Zamek Królewski w Warszawie - Muzeum

Zamek Królewski w Warszawie - Muzeum

Zamek Królewski w Warszawie - Muzeum
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The Royal Castle in Warsaw (Polish: Zamek Królewski w Warszawie) is a castle residency that formerly served throughout the centuries as the official residence of the Polish monarchs. Initially the complex served as the residence of the Dukes of Masovia, and since the sixteenth century, the seat of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth: the King and Parliament. In its long history the Royal Castle was repeatedly plundered and devastated by the invading Swedish, Brandenburgian, Prussian and Tsarist armies. Burned and looted by the Nazi Germans following the Invasion of Poland in 1939 and almost completely destroyed in 1944 after the failed Warsaw Uprising, the Castle was completely rebuilt and reconstructed. Reconstruction of the castle carried out in 1971–1984 was led by the Civic Committee, responsible for the reconstruction of Warsaw. In 1980, the Royal Castle, together with the Old Town was registered as a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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  • Sellest
    Bushey, United Kingdom5,224 contributions
    Stunning interior
    Visited here last week and was stunned by the grandeur of the interior – more like a palace than a castle. I was very lucky in that entrance to the castle was free throughout November so I did not have to pay for the tour (which is self-guided) Although there was an option to purchase an extra audio tour (which I did not bother with as I was a little limed for time). There was a slight wait upon arrival as they were limiting numbers (there were several groups of school children, but I'm wondering whether this was due to the fact that entrance was free this month) but I was very soon inside. There is a cloakroom at the start and then you simply follow the route around the castle taking in the many gorgeous and opulent rooms adorned with beautiful paintings and artefacts. There was also an orchestra playing. You can also walk around the gardens outside. I would allow a good hour here at least.
    Dear Sellest, Thank you so much for your visit and this lovely review. In November, we had some limitations due to the Covid restrictions. You should come back and see the gardens in full bloom. 🌹 Thank you one more time, All the best, and we look forward to seeing you again.
    Written May 23, 2022
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited November 2021
    Written December 4, 2021
  • Traveler O
    Washington DC, District of Columbia887 contributions
    Royal Castle rebuilt
    An excellent effort to rebuild and return Warsaw and it's royal history to its former glory. Museum is worth a visit, although recommend not bringing kids under 12 years old. An audio guide is very helpful to have, otherwise it's difficult to decipher alot of the meaning and history of what you're seeing. Unfortunately, many of the royal treasures were looted and lost during World War II, but they've done a fantastic job reenacting every room. It's right in the center of Castle Square and when you're done there are plenty of places to get a meal or sit in the shade and relax.
    Visited July 2019
    Written February 24, 2020
  • Juli F
    Crawley, United Kingdom84 contributions
    Don't miss this!
    The castle did not look like it was very big from the outside, so we did not think there would actually be very much to see, but once inside it was an incredible surprise! Completely reconstructed after the war, it was just stunning. The audio guide was invaluable in helping us to learn about its history and the efforts to save items such as its artwork. Wherever possible, fragments of the original castle were included in the reconstruction. It was a very poignant and inspiring tribute to the resilience of the Polish people and how much effort they have put in to rebuilding Warsaw.
    Visited December 2019
    Written January 2, 2020
  • Madeleine
    Austria1 contribution
    Unfriendly, rude- do NOT recommend
    We went on a Wednesday when entry was free and looking back I'm very glad I didn't spend a penny!! The whole disaster started at the entrance, when the unfriendly staff at the counter gave us the tickets. As we were about to go in, a security guard stopped us and ordered us to take off our jackets. Otherwise we were not allowed to enter the castle! On the tour itself, there were security guards in every room, who monitored and disciplined us at every step, so we couldn't enjoy the tour. You weren't even allowed to go back one room. Overall everyone was so rude and condescending. NEVER AGAIN! DO NOT RECOMMEND!
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 29, 2023
  • Halcatra
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom483 contributions
    Beautiful but...
    It is a beautiful place. As Warsaw was almost totally destructed during II World War, it needed to be built from the foundations. But great job was done and it looks really great nowadays. Inside you will find a lot of art masterpieces, definitely worth seeing. It is a must for any visitors in Warsaw. I cannot give five stars though, because of the staff attitude. Smile costs nothing - lesson which most of them should be tought. Visitors are not asking the questions because they are horrible people, they ask them, because they want to learn something...
    Dear Halcatra, Thank you so much for your review. And we do agree that smile cost nothing. And we are sorry that you had this experience. We will be working on this, and thank you again for the feedback. Constructive criticism is crucial to improvement. All the best from Warsaw and hopefully see you again.
    Written October 22, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited February 2020
    Written February 4, 2020
  • AngelaMarie
    Windsor, Connecticut12 contributions
    Hostile Security Guards Ruined the Tour
    The interior of the Castle was very nice, we did the audio guide and one of them kept malfunctioning. However, what should have been a perfectly pleasant tour was ruined by the overbearing security personal who more closely resembled surly prison guides. What promised to be a regal and uplifting experience turned into an oppressive boarding on sinister one. Lots of beautiful treasures, too bad, because we couldn’t wait to get out of there. At one, point, we were sitting quietly in a downstairs rest area with benches when two of the “prison guides” stood staring daggers at us. What a shameful disgrace to have such a National Treasure so poorly served by its employees. Not even the Swiss Guard at the Vatican could compare to these characters.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written August 9, 2023
  • Vlad C
    Bucharest, Romania65 contributions
    Try not to miss this
    This is right in the hear of old town and deserves a visit. People talk about Versailles castle but I liked this one better. It has some unique stuff and it is very tasteful and not over the top. A great way to fill in a couple of hours.
    Visited January 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 29, 2020
  • Hentonn
    Warsaw, Poland1,729 contributions
    symbol of the independence of Poland
    The castel was official residence of the Polish kings. Sometimes was robbed by the invadors. During the partitions of Poland in 19th century majority of the collections were taken to Russia. Some things returned to Poland after the WW1. The castle was in flames in September 1939. Polish people were trying to salvage the most precious art collections. During the occupation many things were dismantled and taken away to Germany. In October 1939 Hitler issued the order to blow up the castle. It was blasted by German sappers in September 1944 during the Warsaw Uprising. Reconstructed very precisely, some original things returned to its interiors. Nice apartments, beautiful sculpurtes, Canaletto, Lanckoronski collections with two Rembrand's paintings. Constitution of 3 May 1791, the first one in Europe. Audioguide recomended. The castle as a part of Old Town is on the UNESCO list as 'an outstanding example of a near-total reconstruction of a span of history covering the 13th to the 20th century'.
    Visited January 2020
    Written January 11, 2020
  • Drum_Davey
    Glasgow, United Kingdom242 contributions
    Extremely Well Maintained Castle With Many Rooms
    This is one of my favourite castles that I’ve visited in quite a while. Once you get used to the one way system and get through the beginning with the large cloakroom then the tour with the audio guide becomes very enjoyable. Each room has lots of interesting history with incredible pictures and portraits on the wall. You could easily spend a couple hours exploring
    Dear Drum_Davey, what a joy to read such a review! Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts! So looking forward to seeing you soon! All the best, have a wonderful 2023 year!
    Written January 5, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited October 2022
    Traveled with friends
    Written January 2, 2023
  • Andrei F.
    Poznan, Poland6 contributions
    Great piece of history
    Very interesting tour, beautiful rooms and art - especially Canaletto paintings of Warsaw. It's a pleasure to see the castle in such a state, given its history. The ticket prices are a bit high though. A Rembrandt exhibition is also worthwile.
    Thank you so much for your visit! Hopefully to see you again. All the best!
    Written May 23, 2022
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited July 2021
    Written August 3, 2021
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Madeleine
Austria1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Friends
We went on a Wednesday when entry was free and looking back I'm very glad I didn't spend a penny!! The whole disaster started at the entrance, when the unfriendly staff at the counter gave us the tickets. As we were about to go in, a security guard stopped us and ordered us to take off our jackets. Otherwise we were not allowed to enter the castle! On the tour itself, there were security guards in every room, who monitored and disciplined us at every step, so we couldn't enjoy the tour. You weren't even allowed to go back one room. Overall everyone was so rude and condescending. NEVER AGAIN! DO NOT RECOMMEND!
Written March 29, 2023
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Halcatra
Edinburgh, UK483 contributions
Feb 2020
It is a beautiful place. As Warsaw was almost totally destructed during II World War, it needed to be built from the foundations. But great job was done and it looks really great nowadays. Inside you will find a lot of art masterpieces, definitely worth seeing. It is a must for any visitors in Warsaw. I cannot give five stars though, because of the staff attitude. Smile costs nothing - lesson which most of them should be tought. Visitors are not asking the questions because they are horrible people, they ask them, because they want to learn something...
Written February 4, 2020
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Dear Halcatra, Thank you so much for your review. And we do agree that smile cost nothing. And we are sorry that you had this experience. We will be working on this, and thank you again for the feedback. Constructive criticism is crucial to improvement. All the best from Warsaw and hopefully see you again.
Written October 22, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

AngelaMarie
Windsor, CT12 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The interior of the Castle was very nice, we did the audio guide and one of them kept malfunctioning. However, what should have been a perfectly pleasant tour was ruined by the overbearing security personal who more closely resembled surly prison guides. What promised to be a regal and uplifting experience turned into an oppressive boarding on sinister one. Lots of beautiful treasures, too bad, because we couldn’t wait to get out of there. At one, point, we were sitting quietly in a downstairs rest area with benches when two of the “prison guides” stood staring daggers at us. What a shameful disgrace to have such a National Treasure so poorly served by its employees. Not even the Swiss Guard at the Vatican could compare to these characters.
Written August 9, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Vlad C
Bucharest, Romania65 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This is right in the hear of old town and deserves a visit. People talk about Versailles castle but I liked this one better. It has some unique stuff and it is very tasteful and not over the top. A great way to fill in a couple of hours.
Written January 29, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Hentonn
Warsaw, Poland1,729 contributions
Jan 2020
The castel was official residence of the Polish kings. Sometimes was robbed by the invadors. During the partitions of Poland in 19th century majority of the collections were taken to Russia. Some things returned to Poland after the WW1. The castle was in flames in September 1939. Polish people were trying to salvage the most precious art collections. During the occupation many things were dismantled and taken away to Germany. In October 1939 Hitler issued the order to blow up the castle. It was blasted by German sappers in September 1944 during the Warsaw Uprising. Reconstructed very precisely, some original things returned to its interiors. Nice apartments, beautiful sculpurtes, Canaletto, Lanckoronski collections with two Rembrand's paintings. Constitution of 3 May 1791, the first one in Europe. Audioguide recomended. The castle as a part of Old Town is on the UNESCO list as 'an outstanding example of a near-total reconstruction of a span of history covering the 13th to the 20th century'.
Written January 11, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Drum_Davey
Glasgow, UK242 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
This is one of my favourite castles that I’ve visited in quite a while. Once you get used to the one way system and get through the beginning with the large cloakroom then the tour with the audio guide becomes very enjoyable.

Each room has lots of interesting history with incredible pictures and portraits on the wall. You could easily spend a couple hours exploring
Written January 2, 2023
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Dear Drum_Davey, what a joy to read such a review! Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts! So looking forward to seeing you soon! All the best, have a wonderful 2023 year!
Written January 5, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Andrei F.
Poznan, Poland6 contributions
Jul 2021
Very interesting tour, beautiful rooms and art - especially Canaletto paintings of Warsaw. It's a pleasure to see the castle in such a state, given its history. The ticket prices are a bit high though.
A Rembrandt exhibition is also worthwile.
Written August 3, 2021
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Thank you so much for your visit! Hopefully to see you again. All the best!
Written May 23, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Raintree_Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand3,512 contributions
Oct 2022
The Royal Castle overlooks Castle Square. The large castle is a fairly non-descript building from the outside. It was completely destroyed in World War II and rebuilt in the 1970s and 1980s. Now a museum.
Written January 3, 2023
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Hamiczech
Ostrava, Czech Republic553 contributions
Dec 2022
The official residence of Polish monarchs. Rebuilt many times. Be sure to go inside, it is richly decorated. The ticket can be paid by card. You look around yourself with the audio guide on your ears. Available cloakroom, cafe, souvenir shop. If you are wondering what to see in Warsaw this weekend, read the article in Czech or English on: hamiczech.tips. For travel inspiration, follow me on Insta and Faceb.: I am hamiczech.
Written January 14, 2023
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GlynisJF
Kempston, UK15 contributions
Nov 2019
Ornately decorated with interesting architecture. There is a cloakroom for your coats to make the visit more comfortable. Lots of rooms to explore, it takes a while. There is also a gift shop with a large range of gifts and souvinirs.
Written February 9, 2020
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