National Museum, Kraków

Name: National Museum
Address: al. 3 Maja 1, Kraków, 30-062, Poland
Telephone: +48 12 433 55 00

#41 among attractions in Kraków

Museum, Art museum, History museum, Archaeological museum

Gallery (27)

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Facts and practical information

The National Museum in Kraków, popularly abbreviated as MNK, is the largest museum in Poland, and the main branch of Poland's National Museum, which has several independent branches with permanent collections around the country. Established in 1879, the Museum consists of 21 departments which are divided by art period: 11 galleries, 2 libraries, and 12 conservation workshops. It holds some 780,000 art objects, spanning from classical archeology to modern art, with special focus on Polish painting. ()

Local name: Muzeum Narodowe w Krakowie Established: 1879 (145 years ago)Coordinates: 50°3'37"N, 19°55'25"E

Address

al. 3 Maja 1Krowodrza (Czarna Wieś)Kraków 30-062 Poland

Contact

+48 12 433 55 00

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Day trips

National Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Collegium Maius, Marshal Józef Piłsudski Stadium, Church of St. Anne, Jordan Park.

0.5 miE
14th-century university with a museum
Collegium Maius, Kraków
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kraków, Collegium Maius beckons as a historical gem and a repository of knowledge. As the oldest building of the Jagiellonian University, it represents the cradle of academic life in Poland, with roots stretching back to the 14th century.
~440 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Marshal Józef Piłsudski Stadium, Kraków
3 min walk • Marshal Józef Piłsudski Stadium, commonly known as simply the Piłsudski Stadium, stands as a testament to Poland's passion for sports, nestled in the historic city of Kraków. This prominent sports venue has been a fixture in the city since its opening, providing a...
0.5 miE
Church, Baroque architecture
Church of St. Anne, Kraków
12 min walk • The Church of St. Anne is a Roman Catholic church located at 13 św. Anny Street in the UNESCO-protected historic centre of Kraków, Poland. It is one of the leading examples of Polish Baroque architecture designed by Tylman van Gameren, however, the church's history dates back to 14th century.
~1680 ftNW
Park, Playground
Jordan Park, Kraków
9 min walk • Jordan Park was established in 1889 as the first public playground in Kraków, Poland, and the first of its kind in Europe. It was equipped with exercise fixtures modeled after those of similar playgrounds in the United States. The park is located in Kraków’s Błonia.
~1640 ftE
Universities and schools, Gothic Revival architecture
Collegium Novum, Kraków
8 min walk • The Collegium Novum is the Neo-Gothic main building of the Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland, originally built between the year 1363 and 1365 and after its destruction, rebuilt in between 1873-1887.
~1340 ftE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
EUROPEUM – European Culture Centre, Kraków
7 min walk • The EUROPEUM – European Culture Centre is a division of the Kraków National Museum housing a permanent exhibition of European art. Placed on two floors in a restored 17th century granary, the museum was opened to the public on 13 September 2013.
0.5 miE
Street
Jagiellońska Street, Kraków
12 min walk • Jagiellońska Street - a historic street in Kraków, Poland. The street intersects the former Jagiellonian University quarter. The street features the Collegium Maius of the Jagiellonian University and the Old Theatre. Jagiellońska Street is situated to the east of Planty Park.
~1590 ftSE
Manor house
Kossakówka, Kraków
8 min walk • Kossakówka Manor is the historic home of the Kossak family located at 4 Plac Kossaka in Kraków, Poland. The family moved into the home in 1869. It is officially classified as a monument since 1960.
0.4 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Kraków Philharmonic, Kraków
11 min walk • The Kraków Philharmonic is the primary concert hall in Kraków, Poland. It is one of the largest auditoriums in the city. It consists of the main hall for orchestral performances with 693 seats, and two smaller venues, the Golden Hall and the Blue Hall, for chamber music concerts.
0.5 miNE
Church, Baroque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Kraków
13 min walk • Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a historic Roman Catholic church in Kraków, Poland; located at ul. Karmelicka 19 street in the Old Town. It is the city's first Carmelite Church, hence the name of the street on which it stands.
0.5 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Bagatela Theatre, Kraków
12 min walk • The Bagatela Theatre in Kraków is situated at the junction of Karmelicka Street and Krupniczej Street. The theatre's intimate "new stage" is located on Sarego Józefa Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Museum open?

National Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to National Museum?

Nearby attractions include Berlinka, Kraków (2 min walk), Jagiellonian Library, Kraków (3 min walk), Museum of Independence Movement in Kraków, Kraków (4 min walk), Muzeum Witrażu w Krakowie, Kraków (4 min walk).

How to get to National Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Museum:

Tram

Muzeum Narodowe • Lines: 20, 6 (3 min walk)
Oleandry • Lines: 20, 6 (4 min walk)

Bus

Muzeum Narodowe • Lines: 124, 424, 502, 601, 611 (3 min walk)
Cracovia Błonia • Lines: 134, 152, 192 (4 min walk)

Train

Krakow Main Station (31 min walk)