Archaeological Museum in Gdansk
About This Museum
Everyone comes to Gdańsk for the shipyards and the Hanseatic architecture, but I stumbled upon a true gem tucked away on picturesque Mariacka Street. The Archaeological Museum is one of those places that completely resets your understanding of this city's story. You start in the deep history of Pomerania, surrounded by ancient tools and pottery, before being utterly transported by a world-class amber collection that glows with trapped prehistoric secrets. The real surprise, however, is the journey to Sudan, a connection so unexpected it makes the entire visit unforgettable.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the amber room, where you'll find everything from raw nuggets with fossilized insects to intricate Baroque jewelry. Then there's the Sudan gallery—a fascinating exhibit on medieval Nubian kingdoms that feels a world away from the Baltic Coast.
Visitor Information
It's right at 25/26 Mariacka Street, which is worth a visit in itself with its charming terraces and stone steps. It’s a wonderfully manageable museum; you can see the best of it in a relaxed hour or two without feeling rushed.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully restored historic granary, the building itself is a piece of Gdańsk history with its classic brick facade and heavy timber beams.
Contact & Location
Address: 25/26, Mariacka, Główne Miasto, Śródmieście, Gdańsk, województwo pomorskie, 80-833, Polska
Phone: +48 58 322 21 12
Website: Visit Website
