Are you looking to spice up your life with a weekend trip somewhere completely different to enjoy some art and culture, but only have a small budget? Why not check out Poland? With many cheap flights available and excellent prices on hotels compared to the rest of Europe, Warsaw is a great location for a quick getaway, as the capital city of Poland has a lot to offer.

On your weekend in Warsaw you can explore the many historical sightseeing opportunities in the city, as well as dine at excellent restaurants and enjoy the lively nightlife. Here are some ideas of what to do on a visit to Warsaw:

  • Stroll through the Old Town or Stare Miasto area of the city. You will feel like you have taken a trip back in time when you spend a day walking through these cobblestone streets and old fashioned buildings.
    Radisson Blu Warsaw hotel

    Central Warsaw

  • Visit the Liberator plane, a relic from World War II which has been reconstructed and is on display at the Warsaw Rising Museum.
  • Visit the Warsaw Zoo, with over five-thousand diverse species of animals, an aquarium, and a reptile house!
  • Stroll through the romantic royal gardens of the Wilanow Palace and enjoy a picnic along the scenic walking paths. Afterwards, enjoy a hot chocolate at Cafe Wedel near the Palace.
  • At the Center for Contemporary Art you can explore many beautiful modern artworks on display within an ancient castle.
  • Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This monument contains the remains of a soldier from Poland who was killed in battle in the Ukraine. It also contains the actual soil from 38 different battlegrounds where Polish soldiers have fought.
  • Check out the National Museum, where you can enjoy a wonderful collection of some of the most iconic sculptures and paintings of Poland.
  • Relax in the forested green spaces of Saski Garden, one of the most beautiful parks in the city.
  • Visit the Palace of Culture and Science, which is the tallest building in the country. The views from the top of the entire city are amazing.
  • Shop for souvenirs in the local marketplace of the Old Town Square.
  • Go on a vodka tasting tour to sample the many different varieties of this Eastern European spirit that are brewed here in Poland.

These are just a few of the many things that you do on a trip to Warsaw, Poland. When you are in Warsaw, choose a hotel with a convenient location such as the Radisson Blu Warsaw Centrum Hotel which is situated within walking distance of many major attractions and features luxurious rooms with Italian, Scandinavian and Maritime-themed decor.

Enjoy your weekend getaway soaking up the culture and history of Warsaw!