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National Museum in Warsaw: free entry days, tickets & hours
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National Museum is next free on Tuesday, 27 October 2026 (in 3 days).
- Tuesdays: free entry to the permanent galleries.
- Also free: children under 7.
- Almost free: Ages 8-26: PLN 1 ticket to the permanent galleries (almost free).
- Otherwise: permanent Galleries, regular, PLN — zł 30.
Calendar
Free days at National Museum
- TUE27OCTTuesday, 27 October 2026 · in 3 days · 10:00–18:00
- TUE3NOVTuesday, 3 November 2026 · in 10 days · 10:00–18:00
- TUE10NOVTuesday, 10 November 2026 · in 2 weeks · 10:00–18:00
- TUE17NOVTuesday, 17 November 2026 · in 3 weeks · 10:00–18:00
- TUE24NOVTuesday, 24 November 2026 · in 4 weeks · 10:00–18:00
- TUE1DECTuesday, 1 December 2026 · in 5 weeks · 10:00–18:00
52 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Tuesdays are free for the permanent galleries - no ticket needed, walk straight in.
- Friday 17:00-20:00 'happy hours': 50% off all tickets.
- Ages 8-26 pay 1 PLN at the ticket office any day.
- Closed on Mondays.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free dayTuesdays: free entry to the permanent galleries · 10:00–18:00 | everyone | Permanent galleries only; temporary exhibitions remain paid. | No |
| Free forFree for children under 7 | children under 7 | — | No |
| Free forAges 8-26: PLN 1 ticket to the permanent galleries (almost free) | under-26s | Permanent galleries only; sold only at the ticket office. | No |
Official prices
National Museum ticket prices
| Permanent Galleries, regular, PLN — Reduced 15 PLN. Combined ticket (NMW + Museum of Sculpture + Museum of Interiors) 50/35 PLN. Temporary exhibition 'Adolph Menzel' 35/25 PLN (includes the permanent galleries). | zł 30 |
| Temporary exhibition 'Adolph Menzel (1815-1905). The Tireless Observer' (reduced 25 PLN; includes permanent galleries) | zł 35 |
| Combined ticket NMW + Museum of Sculpture + Museum of Interiors, valid 30 days (reduced 35 PLN) | zł 50 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (permanent galleries, regular, pln). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–20:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–18:00 |
Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun 10:00-18:00; Fri 10:00-20:00; closed Mondays. Ticket offices close 45 min before closing.
Al. Jerozolimskie 3, 00-495 Warszawa, Poland
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FAQ
National Museum: common questions
Is National Museum free?
National Museum is free for everyone tuesdays: free entry to the permanent galleries. Also free: children under 7. Otherwise the official ticket costs zł 30.
When is National Museum free?
Tuesdays: free entry to the permanent galleries. The next free date is Tuesday, 27 October 2026.
Who gets free entry to National Museum?
Children under 7. Under-26s — permanent galleries only; sold only at the ticket office..
How much is a ticket to National Museum?
Permanent Galleries, regular, PLN costs zł 30 on the official site.
What day is National Museum closed?
National Museum is closed on Mondays. Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun 10:00-18:00; Fri 10:00-20:00; closed Mondays. Ticket offices close 45 min before closing.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- mnw.art.pl/en/visit · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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