Zamek Królewski w Warszawie - Muzeum
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Zamek Królewski w Warszawie - Muzeum
Zamek Królewski w Warszawie - Muzeum
4.5
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
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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4.5
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Witoldzio
Manhattan, KS591 contributions
The castle is amazing, a major achievement of the nation after the destruction of Warsaw by Germans in 1945. However, the way it is currently operated is that hundreds of people are gathering outside the entrance, without any guidance how to get in, just getting communally upset at each other.
I think in one of the country's main attractions, Poland can do better than that. There should be a separate entrance for school groups, separate for individual tourists, there even could be a sign in English somewhere.
I think in one of the country's main attractions, Poland can do better than that. There should be a separate entrance for school groups, separate for individual tourists, there even could be a sign in English somewhere.
Written May 25, 2022
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G2Kpauly
Melbourne, Australia1,565 contributions
Solo
I did the royal route today with the headphones. It was all pretty cool and somewhat interesting but alot of information to take it. Well I enjoyed 1.5 hours in there for 40 zloty.
Written May 22, 2022
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Thank you for your review and visit. So, the conclusion is that you have to revisit us.😉
All the best, and we hope to see you soon.
Written May 23, 2022
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Sellest
Bushey, UK4,958 contributions
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.
Written December 4, 2021
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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
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MrMrsHappyR
Liverpool, UK946 contributions
Couples
Beautiful building if viewed from Castle Square, but it's even more impressive when viewed from the River. The gardens at the front are also beautiful and can be walked around for free. Spectacular building.
Written October 19, 2021
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Dear MrMrsHappyR,
🌹Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the review and your visit.
Hopefully, see you soon!
All the best!
Written May 23, 2022
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Andrei F.
Poznan, Poland6 contributions
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.
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
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Elena Ciocan
Timisoara, Romania1,725 contributions
The old palace was nearly completely destroyed, but they managed to rebuild it, using every small piece of stone or decoration they could save.
Written November 20, 2020
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Thank you for your review, and hopefully, see you soon!
Written February 9, 2021
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Cheryl L
Cheshire, UK346 contributions
Couples
Really enjoyed our visit here, lots to see and explore. The castle is in a fabulous location and has lovely gardens to sit and relax in. Highly recommend this place
Written August 7, 2020
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Thank you so much for your comment. Hopefully, see you next time! All the best.
Written October 16, 2020
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John B
Toronto, Canada2,969 contributions
One of the first exhibits you see upon starting the self-guided tour of the Royal Castle is a multi-media presentation showing the complete destruction of the building which took place in October 1944. The current building rose from a pile of rubble and parts that were able to be salvaged have been incorporated into the structure including some of the finishes in the grand staterooms. The restoration work is remarkable with many of the rooms feeling like they truly date back several hundred years. Be sure to take the escalators down to the vaulted Kubicki Arcades and walk back up through the original stone passageway which is to the left of the escalators as you look at them from the arcade. Also be sure to view the incredible art collection including two stunning Rembrandts.
Written March 22, 2020
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Thank you so much for your comment. Hopefully see you again.
Best from Zamek!
Written October 17, 2020
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Traveler O
Washington DC, DC664 contributions
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.
Written February 25, 2020
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Greek Tours Poland
Warsaw, Poland86 contributions
Family
The castle is awesome and also the history of destruction and rebuild from the ashes. There are amazing pieces of art In the castle. It is also free to visit the whole November. It worth to get an audio guide in English. For the Greek people we offer a greek-speaking live guide.
I was with my kid which it was 7 years old. It was boring for his age and at some point he wanted to leave.
I was with my kid which it was 7 years old. It was boring for his age and at some point he wanted to leave.
Written February 23, 2020
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Krystyna W
Ottawa, Canada
czy osoby niepelnosprawne maja mozliwosc kozystania z wozkow ? i czy bilety wstepu obowiazuja 80 -latkoa
Witam serdecznie i pragne zapytac czy organizuja Państwo zwiedzanie zamku przez przedszkolne grupy dzieci? (5 latki) Byłabym zainteresowana godzinnym zwiedzaniem zamku 15 maja b.r. od godziny 10:00 do 11:00.
Deborah A
Pittsburgh, PA3 contributions
Am I able to buy tickets on line prior to my arrival in Warsaw?
Semaan D. Makary
Lebanon473 contributions
Yes, that's what i did and just like every other museum/castle in Warsaw, there were only few people in line.
giovanniordanini
Milano3 contributions
L' orario di chiusura alle 16 si intende solo per le ammissioni all'entrata oppure si viene invitati ad uscire tutti alle 16, indipendentemente dal orario di entrata. vorremmo visitare il castello nel pomeriggio per poi fermarci a cena nel ristorante/caffè annesso. È aperto per cena? Grazie per le risposte.
fed62
L'Aquila, Italy51 contributions
Uscita tassativa alle 16. guardarsi bene attorno per il ristorante con migliore rapporto costo/qualità.
kerricummings1990
1 contribution
Is there English writing in the castle or do we have to get a guide
B1714D
Belgrade, Serbia14,133 contributions
With your ticket you get an illustrated leaflet with map and short description of the most interesting rooms. Also, as you tour the rooms THERE ARE explanations on stands both on Polish and English. It's enough if you're not interested to tiny details.
You can buy an audio guide at start, but I personally didn't find it necessary, and it's more time consuming.
866_189400
Athens, Greece4 contributions
is the royal castle of warsaw open this year 26/12/2016?
ΘΑΛΕΙΑ Μ
Patras, Greece267 contributions
Yes, its open on 2/12/2106
Pinella25
Siracusa99 contributions
Quanto è il biglietto d'ingresso per il castello?
Gargio76
Brussels, Belgium3,977 contributions
Le indicazioni che ti hanno dato sono corrette. Io ti consiglio l'audio guida con un irrisorio sovrapprezzo per comprendere appieno ciò che vedrai nelle belle sale del Castello!
Aimie
Brussels, Belgium2 contributions
Hi, how much time should I allow to visit the Castle?
MindeeBrown
Denver, CO36 contributions
I would say three to four because I also visited the Gallery there (separate entrance fee- well worth it) You are better to allow more time and if you leave early there are dozens of great restaurants around the castle to enjoy a snack at.
Cynthia C
60 contributions
Para entrar el Domingo en el palacio Real tuviste que sacar la entrada por Internet o lo hiciste directamente en el Palacio. ¿Había mucha gente por ser gratis? Garcias
Alejandro A.
Palma de Mallorca, Spain94 contributions
En domingo no estoy seguro, pero se puede entrar como han dicho otras personas y por taquilla. En caso de que no puedas acceder al interior, puedes deambular por el exterior o patio que hay, y normalmente no hay mucha cola para entrar. Eso si, yo fui en invierno y no era domingo, o al menos eso quiero recordar.
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