Located in the popular Praga-Północ neighborhood is a bustling center of culture, gastronomy and architecture offering a modern lifestyle hub that includes restaurants, museums, bars, cafes, galleries, shopping, and much more — everything within reach. And it’s all located in a complex of over 125-year-old neo-Gothic buildings that used to house a famed vodka factory. 
It’s called Centrum Praskie Koneser and it seamlessly blends heritage with contemporary urban life, creating a truly unique complex just a quick metro ride or even a walk from the center of the city.

An Historical and Gorgeous Space

Centrum Praskie Koneser, located on the eastern bank of the city, is teeming with history. And contemporary details have added a richness and vibrancy to the space that is perfect for a springtime adventure.
The complex was opened in 1897 as a factory to house the famous Koneser Vodka operations, though other famous vodkas came out of this space as well (including Żubrówka, Luksusowa and more). Vodka production continued at the factory through much of the 20th century, with a major boom in the first half of the century, when the factory employed over 400 people and produced 250,000 bottles of vodka a day.



After production ended in 2007, developers could tell the set of buildings not only had a lot of history, they had promise, too. That’s thanks to the gorgeous blend of industrial and neo-Gothic architecture throughout the complex. The buildings are made of red brick and boast rib-vault ceilings, smoke stacks and narrow windows.

When developers began repurposing the space for an entertainment, food and shopping center – which opened in 2018 – they leaned into the existing architecture, highlighting it with contemporary industrial elements. 
Now, among the 19th century buildings, you’ll find sleek glass structures, string lights and pops of greenery, along artistic decor like giant tulips by renowned artist Jarosław Koziara. In this hub of entertainment, you’ll also find numerous outdoor events throughout the year, from art exhibitions to theatre performances – there’s always something happening and it's easily found on koneser.eu. 

And even if you’re not one for events, a stroll through the picturesque setting is a must. The whole complex is connected by a pedestrian and bicycle bridge to Powiśle and the Old Town over the river, meaning that you can easily meander from sightseeing in the center of town, all the way over to the gorgeous brick buildings of Centrum Praskie Koneser. 

Culture Awaits

For those who are more interested in roaming museums for the day, Centrum Praskie Koneser is also the spot. Of course, no trip to this space is complete without a visit to the Polish Vodka Museum, a multimedia experience that starts with the beginnings of vodka production in Poland and details the history of the beloved booze up through the modern day. Check out a variety of vodka bottles, buy some gifts and of course, try some during the vodka tasting (though of course, this is for adults only). 



Spend tons of time in the Muzeum Sztuki Fantastycznej, which frequently features art from Polish artists that has not yet been publicly displayed. This time of year is an especially exciting time to visit, as they’re in the midst of the fourth edition of the “Fantastic Art in Warsaw” exhibition, which features 70 works of art from artists in the field of fantastic, surrealist art – many of which are being shown to the public here for the first time. This exhibit lasts until May 25, so make sure to add it to your schedule. 

You’ll find a number of renowned art galleries, including ToTuart Gallery, which displays beautiful sculptures and paintings and also has an auction house! Other popular spots include Leonarda Art Gallery, an urban art concept store, and Art Sułek Space, which has sculptures and paintings in a gallery run by Polish artist Marek Sułek.  

Dine in A Top-Tier Atmosphere 

One of the best aspects of Centrum Praskie Koneser is the sheer number of bars and restaurants, making the space a perfect option for foodies looking for innovative dishes and high-quality ingredients. The restaurants offer a wide range of international cuisines from American to European, French, Asian, Italian and more. Plus, since it is Poland after all, you won’t be hardpressed to find both traditional and modern Polish flavors. 

We recommend starting with Koneser Grill a high-end steak restaurant, and one of the few places in this part of the city to secure a spot on the coveted Michelin Guide. If you’re looking for variety, try Bombaj Masala, which offers seriously good Indian food, or Concept Food & Wine, which has comfort food with a modern twist (and some gorgeous plating). Of course, swing by Społdzielnia.Koneser for everything from burgers to pizza and more, or Azia Restaurants for any Asian food you can imagine. Others include popular Italian restaurant, ORZO, French bistro Zabawa, and wine and cheese bar Figa z Makiem.



Setki Powodów has delicious food along with unique cocktails -- all in a space decorated with neon signs and filled regularly with live music. Speaking of drinks, swing by the ¾ Koneser Bar, located in the Vodka Museum, which offers a number of unique and artisanal alcohol infusions.There’s also the 24-hour Moxy Bar, with bright lighting and fun little decorative details (pink flamingo drawings abound).

Shopping, Spa, Studio Art and More!
 

You can come here for more than just food and drinks! This place is bursting at the seams with activities, from shopping, to relaxing, to eating and more. 
If you’re traveling, you can even get a hotel room here at the reputed Moxy Warsaw Praga Hotel. 

There’s a lot in the way of self-pampering, too. Several salons are located in the space, as well as Ambassade Biologique Recherche, a spa-like spot that offers facial, body and hair treatments amid Parisian-style decor. There’s also Eyebar, where you can get face massages along with professional makeup, eyebrow work and mani/pedis.   

Getting There
 

Centrum Praskie Koneser is just over the river from the center of the city, and it couldn’t really be easier to get to:
From the Metro Świętokrzyska 06 station, take the M2 heading east and get off at Wileński.
From the Centralna Train Station, hop on the 7 tram and get off at Kijowska 06 or get on the 25 tram and get off at Ząbkowska.
Praskie Koneser is located just a short, 5-minute walk from all of these stops.