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City in Podkarpackie Voivodeship, Poland
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Rzeszów ([ˈʒɛʃuf]; Ukrainian: Ряшів, Riashiv) is the capital city of Subcarpathian Voivodeship in the south east of Poland and has almost 200,000 inhabitants (2021). It was a private town of the Lubomirski family for centuries. It has a fine old town, two synagogues and some castles.
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On the edge of the edge of the old town, it dates from the 16th century. In the 18th century it was expanded and encircled with stone walls and bastions. It now serves as the law courts and so the interior is generally closed to the public. However, it's well worth walking around the impressive walls.
Built in the 17th and 18th century this attractive late-baroque style palace, situated on the corner of Dekerta Street and Lubomirski Alley, is often described as the most beautiful aristocratic residence of the Sub-Carpathian region. Since 2008 the building has housed Rzeszów University's IT Department.
Central square of the city.
Built in the 16th century on the southwestern corner of the Rynek, and afterwards rebuilt several times. Closed to the public.
The history of this church dates back to 1363, when probably a small wooden church stood on this location. The oldest fragments of the current Gothic church are most likely from the 15th century.
From 17th century now consists of St. Cross Church, District Museum, and Lyceum No. 1.
Built in the beginning of the 17th century it now houses state archives.
From the end of 18th century, destroyed by Nazis and restored between 1954-63 is now the Office for Art Exhibitions (BWA).
Built in 1890.
Cemetery founded in 1792 at the edges of the town at that time. Officially the cemetery was used until 1910, but during the First World War people still were buried here. It is estimated that about 40.000 people are buried here.
This kirkut was founded in 1849 and the youngest matzevah was placed there in 1851. The cemetery was largely destroyed and devastated during the Second World War and some matzevahs were used to pave streets in the neighborhood. 754 gravestones are still there, however most of them have fallen down. The site is surrounded by a brick wall and inaccessible as the sole gate is locked.
Opened in 1944 it was the first professional dramatical theatre in the city.
From 1974 commemorating the fights for freedom that took place around the area. It's more often called the Huge Pussy though and mainly because of this reason it is known among many people in Poland.
The nicest fountain in the city that reopened after a renovation a few years ago. At night the fountain is decorated with several lights.
Traditional folk costumes and old woodcarvings from the region in the permanent exposition.
The Underground Tourist Route "Rzeszow Cellars" - 369-m-long corridor which runs under the Square and tenement houses around it.
In the buildings of the former Priarist monastery with a frescoed vaulting dating back to the 17th century. The Rzeszów Regional Museum displays Polish paintings from the 18th to the 20th century and European art from the 16th to the 19th century.
Poland's only museum of this kind. The collection of the museum is dedicated to the popular animated films for children before bedtime, commonly called in Polish dobranocki. In general the land of bedtime cartoons is the land of good feelings.
Professional puppet theatre in the centre of Rzeszów. The different performances are not only suitable for children, but also for teenagers and adults. The only problem may be that it they are in Polish.
Wojewódzki Dom Kultury
Cultural centre with exhibitions, performances, and movie events.
Located upstream, south of the town this nature reserve makes an excellent location for a short walk outside the city. There is a small café on the Wisłok river bank where you can rest and enjoy the view.
When it is hot it may be a good idea to go here. This city beach next to the Żwirownia lake is accessible for free and on hot summer days brings relief to many residents of the city. Utilities may be very limited, so come prepared.
On the main Rynek square this is the perfect place if you want to combine beers with a filling snack in a pub atmosphere.
On the edge of the Rynek square with the Jana Matejki street this place offers burgers, salads, soups, meat-based main dishes. There are also some vegetarian dishes available as well as a children menu.
One of the best appreciated Italian restaurants. Though there may be better places in the city if you want to have pizza since this restaurants seems to be focused on other Italian dishes.
Restaurant of Hotel Rzeszów, this is one of the most popular fine-dining restaurants in the city with a Polish-European cuisine. They provide gluten-free options.
Pub with Irish beers and whiskeys.
Member of Hostelling International (discounts with the card). Privates and dorms.
11 places in single and double bedrooms.
Located in a tenement house close to the castle and the river, Hotel Fryderyk offers single rooms, double rooms, triple rooms and suites.
Very close to the train station.
http://www.bristol-rzeszow.pl/en/
Chic rooms & suites in a trendy, high-end accommodation offering a restaurant & a sushi spot. Centrally located.
A massive shopping centre in the New Town, is one of the largest malls in southern Poland. There is also a large cinema included, called Multikino.
Shopping centre in the vicinity of the railway station, northeast of the historical center. Also some eating options inside as well as a hotel (Hotel Rzeszów).
CH Nowy Świat
Normal shopping centre a bit outside of the center, but can come in handy if you have to be in the neighborhood.
By train
The Polish State Railways have train connections from Rzeszów Główny with the majority of Polish cities, but for long distance there is usually one or more changes.
By car
Rzeszów is situated on the European route E40. You can easily get there by car from Kraków, Lublin and Sandomierz or from eastern (E40 - Ukraine) and southern (nr 9 or E371 - Slovakia) border.
By bus
Many international and domestic connections (see Poland:By bus).
Hitchhiking
It is quite popular to hitch in Poland. General rules for hitchhiking are the same in whole Poland.
The Old Town in the city centre is small and easily manageable on foot. There are regular bus services from the centre to New Town and suburbs. One-way ticket ('bilet normalny') costs 3 zł (May 2017).
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