Copper-Roof Palace Palace
Baroque palace in Warsaw notable for copper roof
Located near Warsaw's Old Town, the Copper‑Roof Palace lies close to the Royal Route and Royal Castle. Visitors note its 17th‑century baroque façade and distinctive green copper roof on guided Old Town walks.
Copper-Roof Palace at a Glance#
Address: Ul. Senatorska 10/14, 00-075 Warszawa, Poland (Copper-Roof Palace is part of the Royal Castle complex)
Website: https://www.zamek-krolewski.pl/
Hours: Varies by section. Palace grounds generally open daily; Royal Castle Warsaw: Tue-Sun 10am-6pm, closed Mon
Admission: Free (external grounds); interior access via Royal Castle admission: PLN 30-50 (~$7-12) depending on exhibitions
About Copper-Roof Palace#
The Copper-Roof Palace (Polish: Pałac Pod Blachą) is a historic palace in Warsaw’s Old Town notable for its distinctive copper roof. It is located immediately next to the Royal Castle and is part of the cluster of historic buildings around Castle Square.
The building has served as a noble residence and later held various administrative and cultural functions as Warsaw’s Old Town evolved. Its name derives from the metal cladding that covers the roof and gives the palace its characteristic appearance.
The palace stands on Castle Square in central Warsaw, within the reconstructed Old Town area adjacent to the Royal Castle and the Vistula riverbank.
- Location: Sits adjacent to Warsaw’s Royal Castle and Castle Square in the Old Town, forming part of the historic palace complex near the Vistula riverfront.
How to Get to Copper-Roof Palace#
The Copper-Roof Palace is in Warsaw’s Old Town, a short walk from the Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy) and the Royal Castle. The area is served by central tram and bus routes; the nearest metro station is Ratusz Arsenał (Metro Line M1), about a 10-15 minute walk.
Tips for Visiting Copper-Roof Palace#
- Enter the Old Town side to approach the palace's gardens and copper-roofed wing for the best first impressions.
- Combine a visit with nearby Łazienki Park and the Royal Castle for a day of Warsaw's regal architecture and green spaces.
- Check temporary exhibition listings in advance; the palace's interior rooms and museum displays rotate seasonally.
Best Time to Visit Copper-Roof Palace#
Visit in spring or early autumn for good weather and manageable crowds; interior exhibits are year-round but some rooms close for conservation.
Weather & Climate near Copper-Roof Palace#
Copper-Roof Palace's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (513 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 24 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 25 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | -1° - 7° | -1° | 28 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 13° | 6° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 19° | 14° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 19° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 3.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.0h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.5h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 35 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 39 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -5° | 35 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
