History Museums in Warsaw
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- Clive WOrpington1,928 contributionsBy coincidence, we went on a Monday when entry was free. We spent 2-3 hours looking around the museum which was very interesting and informative. It tells of the history of the Rising and the struggle for freedom. The stories of bravery and deprivation were stunning. The devastation left afterwards was conveyed very well by film taken by an aircraft. It is marvellous how the buildings have been restored.
A visit that should be on everybody's agenda when visiting Warsaw.Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LeonhknyHong Kong, China21,286 contributionsThis is the most ornate and popular palace in Poland. Wilanów Palace, a short bus ride away from downtown Warsaw, is an unspoiled gem with plenty to offer. The seamlessly revamped building is a perfect illustration of the country's imperial history. This is also the best starting point to explore the country.Written August 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Clive WOrpington1,928 contributionsWe were fortunate to go on a Wednesday when entrance is free. That said, there was a long queue to get in at 1000. Once in, it was well worth the wait. The rooms were spectacular. However, many of the contents are how they were imagined to be because so much was destroyed.Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SummerasalifestyleMalibu, CA3,550 contributionsWarsaw national museum
I so didn’t like the war tools-toys of planes, guns, tanks, cannons, helicopters, etc. outside. Glad I saw that horrible stuff first before I went inside to a very good museum. Please note, Modern and Contemporary art is not to be found here
Busy with locals and touristsWritten September 24, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Satunnainen matkaaja4 contributionsVery unique museum for rescued old neons explaining their history and also their role in Polish history. Museum is not very big but covers the subject very well. Not safe for lively small kids. The neons are not to be touched! They are fragile and some had dire warnings one to get electrocuted if touched. For adults and teens this is great! The location is a bit shady. But that increased the experience.Written July 24, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- brixton456Indianapolis, IN314 contributionsWhile visiting the Ministry of National Education site, or the previous Gestapo Head Quarters, we stumbled onto this Mausoleum. We are so glad that we did. The exhibit was very well done, preserving a horrific point in history where Polish patriots and prisoners were jailed. At the end of the hall is a halogram/video of a prisoner in various states of distress. Not for the faint of heart. Strongly recommend visiting this site. We were there on a day that admission was free.Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ShirazSunNew York City, NY39 contributionsThis is a fine small museum that tells the story of the Soviet slaughter of Poles during the Soviet occupation in WWII. But it is more than a museum. Both the museum and it's grounds comprise a beautiful and moving memorial to the victims of that slaughter perpetrated by Stalin, who made a devil's bargain with Hitler to divide and subjugate Poland during the second world War. A must for any visitor to Warsaw with an interest in history. Tickets are free. Almost all signage in Polish only. English speakers get the audio guide or use your phone and ear buds.Written June 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TravelswithMrHThe Hague, The Netherlands427 contributionsOn entrance from the old town square I wasn’t expecting the museum to be just as big as it is. It’s over 5 floors and covers all history of Warsaw including many artefacts, art and maps. It is very detailed and to be honest Mr H and I had put aside 2 hours thinking it would be plenty of time but realised to give it justice you’d probably need at least 3. It is very detailed and complex so more for adults or older teenagers. My only criticism would be we found it very warm!Written March 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert DBrooklyn, New York4,257 contributionsThe Jewish Historical Institute is free on Mondays. It is in the former Main Library of the Great Synagogue. The Great Synagogue was destroyed by the occupiers and was replaced by a high-rise skyscraper in 1975-90.
A group of Jews in the Ghetto knew they were going to be killed so they wanted to preserve a record of life (and death) in the Ghetto. They buried documents in boxes and in milk containers. You can read several of the documents and their English translation. I was moved by the last testament of Gela Seksztain. It was very sad.
Thanks to the efforts of the record keepers, we now have a clearer picture of what actually went on in the Warsaw Ghetto.Written August 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jaroslav B8 contributionsVery nice place, to see a collection of old machines and also newer. You must see it on your eyes. Count with two hours as minimum to spent there.Written September 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- la_simpsonHigh Wycombe, UK50 contributionsA must do to get a greater understanding of this fascinating neighbourhood. Great value as if you visit the museum of Warsaw in the old town entrance to this museum is included if visited within 7 days (20 zlty). The staff were very passionate, welcoming and friendly which only added to the experience and were keen for me to see everything. Don't miss the panoramic view of Praga at the end. To learn more about the residents and the area during WWII and communism was very interesting.Written September 19, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- janetmcplanitCedar City, Utah, United States143 contributionsWe learned a lot from going to this museum. The Polish Church was persecuted not only during WWII, but after the war as well. The communist authorities wanted to neutralize the Catholic Church. When Cardinal Karol Wojtyla became Pope Paul II, the Poles were emboldened to fight for their faith. This is the story of Fr. Popieluszko. He helped the families arrested under martial law and spoke on their behalf. On Oct. 19, 1984, he was murdered while en route from attending a prayer meeting in Bydgoszczto to his home. His funeral on Nov. 3, 1984 was attended by a very large crowdWritten July 18, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert DBrooklyn, New York4,257 contributionsI toured the Zabinski Villa, which is inside the Warsaw Zoo. The 2017 film "The Zookeeper's Wife" tells the story of Jan and Antonia Zablinski. Jan was the Director of the Warsaw Zoo and lived in this villa that was built in 1931. He and his wife hid Jews in their cellars. I saw the tunnel they used to leave the villa when they had to escape the Nazis and return to the cellars when Antonia played the piano as an all clear signal.Written August 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mathias S332 contributionsThe building of the museum is the old arsenal, built on order of king Władysław IV Waza in 17th century. It was a place of one of the actions starting the November Uprising in 1830, as well as the place of a partisant action during ww2. Apart from it, the building is rather dull.Written April 15, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
