Hala Gwardii

Warsaw


Completed in 1902, this art nouveau market hall offers both food and souvenir stalls plus street-food style outlets, bars and coffee spots. It's very relaxed with a youthful edge and something for everyone – from freshly baked pizza to sushi and craft beer.

After WWII the hall was used as a bus depot, then later hosted boxing matches – hence the blown-up black and white photos that hang from the walls.


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