The museum complex, which tells about the history of the legendary Solidarity movement. This association formed as a union in the 1980s. Just a few days later, its members began to confront the communist government of Poland. In a short time, about 80% of working citizens joined Solidarity. In fact, the European Center of Solidarity is one of the “anti-Soviet” museums that exist in every former ATS member country.
Address:
pI. Solidarności 1, Gdańsk
Phone:
+48 58 772 41 12
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06.11.23
Vito
One of the best museums of my life, an dI have been in hundreds of museums.
Absolutely great architecture, contents, organization.
I will not say what you will
See, you have to come on your own.
For sure after the visit you will understand much more .. Read more »about polish modern history and the impact of Lech Wałesa into our society.
04.11.23
Sridhar
This Museum is good
Some interesting items to capture during world war 2 and polish involvement in it.
The port machines view from the top floor was good.
26.09.23
Norb
The European Solidarity Centre in Gdańsk is a beacon of historical remembrance and contemporary enlightenment. Its extensive exhibitions transport you back in time, providing a profound insight into the Solidarity Movement. The architecture is a symb.. Read more »ol of industrial heritage, while the green rooftop symbolizes hope. Each corner tells a story of resilience, making it a riveting, educational journey. The staff's dedication enriches the experience, making it a must-visit epitome of Poland's enduring spirit.
11.09.23
Altay
Awesome place everyone must be visiting on their trip to Gdansk. Personally, I'm not a fan of audio guides but for this exhibition I highly recommend it since it is planned perfectly and the guide is interactive with the rooms. Long tour takes a.. Read more »bout 2.5-3 hours where the short one lasts 1 hour less. Nothing more, anybody who is concerned for these solidarity values would be in love with the place after the visit. Go and check here out immediately, you won't be disappointed!
18.08.23
Anna
A must-see museum dedicated to modern Polish history & "Solidarity", the Polish civil resistance movement against Communist regime. The building itself is very modern, accessible and easy to navigate and the permanent exhibition has hug.. Read more »e amount of exhibits. There are also many interactive parts of the exhibition. Great place to learn more about the modern history about Poland (and Europe) and about the struggle for freedom in Communist Eastern Europe. You can buy tickets online to skip the queue and the audioguide (comes with individual ticket) is very informative.
01.08.23
Réka
A must see when in Gdansk, such an important piece of history and a great reminder of modern times!
The headphones are a bit annoying (huge &flimsy), but the audio guide was brilliant and the exhibits are very creatively placed. Lots of different.. Read more » objects (pieces of clothing, lockers, posters, cars, photos, videos, cartoons). The museum’s interior and exterior is impressive as well and bears symbolism. We decided to take the shorter audio guide (1,5 hour) and we felt it was plenty for us; it helped us skip a few exhibits, but the storyline was still solid. You can take a longer one that probably would tell you a lot more about all the exhibits.
Absolutely recommend!
31.07.23
Sergio
Absolutely fantastic museum, a must-see in Gdansk. It explains the struggle during the communist era and the transition to democracy, with the focus in the Solidarity movement. It has great features, like the 70s style apartment, the Police riot truc.. Read more »k or the interrogation room. The architecture, inside and outside the building is also very nice. One of the best and most interesting museums I have ever visited.
06.07.23
Kevin
Great museum makes you really think about the strength and bravery of the Polish people to achieve freedom from Russian domination. We should all thank them for their service and fortitude.
Everyone should visit
31.05.23
Andrew
An extremely underrated museum: as someone who grew up with the Commonwealth high school history curriculum, we learned about the Solidarity Movement as a footnote without much explanation.
However this interactive museum told its visitors the origi.. Read more »ns, development and aftermath of the movement and how life under the communist regime was like. Everything was presented in English. Don't forget to visit the less visited hall nearby where the Solidarity Movement was made.
25.05.23
Anastasiya
Absolutely recommended for visiting when being in Gdańsk. It takes 2-2.5 hours to see, read and listen to the audio guide and get inspiration by the exhibition. I loved that place for its price as well. I paid 10 zł and was completely satisfied after.. Read more ». I’m really glad to know that there are places like this one! I was very interested in learning more about the formation of democratic Poland
14.04.23
Pål
This was a very interesting museum about the more recent Polish history. Everything was presented in English, and several of the exhibitions were also interactive. You can easily spend 1-2 hours here.
30.03.23
Fabrizio
Amazing museum.
Location is really nice, close to the docks. The museum is magnificent and 'green' with a lot of plants. Recently built, it includes the museum itself, an incredible library and a café. The permanent exhibition is ver.. Read more »y interesting and well worth the low ticket price. The audio guide is incredibly interesting (and also automatically detects objects and areas). Worth visiting!
09.12.22
Paulina
If you only have time to visit one museum in Gdańsk, CHOOSE THIS ONE! We absolutely LOVED this museum, it truly blew us away. The audio tour was outstanding, so easy to follow, so informative and well laid out. My husband knew very little about the s.. Read more »olidarity movement and walked out so amazed. The interactivity of the museum is excellent and again, so easy to follow. You are completely immersed in the time period and transported to each moment through both audio and visual prompts. More museums should use this as a model. Highly, highly recommend.
21.11.22
Scott
I really enjoyed this museum. Tickets very cheap and definitely the best audioguide experience I have had in a museum anywhere, it just worked so well.
A really interesting insight into trade unionism and workers rights in Poland, powerful and inspi.. Read more »ring
10.11.22
Mark
Excellent museum, I recommend the audio tour where most of the information is best captured and summarized. In the end I felt closer to my fellow European brothers, the Poles.
It is a multimedia deep dive into post World War II Poland and the Solida.. Read more »rity movement, with hints towards the rest of the Eastern Bloc countries and the rest of the world.
Starting in the shipyard of Gdansk, right where the museum is placed, an overview of the first strike of Solidarity is captivating and detailed.
All aspects of Polish society and their yearning for freedom are highlighted, during periods of strikes, a military junta and brotherhood found through faith via "their" Pope, John Paul II.
The significance of figures, like Lech Walesa in particular, who struggle for a brighter future, we can only support and have hope for a united Europe and world. Creating a path towards freedom and solidarity for all.
23.09.22
Natina
It was a wonderful & beautiful museum. Many videos were broadcasted (via use of headset) throughout the museum documenting the Solidarity Movement. It was deep and thought-provoking, as you make your way through the museum. Prior to visiting Pola.. Read more »nd, I didn't know about this movement. After I researched, I bought a book & I knew I had to visit this museum. At times, I felt like I was transported back in time whilst touring. There is also genuine memorabilia & artifacts on display throughout building.
29.08.22
Martino
I got into the museum almost by accident and I found myself loving it.
The audio guide did a good job in telling the story of Gdansk and Poland's liberation from communism. The tour lasted about 3 hours but the time flew by.
05.08.22
Emily
One of the most well organised and displayed exhibitions I've been to. Make sure you bring time with you because the fantastically automated audio guide will take you through Poland's post-WWII history in an enthralling tour. The visuals an.. Read more »d interactive experience to go with it are memorable indeed. Wonderful building with much to do and even more to learn, highly recommend!
10.07.22
Helen
The museum is amazing! Must see for everyone, especially those coming from post-soviet countries. I wish we had such museums in Ukraine, where kids can learn tragic history of their country in an appropriate, interactive, artustic way and not get bor.. Read more »ed, but be touched
01.07.22
TheElz
Awesome place, buy with the audio tour, it triggers when you are in certain points and guides you through. Lots to see. Anyone with an interest in freedom, human rights, free speech should see it (and all jaded politicians to remember what ha.. Read more »ppens when you don't listen to the people)
20.06.22
Jeff
Very interesting. The history of the Solidarity movement is laid out in detail as you walk through the exhibits. An audio guide is included with admission. You can choose the "quick tour" which takes 90 minutes or the detailed tour which .. Read more »takes 2.5 hours. Also take time to visit the rooftop garden which offers excellent views of the docks and the city.
22.04.22
Andrii
The first anti-communist I have been. I am not sure if much of them exists, but there definitely should be more. One of my favorite museums so far. Must visit if you are in Gdansk.
05.04.22
Maksim
This is a great museum. It was large and had signs in English and Polish. The staff were very friendly! The museum in itself was great. A large number of displays that provided a deep view in the Polish communism and the uprise and rebel of the polis.. Read more »h people. This is perfect after going to the WWII museum to provide a more modern understanding of Poland’s history. The interactive displays are great. They also did an excellent job of combining displays with recreates of rooms and places etc. They emerge you into the environment creating an excellent experience. The exhibits provide a great in-depth view to life in the war! This is a must stop if you are in Gdańsk!!!
04.04.22
Thomas
I really liked this museum. Learned a lot about Polish history and the Solidarity Union. The audio guide was great. Spent much more time here than expected. One tip: the audio guide also has an interesting part if you take it with you on the roof ter.. Read more »race.
24.01.22
Shannon
Really interactive and fun museum. Beautifully made and designed apart from just the exhibitions. Didn't know much about Poland vs the soviet union but am very glad I went. Would recommend!! Excellent English audio. I dont like audio guides typi.. Read more »cally but make sure you get it for the museum, you won't regret it. Was also a good bonus to visit the observation deck after the exhibitions and to see the shipyard from above.
09.01.22
Thanasis
Great museum! In two hours you can learn a lot about the Solidarity movement in Poland and how create the domino to make communism fall down. Really worth a visit there
08.01.22
Joe
Wonderful museum. Should be seen by all visitors to the city. Covers the founding of the Solidarity movement and early resistance movements including those in other Eastern European countries. Some great photos and descriptions of important events. S.. Read more »everal multimedia displays are quite well done. Explanations in English are included. The audio guide is highly informative as well. We spent a couple of hours and can’t wait to come back for a return visit.
27.11.21
Andrii
Liked this place very much.
Was impressed how polish people preserve and are proud of the period from 1970'.
And also it is well acquired from technical point of view.
Hope in Ukraine we will build smth similar.
23.10.21
Joe
Wonderful museum. Should be seen by all visitors to the city. Covers the founding of the Solidarity movement and early resistance movements including those in other Eastern European countries. Some great photos and descriptions of important events. S.. Read more »everal multimedia displays are quite well done. Explanations in English are included. The audio guide is highly informative as well. We spent a couple of hours and can’t wait to come back for a return visit.
07.10.21
Barbara
Absolutely brilliant museum. Engaging from the first moment through to the end. Definitely get the audioguide, it's very well done and gives context to the whole exhibit. One of the top museums I've ever been to.
18.08.21
Daniel
It is a pretty good museum but not the best in the city. I liked atmosphere and style of it. It is also well-organised and has free parking for a few hours with the ticket.
16.08.21
Bozena
A must visit!
If you want to learn how the ordinary folks toppled the surrealistic world of communism just visit that awesome place. You will understand how powerful the human spirit can be.
22.07.21
David
If you are in Gdansk you should visit this museum. This is the shipyard where the biggest strike and struggle for more freedom in modern Poland started! Solidarnośź had its begging here and the museum takes you back in time to learn about the histori.. Read more »c events connected to it.
A little irritating is the really positive picture of the pope and the catholic church. Also the counterpart to soviet rule - the western capitalist system is portraited in a very narrowed and only positive way.
06.07.21
soph
One of the best museums I've ever visited, all displays are beautiful and the free audioguide is done with incredible taste, a must-see if you're ever in Gdansk
It is a longer stop though, for a full experienced I'd recommend 3 hours
03.07.21
Paulina
Lovely piece of history, but I wouldn't recommend to take your infants there. I wish it could be more interactive.
23.02.21
Dominykas
Great museum. Important place not only for Poland, but for a whole region.
18.02.21
P
Amazing place. I learned so much about Poland during the era of my parents youth. Probably my all time favorite museum. I would recommend it to anyone visiting Gdańsk.
23.10.20
rudy
Really interesting museum, it helped me to know more about life in the eastern block before it all felt apart.
Very nice displays and the audio guide is incredibly practical
13.09.20
Jacob
One of the best museums I have ever been to. One of my favorites! I spent 3 hours in here by myself with the audio guide. Wonderful exhibits and really shows the struggles of communism and the recent history that Poland is still recovering from.
03.09.20
Tomáš
Permanent exhibition is really good. Interactive, with lot of artifacts, English descriptions everywhere. Dont miss outlook deck on 6th floor!
03.09.20
Manon
I had a very informative tour, the building has many different levels and a very open entrance with inner garden. We spend several hours walking around the very interactive spaces.
24.08.20
Dominika
Absolutely a MUST on a "to see" list when visiting Gdańsk!
24.08.20
Mcgrygor8
Well worth visit, get u back in time , brings back memories and new stories and made u think :-)
21.08.20
Artur
Finally a great place with tons of history. Everything about Solidarity and its underground fight against the system. The way everything is displayed is unbelievable. The building itself is in a modern form, pleasant to move around. You can also get .. Read more »up on rooftop to enjoy the view. There is a restaurant on the ground floor. Highly recommended for everyone!!!!!
14.08.20
Geeh
Cool story, could do without the fallacies and bias in some expositions though
14.08.20
Jakub
Must visit place in Gdańsk! Wonderful piece of history, free audio guide, one of the best museum which I've ever seen in my life. 4 hours free parking underground.
31.07.20
Vítězslav
Awesome experience! Incredible amount of information about the communist history of Europe and its end.
17.07.20
Robert
More people should be visiting this special place, stop, contemplate and appreciate the freedom
4.9 / 48
