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Piłsudski Square
Piłsudski Square is an expansive square in central Warsaw, best known as the home of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. It was known as Adolf Hitler Platz under Nazi occupation and later as Victory Square under the Communist rule. Today, the square is named for Jozef Piłsudski, who helped lead Poland to independence in 1918. Check out the statue dedicated to the square’s namesake and pay your respects at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
As you wander through the sprawling square, consider the many significant events in Polish history that have taken place here over the years. In the 19th century, the space was occupied by a huge Russian Orthodox cathedral which was destroyed after Poland regained independence from Russia. Military parades have taken place here for centuries to welcome state visitors.
Look at the statue of Jozef Piłsudski, which stands guard over the square. Serving as head of the Polish state, Marshal of Poland and Polish Prime Minister at various points in his career, Piłsudski is known as one of the country’s greatest patriots and statesmen. Designed by Tadeusz Łodziany, the statue was unveiled in 1995. Notice how Piłsudski is depicted with his face bowed and both hands clasped over his sword.
Across the square is the three-arched colonnade of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The tomb was once part of Saski Palace, but the rest of the building was destroyed during World War II. Miraculously, this ceremonial tomb alone survived the destruction and today contains ashes from every 20th-century battlefield where Polish soldiers lost their lives. Watch the changing of the guard, which takes place here every hour, or the more elaborate ceremony at noon every Sunday.
Head behind the tomb to the pretty Saxon Gardens, the oldest public park in the city. Admire the lovely 19th-century fountain directly behind the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Don’t miss the park’s beautiful lake, which is overlooked by a water tower reminiscent of a Greek temple.
Find Piłsudski Square within walking distance of the Royal Way. Be sure to stop here in the evening when the square shines with beautiful illumination.
Guide to Exploring around Pilsudski Square
Best Lodging Options Near Pilsudski Square
Radisson Collection Hotel, Warsaw
Grzybowska 24, Warsaw, MasoviaLocated in Srodmiescie, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of All Saints Church and Palace of Culture and Science. Warsaw Uprising Museum and University of Warsaw are also within 1 mile (2 km). Warsaw Central Station is 14 minutes by foot and Centrum Station is 17 minutes.
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May 3 - May 4
The Westin Warsaw
Al. Jana Pawla II 21, Warsaw, MasoviaLocated in Srodmiescie, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Nozyk Synagogue and Rondo 1 Conference Centre. Hala Mirowska and Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw are also within 10 minutes. Warsaw Central Station is 13 minutes by foot and Warszawa Srodmiescie Station is 14 minutes.
Polonia Palace Hotel
Jerozolimskie Av. 45, Warsaw, MasoviaLocated in Srodmiescie, this romantic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Warsaw Fotoplastikon and Palace of Culture and Science. Warsaw University of Technology and U.S. Embassy are also within 1 mile (2 km). Centrum Station is only a 4-minute walk and Warsaw Central Station is 6 minutes.
Warsaw Marriott Hotel
Aleje Jerozolimskie 65-79, Warsaw, MasoviaLocated in Srodmiescie, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Warsaw Fotoplastikon and Palace of Culture and Science. Warsaw University of Technology and U.S. Embassy are also within 1 mile (2 km). Warsaw Central Station is only a 2-minute walk and Warszawa Srodmiescie Station is 5 minutes.
Per night/room
May 3 - May 4
Hampton by Hilton Warsaw City Centre
Ul. Wspólna 72, Warsaw, MasoviaLocated in Srodmiescie, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Golden Terraces, Palace of Culture and Science and Warsaw University of Technology. U.S. Embassy and Warsaw Uprising Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km). Warszawa Srodmiescie Station is 6 minutes by foot and Warsaw Central Station is 7 minutes.
Per night/room
May 8 - May 9
Hotel Bristol, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Warsaw
Krakowskie Przedmiescie 42-44, Warsaw, MasoviaLocated in Old Town, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Presidential Palace, University of Warsaw, and Royal Castle. Old Town Market Place and Old Town Square are also within 15 minutes. Centrum Station is 22 minutes by foot and Warsaw Central Station is 26 minutes.
Per night/room
Apr. 11 - Apr. 12
Residence St. Andrew's Palace
ul. Chmielna 30, Warsaw, MasoviaThis family-friendly Warsaw hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Galeria Centrum and Palace of Culture and Science. University of Warsaw and U.S. Embassy are also within 1 mile (2 km). Centrum Station is 5 minutes by foot and Warsaw Central Station is 11 minutes.
Per night/room
May 10 - May 11
InterContinental Warsaw
Emilii Plater 49, Warsaw, MasoviaLocated in Srodmiescie, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science. Warsaw University of Technology and University of Warsaw are also within 1 mile (2 km). Warsaw Central Station is 6 minutes by foot and Centrum Station is 10 minutes.
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