heating, refreshments, sun deck and WiFi.

Contact: 2‑12 Contact: Extra info: 1 May – September WPT 1313 RAFAŁ PAWEŁEK PO WIŚLE wpt1313.com/en po-wisle.pl 2‑4h 1h [email protected] [email protected] (+48) 22 882 13 13 (+48) 536 777 536 PLN 47 / per person from PLN 149 / per person (+48) 882 413 826 (+48) 604 495 400

Night Market at the platforms of the closed Warszawa Główna railway station

32 33 Imagineyour city break in Warsaw Key events 2017 26-28 May Opening of the

Every Sunday, from 14 May until 24 September Chopin open-air concerts in the Royal Łazienki Park

Every Friday & Saturday, from 1 May until September Multimedia Fountain Park shows

24 June Garlands over the Vistula River

Every Sunday, July – August International Jazz Festival in the Old Town

Every Saturday, July – August “Chopin at Krakowskie Przedmieście” concerts

12-30 August International Music Festival “Chopin and his Europe”

26 August – 3 September Jewish Culture Festival Singer’s Warsaw

23-30 September Culture Crossroad Festival

Warsaw Tourism Organization recommends: 15-23 September International Modern Music Festival “Warsaw Autumn” 24 September 39th PZU Warsaw Marathon

13-22 October International Warsaw Film Festival

5-7 November Opening of the Museum of Maria Skłodowska-Curie

December – January Illumination of the Royal Route and Christmas market

More events at: warsawcitybreak.com/events_calendar 34 For more visit: warsawcitybreak.com 35 Discover Warsaw’s finest museums and galleries! Warsaw will surprise you with an amazing selection of museums and galleries to keep everyone interested! Warsaw’s cultural institutions have a rich programme of exhibitions and sideshows – often with The National Museum The Museum of Hunting an international flavour. The capital is home in Warsaw The Royal Łazienki Museum and Horsemanship to numerous cultural institutions and boasts over 60 museums, 13 concert halls, 38 theatres, mnw.art.pl lazienki-krolewskie.pl muzeum.warszawa.pl 44 art galleries and art exhibitions, 27 cinemas, and much more besides.

The Fryderyk Chopin Museum The POLIN Museum 2016 European chopin.nifc.pl Museum of the chopin.museum of the History Year Award of Polish Jews polin.pl

The Museum of King Jan III’s Palace in Wilanow The Royal Castle muzeum-wilanow.pl zamek-krolewski.pl 36 37 The Warsaw Rising The Zachęta –

Museum National Gallery of Art Opening of a brand 1944.pl zacheta.art.pl new exhibition – May 2017

The Praga Museum The Museum of Warsaw of Warsaw muzeumwarszawy.pl muzeumpragi.pl

The Museum The Centre for The Palace The Museum of Life of Modern Art Contemporary Art of Culture Under Communism in Warsaw at Ujazdowski Castle and Science czarprl.pl artmuseum.pl csw.art.pl pkin.pl

38 39 Getting to Warsaw

▪▪ 2 international airports (Chopin Airport – 10 km from the city centre, Warsaw Modlin Airport – 35 km from the city centre) ▪▪ 3 main train stations connected to the public transportation GETTING AROUND WARSAW network Warsaw boasts a quick, safe and efficient public transport system of metro, trams, buses and night buses, all operated by ZTM. Pub‑ lic transportation tickets can be purchased at ZTM points, in some newspaper kiosks and at ticket machines located in the metro sta‑ tions, in close proximity to bus stops, as well as on some buses and trams. A single ticket is valid for all means of transport: trams, buses, metro, and SKM trains.

WARSAW TOURIST INFORMATION POINTS: Explore Warsaw

PALACE OF CULTURE AND SCIENCE OLD TOWN top attracions pl. Defilad 1 (entrance from Emilii Plat‑ Rynek Starego Miasta 19/21/21a & save with pass er Street, between Kongresowa Hall Opening hours: and Museum of Technology) January-April: Opening hours: Mon.‑Sun. 9 am‑6 pm January-April: May‑September: Mon.‑Sun. 8 am‑6 pm Mon.‑Sun. 9 am‑8 pm May-September: October‑December: Mon.‑Sun. 8 am‑7 pm Mon.‑Sun. 9 am‑6 pm October‑December: Mon.‑Sun. 8 am‑6 pm CHOPIN AIRPORT Terminal A, Arrivals 1, Exit 1 Opening hours: www.warsawpass.com Mon.‑Sun. 9 am‑7 pm

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