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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
The Butcher’s Restaurant
The Butcher’s is Varsovians’ pet name for Pasja Smaku, a wonderful little bistro offering undisputedly the best meat in Warsaw. The owner, a butcher in the 3rd generation and head of the Butcher’s Guild of Warsaw, is doing his best to appease the hip tastes of young Varsovians – his bistro looks like a modern café and is open until 3AM on weekends! Have yourself some kiełbasa(sausage) or tatar (steak tartare) and be sure to try a zupa (soup). Definitely worth the trip – take bus 190 from the Castle Square (pl.Zamkowy), get off at PŁOCKA-SZPITAL and take a stroll through the communist neighborhood to find yourself in front of the restaurant. Your stomach will thank you!
Where: Pasja Smaku, ul. Żytnia 64
Map: click to open
When: open daily from 12pm, until 3am on weekends
How much: mains around 20 zł
Details: click here
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#MUSEUM
63 days that changed Warsaw
The 1944 Warsaw Uprising, whose 70th anniversary we are celebrating this year, was one of the biggest acts of resistance against the Nazis in Europe during WWII, leading to almost complete annihilation of the city. This interactive Museum tells the story of tragic events of August and Spetember of 1944 in an innovative way, taking you on an enthralling journey through the history of Warsovians’ struggle for independence. It’s also one of the very few museums in Warsaw open on Mondays.
Be sure to watch the short 3D film „City of Ruin” once you’ve seen the exhibition! You can easily plan to spend half your day here, too.
Where: Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego (Warsaw Upising Museum), ul. Grzybowska 79
Map: click to open
When: 8am-6pm on Mondays, Wednesdays on Fridays, 10am-6pm on Saturdays&Sundays, 10am-8pm on Thursdays, closed Tuesdays
How much: 14zł and additional 2zł for “City of Ruin” film screening
Details: click here
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Museum Monday and a visit in off-the-beaten path restaurant? Go for it!