Opened in 2004, and while this remains one of Poland’s best museums, it’s not without its faults – better sign posting would be handy, as would a bit more elbow room; being pushed and jostled is part of the experience. Nonetheless, packed with interactive displays, photographs, video footage and miscellaneous exhibits it’s a museum that’s guaranteed to leave a mark on all visitors. Occupying a former tramway power station the 2,000m2 space is split over several levels, leading visitors through the chronological story of the Uprising (provided they don’t make any wrong turns, alas, a common mistake).
Start off by learning about life under Nazi rule, your tour accompanied by the background rattle of machine guns, dive bombers and a thumping heartbeat. Different halls focus on the many aspects of the Uprising; walk through a replica radio station, or a covert printing press. The mezzanine level features a great ten minute film detailing the first month of battle, before which visitors get to clamber through a mock sewer. The final sections are devoted to the creation of a Soviet puppet state, a hall of remembrance, and a particularly poignant display entitled Death of the City; take time to watch the black and white ‘before and after’ shots of famous Warsaw landmarks. As you make your way to the exit check out the films playing in the 110 seat cinema, as well as an exact replica of a B24 Allied aeroplane once used to make supply drops over the besieged city. A viewing platform and ‘peace garden’ wrap up this high impact experience.

Admission 7/5zł (children under 7 free). Audio guides for 10zł per person. Sun free.

Warsaw Uprising Museum comments

• 11
  Mar
  2009
  ida - Denmark
  Great, it really is :)
  
  
• 27
  Feb
  2009
  jakub - canada, mississaga
  Im polish and i went inside the museum, and i know almost everything about the uprising. Some people think only about what the americans did in WWII. People think that the americans have a sad story. But, if you go inside the museum and know about the uprising, you will literally be crying.
• 09
  Jan
  2009
  Scott - BC, Canada, Vancouver
  Possibly one of the best museums I have been to in the world. Make sure you leave time for this museum - it's not to be rushed. Also great for all ages. I was impressed at how interactive and user friendly the museum was for all ages. Amazing!
• 12
  Aug
  2008
  Jules - AUS/PL
  Ive been there recently with my family and it was a really great experience. It was very emotional at times but i learnt alot that day, that i probably wouldn't have known about if i hadnt gone.
  
  
• 27
  May
  2008
  Arline Guyton - Tennessee, USA, Lenoir City
  We saw the Museum on April 18, 2008. It was quite amazing! Please allow at least 2 hours to watch the video, hear the personal stories, see the exhibits, etc. Quite an eye-0pener for anyone not familiar with the fairly recent history of Poland
• 22
  Feb
  2008
  Ian - Italy, Cortona
  It is a fantastic museum - smart, world-class and very, very moving. The subject matter is presented in a documentary style leaving one to absorb the very personal stories... Despite the serious nature of the content, this museum is indeed one of Warsaw's top 'must-see' attractions. A real insight into how the Poland of today came into being...
• 22
  Sep
  2007
  Gosia - PL
  Great.