The Palace of Culture and Science is an impressive towering building which dominates the Warsaw city center.

  • Question: What is the anomaly of the Palace of Culture and Science landmark?
  • Answer: Although it was donated to the city by Stalin, the Palace of Culture and Science closely resembles the design of the Empire State Building, the epitome of the capitalist world. This made the building a hated symbol of communist Russia.
  • Question: What can visitors do at the Palace of Culture and Science today?
  • Answer: Visitors can visit the theaters, bars, and museums on the ground level, or purchase a ticket to visit the 30th floor Observation Deck, which offers wonderful views of the city.
  • Question: Is there a chance to explore more of the Palace of Culture and Science?
  • Answer: Guided tours are available for visitors who want to explore more of the 3,300 rooms, which are now mostly offices and conference spaces.

Pl. Defilad, City Center, Warsaw, Phone: +48-226-56-76-00

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