JuraPark Krasiejów
Science and leisure park with life-size reptile models, a Palaeontological Pavilion above an active fossil site, and the Park of Human Science and Evolution.
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About the museum
JuraPark Krasiejów was established on the site of a former quarry at Krasiejów, where one of the largest accumulations of Triassic reptile and amphibian fossils in Europe was found. The remains are about 225 million years old, which makes them older than dinosaur remains. The most important find is Silesaurus opolensis, dubbed the Silesian pre-dinosaur.
The central object is the Palaeontological Pavilion, a glass-and-concrete structure that protects the escarpment of the former open-cast mine and the fossils in their place of discovery. Through a glass floor one can view the accumulation of remains, mainly of metoposaurs and cyclotosaurs, and the pavilion also displays a reconstruction of the Silesaurus skeleton. The building received the SARP (Association of Polish Architects) award for the best facility completed in Poland in 2006.
The park runs an educational trail about 1,500 m long with nearly 200 life-size models of reptiles, amphibians and dinosaurs, as well as the Prehistoric Oceanarium, the Time Tunnel and the Park of Human Science and Evolution, which presents the history of life on Earth. The park is operated by the company DLF Invest.
Highlights
- Palaeontological Pavilion with original fossils visible through a glass floor
- Educational trail about 1,500 m long with nearly 200 models of reptiles and dinosaurs
- Reconstruction of the Silesaurus opolensis skeleton
- Park of Human Science and Evolution
- Prehistoric Oceanarium and Time Tunnel
Permanent exhibitions
- Pawilon Paleontologiczny – Świat Opolskiego Dinozaura – Exhibition above an active palaeontological site: metoposaur and cyclotosaur fossils visible through the glass floor and a reconstruction of the Silesaurus opolensis skeleton.
- Park Nauki i Ewolucji Człowieka – An interactive journey through the history of life on Earth, from the extinction of the dinosaurs 66 million years ago.
- Operated by
- DLF Invest Sp. z o.o.
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 74 zł |
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| Reduced | 62 złchildren from 4 years of age, school pupils, students up to age 26 and disability pensioners, upon presentation of an ID card; persons with a certificate of disability |
| Children & teens | 5 złbaby ticket (children up to age 3, born in 2023 or later); does not apply to organised groups |
| Seniors | 65 złSilver 60+ ticket in the JuraPark package costs PLN 76, Senior 70+ ticket PLN 65; comprehensive package PLN 94 and PLN 81; proof of age required |
| Visitors with disabilities | –companion free · Persons with a certificate of disability buy the reduced ticket; for disability group I, or with a certificate requiring constant care, the carer enters free of charge. |
| Families | 301 złFamily ticket 2+1 in the JuraPark package costs PLN 301, 2+2 PLN 395, 2+3 PLN 438; in the comprehensive package PLN 375, PLN 494 and PLN 548; sold at the stationary ticket office. |
| Comprehensive package: JuraPark and Park of Human Science and Evolution (standard) | 135 złreduced ticket PLN 125 |
| JuraPark package without the Park of Human Science and Evolution (standard) | 109 złreduced ticket PLN 99; includes the dinosaur trail, the Palaeontological Pavilion and the Prehistoric Oceanarium, among others |
| Walking ticket (autumn, limited attractions) | 30 złplayground, dinosaur trail, Monkey Grove |
2026 price list: the Park of Human Science and Evolution costs PLN 74 (reduced PLN 62, Silver 60+ PLN 52, Senior 70+ PLN 44); the JuraPark packages and the comprehensive package are listed among the additional tickets. Lower prices apply when booking online. The Large Family Card gives a 10% discount; the Opole Family and Senior Card gives 20% upon presentation of the card at the ticket office. Discounts do not apply to organised groups and cannot be combined. Additional discounts apply during promotional periods, and prices may vary by season.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
According to the park, the facility is adapted for people with disabilities.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Family ticket | 301 zł · Family ticket 2+1 in the JuraPark package costs PLN 301, 2+2 PLN 395, 2+3 PLN 438; in the comprehensive package PLN 375, PLN 494 and PLN 548; sold at the stationary ticket office. |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
- Stroller-friendly
- Playground / play area
The park is geared towards families with children: it has a playground, a play park, a play area for the youngest, a room for toddlers with parents, pushchair rental and a first-aid point. Admission to the Park of Human Science and Evolution is recommended for children from 4 years of age.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Krasiejów railway station is less than 1.7 km from the park; buses from nearby towns also serve it.
By car
Free parking
Large free car park next to the entrance.
Amenities & dining
- Restaurant
- Museum shop
The park courtyard has a food outlet serving lunch dishes, ice cream and waffles, and a souvenir shop (Dinoshop).
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| School programs | yes |
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| Good to know | The dinosaur trail takes about 1.5 hours, the Palaeontological Pavilion about 20 minutes and the Prehistoric Oceanarium about 15 minutes. The park offers school trips and “green schools” (outdoor educational programmes). Dogs may be brought in only on a leash and muzzled. Availability of attractions depends on the weather. |
