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Warsaw Wanderlust

Ole Zeidler

Ole Zeidler

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant streets of Warsaw, immersing yourself in its rich history and cultural treasures. From ancient marvels to modern masterpieces, this blog will guide you through the best of the Polish capital.

Trip to Warsaw

Day 1Unveiling the Past: National Archaeological Museum, King Jan III's Palace, and Old Town Market Square
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$40

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$ 5

National Archaeological Museum
Neoclassical museum of Ancient Greek art & archaeology, with sculpture, metalwork, vases & jewelry.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$13
1416 - 1700 min

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Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów
Restored 17th-century royal palace with a museum of fine arts, a baroque garden & a landscaped park.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$18
27 - 33 min

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Old Town Market Square
Medieval square with a famous mermaid statue, destroyed in 1944 & rebuilt after WWII.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
Day 2A Royal Affair: The Royal Castle and POLIN Museum
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$38

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$ 3

The Royal Castle in Warsaw
Reconstructed 14th-century palace with an art collection & guided tours of the royal apartments.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$15
15 - 18 min

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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Elaborate, modern museum with many interactive exhibits dedicated to the history of Polish Jews.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$23
Day 3Reviving History: Warsaw Uprising Museum and The National Museum
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$45

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$ 3

Warsaw Uprising Museum
Memorial & replica bomber in museum of exhibits detailing Poland's 1944 battle for independence.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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The National Museum in Warsaw
Modernist building housing a museum of Polish & world art & sculpture, from ancient to contemporary.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$20
Day 4Iconic Landmarks: Chopin Monument, Palace of Culture and Science, and Presidential Palace
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$48

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$ 5

Chopin Monument
Massive modernist sculpture of the Polish composer, Chopin, within the Lazienki Royal Gardens.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
14 - 17 min

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Palace of Culture and Science
Landmark 1950s-built palace of arts & culture with theater, sports field & 30th-floor terrace.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$30
15 - 18 min

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Presidential Palace, Warsaw
18th century classical-style seat of Poland's president with elegant halls open for guided tours.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
Day 5Regal Retreat: Łazienki Królewskie and Palace on the Isle
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$30

Łazienki Królewskie
Stanisław August's collections of paintings, drawings, sculpture & coins in lakeside palace.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
1 - 2 min

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Palace on the Isle
Summer palace dating from the 18th century, featuring gardens, an orangery & art collections.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $213 In total

Activities & Food:$200
Transport:$13