Muzeum Architektury we Wrocławiu
The only museum in Poland devoted to architecture, housed in the former Bernardine monastery complex, with a lapidarium, stained glass and applied arts.
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About the museum
The Muzeum Architektury we Wrocławiu (Museum of Architecture in Wrocław) was founded in 1965 and is the only museum institution in Poland devoted entirely to the history of architecture and contemporary architecture. It opened in the rebuilt interiors of the former Bernardine monastery and church. Initially it was part of the Muzeum Wrocławia (Museum of Wrocław), and since 1971 it has operated as an independent institution; its organiser is the Gmina Wrocław (City of Wrocław).
The collections number several hundred thousand objects, from antiquity to the present day: architectural details, stained glass, stoves, plans, maps, models, photographs and architectural designs. Objects connected with the architecture and history of Wrocław hold a special place. Visitors can see permanent exhibitions as well as temporary exhibitions devoted to architecture, applied arts, painting and graphic art.
The museum works with the city to protect and revitalise architectural heritage. Its branch is the Archiwum Budowlane Miasta Wrocławia (Building Archive of the City of Wrocław), the largest collection of building plans of Wrocław in the country, covering the period from the 19th century to 1945. The main nave of the former church is also used as a concert and theatre venue.
Highlights
- The only museum in Poland devoted entirely to architecture
- Lapidarium and the Sala Romańska (Romanesque Hall) with architectural details of Wrocław from the 12th to the 18th century
- Exhibition of applied arts linked to architecture (12th–20th century)
- The oldest surviving stained-glass window on Polish lands
- Medieval cloister garden (wirydarz) open to visitors
Permanent exhibitions
- Architektoniczne rzemiosło artystyczne od XII do XX wieku – The only exhibition in Poland gathering products of many branches of applied arts in relation to their connection with architecture.
- Lapidarium i Sala Romańska – The exhibition shows architectural details that document stylistic changes in the architecture of Wrocław from the 12th to the 18th century.
- Founded
- 1965
- Operated by
- Gmina Wrocław
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 14 zł |
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| Reduced | 10 złpupils and students, doctoral students, people over 65, pensioners and early retirees, teachers and academic lecturers, holders of the Wrocławska Karta Seniora (Wrocław Senior Card) and of the EURO 26 card, and participants in the Nasz Wrocław programme – on presentation of documents. |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 2 · Children under 3 enter free of charge. |
| Seniors | 5 złWith the Wrocławska Karta Seniora (Wrocław Senior Card) the ticket costs PLN 5. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · A person with a disability and one carer enter free of charge. |
| Students & apprentices | 10 zł |
| Groups (10+ people) | 10 zł per personPrice per person, from 10 people. |
| Families | 20 złTwo adults and up to three children under 18. |
| Guided tour for a group in Polish (price per group, plus tickets) | 150 złGroups of up to 40 people; booking at least 14 days in advance. |
| Guided tour for a group in English (price per group, plus tickets) | 250 zł |
Free admission: Free admission on Wednesdays.
Free admission is also granted to, among others, museum employees, members of ICOM, ICOMOS and AICA, holders of the Karta Dużej Rodziny (Large Family Card) and the Karta Polaka (Pole’s Card), veterans, journalists and city guides. The price list on the museum’s website is marked as valid from 4 September to 2 October 2026.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials
- Audio description
The building is partly accessible. The main entrance has a 6 cm threshold; in the entrance area a lift serves the first floor, and the exhibitions on the ground floor are accessible thanks to ramps and platform lifts. The entrances to the two side mezzanines are not adapted for wheelchairs. A toilet for people with disabilities, with an alarm button, is located on the first floor. The information desk has a portable induction loop and cards for communicating with Deaf visitors. The audio guide has language tracks in Polish and English, audio description of selected objects, and an easy-to-understand version. The car park in front of the building is for staff; a car displaying a disabled parking sign can be parked after a phone notification (+48 71 369 99 01).
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 2 |
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| Family ticket | 20 zł · Two adults and up to three children under 18. |
- Family tours & workshops
- Playground / play area
In the eastern cloister there is a play corner for children. Museum lessons are free after the purchase of an admission ticket.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Galeria Dominikańska
Stop Galeria Dominikańska: trams 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17 and 23, and buses 110, 114 and 120.
By car
Paid parking
Nearby there are paid car parks along ul. Bernardyńska and al. Słowackiego, an underground car park at Plac Nowy Targ, and the car park at the Galeria Dominikańska (Plac Dominikański 3). Coaches can park by the Panorama Racławicka (ul. Purkyniego 11).
- Accessible parking
The entrance to the museum is from al. Juliusza Słowackiego; by car, approach from ul. Bernardyńska.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
- Coat check
The building has a bookshop with the museum’s publications and gifts, and a cloakroom that is open. The museum is open to visitors with dogs on a leash.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes (PL, EN) |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The audio guide is free and is borrowed at the information desk. Guided group tours take place from Tuesday to Sunday during opening hours, for groups of up to 40 people; bookings are accepted at edukacja@ma.wroc.pl. Educational sessions are free of charge after the purchase of an admission ticket. |
