TOP 10 BEST KRAKOW MUSEUMS

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When you are a history lover coming to the city of museums, it might be difficult to choose what to visit in a short period of time. Hopefully you’ll find this (slightly) subjective Krakow museum list helpful!

1. WAWEL ROYAL CASTLE

It’s used to be the home of Polish royals, a witness to the most important moments in the country’s history. 
Today it is one of the most outstanding Krakow museum.
Free entrance on Mondays!
Check out Ten Wonders Of Wawel Hill!.

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2. SCHINDLER’S FACTORY.

Although Schindler’s Incredible Story was well publicized by a Spielberg movie, it is nevertheless worth seeing the building and learning more about the story in person. It is one of the most popular museums in Krakow, the number of tickets is limited so it is a good idea to make a reservation.

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Don’t like queues? Book skip the line ticket!

3. NATIONAL MUSEUM

One of the most popular in Krakow (and definitely deserving of its fame), has a permanent exhibition showing everyday objects from medieval times to the 20th century. But there’s always much more to see – come and see for yourself!
Free entrance on Sundays!

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4. HIPOLIT HOUSE

The main exhibition is called Bourgeois House and presents the typical house of a 17-19th century citizen. If you get lucky, you might meet a cat-museologist; his name is Hipolit and he usually lounges in the cloak room.

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5. ETHNOGRAPHIC KRAKOW MUSEUM

The museum was established more than 100 years ago, and its collection counts around 80 000 exhibits. One of the most characteristic examples of what you can expect there is a 1300 hand painted Easter Eggs. 
Free entrance on Sundays!

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6. ARCHEOLOGICAL KRAKOW MUSEUM

Another old museum, it’s placed in an atmospheric building next to the Planty Park. The most famous exhibitions are Gods of Ancient Egypt and The Garden of Ceramics.
Free entrance on Sundays!

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7. MANGGHA

Surprisingly, one of the best Krakow museums is the one dedicated to the Japanese art. Collection, donated by art critic Feliks Jasieński in 1920, started an exhibition that further expanded and focused on modern art and craft of Eastern Asia.
Free entrance on Tuesdays!

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8. CRICOTEKA

Run since 1981, Cricoteka is a cultural institution focusing on the work of Tadeusz Kantor, Polish artist and director of Cricot Theatre. 

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9. MOCAK

The shortcut stands for Museum of Contemporary Art in Kraków and if you’re a fan of modern and contemporary art, this museum surely will amaze you!
Free entrance on Thursdays!

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10. PRINCES CZARTORYSKI MUSEUM

First museum in Poland and a must for every art and history lover. The exhibition shows royal memorabilia, Shakespeare’s chair and many more extremely valuable pieces, such as da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine.

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But if you’re tired of visiting museums, check out our other posts and find out, among others, what to do in Krakow by night.