Global Forum on Nicotine

Travel & Stay - Warsaw, Poland

We hope you will have an enjoyable, comfortable and productive stay during the Global Forum on Nicotine. Below you’ll find essential practical information to help you plan your visit and navigate the city with ease.

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Hotel & Venue

Warsaw Presidential Hotel

Al. Jerozolimskie 65/79, 00-697 Warsaw
Directly next to: Warszawa Centralna & Warszawa Śródmieście stations

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

✓ Free Wi-Fi available

✓ Fitness center & spa

✓ Multiple restaurants & bars

✓ 24-hour front desk

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Money & Currency

Currency

Official currency: Polish Zloty (PLN)

Approx. rate: 1 USD ≈ 3.7 PLN (rates vary daily)

Quick Tips

✓ ATMs available everywhere

✓ Card payments are standard

✓ Visa / Mastercard work without problems

Transportation from the airport

Train

From Chopin Airport
Station under Terminal A

  • Frequency: Every 15–20 minutes
  • Time: ~20 minutes
  • Cost: 5–10 PLN

From Modlin Airport
Shuttle bus to Modlin Station + train to Warsaw Central

  • Time: ~60–70 minutes
  • Cost: ~22–30 PLN (combined ticket)
  • Tickets: Machines, ticket offices, or apps (e.g. Koleo)

Taxi

From Chopin Airport

  • Time: ~20 minutes to city centre
  • Cost: ~50 PLN
  • Tip: Use official taxi rank at arrivals

From Modlin Airport

  • Time: ~35–40 minutes to city centre
  • Cost: 100–250 PLN (fixed fare)
  • Tip: Use official Taxi Modlin service and confirm price before departure

⚠ Avoid unofficial taxi touts inside terminals

Ride-hailing

From Chopin Airport

  • Services: Uber / Bolt widely available
  • Cost: Around 40–60 PLN
  • Pickup: Follow app instructions for designated zones

From Modlin Airport

  • Services: Uber/Bolt may be available (check app)
  • Time: ~40–50 minutes
  • Cost: Around 90–150 PLN depending on demand

Public transport in Warsaw

Warsaw has an extensive, reliable and inexpensive public transport system, including trams, buses, the metro and suburban trains. Services run frequently throughout the day, with night buses operating after midnight.

Tickets

Valid on all trams, buses, the metro and most urban trains. You must buy a ticket before boarding and validate it when entering the vehicle or metro.

  • 20-minute ticket 3.40 PLN
  • 75-minute ticket 4.40 PLN
  • 24-hour ticket 15.00 PLN

Prices may vary if updated by the city

Tips for Using Public Transport

✓ Validate your ticket immediately after entering a tram/bus or before passing metro gates

✓ Keep your ticket until the end of your journey

✓ English-language announcements are available on most metro lines

✓ Stops in the city centre have clear signage and digital displays

Mobile Apps for Tickets & Navigation

Jakdojade

The most popular route-planning app in Poland. Shows the quickest tram/metro/bus connections, delays and stop locations.

Tickets: Available in the app (secure card payments)
Platforms: iOS / Android

ZTM Warsaw

Official city app. Offers real-time schedules and mobile tickets for all ZTM services.

Tickets: Single, timed, 24-hour, weekend passes
Platforms: iOS / Android

SkyCash

A widely used Polish payment app supporting public transport tickets in many cities, including Warsaw.

Tickets: Timed, short-term, and long-term passes
Platforms: iOS / Android

Train Tickets (SKM & Koleje Mazowieckie)

For city trains (SKM/S1/S2/S3) and regional lines, use KOLEO – a national train-ticket app with clear route planning and payments. Works well for routes between the city centre, Chopin Airport and the suburbs.

Weather

June in Warsaw is warm, with:

22°C

Average High

11°C

Average Low

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Thunderstorms Possible

Recommendations:

• Pack a light jacket or sweater

• Bring an umbrella or rain jacket

Power Sockets

Plug Types

Poland uses Type C and E plug types
Voltage: 230V / 50Hz

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SIM Cards & Connectivity

Prepaid SIM Cards
Local prepaid SIM cards are available at:

• Kiosks
• Shopping malls
• Supermarkets
• Airport shops

Networks
Major networks:

• Orange
• T-mobile
• Play
• Plus

eSIM available at kiosks and vending machines at the airport

Health & Travel Documents

Vaccination

Yellow fever vaccination card (only if required for your country of origin)

Insurance

Basic travel/medical insurance is recommended for peace of mind during your stay