Rakowiec Travel Guide
Warsaw
Popular places to visit
Old Town Square
Learn about the local history of Warsaw when you spend time at Old Town Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
National Stadium
Take a tour of this symbolic building, home to the Polish national football team and an important center for sports and culture in Warsaw.
Palace of Culture and Science
Admire the views from the terrace of the country’s tallest building, a controversial landmark that inspires mixed feelings from Polish citizens.
Old Town Market Place
The heart of Warsaw’s Old Town, this lively square is lined with picturesque buildings from the 1600s and 1700s.
Nowy Swiat Street
This busy street has long been one of the most popular areas in the city for dining, shopping and socializing.
University of Warsaw
Stroll through the avenues and palaces of this historic academic institution, which has fostered two centuries of learning in Poland.
Things to do
Warsaw Old Town & History of Poland with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Warsaw: Museum World of Illusion Entry Ticket
Warsaw: Polish Vodka Museum Tour with Tasting
Discover the Dark Side of Warsaw in Praga District by Retro Bus
Warsaw: Chopin Concert in the Old Town
Walking Audio Tour of Wilanów Palace Grounds
Top hotels in Rakowiec
Warsaw Presidential Hotel
Awesome hotel and staff
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
InterContinental Warsaw by IHG
Breakfast and dinner were delicious. I loved the view from the swimming pool.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Warsaw Airport
Absolutely the best place to stay if you're traveling and have a layover in Warsaw. Highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Novotel Warszawa Centrum
Good
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Warsaw City Centre by IHG
Very good stay thank you
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Airport Hotel Okecie
Just love this hotel, great service, great food. conveniently located next to the airport
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rakowiec
Ochota
Noted for its shopping and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Ochota. Top attractions like Blue City and Szczesliwice Ski Slope are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hale Banacha 02 Tram Stop or Hale Banacha 01 Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Wlochy
Visitors to Wlochy love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Instytut Lotnictwa 04 Tram Stop.
Centrum
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hala Koszyki to Royal Casino Grand – discover Centrum, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Śródmieście Południowe
If you're spending time in Śródmieście Południowe, check out sights like Hala Koszyki or Royal Casino Grand and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Plac Konstytucji 06 Tram Stop or Plac Konstytucji 05 Tram Stop.
Mirów
While you're in Mirów, take in top sights like Warsaw Trade Tower or Norblin Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Norblin 04 Tram Stop or Norblin 03 Tram Stop.
Okęcie
Visitors to Okęcie love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Aleja Krakowska 01 Tram Stop.
