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#MUSEUM
The art of poster
The Poster Museum in Wilanów is the oldest institution of this type in the world. It houses 30 thousand items which represent the history of poster art from 1892 to contemporary times and this makes it one of the world largest collections of this art form. Located in a 19th century riding school in the surroundings of the summer residence of King Jan Sobieski (make a right before the gate leading to the Palace and voila, you’re there), the museum is a true gem for art lovers. A must-see!
The poster highlight of the summer months is the oldest International Poster Biennale – and be sure to check out great posters for sale at quite affordable prices by the entrance.
Where: Muzeum Plakatu w Wilanowie (Wilanów Poster Museum), ul. Stanisława Kostki Potockiego 10/16 – catch bus 116 or 180 to get there!
Map: click to open
When: 12-4PM on Mondays, 10AM-4 PM on other days
How much: free on Mondays, 10/5 PLN otherwise
Details: click here
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#FOOD
Regional Polish flavors
Are you curious to find out what’s all the fuss with Polish cottage cheese about? Do you want to try regional Polish dishes and buy some quality sausage to take back home? Then this place is for you – lunch sets at 25 PLN (or less) on weekdays include soup, main dish and kompot (boiled fruit drink), while the Pascha cheesecake deserves the maximum number of Michelin stars. Yummy!
The place doubles as a deli, offering a wide selection of products that will make great souvenirs!
Where: Specjały Regionalne, ul. Nowy Świat 44
Map: click to open
When: 11AM-12AM daily
How much: most dishes cost around 30 PLN, set lunch menu for up to 25PLN on weekdays
Details: click here
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#SOUVENIR
Traditional Polish Pottery – and cheaper than usual, too!
You know a Bolesławiec pot when you see one – the trademark blue&white mix has made them world-famous, but head to their flagship store in Warsaw (once you brace the subway construction site obstructions) to see full color palette. Unique, stylish yet quaint and just plain pretty – we think they make for great Polish souvenir.
Where: Bolesławiec pottery store, ul. Prosta 2/14
Map: click to open
When: weekdays 10am-6 pm, Saturdays: 9am to 4 pm
Details: click here
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Monday souvenir shopping: will it be Polish poster or pottery art? Or perhaps food?