POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews Tickets Warsaw
- Duration3 hours
- Open onWednesday to Monday
- Meeting pointThe POLIN Museum entrance on Anielewicza 6
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Overview
POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews stands in Warsaw's Muranów district, on the site of the former Jewish quarter, opposite the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes. This ticket gives one-day entry to the permanent exhibition and to the temporary exhibition when one is on, with an audio guide included. Over eight galleries you follow a thousand years of history, from the first settlers to the Holocaust and the revival of Jewish life. It is a thoughtful, well-designed visit for adults and older children, and the museum is wheelchair-accessible.
Highlights
- Entry to POLIN's permanent exhibition, with the temporary exhibition when it is open
- Audio guide included, so you can follow the story at your own pace
- Eight galleries covering 1,000 years of Polish Jewish history
- Artefacts, paintings, film and interactive installations in a striking modern building
- Located next to the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes, on the site of the former Jewish quarter
- One-day ticket: you can leave for lunch and return the same day
Full Description
POLIN Museum in Muranów, Warsaw
POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews opened in 2013, with its main exhibition following in 2014, on the site of the pre-war Jewish district of Muranów and the wartime Warsaw Ghetto. The name POLIN is the Hebrew word for Poland, and it recalls a legend that the first Jewish settlers found a place to rest here.
The building, designed by Finnish architects, has a glass façade and an inner passage that suggests a parted sea. Many travellers wonder whether the POLIN Museum is worth visiting. It is: it is widely regarded as one of the best museums in Europe, and it won the European Museum of the Year award in 2016.
The core exhibition: eight galleries across 1,000 years
The main exhibition is arranged chronologically in eight galleries, from a forest where the first Jewish traders arrived, through medieval communities and the Renaissance golden age, to modern life, the Holocaust and the years after the Second World War. Each gallery uses rebuilt interiors, objects, paintings and audiovisual displays to bring the period to life.
You see how Jews shaped Polish culture, trade, religion and politics, how they lived alongside their neighbours, and how the Holocaust destroyed a community. The final galleries show how Jewish life in Poland is being revived. Allow around two hours for the core exhibition; many people stay longer.
Your audio guide, the temporary exhibitions and visit planning
The ticket includes an audio guide that explains the exhibits in the order you meet them, so you can walk at your own pace without a group. The temporary exhibition is included when one is open. Some material is emotionally heavy, particularly the galleries on the Holocaust, so plan breaks and go at a comfortable speed.
Your ticket is valid for one day, and you may enter at any time within opening hours, but admission closes two hours before the museum does. You can leave for lunch and return on the same day. Every visitor passes through an electronic security scan, and oversized luggage is not allowed.
POLIN Museum opening hours, closed days and how to get there
POLIN Museum opening hours change by season, and the museum is closed on Tuesdays, so choose your date carefully. The booking panel shows the entry times, and the last admission is two hours before closing. The best time to visit is on a weekday morning, when the galleries are calmer.
Getting to the museum is simple: it stands at Mordechaja Anielewicza 6, in Muranów, an easy tram or bus ride or a short walk from the Old Town and from the central station. Right outside is the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes, and the nearby streets carry memorials of the former ghetto, so it fits naturally into a half-day on Jewish heritage in Warsaw.
Itinerary
- Arrive at the museumGo to POLIN Museum at Mordechaja Anielewicza 6 in Muranów and show your voucher; there is an electronic security scan.
- Collect your audio guidePick up your audio guide, included in your ticket, before you enter the core exhibition.
- Core exhibition, eight galleriesWalk from the first settlers through the medieval and modern periods, spending about two hours.
- Holocaust and post-war galleriesMove through the emotional final galleries at your own pace, with the audio guide explaining each room.
- Temporary exhibition and exitVisit the temporary exhibition if one is open, then finish outside at the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes.
What's included
- Access to the permanent exhibition
- Access to the temporary exhibition (if available)
- Audio guide
Not included
- Guided tour
- Food and drinks
Is this right for you?
Great for
- History and culture lovers
- A half-day plan — about 3 hours
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.7/5 by past travellers
Not suitable for
- Children under 12 unless supervised by an adult at all times
- Visitors who cannot manage emotionally heavy material about the Holocaust
- Travellers hoping for a guided tour, which is not included
- Anyone planning a visit on a Tuesday, when the museum is closed
Meeting point
There is no hotel pickup and no guide. Go to POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews, Mordechaja Anielewicza 6, in Muranów, Warsaw, and show your voucher at the entrance. Remember that the museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Important information
- The museum is closed on Tuesdays; choose another day.
- Your ticket is valid for one day; you can leave and return the same day, but admission closes two hours before closing.
- Allow about two hours for the core exhibition.
- Every visitor passes an electronic security scan, and oversized luggage is not allowed.
- Children aged 12 and under must be supervised by an adult at all times.
- Guided tours and food and drinks are not included; visiting rules are set by the museum.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the POLIN Museum ticket cost?
The price depends on the age category. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for adults and for younger visitors for the entry ticket with audio guide.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. It is an entry ticket, so you go to the museum in Muranów yourself; it is easy to reach by tram, bus or on foot.
How long does a visit to POLIN take?
Plan around two hours for the core exhibition, and more if you also visit the temporary exhibition.
Is the audio guide included?
Yes. The ticket includes an audio guide, so you can visit at your own pace.
Is POLIN Museum suitable for children?
It suits older children and teenagers. Children aged 12 and under must be supervised at all times, and some galleries are emotionally heavy.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable clothes and shoes, and your voucher. Oversized luggage is not allowed, and there is a security scan at entry.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, if the day is open and slots remain. Remember that the museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Is the museum wheelchair-accessible?
The museum is described as wheelchair-accessible. If you have specific needs, contact us before booking.
Is POLIN Museum worth visiting?
Yes. It gives a deep, well-designed overview of 1,000 years of Polish Jewish history and the Holocaust, in a striking building.
Is a guided tour included?
No. The ticket includes an audio guide, but no live guide.
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