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Warsaw Old Town

Stare Miasto w Warszawie · 바르샤바

11 story sections46 min 00 s in all
History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

11 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Castle Square and Sigismund's Column4:45

    As we step into the expansive open space of Castle Square, or Plac Zamkowy as it is known locally, you can immediately feel the profound historical weight that anchors this city. This bustling epicenter serves as the grand…

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  2. 2The Warsaw Royal Castle4:36

    Standing proudly on the eastern flank of Castle Square is the breathtaking Warsaw Royal Castle, known in Polish as Zamek Królewski. Its expansive, reddish facade and towering central spire form an unforgettable silhouette against…

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  3. 3St. John's Archcathedral4:31

    Just a stone's throw from the Royal Castle, seamlessly integrated into the charming, narrow streets of the Old Town, stands St. John's Archcathedral. …

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  4. 4Old Town Market Square4:24

    We have now arrived at the very heart of the historic district: the Warsaw Old Town Market Square, known affectionately to locals as Rynek Starego Miasta. Prepare to go on a journey of discovery as you step into this bustling…

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  5. 5The Warsaw Mermaid Statue4:18

    Standing proudly at the very geometric center of the Old Town Market Square is a monument of profound significance to the people of this city. This is the Pomnik Syrenki, or the Warsaw Mermaid statue. …

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  6. 6The Museum of Warsaw4:22

    Situated prominently on the northern side of the Old Town Square, blending seamlessly into the row of colorful facades, is the Museum of Warsaw. Housed within a series of beautifully interconnected, historically reconstructed…

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  7. 7The Warsaw Barbican4:12

    Leaving the immediate embrace of the Market Square, we take a short stroll to the northern boundary of the Old Town, arriving at the formidable Warsaw Barbican. This impressive, semicircular fortified outpost is a magnificent…

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  8. 8Bell Tower of St. Anne's Church4:12

    Navigating back through the southern gateway of the Old Town, just past the Royal Castle, we arrive at the beautiful St. Anne's Church. …

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  9. 9Krakowskie Przedmieście and Holy Cross Church4:13

    Stepping away from St. Anne's Church, we now find ourselves strolling down Krakowskie Przedmieście, widely known as the Krakow Suburb. …

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  10. 10Multimedia Fountain Park3:35

    As the late afternoon gracefully transitions into the evening, we make our way away from the historic facades of the Royal Route and head toward the banks of the Vistula River. Here, located just a short walk north of the Old…

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  11. 11Closing2:52

    Our incredible journey through Warsaw concludes here, taking a leisurely evening stroll along the beautifully lit Vistula River Boulevards. As you walk along this modern, expansive promenade, with the gentle sounds of the river…

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What is Warsaw Old Town?

Warsaw Old Town is a place in 바르샤바 with 11 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location바르샤바
TypeHeritage
Story sections11
Total length46 min 00 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates52.2497, 21.0122
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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