Polish Aviation Museum, Kraków

Name: Polish Aviation Museum
Address: Jana Pawla II 39, Kraków, 31-864, Poland
Telephone: +48 12 642 87 00

#11 among attractions in Kraków

Museum, Top attraction, Specialty museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

Nestled in the heart of Kraków, the Polish Aviation Museum stands as a tribute to the rich history of aerospace achievements in Poland. Housed in the former Rakowice-Czyżyny airfield, this museum is a treasure trove for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

The museum's extensive collection boasts over 200 aircraft, including a variety of gliders, helicopters, and engines, some of which are rare and historically significant. Visitors can marvel at the engineering prowess displayed in the vintage planes, many of which have been meticulously restored to their former glory.

The Polish Aviation Museum preserves the legacy of Polish aeronautical design and engineering, showcasing planes that have played pivotal roles in both world wars. Notable exhibits include the wreckage of a WWII Liberator B-24J bomber and an extensive display of Soviet aircraft from the Cold War era.

Interactive displays and well-informed placards provide educational insights into the development of aviation technology and the strategic role of aircraft in modern history. The museum also includes a comprehensive library with archives for those wishing to delve deeper into aviation lore.

Local name: Muzeum Lotnictwa Polskiego w Krakowie Established: 1964 (60 years ago)Coordinates: 50°4'40"N, 19°59'30"E

Address

Jana Pawla II 39Czyżyny (Czyżyny Lotnisko)Kraków 31-864 Poland

Contact

+48 12 642 87 00

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Polish Aviation Museum open?

Polish Aviation Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Polish Aviation Museum?

Nearby attractions include Park Lotników Polskich, Kraków (13 min walk), Ogród Doświadczeń im. Stanisława Lema, Kraków (18 min walk), Tauron Arena, Kraków (18 min walk), Rakowice, Kraków (19 min walk).

How to get to Polish Aviation Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Polish Aviation Museum:

Tram

Muzeum Lotnictwa • Lines: 10, 4, 44, 5, 52, 64, 9 (8 min walk)
Awf • Lines: 10, 4, 44, 5, 52, 64, 9 (11 min walk)

Bus

Awf • Lines: 664 (11 min walk)
Skarżyńskiego • Lines: 429 (13 min walk)