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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews: free entry days, tickets & hours
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POLIN Museum is next free on Thursday, 29 October 2026 (in 5 days).
- Thursdays: free entry to the Core Exhibition and temporary exhibitions.
- Almost free: Pupils and students aged 7-26 in the Polish education system: PLN 1 ticket (almost free).
- Otherwise: core Exhibition + audio guide + temporary exhibition + Legacy Gallery, regular, PLN — zł 45.
Calendar
Free days at POLIN Museum
- THU29OCTThursday, 29 October 2026 · in 5 days · 10:00–18:00
- THU7JANThursday, 7 January 2027 · in 3 months · 10:00–18:00
- THU14JANThursday, 14 January 2027 · in 3 months · 10:00–18:00
- THU21JANThursday, 21 January 2027 · in 3 months · 10:00–18:00
- THU28JANThursday, 28 January 2027 · in 3 months · 10:00–18:00
- THU4FEBThursday, 4 February 2027 · in 3 months · 10:00–18:00
43 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
- Thursday is free for both the Core Exhibition and temporary shows - arrive before 16:00 for the Core Exhibition.
- Closed on Tuesdays.
- Allow time for the security check at the entrance.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free dayThursdays: free entry to the Core Exhibition and temporary exhibitions · 10:00–18:00 | everyone | Last entry to the Core Exhibition 16:00, to temporary exhibitions 17:30. | No |
| Free forPupils and students aged 7-26 in the Polish education system: PLN 1 ticket (almost free) | Pupils students | For children and youth aged 7-26 still in education, on presentation of a valid Polish school or university student card. Temporary exhibition not included. | No |
Official prices
POLIN Museum ticket prices
| Core Exhibition + audio guide + temporary exhibition + Legacy Gallery, regular, PLN — Reduced 35 PLN; groups (10+) 30 PLN per person. | zł 45 |
| Guided tour of the Core Exhibition (joining a group), reduced 35 PLN | zł 45 |
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 (core exhibition + audio guide + temporary exhibition + legacy gallery, regular, pln). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: POLIN Museum
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Skip-the-line ticketSkip-the-Line Polin Museum Warsaw Jewish History Tour★★★★★ 5.0 · 15 reviews2 - 4 hoursfrom zł 519.75
Guided tourWarsaw Uprising Museum & POLIN Museum: 4-Hour Tour & Pickup★★★★★ 5.0 · 6 reviews4 hoursfrom zł 499
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 10:00–18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | 10:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–20:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–18:00 |
Mon, Wed-Fri, Sun 10:00-18:00 (last entry to the Core Exhibition 16:00); Sat 10:00-20:00 (last Core entry 18:00); closed Tuesdays. Thursday is free.
ul. Mordechaja Anielewicza 6, 00-157 Warszawa, Poland
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FAQ
POLIN Museum: common questions
Is POLIN Museum free?
POLIN Museum is free for everyone thursdays: free entry to the Core Exhibition and temporary exhibitions. Otherwise the official ticket costs zł 45.
When is POLIN Museum free?
Thursdays: free entry to the Core Exhibition and temporary exhibitions. The next free date is Thursday, 29 October 2026.
Who gets free entry to POLIN Museum?
Pupils students — for children and youth aged 7-26 still in education, on presentation of a valid Polish school or university student card. Temporary exhibition not included..
How much is a ticket to POLIN Museum?
Core Exhibition + audio guide + temporary exhibition + Legacy Gallery, regular, PLN costs zł 45 on the official site.
What day is POLIN Museum closed?
POLIN Museum is closed on Tuesdays. Mon, Wed-Fri, Sun 10:00-18:00 (last entry to the Core Exhibition 16:00); Sat 10:00-20:00 (last Core entry 18:00); closed Tuesdays. Thursday is free.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- polin.pl/en/planning-your-visit/admission · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
- polin.pl/en/planning-your-visit/basic-information
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