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Student accommodation in Warsaw
Warsaw combines the pace of a capital with places still rooted in its history — sleek office towers stand alongside the Old Town, rebuilt after WWII. On top of that, with the University of Warsaw and Warsaw University of Technology among its major institutions, the city draws students from across Poland and abroad. This mix of history, modern life and international energy gives Warsaw a character that feels both contemporary and distinctly Polish, with plenty to do beyond lectures.
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Nils Tischer
I stayed here for 5 months during my Erasmus exchange and enjoyed it a lot! Especially during winter it was very nice to have all the different areas to do something. There were also a lot of events organized like a gingerbread baking, movie nights and parties which made it easy to connect to other tenants.
SHED Warsaw Sky Living
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Atlas Cengiz
Best place to live as a student!
SHED Warsaw Sky Living
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Johan Koster
I’ve been here for 2 days and I’ve seen enough to give this 5 stars. I’m living abroad for the first time and the staff of SHED have embraced me with open arms. Communication was easy, questions are answered lengthy and clear, rooms are of high quality and the students are lovely. Recommend😃
SHED Warsaw Campus Living
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Ivan Ivanov
A wonderful place! Great location in terms of transportation, the building's amenities are amazing, with plenty of entertainment options like billiards, a ping-pong table, and more. There's also plenty of space to relax. But the best thing about this place was the level of dedication from the building staff. I don't think I've ever met such helpful, kind, and courteous people—top notch!
SHED Warsaw Campus Living
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do in Warsaw for students?
Warsaw pairs a rebuilt historic Old Town with modern districts full of cafés, bars, parks and cultural venues. Students get a big-city social scene, with strong tram, bus and metro links to reach all of it.
Is Warsaw a good place for students to live?
Yes! As Poland's capital and largest city, Warsaw is home to leading universities like the University of Warsaw and Warsaw University of Technology, with a wide mix of neighbourhoods and a lower cost of living than most Western European capitals.
Is Warsaw a good city for international students?
Yes, Warsaw is one of Central Europe's leading student cities. It has a large international community, a growing range of English-taught programmes and excellent public transport, making it easy for students from abroad to settle in, get around and feel at home.
Is Warsaw a safe place for students?
Warsaw is generally regarded as one of the safer European capitals for students, with reliable public transport and busy, well-lit central areas. As in any big city, normal precautions still apply, particularly late at night.
What universities are in Warsaw?
Warsaw's main universities include the University of Warsaw, Warsaw University of Technology, the Medical University of Warsaw, SGGW (Warsaw University of Life Sciences) and Łazarski University.
What's nearby Warsaw for a day out?
Warsaw is an easy base for day trips into the surrounding Mazovia region, from forest and nature to Polish cultural heritage. Popular options include:
- Kampinos National Park: one of Poland's largest national parks, right on Warsaw's northwestern edge, with forest trails and wildlife around 30–45 minutes away.
- Żelazowa Wola: the birthplace of Fryderyk Chopin, a manor house and gardens roughly an hour west of the city.
- Łódź: a former industrial city known for its street art, Piotrkowska Street and film heritage, about an hour and a half away by train.