The 11 Most Iconic Statues In Warsaw Poland

With its beautifully reconstructed Old Town Square, multiple palaces, intriguing museums and a rich history, Warsaw is a city that has been through both good and bad times. Many local heroes are remembered here with their own iconic statues. Here’s our pick of the best.

1. The Warsaw Mermaid

Market, Historical Landmark

The Mermaid is quite simply the icon of Warsaw, appearing on the city’s coat of arms and being synonymous with all things Warsaw. The main statue sits in the centre of Warsaw’s Old Town square and continues to be one of the most photographed locations in the entire city. Warsaw’s Mermaid shows a bit more than most – she is prone to partial nudity with her bum on display and her fish tail being very low cut – and holds a sword and shield.

Józef Piłsudski

Poland disappeared from the map for a while and this man, Józef Piłsudski, is a hero to many for his part in forming the Second Polish Republic and bringing the country back after a 123-year absence during a time when it was annexed by Russia, Austria and Prussia. Piłsudski was the First Marshall of Poland and the leader of the country when it returned in 1918.

Plac Marszałka Józefa Piłsudskiego, Warszawa, Poland