The Herbst Palace Museum is a stunning and opulent place that is a must-see when visiting Łódź. Built in 1876 for the daughter of a prominent entrepreneur, the villa showcases the wealth and influence of the Herbst family. Though it may be called a "house," it is more accurately described as a palace due to its grandeur. The museum features restored interiors that were destroyed during Poland's turbulent times, filled with period pieces and beautiful tiled stoves. The ballroom and mirror room are particularly impressive. In the summer, visitors can also explore the rose gardens and the art gallery, which houses paintings by renowned artists. The museum offers a ticket that allows access to three museums for three days, making it a great value. The park surrounding the palace is also worth a visit, even in winter. Overall, the Herbst Palace Museum is a lovely and peaceful place that offers a glimpse into the history of Łódź and provides a unique and memorable experience. However, it's worth noting that some visitors have reported unpleasant experiences with the staff, particularly with regards to children.
Address:
Przędzalniana 72, Łódź
Phone:
+48 42 674 96 98
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20.08.23
Andrzej
Super place inside en outside. Must seen.
25.07.23
David
I know nothing about the Herbst family and their history. Nothing at all. But I can tell you this after visiting this place - they were most DEFINITELY extremely wealthy and probably highly influential individuals in the life of Łódź as a city.. Read more ». The richness of detail and opulence on display in that house are something you HAVE TO see! Well, I say "house" but it is definitely a PALACE in the city!
Also worth your attention are the small garden (interesting that wasn't bigger) and the small art gallery also in the grounds.
20.07.23
R
A small mansion ...dont expect to be like a grand palace....
04.07.23
Justyna
The Herbst Palace is one of the pearls of Łódź. The villa was built in 1876 for the daughter of the largest entrepreneur in Łódź, Karol Scheibler - Matylda and her husband Edward Herbst, who after the death of his father-in-law became .. Read more »the director of the Scheibler textile plant🏭
👉 Currently you can watch the restored interiors of the palace, which was destroyed in the times of Poland. Unfortunately, there is no Herbst family furniture here, but there are period pieces. Beautiful tiled stoves are impressive, just like the ballroom or mirror room 💛 In the summer, it's worth visiting the rose gardens and the art gallery, where the paintings of Gierymski, Matejko, Tetmajer reign. Therefore, I recommend not to give up the ticket to the gallery. Sightseeing time about 2.5 hours
22.06.23
xiaoya
The museum that definitely worth to visit! Not to say how beautiful and impressive of inside and the outside garden 🌿 only 1zl for student to visit 3 museums (on one ticket) for 3 days ✨ Check the video I uploaded for the most incredible part for me,.. Read more » it will just bring you to a different world!
12.01.23
Dorian
Probably my favorite museum in Łódź. The park is pretty nice (even in winter).
Time spent on site 1h. Interesting to learn about the history of Łódź (production, factories, etc…).
06.10.22
Salary
Visiting the palace just opposite the uscheiblera was the highlight of our visit. Superbly maintained, the display of some magnificent artifacts is just unique.
22.08.22
Rostyslav
Very lovely and peaceful place.
Great interior with different techniques and styles. You can literally touch the history.
Another thing I’d like to mention it’s a beautiful garden by this palace, you can drink coffee, tea or Aperol Spritz.. Read more ». ?
09.08.22
Yana
Great interiors and tasty cakes in the cafe.
04.08.22
G
Absolutely awful experience, avoid at all costs if you are visiting with family. I warn any visitor not to enter this place if you wish not to have your day spoiled by unpleasant rude staff who screams on children who happen to run or curiously explo.. Read more »re the place, or God forbid touch anything including protective glass or ropes (which are not exhibits themselves). Extremely family-unfriendly (awful attitude to children is complemented by lack of adjustment for prams or people on wheelchairs: I don’t mean just interior of the museum but also the entrance which the staff refused to open for us, although they could, so we had to enter through uncomfortable flight of stairs). Constant hovering over people and barking complements the whole unpleasantness. I was even forbidden from drinking water from my own bottle! The manager was the most unpleasant person (yelled at my little boy for touching the rope). These people should not be paid from taxpayers money. Absolutely awful!
20.07.22
Ophelia
Beautiful place! The garden is mesmerizing. The museum itself is very interesting and the art gallery next to it is wonderful!
30.03.22
maría
It was a very pleasant and interesting visit. The place is very nice and I would recommend it as a must. We were very lucky since one of the exhibition guardian, one charming sir who told us he was not a guide, explained us all the details in the roo.. Read more »ms. It was amazing and with his company we could enjoy it very much. We thank him.
16.01.22
Michał
This area is a must see and Herbst Palace is just one of great places to see. Villa is very well maintained with a nice garden to relax in. Besides architecture to see, there is a small exhibition space (two rooms) in an old coach house, where you c.. Read more »an marvel at paintings of old polish masters...Matejko, Wyczółkowski, , Gierymski Axentowicz, Malczewski, Chełmoński, Wierusz-Kowalski and others. There is also a painting by Signiac, Venetian ones and several others from the same period.
14.10.21
Roberto
Nice place with a special garden. It is worth a visit.
27.08.21
Andrew
Lovely villa with period interiors. But only a villa with 10-15 lovely rooms. Tiny selection (20?) of fine 19th century Polish paintings in stables. Very good café.
04.08.21
Patryk
We got here only because it cost 1 PLN for people under 26. The inside of the palace was breathtaking. The palace is smaller than the Poznanski's palace but the rooms were much nicer. Additional art gallery was a nice touch.
08.07.21
Ivan
Magnificent display of extremely reach life
01.07.21
Pawel
Beautiful place. Definitely worth a visit.
07.11.20
Jonathan
Nice Palace museum
15.10.20
Agata
Very interesting and nice looking place!
29.09.20
Laura
The museum is amazing! One of the most beautiful interiors I have ever seen! The stuff is also friendly, but doesn't speak much English or French. The art gallery was pretty impressive as well. I am very pleased with the decision of visiting tha.. Read more »t museum.
07.08.20
Anthony
Beautiful place. A must go in Lodz
14.06.20
Harsh
Worth seeing. Not too big which in result doesn't consumes time much. You can take photos inside. The ticket prices are very low as specially for students. They have garden and in it there are beautiful roses. It is not surrounded by any profile.. Read more » places so it's silent and nice to visit.
23.02.20
dixtody
Everyone who wants to visit Lodz should see this place!
All this awaits you here: good prices, nice staff, a cafe in the building and a good experience.
Recommend!
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The Herbst Palace is inseparably linked to the history of the Herbst and the Sche.. Read more »ibler families, considered the wealthiest and most influential industrialist families not only in Łódź, but in all of Poland in the 2nd half of the 19th century. The design of the interiors and the new arrangement of the rooms were based on documents from the Office of the Head Conservationist and archival photographic material that was uncovered. New sources of information have enabled preservationists to restore the interiors to what they might have looked like when the Herbst family lived in the Palace.
When in the 1970s the villa of the Herbst family was taken over by the Muzeum Sztuki (Museum of Art) in Łódź to transform it into a functioning exhibition of its interiors, the lack of original furnishings and sufficient documentation were serious challenges. The Palace was initially designed based on much more limited access to information and archival materials. Recent research studies have substantially expanded the Museum's knowledge in these areas.
Following the renovation the rooms in the Palace are more impressive and much closer to the original style. Details have been carefully restored, the furniture in the exhibition has been renovated and the current wallpaper pattern is much more similar to the historical original as well. The exhibition shows lavishly furnished representation halls and private rooms of the owners while new exhibition layout smoothly pulls you into the spirit of the epoch.
22.02.20
Cihan
This museum is one of unique place in Łódz, which was a villa and belonged to the Herbst family.
18.02.20
Zofia
One of the most beautiful palaces of Lodz. An opportunity to see how the richest families of Lodz used to live. The beautiful garden bwhind the palace and also renovated carriage house with museum of art inside. Works of art of the most famous polis.. Read more »h painters ( e.g. Matejko, Wyspianski) . „Sleeping Mietek” painted by Wyspianski - one of the most recognizable polish paintings.
04.01.19
Geen
Absolutely mesmerazing place filled with breathtaking detail and amazing history. 100% recommended to stop by if you are at Lodz, even for short visit, totally worth it.
Moreover the entry for people under 26 yo is only 1zl!
27.11.18
Jolanta
This state museum is old fashion. You must not take a photos in this place. And also not nice service. But in the glass garden nice coffee and cake.
4.8 / 67
