Bracka Street, Commercial street in Śródmieście, Warsaw, Poland.

Bracka Street is a commercial street in central Warsaw that connects several major thoroughfares including Aleje Jerozolimskie and Chmielna Street. Numerous shops and cafes line its length, making it a busy passage through the city center.

The street suffered heavily during the Warsaw Uprising in August 1944, when German forces used civilians from the area as human shields. This period marked a turning point in Warsaw's struggle during the war.

The street is named after a merchant family and displays buildings from different periods that show Warsaw's growth as a trading center. Walking through it, you can see how older facades and modern shops create the character visitors experience today.

The street is easy to reach on foot and has multiple access points from major adjacent streets, making it simple for visitors to find. Public transportation nearby makes it convenient to explore the area.

The street was registered as a monument in the Polish cultural heritage register in 1965, granting it official protection. This designation makes it a valued part of Warsaw's architectural legacy.

• Location: Śródmieście
• Shares border with: Żurawia Street, Mysia Street, Nowogrodzka Street, Aleje Jerozolimskie, Krucza Street, Chmielna Street
• Address: Bracka
• GPS coordinates: 52.23050,21.01920
• Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:05