The museum opened in March 2017 and immediately won the title of the largest in Poland. The main goal of its creators is to highlight the role of Poland in World War II, as well as to focus on the peculiarities of Polish history. The museum consists of three large blocks, divided into 18 thematic rooms. With the help of modern multimedia equipment, visitors can watch documentary tapes and archive shooting.
Address:
plac Władysława Bartoszewskiego 1, Gdańsk
Phone:
+48 58 760 09 60
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21.11.23
Woo
Great place to revisit the history of wwii from Poland's perspective. The rooms are sequenced in a way you can follow along. I wish i had more time to read all the text but had to run to catch the flight. Would love to visit this museum again wh.. Read more »en i am back in Gdansk. Pretty cheap entry ticket at around 6 usd.
12.11.23
Marcus
Great museum in Gdansk, really worth a visit. It's something we can never forget. I did a strong impression on myself. Make sure you have at least 2-2,5 hours so you really can enjoy the exhibition. I went there on a Tuesday, apparently there�.. Read more »39;s no admission on Tuesdays. The staff is very friendly and helpful. So if in town please visit this museum. You'll not regret it.
04.11.23
Adrian
When i went there i have expected something amazing but the quality and how everything is arranged and explained would make even the least interested in history to be curious and spend hours. They say you need at least 3 hrs to visit but i think for .. Read more »someone interested will be at least 2 days of visiting to go through all details and all the stories of those living those days.
I will definitely go back one day.
25.10.23
Rosco
Really interesting and well laid out Museum. Can be quite busy so may need to go round a few times to see everything.
Staff there were friendly and extremely helpful. There's lockers and a cloakroom for visitors to use (token for lockers availab.. Read more »le at ticket desk) and a well stocked souvenir shop.
Will definitely visit again next time I am in Gdansk 🏴
16.10.23
Paula
This reminded us of Oskar Schindler's Factory in Krakow.
Enjoyed the exhibitions of various items. Had no idea that tanks were so big nor that the bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima, had been given a name.
A must see experience in Gdansk.
03.08.23
Y
The Museum of the Second World War in Gdansk is an exceptional and honorable place of historical and tragic memories.
Its organization is truly remarkable, making it one of the best organized museums I have ever encountered!
From its in-depth explora.. Read more »tion of the root causes of the war to its meticulous depiction of the events and nations involved, the museum provides invaluable information. It is a rewarding and informative destination, a must visit when you are in Gdansk.
This space allows us not only to never forget this event but also to honor all those who endured the atrocities of this time.
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all those who participated in the creation of this museum and who diligently ensure the maintenance of this singular and remarkable place.
31.07.23
Richard
Great place to visit, so much to see and informative. Be ready to spend a couple of hours. (2,5-3h+)
I definitely recommend to purchase the additional audio guide, makes the experience so much better and informative!!!
23.07.23
C
What an incredible place. From the quality of information to the incredible, priceless artifacts, this place should be required visiting for all students of history. My only surprise is that there wasn’t more on the Nazi invasion specific to Gd.. Read more »ańsk. But that is a very small omission for a museum with such a grand scale.
20.07.23
Adnan
If you are into world war museums and want to know details about Nazis and Red Soldiers, this is a great place to start. The galleries are well designed and presented. They also brought back the part of the street before the war. Very detailed and in.. Read more »formative work. Keep in mind that you will need at least 4 hours. I took 5 hours and still it wasn't enough. Audio guide is useful, so you might want to take it. If you are in gdansk, you must visit this museum. Get your tickets in advance to skip the queue. There is no mobile reception since it's an underground museum.
16.07.23
猴條
This museum covers the history of World War II, focusing mainly on the European theater, particularly Poland, and also touches on some aspects of the Asia. It has numerous documentaries and materials, including interviews with survivors.
On Tuesdays.. Read more », admission is free, but it closes at 4 PM. On other days, it closes at 8 PM. The museum is crowded, and we had to wait in line for an hour to get in. We spent three hours and only saw half of the exhibits and being asked to leave due to closing time. If you want to explore it thoroughly, it could take a whole day. Audio guides are available for 12 złoty.
In conclusion, I recommend visiting this museum.
06.07.23
kacper123ful
This is hart breaking vist the most beautiful museum I ever seen!!!
Especially the part for kids right on the beginning of the tour on the left it’s called “history of one room” beautiful story about siblings. this story is divided .. Read more »into 3 parts in 3 different room it’s hard to not cry 😢 after this story When you go farther you “travel in time “ because some of the displays are designed like you are in that time
You have to see this museum when you visit this town
Highly recommend
05.06.23
Roberto
One of the best museums I've ever been. I love history and this immersion in WW2 was as interesting as it was frightening.
I was on Tuesday, you don't even pay the ticket on that day. There were many school classes on a trip but it was sti.. Read more »ll enjoyable.
24.05.23
G
The Museum of the Second World War left a profound impression on me. I spent nearly five hours there, engrossed in the detailed and comprehensive exhibits. The audio guide was fantastic, providing valuable insights into the context, lead-up, and even.. Read more »ts of the war. The museum's respectful and non-biased approach allowed me to learn a lot and gain a comprehensive understanding of the war's complexities. It was a remarkable educational experience that highlighted the importance of learning from history and appreciating the sacrifices made during that time.
18.05.23
Bastian
Impressive and also disturbing place that was buzzing with visitors.
Very well made exhibition, that is not suited for younger kids. To exit the exhibit one has to pass all parts of the exhibition including the “terror” section with conc.. Read more »entration camp & deportation content which was tough even for us adults. While there was a dedicated kids section, this was unavailable while we were visiting.
A must go place otherwise.
13.05.23
Jarek
Every Tuesday free museum entry. This museum is very informative. It covers entire spend of WW2. Well designed and organized exhibitions halls. Well worth entry cost if you are unable to visit it on a free day. It will take you about 2-3 hours t.. Read more »o go over most of the material this museum has to offer. Some materials presented show killings and murder, so please consider this before taking young kids.
17.12.22
Yasir
I recently visited the Second World War Museum in Gdansk and was blown away by the thought-provoking exhibits and immersive experience. The museum does an excellent job of presenting the history of the war in a comprehensive and unbiased manner, maki.. Read more »ng it easy to understand the complex events that took place.
One of the highlights of the museum was the interactive displays, which really brought the history to life. From the virtual reality experiences to the hands-on exhibits, there was so much to explore and learn.
The museum also has a great location, right in the heart of Gdansk, making it easy to access. And the staff were all incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making the visit even more enjoyable.
Overall, I would highly recommend a visit to the Second World War Museum in Gdansk to anyone interested in learning more about this important period in history. Five stars!
06.10.22
Mahabubur
Didn't expect to spend such a long time during the "permanent exhibition" visit. It is worth your money. The permanent exhibition alone is huge and I would recommend to buy tickets only for that. Overall nice place to spend a day with .. Read more »family.
22.09.22
Trinh
Incredible museum with greatly presented history. I recommend getting the Audioguides, which was perfectly synchronized with my location. The museum did a great job at presenting the history in an interesting way and let’s one kind of relive pa.. Read more »rt of it due to the high amount of historical artifacts in combination with the multimedia material and well decorated rooms. Would definitely recommend going here but you should take at least 4 hours if you really want to dive into everything.
10.09.22
Elizabeth
I have to admit that I was a bit skeptical about visiting this museum because it seems like Poland spends lots of money on World War II memories instead of investing millions in present happier projects. However, I was impressed with what I experienc.. Read more »ed. ? So, I got online tickets, and there was no waiting line. It's recommended to visit this place at 3:00 pm at the latest because it takes around 2-3 hours to see everything without rash. ? Audioguide - recommend because it's nicely synchronized with the area you enter. The history is presented very well, and the interior made me feel like time-travel at that time. I would say that it's worth visiting this museum at least once. It's a great piece of work—a very professional and international-level museum. ⭐️
28.08.22
Paula
A beautifully designed, modern, emotional journey through WW2. In depth exhibits and clearly marked touring directions.
Definitely worth a visit.
The only downside is the lack of reception as the main exhibit floor is underground, which could be a p.. Read more »roblem to some as thoroughly touring the museum can take an upward of 4 hours.
17.08.22
Bob
Highly detailed museum covering all aspects of WWII. Taking you from the background of the First World War through to rise of totalitarian and the war itself. Everything was well presented in Polish and English. It covers a tragic and very sad period.. Read more » of history in a well balanced way. You need to allow plenty of time for this museum.
08.08.22
Jesper
Wow, what a museum.
The museum really make history come alive. With smartly laid out path you get an understanding of the different happenings like never before.
With sound, movies, pictures and items it catches attention to detail and the environm.. Read more »ents in some rooms was just breathtaking.
Would recommend everybody to give it a visit. If not for the museum experience, then for the importance of keeping the history alive and near in memory in this times.
04.07.22
Callie
Beautifully done museum. An architectural and design experience, but of course also a history museum. They brought WWII to life with a mix of mediums which engage kids and adults alike.
19.05.22
Aleksa
We were not sure how long will it take and I guess if someone is interested in the subject then 5 hours may be just right. Very well prepared and presented in the engaging way. Worth visiting while in Gdańsk. I would want to go back as we had to rush.. Read more » through. We spent there about 3 hours.
07.04.22
Joerg
Detailed explanation of the events prior and during world war II. Excellent audio guide - highly recommended. Very immersive exhibition with good combination of new media, video presentations, touch screen documentation and war objects. Very emotiona.. Read more »l.
02.04.22
Beans
A fantastic museum giving an indepth insight into the second world War from the Polish experience of it. The museum is packed full of exhibits well displayed. My only wish would have been that the cafe had been inside with the exhibits as it took ove.. Read more »r 3 hours to go around and a pause would have been good. We definitely recommend a visit.
23.03.22
Brian
Wow! Detailed museum that give a fantastic step-by-step view on what led up to WWII, how different factions came together, the impact on Poland and how it's military was an integral part of the Allies...too many things. But, the museum experienc.. Read more »e does not hold back any punches...it is graphic and really tells the full experience of war. It is a full day trip if you want to see it in full. Get the headphones...there is A LOT of reading. Super displays that give the viewer a rich experience.
25.01.22
Julian
An impressive museum which tells the story of the Second World War with considerable clarity. The staff were friendly and the museum was generally very easy to navigate. My visit lasted around three hours and there was plenty to see in terms of video.. Read more »s, exhibits and text. Everything was available in English and lots of thought has been put into the design of the museum. Will likely revisit in the future.
11.12.21
DANISH
Wonderful museum, such immersion. But after we left we still felt there was more to see and read about.
I will also praise that the museum showed many aspects of WW2 that many museums don't normally cover. Example the war in Africa and the Asian.. Read more » advances
23.10.21
Joe
Wonderful museum. Should be seen by all visitors to the city. Museum focuses on the impact on people, not battles or war strategy. Great audio guide. Very comprehensive. Fewer people in the mornings. Some great photos and descriptions of important ev.. Read more »ents. Several multimedia displays are quite well done. Explanations in English are included. We spent a couple of hours and can’t wait to come back for a return visit.
12.10.21
Krzysztof
It's a huge museum with much information to read, watch and experience. We spend easily 3h and we couldn't get thru all informatory descriptions, videos, stands. From practicality there is always long queue to cloakroom, toilet. What I noti.. Read more »ced: if you have online ticket you don't need to stay in the ticket queue, there is no need to confirm it. But I recommend to make this online purchase, otherwise there will be no space left, or another long ticket queue... Must be patient.
The experience though notwithstanding.
02.09.21
Mat
The building is an interesting construction in itself. Museum is located three levels underground. Mainly you can expect digital screens, pictures and replicas of items. There are some interactive exhibits and most value comes from reading and some v.. Read more »ideos. The museum covers the subject of world war 2 mainly from the perspective of Poland and Europe. I would recommend visiting during the week as it was very busy on a Sunday. Some rooms are small and get busy. You may not bring backpacks but the lockers are provided. There are vending machines with drinks available and a cafe at the end of the exhibition.
22.07.21
Ben
What an amazing museum. Really impressed with content and the detail that has been put in to the exhibits. A good few hours is needed…
The building architecture also needs to be admired. Fully recommended if in Gdańsk or if near by
26.01.21
Jean-François
Great museum.
Visit could easily last for 3hours for the main exhibition. This is very insightful, various materials: videos, pictures, miniatures, interactive maps...
One of the richest WW2 museums I have visited.
It doesn’t go always in all t.. Read more »he details but cover widely this terrible period of human history.
19.09.20
Kacper
Wow. That’s a serious museum. One of the best I’ve been. Insane amount of very interesting information. You can easily lose track of time. I’ve spent 6h (!) and I was able to see thoroughly maybe 70% of the main exhibition. I missed.. Read more » the temporary one and the VR. I really want to come back to finish it.
Highly recommended!
17.09.20
Mayu
Such an impressive museum. Very well showcased, so imformative with lots of video footages I have never seen in any of the other museums. It is MASSIVE - we estimated 3hrs but after 4hrs we noticed we werw only 50% of the way!! It is a must-do in Gda.. Read more »nsk.
01.09.20
Tom
A great museum to discover and understand more about Poland's terrible experiences during World War 2. All the materials are provided in Polish and English. Addresses everything from the initial invasion, to the holocaust, to the Soviet takeover.. Read more ». Cost was 23PLN (£5) per person. Museum takes about 2-3 hours to explore. Nice and affordable cafeteria at the end.
12.08.20
Flavio
Beautiful and modern museum with lots of audiovisual information, which gives a insight also from the Polish point of view.
I'd have liked more historical facts and information, but that's because I already visited many museums of this kin.. Read more »d.
Highly recommended to get an overview of what happened in that sad period
30.07.20
Jakob
Informative and modern museum, luckily with arrows to guide you, orientation would otherwise be difficult. I recommend to take at least 3-4 hours of time for this museum.
The ending and shop were a little weird though, with 'war toys', tank.. Read more » merchandise, etc. A WW2 memorial is definitely not the right place to sell such items. Lack of actually wanted or informative souvenirs (including postcards).
23.07.20
Michał
Viewing starts with a soft introduction to the state of Europe and broader world, then you get to know the main actors behind the war, and well, after that it only gets just more and more interesting. Definitely reserve at least 3 hours to view every.. Read more »thing. There is a moment that should touch your heart to the deepest but I won't spoil it here.
17.07.20
Kateryna
Lots of interesting information in non-standard and easy to understand format. Really well thought exhibitions. The installations/layouts of Polish streets are just amazing!
Be prepared to spend there around 4-5 hours of your time, eat in advance :).. Read more »
Better buy the tickets on the official website beforehand, because the queue is quite long.
08.07.20
Kelly
Very detailed museum. Also, it is huge. I mean HUGE. There is a corridor in the middle for resting, but due to the Corona virus, the other resting options were not meant to be used at the time of our visit. Thus, it was a really tiresome visit for ou.. Read more »r legs. Easily spend several hours there. I don't know if they allow to have lunch in the resting corridor that is inside the main exhibition, but otherwise the only lunch option they offer is a small cafe outside the main exhibition, which means you have to either pack your own food, suffer some hunger or simply plan your visit not around lunch time.
The exhibitions were very informative even to English speakers. I really liked that they showed the II WW from other perspectives as well, not only Poland. All in all, I really recommend you to visit this museum.
04.07.20
GT_R
I was a really great experience with a good neutral aspect on all views of the war. On Tuesday it's free access. I highly recommend that you are downloading the audio guide on play store or apple store for getting deep background information. Be.. Read more »cause of Covid-19 you need to wear a face mask. It's described in Polish and English and the audio guide offers additionally languages in German, Russian and French. You need 4 - 5 hours to deeply discover everything. There is a good coffee shop and a souvenir shop inside the museum.
24.06.20
jeny
A must see place. It is the biggest historical museum in Europe. The history is very well presented, a history that affected Europe and the world. It offers English language as well.
There are some free entrance on Tuesdays, please take into conside.. Read more »ration that it can take up to 3-4 hours to see it all.
There is a small canteen where you can buy water and lunch.
Highly recommended to visit
4.9 / 44
