Europe
Poland
Southern Poland
Lesser Poland Province
Krakow
Things to Do in Krakow
Polish Aviation Museum

Polish Aviation Museum, Krakow: Hours, Address, Polish Aviation Museum Reviews: 4.5/5

See all things to do

Polish Aviation Museum

See all things to do
See all things to do
Polish Aviation Museum
4.5
1,329
#12 of 389 things to do in Krakow
Speciality Museums
Read more
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Suggested duration
2-3 hours
Suggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listing
Admission tickets
from $8.84
All you need to step foot in the door.
Full view
What is Travelers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travelers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travelers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.

Top ways to experience Polish Aviation Museum and nearby attractions

The area
Address
Best nearby
Restaurants
1,630 within 3 miles
Slodkie Eldorado
8
0.2 mi$ • Polish • European
Olimp Avia
3
0.3 mi$
Pantograf Cafe
1
0.3 mi
Mila Bar Mleczny Banas S
20
0.4 mi$
Winchester Pizza
4
0.4 mi
Yapito Sushi Bar
12
0.6 mi$$ - $$$ • Japanese • Sushi • Asian
Bruschetta Food & Wine
5
0.5 mi$ • Italian • Healthy
Czyli Pizza - Pizzeria
2
0.5 mi$ • Pizza
The Pizza
2
0.5 mi$ • Italian • American • Pizza
Restauracja Dabskie Jadło
48
0.6 mi$ • Polish
See all
Attractions
357 within 6 miles
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
26,574
2.6 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
Krakow Arcade Museum
180
1.2 miSpeciality Museums • Children's Museums
Womai
481
2.1 miSpeciality Museums
Kraków Arena
161
0.6 miArenas & Stadiums
Muzeum Krakowa, oddział Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera
17,073
2.4 miSpeciality Museums • Historic Sites
Lost Souls Alley
2,323
2.5 miSpeciality Museums
Krakow Pinball Museum
735
2.8 miSpeciality Museums
Ogród Doświadczeń im. St. Lema
83
0.8 miScience Museums • Parks
Stare Miasto
8,996
2.6 miNeighborhoods
GOjump MEGApark Sikorki Park Trampolin
151
1.7 miAmusement & Theme Parks
See all
Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
Popular mentions
4.5
1,330 reviews
Excellent
938
Very good
330
Average
55
Poor
4
Terrible
3
Adrian T
Basingstoke, UK133 contributions
worth a visit if you are into aviation history
Sep 2020
This is off the beaten track which is a shame as this collection shows aviation advancement from the perspective of the other side of the Iron Curtain. There are so many Eastern Bloc aircraft here lined up in chronological order so that you can trace each planes lineage (so many MIG's). The signs are in Polish/English, what was interesting was the facts were so honest including the failures that occurred along the way. I agree that some of the exhibits are looking a little weather worn, they being outside but I found that aspect better instead of shiny planes looking like new. There are also helicopters here and some NATO planes including a Spitfire and Harrier Jump Jet as well as some anti aircraft hardware on show. Unfortunately the hangar where restoration is being carried out was closed to the public due to covid restrictions which was a shame. A nice collection and well worth a visit if you are interested in aviation history. You can spend from an hour and a half to 3 hours here easily.
Written October 4, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
scotty57
glasgow199 contributions
Interesting Place
Sep 2020
My wife and I saw this place on the Discover Krakow website and decided to give it a try. Personally I am glad we did, in here is an amazing array of aircraft with everything from training jets to Helicopters. We spent a good three hours there and had a wonderful time wandering about. As most of the aircraft are outside it is a bit overgrown But my wife who has severe walking difficulties had no problems as there are benches scattered everywhere. Being overgrown just makes this place more authentic to me. There is also a quite large interior part where they have uniforms from the Polish pilots who fought with the R.A.F. Plus there are model aircraft on display and some simulators. Unfortunately due to the restrictions around Covid you cannot go inside the craft but this in no way diminished our enjoyment. If you have a few hours to spare go here even if you are not an aircraft enthusiast I'm am sure you will have a good time.
Written November 8, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
CastleDiver
Tralee320 contributions
A very sad end to some legends.
Jan 2020 • Family
If you grew up in the 60's or 70's and before noses were glued to electronics, you more than likely made an airfix kit of one of these aircraft. I know I certainly did and spent many very happy hours doing so. It is a crying shame that they are exposed to the elements and slowly decaying. The mk XVI spit is outside with its canopy half open and is rotting. I nearly cried at the state of the Jag and Harrier.....never mind their old foes mig 21's and more.
however it is cool to get up close and peer into cockpits most of which are unusually fully intact including gunsights. The museum will regret not looking after these exhibits in time when they will be worth fortunes.
Written January 21, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Ianannehsmb
3 contributions
Polish Air Museum Krakow
Mar 2020
Not on the general list of advertised tours out of Krakow and after visiting I can see why.
Really it could be a little goldmine if managed well, the staff were less than pleasant a surprise after the welcoming, friendly Poles in Krakow. This needs some investment and customer service training, getting on the tour map would generate investment, as I have to agree with other reviewers the exhibits are looking a little worse for wear.
Great to see so many Cold War Soviet jets that you don’t often see in the U.K.
I asked where the messerschmit BF 109 was only to get no understan English gestures, so I asked in German, the guy rode off.
Could be great, will probably be shut down sooner rather than later.
Written March 8, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
William G L Corlett
Liverpool, UK190 contributions
An alternative Krakow attraction
Aug 2020 • Solo
As you enter you pass an indoor section with a fine display of the Spitfire and the 109 German fighter plane.
I love how these planes are both positioned.
Outside the park grounds are big with a mig collection and the famous Harrier Jet.
This is an ideal day out from all the other main attractions of Krakow.
Situated outside of the main city centre.
Written November 11, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
michaelbQ9222AA
Randalstown, UK58 contributions
Aeronautical Graveyard
Feb 2020 • Couples
Enjoyed the short tram ride from the city centre and strolling the grounds. Many of the planes are decommissioned Polish service planes and helicopters as well as crop sisters and some vehicles from WW2.
The indoor exhibit was closed on the day I visited due to a special event so there was a discount. Not every vehicle has a bilingual information plack but the ones that do supply very detailed description of the historical background and era.
Written February 15, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
PetrusM1975
Warsaw, Poland336 contributions
Nice and interesting museum
Jun 2021
Very nice museum for people interested with aviation and military. Unfortunately a little far from downtown. Big colection of aicrafts mainly once served in polish airforce but also from foreign countries also a legendary airplanes like Spitfire, Messerschmit. Harier, F-4, Mirrage. Very nice arranged part about I WW. Big atraction for boys.
Written June 29, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Ronald
15 contributions
Aircraft in hangers were immaculately looked after, the music a little drab.
Apr 2022 • Solo
Although cold and cloudy, really enjoyed all exhibits outside and inside. Need warm clothing a hat maybe during cooler weather.
The best exhibits are those in hangers, with plenty of information for each aircraft.
Although there are many, many military jets to be seen outside.
Historically, you can see how Poland had to be politically correct before, by the unfortunate scrapping of aircraft built by western countries, but also you can see Polish involvement during WW2 and in the aircraft industry.
Best get a Tram, car parking is available.
Unfortunately, no proper coffee bar for a warming cup of tea or coffee, just a machine.
No help or guidance other than the handouts, saying that though, enthusiasts will really appreciate the vast number of exhibits which are easy to access.
Nice shop, I bought a plywood cut out model, there are Tea Shirts, hats and other gifts.
Written April 12, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
D1spm
Redditch, UK1,436 contributions
Great
Mar 2020
We were looking for something to fill a few hours and located here on TA. There is a massive array of planes to look at and a couple of simulators - we spent best part of 2hrs here and that was a bit of a whistle stop as non of us are huge aviation fans, so the real fan could spend much longer here looking and reading in details of all the craft. its easy to navigate and well laid out
Written March 16, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Flying_Monkey_64
Island of Hawaii, HI8 contributions
Wonderful collection of aircraft
Mar 2020
I was really pleased with what they had on display, though I wish much more of it could be indoors to prevent weathering. Never have I seen so much non-NATO aircraft in one location as well as some very rare German and Russian WWII aircraft. The clipped wing Spitfire is in wonderful condition inside. I spent close to 3 hours here, signs in both English and Polish. Worth the visit.
Written March 22, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
2
…
Showing results 1-10 of 460
Anything missing or inaccurate?
Suggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listing
Frequently Asked Questions about Polish Aviation Museum
Polish Aviation Museum is open:
  • Tue - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Buy tickets in advance on Tripadvisor. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
Polish Aviation Museum admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $8.81, while a popular guided tour starts around $6.00 per person. See all 5 Polish Aviation Museum tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
Polish Aviation Museum can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 5 Polish Aviation Museum tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
Restaurants near Polish Aviation Museum: View all restaurants near Polish Aviation Museum on Tripadvisor