Warsaw – the capital of Poland and the country’s center of economic, cultural, and artistic life. Warsaw’s Old Town is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and landmarks such as the Royal Castle and the Church of the Holy Cross bear witness to the city’s rich history. The capital also boasts numerous museums, theaters, and art galleries.

Places worth visiting:

Warsaw Old Town – founded between the 13th and 14th centuries, it enchants visitors with colorful townhouses and historic streets. The heart of the Old Town is the Market Square, with the Warsaw Mermaid statue at its center. Nearby, you’ll find the Museum of Warsaw, St. John’s Archcathedral, and the Barbican.

Royal Castle in Warsaw – located in the Old Town, it served as the official residence of Polish kings from the 16th century. Built in the Baroque style, it houses royal treasures and works by renowned artists such as Rembrandt and Canaletto.

Other attractions:

Łazienki Royal Park – the largest park in Warsaw, home to the Palace on the Isle, the summer residence of Poland’s last king. The park also features an orangery, an amphitheater, and a court theater. From May 15 to September 25, Chopin concerts take place every Sunday by the Chopin Monument.

Palace of Culture and Science – one of Warsaw’s most iconic landmarks, built on Joseph Stalin’s initiative. From the observation deck on the 30th floor, you can admire a panoramic view of the city. The building also houses theaters, cinemas, and museums.

Wilanów Palace – the former residence of King John III Sobieski and a gem of Baroque architecture. The interiors include royal apartments and the Potocki Family Museum, while the gardens are adorned with sculptures, fountains, and picturesque ponds.

Warsaw Uprising Museum – commemorates the heroic events of the 1944 Warsaw Uprising. Multimedia exhibitions recreate the atmosphere of the fighting, the course of events, and the daily life of the city’s inhabitants during the uprising.

Kraków. Often called the cultural heart of Poland, Kraków was once the country’s capital and still boasts an extraordinary wealth of history, art, and architecture. Its Old Town is home to one of the largest medieval squares in Europe, surrounded by stunning Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque buildings. The iconic Wawel Castle, a former royal residence, stands proudly above the city, filled with priceless treasures and centuries of stories.

Places worth visiting:

• Kraków Old Town – One of the best-preserved medieval city centers in Europe, with the Main Market Square as its vibrant heart. Here you’ll find landmarks like St. Mary’s Basilica and the Cloth Hall, all framed by beautifully preserved historic facades.
  pic: Kraków Rynek
• Wawel Castle – A symbol of Polish heritage and royal history. Explore the State Rooms, Royal Private Apartments, Treasury, and Armoury. Outside, don’t miss the famous statue of the fire-breathing dragon.
  pic: Kraków Wawel
• Kazimierz Jewish Quarter – Once a separate city and a Jewish settlement since the 15th century, today it’s one of Europe’s key Jewish cultural hubs. The district is rich in synagogues, museums, and the intertwined histories of Jewish and Christian communities.
  pic: Kazimierz
• Wieliczka Salt Mine – Just outside Kraków, this UNESCO World Heritage site is a breathtaking underground world of chapels, sculptures, and tunnels carved entirely from salt, some hundreds of meters below ground.
  pic: Wieliczka
• Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory – Now a deeply moving museum, it tells the story of Schindler’s heroic efforts to save Jews during World War II, immersing visitors in one of history’s darkest yet most inspiring chapters.
  pic: Fabryka Schindlera