National Museum in Krakow

The museum had a few different exhibitions ongoing at the time of my visit. I decided to view the permanent Polish exhibitions, which included the Gallery of Decorative Art and Gallery of 20th Century Polish Art. There are countless wonderful exhibits and paintings to see, and I spent around 3 hours there. There is an audio guide available, which is only 7 PLN. We'll worth a visit.

In a rather austere looking building close to the Old Town of Krakow, there sits the National Museum. It's an odd mix with part of the museum being dedicated to decorative arts ( tables, chairs, crockery and the like) while the other part of the museum is an exhibition of the development of contemporary art in Poland. There are some interesting pieces - and others which will be of puzzlement. Either way, it's worth seeing.

Permanent exhibitions very good.
Art also good, period between 1920 -38 seems to be a very productive period among Polish artists.
Saturday classic music in main hall, perfect surroundings and atmosphere.

The National Museum is definitely worth a visit. It's quite large, so if you're really interested, make sure to allocate enough time for the visit (1-2 hours). Although I'm not a huge fan of modern art, I enjoyed this exhibition the most. I liked the selected works and, in general, their composition. The staff was friendly. Thanks for the pleasant experience!

My husband and I were very lucky to visit the national museum in Krakow. The collection is worthy of comment. The paintings, the sculptures and the displays are thought provoking and triggers a lot of emotions and reflection.

very interesting collection and temporary exibitions. a pair of years ago, very appreciated tribute to Wajda.

The National Polish Museum is located in ugly soviet style building that makes you think about dark years of polish history. But I really liked the collection. Frankly speaking I knew nothing about Polish modern and contemporary art before. I think that this museum has a really nice collection of Polish impressionism and expressionism. It is really worth visiting

Good museum, lots of floors so much to see, I specially liked the audio rooms.

A wonderful museum in Krakow that contains both modern and historical artwork from Polish artists. Check the museum's website to find free admission day. There is a underground parking that is paid by the hour. Conserving energy can be seen in the garage. The light have sensors to turn on or off when it detects movements. After all the walking, there is a nice cafe for yummy pastries or savory treats.

Amazing museum! Worth to buy 6-months ticket to come back often. Convenient underground parking for 6zl/h. Souvenir shop with great selection of cool items and posters. Arrive at least 1,5h before closing to avoid queues. Definitely worth visiting!

There was a short line that we had to stand in before we bought our tickets. The normal ticket only allows you into two exhibits on the top floor and 2nd floor, but the tickets are only about $7-$10 USD and are well worth it. The exhibits are separated into multiple sections; one for paintings, one for sculpture, and others for ceramics, furniture, clothing, religious artifacts, glassware, musical instruments, etc. You are allowed to take photos, but no flash photography. Big coat/jackets and any bags are required to be checked into a locker in the coat room downstairs. Free lockers are available to lock your things away.

Also, if you're coming here to see the Da Vinci painting 'Lady with an Ermine' like I did, double-check that it's even here in the first place. It apparently wasn't here when I came and is located at the Princes Czartoryski Museum a few blocks away. I think it travels back and forth occasionally between this Museum, the Czartoryski Museum, and I think a third museum, too.

I can here on the free day, Tuesday, I arrived around 16:30 (it closes at 18:00) and it was very quite. There were two exhibitions which were free, on the first floor on decorate art and 2nd floor on polish artists, both were excellent and would highly recommend, was there for over an hour, worth popping in if you have the time.

A museum that enriches knowledge of Polish paintings, sculpture and art. I particularly liked the early c20 art with contemporary photos and descriptions/explanations. A long wait at the cafe so reluctantly did not eat there but the food looked great

This place is huge, I couldn't really do justice to it in an hour. I was amazed how quiet it was today, more staff there than visitors. I only saw a couple of others in the whole time I was there. Perhaps this is because it is a little way out from the Old Town.
On the second floor you have a great collection of Polish contemporary art, I loved the impressionist collection. On the First floor you have a fine array of decorative arts including Antique Furniture, Renaissance Pottery and Gold/Silver work.

The National Museum in Krakow is truly a gem worth exploring, as it holds a remarkable collection of art and history. From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the diverse range of exhibits that span different periods and artistic styles. The museum not only allows you to immerse yourself in Poland's cultural legacy, but it also sparks a sense of wonder and appreciation for the creativity and talent of generations past. Whether you're drawn to the awe-inspiring paintings, the intricate sculptures, or the fascinating archaeological treasures, each piece on display is thoughtfully curated, transporting you to another time and place. For art enthusiasts and history buffs alike, the National Museum in Krakow is an absolute must-visit destination that will leave you inspired and enriched by the depth and beauty of Poland's cultural heritage.

The museum houses an amazing collection of pictures of Polish painters, many of them are just stunning. In each room there's information about artists and various art styles in which they worked. If we had more time we would definitely spend in the museum a whole day :)
Regular ticket is 35 zl, ticket for pupils costs 1 zl only :)

What an extraordinary museum. Took me 3 hours just to view the permanent exhibition and I must say I was beyond surprised. Especially by the contemporary displays.

Went there only to see the Lady with an Ermine, by Leonardo da Vinci, that was recently acquired by polish government. As a bonus the ticket included 3 more exhibits that are there. I was pleasantly surprised to see what this museum had to offer, old weapons from various ages, handmade dishes, jewelry and so many different stuff I am not even sure how to call, but really awesome. Strongly advised for casual visits, there is a souvenir shop and a small cafe inside.

Great museum and quick entrance. The ticket is very cheap around 20 zloty (5€) and the new #heritage exhibition is really worth a visit.
Make sure to check if there are any short-term exhibitions available upon your visit because they are usually very well-presented and worth your time.

So many Polish artists that should be seen. Why don’t we see them around the world more. Just as good as all the others of their time. Well planned movement around the galleries. Loved this place.