Warsaw: Museum

Places and attractions in the Museum category

Royal Castle

Former palace and museum with guided tours The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Poland, stands as a majestic reminder of the country's royal heritage and tumultuous history. Restored to its former glory after being almost entirely destroyed during World War II, this iconic landmark is now a museum that attracts history...

Warsaw Uprising Museum

Museum devoted to 1944 Warsaw Uprising The Warsaw Uprising Museum stands as a poignant tribute to the resilience and courage of the Polish people during World War II. Located in the heart of Warsaw, Poland, this museum is dedicated to the Warsaw Uprising of 1944, a significant event in the city's,...

Copernicus Science Centre

The Copernicus Science Centre, situated in the heart of Warsaw, Poland, is a modern temple of knowledge that beckons the curious and the eager of all ages. This state-of-the-art museum, which opened its doors in 2010, has rapidly become one of the city’s most visited...

National Museum

Art museum housed in modernist building The National Museum in Warsaw, Poland, stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and is one of the largest museums in the country. Established in 1862, the museum boasts an extensive collection of ancient and modern art, encompassing a wide range of disciplines...

Polish Army Museum

Military museum with tanks and planes The Polish Army Museum, situated in the heart of Warsaw, Poland, stands as a testament to the nation's military heritage. This prestigious institution is dedicated to preserving and showcasing Poland's military history, from medieval times to the present day.

Muzeum Azji i Pacyfiku

Nestled within the vibrant heart of Warsaw, Poland, the Muzeum Azji i Pacyfiku (Asia and Pacific Museum) stands as a cultural beacon, inviting visitors to explore the rich tapestry of Asian and Pacific civilizations. This museum, dedicated to the art and cultural...

Palace on the Isle

18th-century palace with opulent decor Nestled in the lush surroundings of Warsaw's Royal Łazienki Park, the Palace on the Isle, also known as the Palace on the Water, stands as a serene testament to Poland's rich cultural heritage. This neoclassical edifice, meticulously restored to its 18th-century...

Copper-Roof Palace

Former residence of Polish royal family Nestled within the historic heart of Warsaw, the Copper-Roof Palace (Pałac Pod Blachą) stands as a testament to Poland's rich cultural heritage. This Rococo palace, characterized by its distinctive copper roof that lends it its name, is part of the Royal Castle...

Warsaw Barbican

16th-century defense wall of a castle The Warsaw Barbican stands as an enduring testament to the historical fortifications that once encircled the city of Warsaw, Poland. This semicircular bastion, an essential part of the city's defensive walls, was constructed in 1548 at the behest of the Italian...

King John III Palace Museum

Nestled in the heart of Warsaw, the King John III Palace Museum at Wilanów is a testament to Poland's rich cultural heritage and royal history. This stately baroque palace, which dates back to the last quarter of the 17th century, was originally the residence of King...

Fryderyk Chopin Museum

Elegant mansion with Chopin collection The Fryderyk Chopin Museum in Warsaw, Poland, is a musical treasure trove dedicated to the life and works of the world-renowned composer Fryderyk Chopin. Housed in the Ostrogski Castle, a historic building in the heart of the city, the museum offers an immersive...

Zachęta

Museum of global contemporary art Nestled in the heart of Warsaw, Poland, the Zachęta National Gallery of Art stands as a pivotal institution in the Polish art scene. Established in 1860, Zachęta is one of the oldest and most prestigious art galleries in the country, dedicated to the promotion of...

POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews

Exhibits honoring Polish Jewish history Nestled in the heart of Warsaw, the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews stands as a beacon of remembrance and education. This contemporary museum, which opened its doors in 2013, is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the Jewish community that was once...

Maria Skłodowska-Curie Museum

Nestled in the heart of Warsaw, the Maria Skłodowska-Curie Museum is a tribute to one of the most remarkable scientists in history. This museum, dedicated to the double Nobel Prize laureate, is situated in the very house where Maria Skłodowska-Curie was born on...

Ujazdów Castle

Art museum in former royal castle Nestled in the lush greenery of Warsaw's Royal Baths Park, Ujazdów Castle is a historic edifice that has stood the test of time, embodying the rich tapestry of Poland's past. This stately castle, now a hub of cultural activity, functions as a museum and is an integral...

Pawiak

Pawiak Prison, a somber testament to Warsaw's turbulent history, is a site that stands as a memorial to the victims of political oppression throughout Poland's past. Once an infamous Tsarist prison, it gained notoriety during the Second World War when the Nazis...

Warsaw Citadel

The Warsaw Citadel, a formidable fortress in the heart of Warsaw, Poland, stands as a silent witness to the nation's tumultuous history. Constructed by order of Tsar Nicholas I after the November Uprising in 1830, this imposing structure served as a stronghold for the...

Królikarnia

Nestled in the lush greenery of Warsaw, Poland, the Królikarnia Palace is a historical gem that beckons to culture enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This neoclassical palace, designed by renowned architect Domenico Merlini, was built between 1782 and 1786 for the...

National Museum of Ethnography

Folk culture museum with a kids' area The National Museum of Ethnography is a museum of ethnography in Warsaw, Poland. It was established in 1888.

National Museum of Archaeology

Państwowe Muzeum Archeologiczne w Warszawie is a museum located in the old Warsaw Arsenal in Warsaw, Poland. The museum was established in 1923 and has been in its current location since 1958.

Warsaw Icon Museum

The Warsaw Icon Museum is the first museum in Warsaw and the third in Poland dedicated to icons. Located in the Ochota district of Warsaw, Poland, the museum is housed in a former boilerhouse.

Legia Warsaw Museum

The Legia Warsaw Museum is a museum and stadium tour dedicated to Legia Warsaw club history in Warsaw in Poland. The museum, located at the Polish Army Stadium, was opened on 21 April 2006 and is open daily for tours.

Museum of Technology

Muzeum Techniki w Warszawie is a museum in Warsaw, Poland. It was established in 1955. It is located in the Palace of Culture & Science. Exhibits include motorbikes, aeroplanes, 19th century musical boxes, and historic cars.

Museum of Sport and Tourism

Muzeum Sportu i Turystyki w Warszawie is a museum in Warsaw, Poland. It was established in 1952 and is one of the oldest of its type in Europe. The museum holds a permanent exhibition entitled “The history of Polish Sport and Olympic Movement” which covers the history of sport from Ancient Greece until the modern era.

Warsaw Ghetto Museum

The Warsaw Ghetto Museum is a history museum in Warsaw currently under construction. It will open in 2023, on the 80th anniversary commemoration of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.

Fotoplastikon

The Warsaw Fotoplastikon is a stereoscopic theatre based on the Kaiserpanorama system of rotating stereoscopic images located in Warsaw, Poland.

Muzeum Warszawy

Museum of Warsaw's history and culture Museum of Warsaw is a museum in the Old Town Market Place in Warsaw, Poland. It was established in 1936.

Czapski Palace

The Czapski Palace, also called the Krasiński, Sieniawski or Raczyński Palace, is a substantial palace in the center of Warsaw, at 5 Krakowskie Przedmieście.

Museum of the Earth of the Polish Academy of Sciences

The Museum of the Earth in Warsaw, established in 1948 and continuing a tradition initiated by Earth Museum Society back in 1932, has been operating within the structure of the Polish Academy of Sciences since 1959.

Museum of Polish Military Technology

The Museum of Polish Military Technology is a military museum in the Mokotów district of Warsaw, Poland. It is a branch of the Polish Army Museum. It is located in former Fort IX of the Warsaw Fortress.

Theatre Museum

The Theatre Museum in Warsaw is gathering collections related to the history of Polish and foreign theatres. In 1957-1966 it operated as a branch of the Warsaw Historical Museum. Since 1965 it has been operating in the building and structure of the Grand Theatre, in interiors designed by Mieczysław Piprek.

Poster Museum

The Poster Museum at Wilanów is the world's oldest poster museum. Founded in 1968, the museum is housed at the Wilanów Palace complex in Warsaw, Poland.

Field Cathedral of the Polish Army

The Field Cathedral of the Polish Army is the main garrison church of Warsaw and the representative cathedral of the entire Polish Army.

Museum of John Paul II and Primate Wyszyński

The Museum of John Paul II and Primate Wyszyński is a Roman Catholic cultural and educational institution affiliated with the Archdiocese of Warsaw, honoring two prominent Polish Catholic leaders: Saint John Paul II, the first Polish Pope, and Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński, the Archbishop of Warsaw and Gniezno and Primate of Poland.

Muzeum Literatury im. Adama Mickiewicza

The Adam Mickiewicz Museum of Literature is a museum named for noted Polish poet and essayist Adam Mickiewicz in Warsaw, Poland. It was established in 1950.

Muzeum Historii Polskiego Ruchu Ludowego

Muzeum Historii Polskiego Ruchu Ludowego is a museum in Warsaw, Poland. It was established in 1984. The museum is located in a building known as the ‘Yellow Tavern’. Its focus is the history of the Polish countryside, peasant political parties and other groups.

Mausoleum of Struggle and Martyrdom

Museum of occupation in former Nazi HQ Mausoleum of Struggle and Martyrdom is a museum in Warsaw, Poland. It is a branch of the Museum of Independence. The museum presents the conditions in which Polish patriots and resistance fighters were jailed by Nazi Germany during World War II.

Muzeum Warszawskiej Pragi

Muzeum Warszawskiej Pragi is a museum in Warsaw, Poland. It was established in 2006. It is located in historic buildings at Targowa 50/52, one of which, Krzyżanowski's House is the oldest brick built house in the Praga suburb, dating back to the 18th century.

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