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Castle Square ( Polish: plac Zamkowy) is a historic square in front of the Royal Castle – the former official residence of Polish monarchs – located in Warsaw, Poland. It is a popular meeting place for tourists and locals.
Castle Square is the hub of activity in Old Town of Warsaw. Relatively quiet in the morning, by noon, the square is humming with vendors, entertainers, and photo-snapping tourists. As the name implies, the Royal Castle overlooks the square, which also features King Sigismund's Column.
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Castle Square (plac Zamkowy) is a visitor's first view of the reconstructed Old Town, when approaching from the more modern center of Warsaw. It is an impressive sight, dominated by Sigismund's Column , which towers above the beautiful Old Town houses.
Castle Square is a historic square in front of the Royal Castle – the former official residence of Polish monarchs – located in Warsaw, Poland. It is a popular meeting place for tourists and locals. Map. Directions.
Old Town Market Place. Castle Square is connected to the Old Town Market Place (Rynek Starego Miasta), which is surrounded by colorful and well-preserved townhouses. The market square is a vibrant area with cafes, restaurants, and a lively atmosphere. Mermaid Statue.
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With the city walls on one side and the Royal Castle on the other, plac Zamkowy – or Castle Square – is the southern gateway to Warsaw’s impressive Old Town. An organised Old Town tour is an excellent way to get local insight into the history of the square.
The Castle Square in the historical center of Warsaw is the most convenient place from where you can start excursions around the Old Town of Warsaw. The square has a triangular shape. On one side the Royal Palace rises above it, on the other side there are beautiful Baroque houses.
