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Fort Mokotów – Mokotów brick history
"Fort Mokotów" in Warsaw once used to defend the tower. Now it's a venue for restaurant & art gallery events - start from getting a beer from Garden!
By
Stefano
Nardone
Zodiak – Architecture pavilion
"Zodiak" used to be a famous cafe in Warsaw that was an example of post-war modernist architecture. The neon sign and the glass patter are still there...
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Pan Tu Nie Stał – Polish retro clothing
"Pan tu nie stał" is a very fashionable clothing company that recently opened their first shop in Warsaw. Wearing their wares is a statement...
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Fotoplastikon – Get to know the old Warsaw
"Fotoplastikon" (Kaiserpanorama) has one of the oldest machines of its type in the world, projecting not only Warsaw, but also many less expected things...
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Warsaw Museum of Computers and Games – In WGE
A visit to the "Warsaw Museum of Computers and Games" in Warsaw's Electronic Market will take you back to the golden age of consoles and personal computers
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Trzy Kruki – Specialty coffee
"Trzy Kruki" in Warsaw is a big specialist in coffees. I love the sweets too. Pop in for a chat with friends and relax after visiting the city!
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Vintage Kolektyw – PRL goods
If you are a fan of PRL (People's Republic of Poland) design, you simply MUST visit "Vintage Kolektyw" cafe in Warsaw. Browsing here is highly educational!
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Hałas – Vinyl + coffee
"Hałas" in Warsaw is one of the cosiest specialty cafes in town with one of the best selections of brand new vinyl records - it will steal your heart!
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Antykwariat Warszawa – Antiquities in Mokotów
"Antykwariat Warszawa" in Warsaw has books in Polish, a wide selection of art & culture books, and some books in English. Check their website!
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Hlonda6 – Kids' paradise in Wilanów
"Hlonda6" in Warsaw is a kids' paradise. Their toys, bags, music boxes etc are extremely high quality and just beautiful. Your eyes will sparkle, guaranteed...
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Bazar na Kole – Gadgetry with history
"Bazar na Kole" in Warsaw amazes me all the time: it's open all year, even with -30 degree temperatures, and has EVERYTHING you might want to buy...
By
Magda
Przedmojska
Muzeum Sztuki Nowoczesnej – Contemporary art
"Muzeum Sztuki Nowoczesnej" in Warsaw, or the Museum of Modern Art, is currently on the river Vistula. Its exhibitions address the broader public...
By
Magda
Przedmojska
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