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Plan your trip to Warsaw
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Start freeWarsaw, the capital of Poland, is a city of rebirth: an old town rebuilt stone by stone after the war, alongside modern boulevards, green parks and a rich Jewish heritage. A lively, good-value city — under a 3.5-hour direct flight from Tel Aviv. Here's everything you need to plan the perfect trip to Warsaw — and build it in a tap with Vagga.
Top sights
Old Town (Stare Miasto)
A UNESCO site meticulously rebuilt after the war: the colorful Market Square, the Royal Castle and the Barbican.
Royal Castle
The restored royal palace at the edge of the old town, with grand halls and an art collection.
POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
A breathtaking museum of a thousand years of Jewish life in Poland, in the former ghetto. A must for Israeli visitors.
Łazienki Park
A stunning palace park with the 'Palace on the Isle' and a Chopin monument — free concerts in summer.
Wilanów Palace
The 'Polish Versailles' — a gilded baroque palace and manicured gardens on the city's edge.
Palace of Culture and Science
A monumental Stalin-era skyscraper with a viewing terrace over the whole city.
Things to do
Jewish heritage in Warsaw
The Ghetto Heroes Monument, the Nożyk Synagogue and the former Jewish quarter — a moving, meaningful tour.
Warsaw Uprising Museum
A powerful interactive museum on the 1944 uprising — one of the city's most important.
The Royal Route
A stroll along Nowy Świat and Krakowskie Przedmieście, lined with palaces, cafés and shops.
Food and vodka tour
Taste the comforting Polish cuisine alongside local vodka.
Where to eat
Pierogi
Dumplings filled with cheese, potato, meat or fruit — the symbol of Polish cuisine.
Żurek
A traditional sour rye soup, sometimes served in a bread bowl.
Bigos
A hearty sauerkraut-and-meat stew — the Polish 'hunter's stew'.
Pączki
Filled Polish doughnuts, especially for Fat Thursday.
Best time to visit
May–September are the most pleasant months: long days, blooming gardens and outdoor events. Winter is cold and snowy, but the city is magical at Christmas.
Sample itinerary
Day 1
Old Town — Stare Miasto, the Royal Castle, and the Royal Route down to Nowy Świat.
Day 2
Heritage and memory — the POLIN Museum, the Ghetto Monument, and the Warsaw Uprising Museum.
Day 3
Palaces and parks — Łazienki Park and Wilanów Palace.
Good to know
How many days do you need in Warsaw?
Three for the city and its heritage; four to add Kraków or a day trip.
Do I need a visa for Poland?
Israeli citizens can enter Poland visa-free for short stays. Check your passport validity.
What's the currency in Warsaw?
The Polish złoty (PLN), not the euro. Cards are accepted almost everywhere.
How do you get there and around?
A direct flight from Tel Aviv takes about 3.5 hours. The city has an efficient metro, trams and buses.
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