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Muranów Cinema
Most films (except for children's films, which are dubbed into Polish) are screened in their original language with Polish subtitles. Check listings on www.kino.pl (in Polish only, but decipherable - click on 'Repertuar', then 'Warszawa', then the name of the cinema); admission ranges from around zl5 to around zl20 . Cinemas in Warsaw include Muranów Cinema, which screens art-house films.
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NoBo
A sumptuous mix of crimson and maroon décor and comfy sofas, all set to a chilled-out backbeat. Whether you're here to enjoy the fusion menu or an evening with friends, don't forget those mojitos.
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Paparazzi
Paparazzi may have enjoyed a recent renovation, but it still remains a favourite with the trendy crowd. Its speciality is cocktails, and with its talented and friendly bar staff, it truly has raised the standards.
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Piekarnia
Old fave of the clubbing scene, with a packed dance floor. They don't call it 'The Bakery' for nothing.
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Plan B
This small bar squeezed into a stretched attic overlooking Plac Zbawiciela borders on dingy, but the mix of students and young office workers don't seem to mind. Find some couch space and relax to smooth beats from regular DJs.
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Rasko
One of Warsaw's most popular gay and lesbian bars, Rasko is a cosy and welcoming little pub with regular karaoke and drag nights.
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Sense
A modern venue with a mellow atmosphere. Comfortable banquettes sit beneath strings of cubed lights, and there's an extensive wine and cocktail list, with some drinks measured in a 'Palace of Culture' (a tall scientific beaker). Try the house speciality, ginger rose vodka. There's also a food menu if you're hungry.
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Sheesha Lounge
Water pipes, belly dancers, henna tattooing and DJs spinning exotic tunes; a bar-restaurant with a modern Middle Eastern feast for all the senses.
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Stodoła
Originally the canteen for builders of the Palace of Culture & Science, Stodoła is one of Warsaw's biggest and longest running student clubs. It hosts events, club nights and touring bands when they're in town.
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Teatr Ateneum
Polish theatre has long had a high profile and continues to do so. Warsaw has about 20 theatres, including some of the best in the country. Most theatres close in July and August for their annual holidays. The leading playhouses, all of which lean towards contemporary productions, include Teatr Ateneum .
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Teatr Dramatyczny
Polish theatre has long had a high profile and continues to do so. Warsaw has about 20 theatres, including some of the best in the country. Most theatres close in July and August for their annual holidays. The leading playhouses, all of which lean towards contemporary productions, include Teatr Dramatyczny.
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Teatr Polonia
Polish theatre has long had a high profile and continues to do so. Warsaw has about 20 theatres, including some of the best in the country. Most theatres close in July and August for their annual holidays. The leading playhouses, all of which lean towards contemporary productions, include Teatr Polonia. It's run by Krystyna Janda, winner of Best Actress at Cannes in 1990.
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Teatr Powszechny
Polish theatre has long had a high profile and continues to do so. Warsaw has about 20 theatres, including some of the best in the country. Most theatres close in July and August for their annual holidays. The leading playhouses, all of which lean towards contemporary productions, include Teatr Powszechny.
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Teatr Wielki
This magnificent neoclassical theatre, dating from 1833 and rebuilt after WWII, is the city's main stage for opera and ballet, with a repertoire of international classics and works by Polish composers, notably Stanisław Moniuszko.
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Teatr Żydowski
The Teatr Żydowski derives its inspiration from Jewish culture and traditions, and some of its productions are performed in Yiddish - Polish and English translations are provided through headphones.
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ul Dobra 33/35
Close to the university at ul Dobra 33/35 is a concentration of bars appealing to the city's student population. Here you'll find Aurora, Diuna, and Jadłodajnia Filozoficzna, all housed in what looks like old construction-site offices. Each has its own distinctive musical flavour (live or DJ-supplied), whether it be punk/rock, experimental electronica, or reggae and jazz, but on almost any given night of the week the atmosphere is lively and the beer cheap.
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Underground Music Café
A swarm of students and backpackers pour into this basement club for its cheap beer, dark lighting and selection of music that varies from '70s and '80s to house, R&B and hip-hop.
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Warszawa Opera Kameralna
This Warszawa Opera's repertoire ranges from medieval mystery plays to contemporary works, but it's most famous for its performances of Mozart's operas - the annual Mozart Festival is staged here.
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