Plac Zamkowy

Most visits to the Old Town begin on Plac Zamkowy, the primary landmarks of which are the Royal Castle and the famous King Sigismund’s Column. More of a triangle than a square, there isn’t a more popular meeting place in the city, and not a minute of the day when the steps to the statue aren’t besieged by dating couples, school kids and skateboarders. As you face ahead, the Royal Castle looms to your right and the medieval defensive walls of ul. Podwale to the left. A lot happens here, whether its a flow of locals and tourists out for a walk, political demonstrations, or street performers plying their trade. Also note that there is a tourist information office located here at number 1/13 (open 10:00 – 18:00).