A weekend in Warsaw: the perfect getaway destination!

Here are the top reasons why you should visit Warsaw!

Over recent years, Warsaw has become a hot destination with low cost airlines connecting the city to other major European hubs. Still amazingly cheap, you can get a room for the night here for about 6 Euros!

A weekend in Warsaw is ideal for getting away from the stresses of everyday life - cheap, easy to get to and full of things to do and see ... But for those of you who still aren't convinced, here is a list of reasons why you should choose Warsaw for your perfect weekend getaway!

LOSE YOURSELF IN STREET ART

In the Armia Ludowa subway your gaze can't help but wander to the many works of street art to be found here. There are murals of different sizes and themes, and you're sure to be surprised by their great beauty and their variety... they are certainly not to be missed!

ADMIRE THE NEON SIGNS

Warsaw even has a museum dedicated to the graphics and architecture of the 1960s and 1970s. The collection was begun with the work of Polish born British photographer, Ilona Karwinska, who began to document the neon signs scattered throughout Poland, testifying to its communist past.

TASTE THE FOOD

If you are dieting, Warsaw is not the city for you. In fact, here, the local cuisine is based heavily on carbohydrates thanks to the long, cold winters. But how can you say no to a Placki Ziemniaczane - a delicious potato pancake with grilled onions, vegetables and parsnips? Or how about a Mazurka with blueberries... definitely a delicacy not to be forgotten!

DRINK VODKA AND WISNIAK

Being on holiday sometimes encourages you to drink more - you have less worries and no work the next day... well, why not! But what should you drink in Warsaw? Why not try vodka and Wisniak, a local cherry liqueur. You're bound to get addicted!

REVIST CHOPIN'S HAUNTS

Warsaw is full of places that were frequented by the great Polish composer, Chopin. Not only is there is a museum which bears his name, but you can also visit the Warsaw Tour website to find all the places in the city that were important in Chopin's life.

VISIT ITS MANY MUSEUMS

Warsaw has plenty of museums. In addition to the one just mentioned, there is the national museum, technology museum, the museum of neon signs, modern art museum... in short, there is sure to be something that you'll enjoy!

SEE THE WARSAW ROYAL CASTLE

Last but not least, there is the Royal Castle, which on its own is enough to make me want to go to Warsaw for the weekend. Imposing on the outside and highly decorated on the inside ... how could you miss that?

WALK THE OLD CITY

Not only does Warsaw have a vibrant modern heart, but it also has a beautiful old district which is perhaps even more fascinating, despite having been rebuilt after the bombings of World War II.

WEEKEND IN WARSAW: WHERE TO STAY

In Warsaw you really can get a great night's sleep for just a few Euros per night in a beautiful hostel. Here are some great examples:

DREAM Hostel Warsaw

Having just opened recently, this hostel is already big news and in fact, it actually is the largest hostel in the downtown area! This modern hostel furnished with an almost designer look costs from 8,60 € per night, per person.

Warsaw Downtown Hostel

If you have our Memberhip Card you can benefit from a 30% discount here. The Warsaw Downtown Hostel is very modern, with its strength being its common room, where you always meet interesting travellers from all over the world, leaving a little piece of themselves here during their travels. Prices start from € 13.50 per person, per night.