Śródmieście, also anglicised as Downtown, is the central district of Warsaw, the capital city of Poland. It encompasses the Old Town, the city's historic core, and is the centre of cultural, commercial and political life of the capital.

Geography

Located in the heart of Warsaw, it encompasses an area of approximately 15.57 km2. The district is characterized by its diverse landscape, which includes the Vistula River to the east, forming its natural border, and the historic Old Town at its core. Śródmieście shares borders with four other districts: Żoliborz to the north, Wola to the west, Ochota to the south-west, and Mokotów to the south, making it a vital hub of urban activity in the capital city.

Subdivisions

Śródmieście is subdivided into nine municipal neighbourhoods, each governed by the neighbourhood council. The current subdivision had been established on 10 March 2016. The district is also subdivided into areas of the City Information System. Such subdivision was established in 1996. Those are:

Cityscape

Places of interest

Bridges

Streets and squares

Education

The district is home to several prestigious educational institutions. Most notable among them are the University of Warsaw, Warsaw University of Technology, Chopin University of Music, Collegium Civitas, Aleksander Zelwerowicz National Academy of Dramatic Art, and the Academy of Fine Arts. Schools include the Stefan Batory High School.