Museum of Gdańsk - Main Town Hall

Wonderful museum documenting local history. Definitely take the audio tour for a small additional fee, it's a great way to view the exhibit. This building had been the town hall for Gdansk for centuries, and is stuffed to the brim with fascinating history. There's also a viewing tower with a gorgeous view that's definitely worth conquering the stairs!

One of the most beautiful museum in Gdansk. It tells you about the decision maker of the last centuries until ww2. They follow strong policies which shows up at the wall and the roof, clear messages and guidelines such as justice, self-awareness, ans rules to carry about each other. The best artists of Gdansk have transfer them into beautiful artwork like colorful paintings and pittoresk statues. I’m not kidding when I say these policies are the guarantee for prosperity and freedom. I wish all of our global leaders would follow these rules today…

Great View, but Be Ready for Waiting and Lots of Stairs The museum is free to enter on Mondays, which is a big plus, but expect longer waiting times—especially if you want to go up the tower. It’s important to note that there are two separate tickets: one for the museum and another one for the tower. Tower access is charged separately even on Mondays (20 PLN), and you can buy the ticket right before the entrance. Only 20 people are allowed at the top at the same time, so entry is regulated. The wait can be uncomfortable, especially if the air gets stuffy. The climb itself is manageable, and the view from the top is absolutely worth it. The museum is well done and interesting, but be prepared for a lot of walking and stairs throughout the visit. Definitely worth seeing—just wear comfortable shoes and bring some patience.

An interesting museum of the town hall, covering the history of Gdansk. Parts of the town hall were heavily damaged in the war. Quite a few stairs, especially if you want to go to the tower. Looks like you can either get a ticket to the tower and the museum or whichever one you want. We didn't do the tower, be a fair few stairs

A standout attraction in the heart of Gdańsk’s Old Town, located at the intersection of Długa Street and Długi Targ. This Gothic-Renaissance structure, dating back to the 14th century, has been meticulously restored after wartime damage and now houses the city’s historical museum.   Inside, visitors can explore richly decorated rooms such as the Red Hall and the White Hall, adorned with intricate ceilings, wall paintings, and period furnishings. A highlight is the climb to the tower’s observation deck, offering panoramic views of Gdańsk’s colorful rooftops and the Motława River.  The museum is accessible to visitors with disabilities, featuring elevators and adapted restrooms. Photography is permitted without flash, and there’s a cloakroom and lockers for personal items. A café serving traditional Polish cuisine is also available on-site.  Opening hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday to Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00, and Thursday from 10:00 to 18:00. The museum is closed on Tuesdays. Ticket prices are 16 PLN for adults, 12 PLN for reduced admission, and 45 PLN for a family ticket (2 adults + up to 6 children). Entry to the tower is an additional 12 PLN for adults and 6 PLN for reduced admission. Free entry is offered on Mondays.   Visitors should note that the museum’s operating hours are relatively short, so it’s advisable to plan visits accordingly. Additionally, the tower climb involves numerous steps, which may be challenging for some. Overall, the Museum of Gdańsk – Main Town Hall offers a rich historical experience and stunning city views, making it a worthwhile visit for those interested in Gdańsk’s heritage.

The view of the tower was amazing, stairs were easy. But employees… We wanted to buy a ticket for museum and tower. No explanation on ticket or where to go. Rude person. After I literally said that you work in tourist information, can you switch to English, the person was so shocked. Either way, after all attitude circus we got the ticket with no explanation. Some other rude employee with no gift of speaking pushed us to a room. From other tourists we figured we need to leave our bags there, no probs. Finally, we walked to the tower and the view was great. On the way back we wanted to see some rooms connected to the tower but there were few other of these rude employees. Drama. Your ticket does NOT allow us to enter this, LEAVE and some curses in Polish. Good to know, would have been perfect information when selling a ticket… My tip: stop corruption in a hiring process of employees who represents your city. It’s embarrassing for you. These people at the best can work in jail, not here.

I visited the Main Town Hall, which is one of the main exhibitions of the Gdansk Museum. I faced a problem with the backpack in which I kept my camera and lens. It should have been left in a locker for a fee, according to a very rude staff representative. I did not agree to this because I needed my camera equipment and I was also the only foreigner there at the time and only I was asked to leave my backpack for a fee. In the end, however, I was able to visit the nicely compact and yet diverse exhibition with my backpack. The five halls of the Town Hall were magnificent! The art treasures in them were taken to safety from the Second World War with great effort and later returned to their place. The ceiling of the Great Council Chamber in particular is absolutely stunning and the story of its preservation is amazing. The ancient frescoes of the Great Chiristopher are magnificent. I also visited the exhibition about the Polish army and World War II and the exhibition about Polish life upstairs. Unfortunately the clock tower was closed due to the weather (thunderstorm). I can recommend this museum, despite the backpack episode. There is also a free art exhibition near the ticket office.

Ornate, big, diverse. Easily a 2 hour stop. (There’s a cafe in the center for a snack and a break.) Special exhibits focus on a single topic in depth.