Excursions in Warsaw

Warsaw – is the Polish capital and the largest city in Poland. In the days of the Second World War, many architectural masterpieces were destroyed, but some of them were subsequently restored. Modern Warsaw impresses with its diverse architecture and numerous interesting places, tours of which allow you to get in touch with the cultural and historical heritage of the Polish people.

Walks along the scenic embankments of the Vistula, either side of which is setteled by the Polish capital, are especially fascinating. The historical quarters were recreated after the war in their original appearance, so a sightseeing tour in the old part of Warsaw will introduce the rich heritage of the city. You should definitely take a walk around Lazenkovsky Park and admire the most famous Polish church - the Church of the Holy Cross, where the heart of Chopin is kept inside.

Significant structures of the 17-18 centuries were restored according to the preserved sketches. Any sightseeing tourof Warsaw paves its way through such attraction as the Royal Castle and St. John's Cathedral. For the unique architecture, the Polish capital is sometimes called "East Paris".

The old part of Warsaw with most iconic historical sights is located on the left bank of the Vistula. It would be best to go on a tour of the first acquaintance with the city from here. In the ideal case, you should book a walk with an English-speaking guide to be completely absorbed by the fascinating stories and legends of the Polish capital.

Castle Square, which houses the main architectural landmark of the capital - the Royal Palace, is the Heart of Warsaw. It is worth taking a picture against its background, as well as getting inside with a guide who will tell you in English about the museum's expositions and life of the Polish aristocracy.

Tour guides usually complete the tour of the Old Town on the Krakow Suburb Street. A whole scattering of beautiful old mansions, including the palaces of Tyszkiewicz and Chapsky, reside here.

During a tour of Warsaw, you should definitely take the time to admire the famous places of the city, including:

• The Royal Way – a route from Castle Square to Wilanów Palace;
• The Old Market – a popular historic square surrounded by beautiful houses in the Baroque style;
• Saxon Garden – one of the first city parks in Warsaw, decorated in keeping with the spirit of the Versailles Gardens;
• The Barbican – the surviving part of the historic fortifications once surrounded the entire city.

If you prefer to hide under the shade of vegetation, then it is well worth to take a walk through the park complex Lazienki. It keeps the original alleys of the 18th and 19th centuries totally untouched, and adorable Palace on the water in the heart of the park.

A tour in the wake of Chopin will be no less exciting with visits to interesting places under the guidance of a local guide, including the Cathedral, keeping the heart of the greatest composer and the city museum dedicated to his memory. It is also worth taking a picture at the oldest monument of the city – the sculpture of the Little Mermaid, which is considered the guardian of Warsaw.

The checkered history of the Polish capital is reflected in its many churches and ancient buildings, newly awakened by talented masters of architectural reconstruction. The historical buildings here coexist with modern skyscrapers in a harmony, creating a unique atmosphere of Warsaw, where all the landmarks of the Polish history are deeply appreciated. Whichever of the excursions in the Polish capital you choose, it will be a fascinating immersion in the versatility of its past embodied in the masterpieces of Gothic and Baroque.