Heritage & monuments
Monument to the Ghetto Heroes
Overview
The Monument to the Ghetto Heroes commemorates the 1943 Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. Located in the former ghetto district, it marks the exact site of the uprising's first armed clash. Travellers visit to study the dual-sided monument—which depicts both armed resistance and suffering—and to reflect on the city's wartime Jewish history.
Getting There
From central Warsaw, take tram 17 or 33 north, or the M1 metro to Ratusz Arsenał. The transit ride takes about 15 to 20 minutes. From the Old Town, it is roughly a 15-minute walk west.
Time to Allow
Plan for 15 to 30 minutes to view both sides of the memorial, read the inscriptions, and take in the surrounding square.
When to Visit
Visit during daylight to clearly see the bronze figures and reliefs. The plaza is rarely crowded, though tour groups stop by regularly. The square is open and unsheltered, so dress for wind and cold during winter months.
Nearby Attractions
Combine your stop with these nearby sites:
- Museum of the History of Polish Jews (0.1km): Located directly facing the monument.
- Umschlagplatz in Warsaw ghetto (0.4km): The deportation memorial point.
- Krasiński Palace (0.7km): Historic palace and public park.
- Warsaw Uprising Monument (0.8km): Memorial to the 1944 Warsaw Uprising.
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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