Srodmiescie Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Srodmiescie
Popular places to visit
Old Town Square
Learn about the local history of Warsaw when you spend time at Old Town Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Palace of Culture and Science
Admire the views from the terrace of the country’s tallest building, a controversial landmark that inspires mixed feelings from Polish citizens.
Old Town Market Place
The heart of Warsaw’s Old Town, this lively square is lined with picturesque buildings from the 1600s and 1700s.
Nowy Swiat Street
This busy street has long been one of the most popular areas in the city for dining, shopping and socializing.
University of Warsaw
Stroll through the avenues and palaces of this historic academic institution, which has fostered two centuries of learning in Poland.
Copernicus Science Centre
Build bridges, fly a spaceship and uncover the mysteries of the universe at this fascinating museum.
Activities
City Sightseeing Warsaw Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Frederic Chopin concert with a glass of champagne
Warsaw: Polish Vodka Museum Tour with Tasting
Warsaw: Palace of Culture and Science Tour with Terrace
Private Tour: Warsaw City Sightseeing by Retro Fiat
Our pick of the best Srodmiescie Hotel Deals
Warsaw Presidential Hotel
"The staff is quite amicable. The views of downtown are beautiful, especially of the Palace of Culture. Please ask for a higher floor if you decide to stay here ."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
"Nice hotel in the heart of downtown, super close to central train station, stare miasto, and the river / Chopin park."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Regent Warsaw Hotel
"Good location, generous breakfast, swimming pool, good service."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Sofitel Warsaw Victoria
"The staff were extremely helpful and very courteous. The room was spotless. Proximity to old town was a great feature."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
PURO Warszawa Stare Miasto
"Brand new, well located in the middle of everything but quietly tucked between a block of buildings. This is typical of Warsaw architecture. Old town is a quick walk away. Many museums are a close walk. The restaurant is high end. Rooms and beds are magnificent. There is a rooftop bar which is popular ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Polonia Palace Hotel
"Location was excellent. Room service very good, staff all helpful. We did not have breakfast every day but when we did it was very good."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Srodmiescie
Centrum
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Palace of Culture and Science to Parade Square – discover Centrum, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Old Town Warsaw
Old Town Warsaw is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Castle Square and Sigismund's Column while you're in town.
Śródmieście Północne
While you're in Śródmieście Północne, take in top sights like Parade Square or Copernicus Monument, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Metro Świętokrzyska 05 Tram Stop or Świętokrzyska Station.
Śródmieście Południowe
If you're spending time in Śródmieście Południowe, check out sights like Polonia Theatre or Savior Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Plac Konstytucji 06 Tram Stop or Plac Konstytucji 05 Tram Stop.
Mokotow
Noted for its shopping and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Mokotow. Top attractions like Galeria Mokotow Shopping Centre and Służewiec Racetrack are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Malczewskiego 06 Tram Stop or Malczewskiego 05 Tram Stop to see more of the city.
