Museum of the Second World War
About This Museum
Everyone comes to Gdańsk for the history, and this is the place that truly makes you feel it. You don't just see dates and facts here; you walk through a reconstructed pre-war street and descend deep underground, following Poland's devastating journey from invasion to life under occupation and finally to its post-war fate. It’s an emotionally heavy experience, but one that is so masterfully told it feels essential. I left with a much deeper, more personal understanding of the war's human cost.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the museum is its main exhibition, which leads you chronologically through the conflict with incredible artifacts like a replica of a Polish banknote printed by the underground resistance. One of the most powerful moments is standing in front of the actual, rusted remains of a streetcar pulled from the Warsaw Uprising rubble.
Visitor Information
Give yourself at least three hours, honestly—it's massive and you'll want to absorb it all. It's right near the historic shipyard, so easy to combine with other key sights. Booking your ticket online ahead of time is a smart move to skip what can be a long queue.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a statement—a striking, tilted red tower clad in rust-colored concrete and glass that looks like it was violently thrust up from the ground, which is exactly the point.
Contact & Location
Address: Muzeum II Wojny Światowej, 1, Plac Władysława Bartoszewskiego, Wiadrownia, Śródmieście, Gdańsk, województwo pomorskie, 80-862, Polska
Phone: +48 58 760 09 60
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