The Varsovian Visitor

Muzeum Narodowe w Warszawie (National Museum in Warsaw)
Art museum

World-class art museum. Exquisite paintings and sculptures. Many other exhibits, too. Excellent range. From ancient to contemporary. Something for everyone there. Masterpieces by the finest Polish painters, e.g. Jan Matejko. One of the best art galleries in the world. An absolute must-visit. Requires 2 to 3 hours.

Centrum Pieniądza NBP (Money Centre)
Finance museum

Learn about the history of Polish & European finance and economics. Discover more about central banking, retail banking, the history of currencies, & much more. Hugely interactive experience. Extensive amount of interesting information in English & Polish. Many quizzes & games. Great for visitors of all ages. Hugely recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Muzeum Gazowni Warszawskiej (Warsaw Gasworks Museum)
Technology museum

Learn about the history of coal power in Poland. Housed on the site of a former gasworks. An absolutely brilliant experience. Wonderful, well-preserved exhibits. Detailed information in Polish & English. Hugely interactive & immersive. Great for visitors of all ages. Constantly repeating narration was annoying. Almost perfection otherwise. Friendly staff. Strongly recommended. Requires 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

Centrum Nauki Kopernik (Copernicus Science Centre)
Science museum

Vast, interactive science museum, which allows visitors to perform experiments & learn more about science. Home to a planetarium, too. Many talks given about science at specific times. One of the most interactive experiences you can have at a museum. Everything translated perfectly into English. Perfectly suitable for visitors of all ages (above 4, perhaps). A must-visit. Requires 2 to 5 hours.

Niewidzialna Wystawa (Invisible Exhibition)
Immersive & sensory exhibition

A unique exhibition. Experience what life is life for the visually-impaired. Learn about the developments that have helped to assist the lives of the blind. The entire tour is in total darkness. The most entertaining & charismatic tour guide. Tours available in Polish & English (reserve in advance). Perfect for small groups of friends. A hugely entertaining & unforgettable experience. Enormously recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

POLIN Muzeum Historii Żydów Polskich (POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews)
History & culture museum

Learn about the 1000-year history of Jews in Poland. Housed in an ugly, modernist monstrosity, out of keeping with the local area. Everything else is incredible. Absolutely massive exhibition. Huge amount of information in Polish & English. So well-laid out & displayed. Immersive, interactive experience. Requires 5 to 7 hours.

Muzeum Warszawy (Warsaw Museum)
History museum

History museum. Informs visitors about the rich history of Warsaw, from the 14th century until the present day. Exhibits overall not particularly spectacular. Fantastic paintings. Wonderful and hugely historical building. Great range, including paintings, sculptures and models. Certainly worth a visit. Requires 2 to 3 hours.

Muzeum Jana Pawła II I Prymasa Wyszyńskiego (Museum of John Paul II & Primate Wyszyński)
Religion & history museum

Details the lives of two iconic figures of 20th-century Poland. Excellently laid-out. Wonderful exhibits, including clothing & religious garments. Friendly, helpful staff. Outstanding museum. Hugely recommended. Requires 2.5 to 3.5 hours.

Muzeum Pałacu Króla Jana III w Wilanowie (Wilanów Palace Museum)
Palace museum

Royal palace built for Jan III Sobieski. Vast collection of exquisite paintings, antiquities, and furniture. Very well-preserved site. Huge amounts of information in Polish & English. Take an audio guide: it's a little dependent on it. A must-visit. Requires 1 to 2.5 hours.

Stacja Muzeum (Warsaw Railway Museum)
Railway & history museum

Learn about the interesting history of Warsaw’s railway network. Backs onto Warszawa Główna station. Lovely, traditional interior & feel. Interior & exterior exhibits. Train sets. Board some historic trains. Interesting information both in Polish & English (not everywhere, though). Friendly staff. We had a smile the whole time. Hugely recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Muzeum Nurkowania (Diving Museum)
Diving museum

One of Europe’s few, and leading, diving museums. World-class exhibits. Diving suits, masks, & tools, as well as cameras, breathing apparatus, & more. Very well-organised. Very charming, helpful staff give tours (Polish & English). A very interesting, informative experience. Plentiful information (Polish only). One of the most pleasant museum experiences that we have had. Leave a few złoty, if you can. A must-visit. Requires 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Pałac Rzeczypospolitej (Republic Palace)
Palace

17th-century Baroque palace linked to the National Library. Absolutely exquisite interior & exterior (newly renovated). Many hugely significant books, prints, & manuscripts from Polish history are kept here. Artworks, too. Information in many languages. Too reliant on screens; would be better to have written information, too. Perhaps the most beautiful gardens in Warsaw behind. Hugely recommended. Requires 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.

Muzeum Azji i Pacyfiku (Asia & Pacific Museum)
History & culture museum

Learn about the history & culture of various Asian countries. Music, dining, clothing, war, events, & a lot more. Amazing artefacts & exhibits. Very well displayed. Extensive information (Polish & English). Wonderful atmosphere. Immersive & engaging experience. Perfect for all ages. Strongly recommended. Requires 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Muzeum Łazienki Królewskie (Royal Baths Museum)
Gardens, Museums, & Palaces

A series of different sites dotted around a picturesque park. Hugely recommended. Requires 2 to 3 hours.

Muzeum Sztuki Fantastycznej (Surreal Art Museum)
Art gallery

Contemporary art gallery of the finest surrealist works of Polish masters, such as Beksiński, as well as hosting lesser-known masterpieces. Absolutely exquisite, unique works. Very well-laid out & displayed. Friendly, helpful staff. The best contemporary art gallery in town. Very high price considering the size of the gallery. Certainly worth it, though. Requires 20 to 25 minutes.

Muzeum Zimnej Wojny (Cold War Museum)
History museum

Museum dedicated to the political aspect of the Cold War, in Poland & the Eastern bloc. Hugely interactive, multimedia experience. Many screens with maps, images & information. Don’t miss the quiz! Virtual reality experience available. Vast amounts of very interesting information. Very well-laid out. Not a huge amount of exhibits. Historical character of the interior has been retained. Friendly, helpful staff. Strongly recommended. Requires 1.5 to 2 hours.

Muzeum X Pawilonu Cytadeli Warszawskiej (10th Pavilion of the Warsaw Citadel Museum)
History museum

Former prison, in which many significant historical figures are said to have been held prisoner. Well-maintained interior. Enter the prison cells. View excellent artworks. Quite interactive. Information generally in both Polish & English. Very friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommended. Requires 1 hour to 75 minutes.

Muzeum Niepodległości (Museum of Independence)
History museum

Situated in an 18th-century palace. Wonderful interior & exterior. Learn about the modern history of Poland through wars & uprisings. Interesting historical exhibits. Many interesting artworks. Well-displayed information in Polish & English. Friendly, helpful staff. Requires 1.5 to 2 hours.

Muzeum Fryderyka Chopina w Warszawie (Frederic Chopin Museum)
Music & history museum

Museum dedicated to the world-famous pianist Frederick Chopin. Housed in a spectacular rebuilt 17th century mansion. Particularly interesting for those who have an interest in music. OK exhibits, mostly written texts. Otherwise, some interactivity via headsets. Great for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Highly digital museum. Certainly worth a visit. Requires 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

Muzeum Archidiecezji Warszawskiej (Museum of the Warsaw Archdiocese)
Art museum

Religious & secular museum situated next to St John’s Cathedral. Outstanding collection of paintings, notably those by Beksiński. Great collection of antiques & furniture. Large collection of Christian-themed sculptures & paintings. Temporary exhibition (ground floor) was mediocre. Not very well displayed. Friendly, helpful staff. Excellent overall. Strongly recommended. Requires 75 minutes to 1.5 hours.

Centrum Sztuki Współczesnej Zamek Ujazdowski (Ujazdów Castle Contemporary Art Centre)
Art gallery

13th-century castle hosting a Contemporary art gallery with Modern art pieces, too. Many very interesting pieces; some awful ones. Very well-displayed. QR codes allow you to learn more. Enter through a bookshop; leave through a restaurant. Strange. Best Contemporary art gallery around. Recommended. Requires 50 minutes to 1 hour.

Zamek Królewski (Royal Castle)
Castle

Majestic reconstructed-14th century castle. Wonderful location in the Old Town. Excellent art collection. Learn about the rich history of the Polish royal family of the past. Relatively short trip through a beautiful and opulent castle. No queuing system. Large groups of school children may push in. Visit in the afternoon. Guided tours available. A little pricey. Optional exhibitions can extend your time here. Requires 1.5-3 hours.

Dom Spotkan z Historią (History Meeting House)
Historical education centre

Temporary photography exhibitions. Learn about the history of Warsaw & Poland. Excellent descriptions in Polish & English. Very well-laid out. A place to relax, too. Café & board games. Great place to be. Strongly recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego (Warsaw Uprising Museum)
History museum

Extensive amount of information regarding WWII in Poland. Quite sizable. Good value for money. Very interesting exhibits, including planes, other vehicles, and weapons. One of the most impressive war museums around. Hugely recommend. Requires around 1.5 to 2 hours.

Muzeum Życia w PRL (Life in the Polish People’s Republic Museum)
History museum

Details the lives and conditions of Poland and Polish people during the Cold War. Authentic, historical exhibits. Extremely interesting. Well-laid out. Good information in English and Polish. Pleasant and friendly manager/owner. Highly recommended. Requires 1 hour to 1.5 hours.

Muzeum Warszawskiej Pragi (Praga Museum)
History museum

Details the local history of the Praga district of Warsaw. Lots of information about the local international railway network. Learn about the architecture and development of the district. Great amount of description: English & Polish. Very friendly and pleasant staff. Interactive experience. Would recommend. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Państwowe Muzeum Etnograficzne (National Museum of Ethnography)
Ethnographic museum

Housed in a spectacular neo-Renaissance building. Learn about the ethnography of Poland & of foreign countries. Clothing, art, toys, religion, culture. Very interesting, well-preserved exhibits. Extensive information in Polish & English. Well-laid out. Not very interactive. Excellent, nonetheless. Recommended. Requires 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Mauzoleum Walki i Męczeństwa (Mausoleum of Struggle & Martydom)
History museum

Housed in the former headquarters of the Gestapo. Learn about the conditions of the prisoners held at the jail during WWII. Friendly, pleasant staff. Explained the history of the site in detail. Reasonably interactive & immersive. Large amounts of information in Polish & English. A small, yet hugely significant site. Recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Muzeum Katyńskie (Katyn Museum)
History museum

Museum about the Katyn Massacre during WWII, plus the events leading up to and after it. Information about the historical & political situation of the times. Interesting range of exhibits. Limited information in English (generally only Polish). Audio guide available in English. Very interesting museum. Definitely recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Pałac Pod Blachą (Tin-Roofed Palace)
Palace

16th-century palace linked to the Royal Castle. Visit the living quarters of 18th-century prince & commander, Józef Poniatowski. Incredible example of well-maintained Rococo architecture. Artworks & belongings of the Prince. Interesting information in Polish & English (not everything was translated, though). Certainly worth a visit. Requires 30 to 45 minutes.

Muzeum Geologiczny w Warszawie (Geological Museum)
Natural history museum

Spectacular geological museum. Great exhibits, including minerals, rocks, and fossils. Very interesting information, however not everything is translated to English. Information about energy and resources. Stuffy and no air conditioning. Remarkable interior and great place to be. Recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Fotoplastikon Warszawski (Warsaw Fotoplastikon)
Theatre museum

Oldest stereoscopic theatre in Europe. Still operating. Travel-themed. See lovely photos taken from around France. Very well-preserved interior & exterior. Such a charming place. Some descriptions in Polish & English. Historical cameras on display. Lack of information about the site. A must-visit. Requires 20 to 30 minutes.

Muzeum Ziemi (Museum of the Earth)
Natural history museum

Museum focused on minerals, composition of the Earth & natural events. Housed in two wonderful, historical buildings. Intriguing artefacts. Huge amounts of interesting information in Polish; some in English, too. Engaging for everyone. Friendly staff. Don’t miss temporary exhibition across the road. Definitely recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Spotkania z Europą (Europa Experience)
Interactive education centre

European Union visitors centre. Interactive experience. Multimedia composition. Many touchscreens. Helpful staff. Possibility to book group visits & a role play game. Certainly worth a visit. Requires 30-45 minutes.

Muzeum Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego (University of Warsaw Museum)
History museum

Outstanding collection of documents from historical figures/events, e.g. George III & Richard Nixon. Detailed information (in Polish & English). Information could be presented better (sometimes obscured by objects). Certainly worth a visit. Requires 30 to 45 minutes.

Muzeum Literatury (Museum of Literature)
Culture museum

A museum dedicated to telling the history of Polish writers, especially the poets. A sizeable collection of artworks on display, too. Large, interesting permanent exhibition dedicated the Polish bard, Adam Mickiewicz. A mixture of the classical & the modern. Some of the temporary collection was truly degenerate (obviously the modern). Information in English & Polish, though not everything was written in both languages. Very friendly, helpful staff. Certainly recommended. Requires 1.5 to 2 hours.

Miejski Ogród Zoologiczny (City Zoological Garden)
Zoo

Keeps many rescued animals, including injured animals, & aims to repopulate endangered species. Excellent range of animals: lions, penguins, red pandas, bears, meerkats, fish, birds, etc. Obviously, the conditions could be better. Lack of staff around. Lack of detail on the signs. Should have more signs with information, too. Generally clean & well-kept. Reasonably priced. Relatively easy to navigate. Requires 1.5 to 3 hours.

Muzeum Wojska Polskiego (Polish Army Museum)
Military history museum

Learn about the history of the Polish army & its battles & technology. Housed in a soulless modern construction. Impressive interior. Spacious, & well-laid out. Excellent array of exhibits. Tanks, weapons, uniforms, etc. Information is displayed poorly, in giant blocks. Everything written in Polish & English. Requires 1 hour to 75 minutes.

Muzeum Sportu i Turystyki w Warszawie (Museum of Sport & Tourism)
Sport museum

Small museum about the history of Polish sport. Covers a vast range of disciplines, e.g. Olympics, motorsport, football, etc. Excellent range of exhibits, e.g. medals, trophies. Not much information in English; generally only Polish. Interesting for the whole family. Requires 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Muzeum Domków Lalek, Gier i Zabawek (Museum of Dollhouses, Games & Toys)
Toy museum

Small museum with wonderfully & intricately designed dollhouses, miniatures, and toys. Permanent & Temporary exhibitions at different sites. Information about each exhibit in Polish & English. Could be more information about history & creation. Friendly, charming staff. Interesting for people of all ages. Requires 40 minutes to 1 hour.

Ogród Botaniczny Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego (University of Warsaw Botanical Garden)
Botanical gardens

Compromised of a garden & several greenhouses. Beautiful, well-kept rose garden. Excellent biodiversity. Squirrels may make an appearance. Lack of information about plants. A little pricey considering its size. Check website for interesting events. Great place to spend time on a hot, sunny day. Requires 20 to 45 minutes.

Żydowski Instytut Historyczny (Jewish Historical Institute)
Research institute

Institute dedicated to Jewish affairs. Housed in the Main Jewish Library. Tells the tales of Jewish people during WWII & life in the Warsaw Ghetto. Interactive experience with many touchscreens. Temporary exhibition consisted of various oil paintings & prints. Some interesting, appealling pieces. Well-laid out. Requires 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.

Instytut Pileckiego (Pilecki Institute)
Cultural centre

Learn about 20th-century Poland, involving Nazi & Soviet regimes. Interactive experience via screens. Plentiful detailed information in Polish & English. Very well-displayed. Friendly staff. Recommended. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours. Open hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm. General admission: free.

Centrum Interpretacji Zabytku (Monument Interpretation Centre)
Cultural centre

Photos & information about the destruction & reconstruction of the Old Town. Plentiful interesting information in Polish & English. Interactive experience; many screens with audio files available. Lovely, charming staff. Not many exhibits. Despite the name, it hasn’t retained/regained its heritage inside. Too modern & glassy. A guided tour is advised. Requires 30 to 45 minutes.

Narodowe Muzeum Techniki (National Museum of Technology)
Technology museum

Situated in the Palace of Culture & Science. Areas range from vehicles to space, cosmetics to the military. Very interesting exhibits (though many are not original). Interesting for people of all ages. Quite interactive. Chaotic way to display information. Staff not particularly friendly. Worth a visit, but don’t rush there. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Muzeum Fabryki Norblina (Norblin Factory Museum)
Technology & history museum

A key jewel in the industrial crown in the history of Warsaw. Learn about the factory's rich history of producing silverware. Download the app to take the self-guided tour around the complex (15zł). Guided tours available with guides in period costume. Tours go on for anywhere from 70 minutes to roughly 2 hours. Cost: 20-120zł (depending on the tour & age of the visitor). Recommended. Requires 1.5 to 2 hours

Art Box Experience (Art Box Experience)
Art exhibition

Hosts various photo-based exhibitions on a vast array of subjects. Situated in Fabryka Norblina. Incredibly well-informed & talented guide. Explained in detail the early-mid 20th-century history of the city. A lack of written information makes education mostly dependent on the guide's word. A pleasant experience. Requires 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Muzeum Marii Skłodowskiej Curii w Warszawie (Marie Curie Museum)
Science & history museum

Details the life of the world-renowned scientist Marie Curie. Situated in the 18th-century home in which Curie was born. Very interesting information in Polish & English. Too limited, however. Could be displayed better, also. Too dependent on downloading an app & listening to audio-guide. Good range of exhibits. Not interactive, nor particularly engaging. Helpful staff. Requires 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes.

Muzeum Polskiej Techniki Wojskowej (Polish Army Technology Museum)
Military museum

Mostly outdoor museum with a large amount of military vehicles & military equipment. Tanks, helicopters, radars, planes, etc. Outstanding collection of exhibits. Not maintained very well. Poorly displayed information (generally only in Polish). Did not seem that well-thought through. Wasted potential. Suitable for everyone, especially for those interested in 20th-century history. Requires 75 minutes to 1.5 hours.

Muzeum Woli (Museum of Wola)
Local history museum

Museum dedicated to telling the history of the Wola district. Industry, music, housing, society, etc. Well-displayed descriptions. Detailed information in Polish & English. Interesting permanent exhibition; excellent, but too small. Temporary exhibition: hugely disappointing. Quite interactive experience: screens, & headphones to listen to music. Requires 1 hour to 75 minutes.

Muzeum Karykatury im. E. Lipinskiego (Museum of Caricatures)
Art museum

A unique art museum. Works by artist and caricaturist Eryk Lipinski. Friendly staff. English laminated sheet available which provides valuable context. Difficult to understand without it. Even in Polish, descriptions about the caricatures are somewhat vague. Small, unique museum. Worth popping by for a special experience. Requires 30 to 45 minutes.

Muzeum Ewolucji (Museum of Evolution)
Science museum

Museum dedicated to teaching about evolution & life on Earth. Magnificent location in the Palace of Science & Culture. Decent range of exhibits, including replica dinosaur remains & fossils. Vast amount of information (Polish only). Lack of interactivity. Reasonably interesting; maybe particularly so for children. Too hot & stuffy. Generally a positive experience. Requires 1.5 to 2 hours.

Muzeum Historii Pielęgniarstwa i Położnictwa (History of Nursing & Midwifery Museum)
Medical museum

Details the history of the nursing profession in Poland. Interesting exhibits: medical devices & tools. Friendly staff give interesting talks. Information about nurses & midwifes from history, and medical practices (Polish only). Would recommend it. Check online/enquire via email about open days. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Zachęta Narodowa Galeria Sztuki (Zachęta National Gallery of Art)
Art gallery

Contemporary art gallery, showcasing the works of young Polish, & international, artists. Housed in a spectacular building in the neo-Renaissance style. Wide range of “art”: performances, installations, paintings, etc. Standard of the pieces is mixed. Some quite interesting, some bland, some bizarre, some utterly ridiculous. Some information in Polish & English. Don’t rush there. Requires 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Muzeum Więzienia Pawiak (Pawiak Prison Museum)
History museum

WWII Gestapo-run prison; now a museum. Friendly staff. Almost no information about the prison & life there. Mostly poems, not directly connected to the prison. English & German translations. Not an extensive collection of exhibits. Small museum (~7 rooms). Slightly underwhelmed; could be much more. Requires 30-45 minutes.

Muzeum Farmacji im. mgr Antoniny Lesniewskiej (Antonina Lesniewska Museum of Pharmacy)
Medical museum

Situated in a beautiful, historical building. Small, quaint museum. Consists of 3 rooms. Explains the usage of medicine throughout WWII. Learn about glassmaking. Some information in English. Interesting history. Worth a visit. Requires 20 to 35 minutes.

Muzeum Historii Medyczyny Warszawskiego Uniwersytetu Medycznego (Museum of the History of Medicine)
Medical museum

Museum linked to Warsaw Medical University. Details the history of medicine in Poland. Dentistry, surgery, anatomy, medicine, etc. Interesting exhibits. Detailed information, but only in Polish. Not particularly well-displayed. Not very well-organised. Lectures available. An engaging experience for visitors of all ages. Requires 1 to 1.5 hours.

Izba Pamięci przy Cmentarzu Powstanców Warszawy (Hall of Remembrance)
Memorial pavilion

A site dedicated to those fallen during the Warsaw Uprising. Located on the site of the Warsaw Uprising Cemetery. A small centre consisting of two rooms. 1. Watch a short movie about the history. Information about the cemetery. 2. Audio-visual installation. Tales of the people. Imperfect speaker sound quality made it hard to follow. Information in Polish & English. Requires 20 to 25 minutes.

Pałac Kultury i Nauki Taras Widokowy (Palace of Culture Observation Deck)
Scenic viewpoint

Climb to the top of the Palace of Culture. Panoramic views of the city and its surroundings. Observe the diverse architectural styles of this great city. Bring a coat – will be cold even in May. Long queues can be expected. Can only ascend by one lift. THE tourist trap of Warsaw. Not really worth it. Requires 20-40 minutes.

Muzeum Legii Warszawa (Legia Warsaw Museum)
Sport museum

Small museum revolving around Poland’s most successful football team, Legia Warsaw. Poland’s Olympic Games history, too. Excellent collection of trophies & medals. Not a huge amount of information. Generally only in Polish (very little in English). Could have been laid out better. Located in the stadium (incorrect on Maps). Requires 20 to 35 minutes.

Galeria Kordegarda (Kordegarda Gallery)
Art gallery

Small gallery with frequently changing temporary exhibitions. Situated in a beautiful building. Our visit was disappointing. Various materials glued together is not art. Information explaining the exhibition in Polish & English. Friendly staff. Could be much better when there is a different exhibition on. Sometimes ceramics, other times sculptures or sketches. Check beforehand. Requires 10 to 15 minutes.

Muzeum Harcerstwa (Museum of Scouting)
Culture & history museum

Learn about the scouting history of Warsaw & its links to the army. Small museum with few exhibits. Chiefly consists of books, documents & uniforms. Good amount of information (Polish only). Not displayed particularly well. Neatly displayed exhibits. Very hot & stuffy. Group classes available. Requires 15 to 20 minutes.

Muzeum Drukarstwa (Printing Museum)
Technology museum

Museum dedicated to the city’s history of printing & bookmaking. Great collection of printing presses. Very limited amount of information. Written only in Polish. Guided tour available for a low cost. Workshop, too. Design & make your own print. Tiny museum. Housed in a charming building. Has so much potential. Pleasant staff. Would not recommend it. Requires 15 to 30 minutes.

Muzeum Sztuki Nowoczesnej (Museum of Modern Art)
Art gallery

Gallery with temporary exhibitions: Polish & international works. Housed in a soulless building, with an equally soulless interior. Art was bizarre. A total lack of coherence. Excellent English translations. Spacious & not crowded. Quality of experience depends on exhibition when you visit. Staff were mixed. An absolute abomination. It needs to be ripped down; build a park. Requires 35 to 50 minutes.

Muzeum Historii Polski (Polish History Museum)
History museum

Situated in a truly hideous, blocky building. Almost nothing to see. Permanent exhibition is located in the main hall; consists of a few exhibits. Some information in Polish & English. Temporary exhibitions (whenever there is one) could be more promising. Wonderful panoramic views from rooftop. Very clean. Staff seemed like they were working on a military base.Requires 15 to 35 minutes.

Galeria Foksal (Foksal Gallery)
Art gallery

Contemporary art gallery. Housed in a beautiful building. Just 1 room. How could it be worse? Pretentious. Several things thrown together which have “a deep meaning”. No talent involved. “Information” in Polish & English. Being barked at & licked by an employee’s dog was the most engaging part. Absolutely abysmal. Requires 1 to 9 minutes. Open hours: Monday-Wednesday & Friday 12pm-6pm, Thursday 12pm-7pm, Saturday 12pm-4pm. General admission: free.