Are you planning to visit Galicia. The Galicia Jewish Museum in Kazimierz and wondering when is the best time? The museum is open daily, typically from 10:00 to 18:00, so you have plenty of flexibility when planning a day in Krakow. The address is Dajwór 18 — in the heart of the old Jewish quarter, just steps from Kazimierz’s main sights. If you plan to visit on a specific day (for example during holidays or festivals), it’s worth double-checking the schedule beforehand, because on exceptional days the museum’s hours may change.
During your visit you can also use the museum café Lauder-Szancer Cafe, which serves drinks, snacks and selected kosher products — a convenient option after walking through the exhibitions.
If you prefer to be sure of entry, the museum offers online tickets and accepts group reservations.
Standard opening hours: daily 10:00–18:00. This is a stable schedule, so if your time in Krakow is limited, it’s easy to fit the visit into your plans.
Address and contact details: Dajwór 18, 31-052 Kraków. Phone (reception): +48 12 421 68 42, e-mail: recepcja@galiciajewishmuseum.org.
In practice: if you plan to visit on a holiday — especially Jewish holidays like Yom Kippur or on Christmas Day — the museum can be closed. It’s always a good idea to check the museum’s website or call the day before.
Standard and reduced tickets are available both at the ticket desk and via the online reservation system. Indicative prices are: full ticket around 35 PLN; reduced ticket (senior, student) around 25 PLN; family ticket around 55 PLN.
For groups (from 10 people) special conditions and reservations apply — for larger groups it’s often best to email or call reception to set a time and arrange possible guided visits in Polish or English.
In practice: during festivals or peak times it’s better to buy tickets online or arrive early — this makes entry easier and gives you time to enjoy the exhibition at a calm pace.
Galicia presents a permanent exhibition documenting traces of Jewish presence in the former region of Galicia and hosts a rotating cycle of temporary exhibitions. The main displays combine photography, objects and documentary materials to tell the story of a world that once thrived here.
Allow about 60–90 minutes for the visit — that is usually enough to walk through the exhibitions at a relaxed pace, read some labels and stop at selected photographs. For those who want to go deeper, the museum runs guided tours and educational programmes.
The museum also runs small permanent mini-exhibits and educational projects for children — a good place to learn history in an accessible yet thoughtful way.
The museum is family- and accessibility-friendly: no stairs at the entrance, wide doorways, an accessible toilet and clear signage. There is a play corner for the youngest visitors and a baby-changing table in one of the restrooms.
Lauder-Szancer Cafe is located inside the museum — the coffee and light snacks are recommended, especially if you plan to continue exploring Kazimierz afterward. The museum is also pet-friendly — it’s common to see people with small dogs and there are usually water bowls available.
Guided tours and workshops: the museum offers tours in various languages and educational programmes — when planning school groups or organised trips it’s advisable to confirm the date and arrangements well in advance.
How much time do you need? — Typically 60–90 minutes. Workshops or visitors with a deep interest may stay longer.
Is the museum open every day? — Usually yes, from 10:00–18:00, but hours can change on holidays.
Is it worth buying a ticket online? — Online purchase is helpful during busy periods or if you want to guarantee entry at a specific time; for a quiet visit buying at the desk is also convenient.
Are there discounts for children? — Small children often enter free (up to a specified age), and family tickets are available — check the rules at the desk or online.
After your visit you can relax at the museum café Lauder-Szancer Cafe — a convenient choice with kosher options. If you prefer to step outside the museum, Kazimierz is full of well-regarded bars and restaurants: you’ll find traditional Jewish flavours, modern cafés and places serving local Polish dishes.
I recommend planning a walk through the nearby streets: the Old Synagogue (Synagoga Stara), Plac Nowy and Szeroka Street are very close by and form a natural route after the museum visit. These are also good spots for coffee or dinner after a busy day.
If you’re looking for specific dining suggestions, choose places with high ratings on review platforms to find tried-and-true local flavours.
Assuming the museum will be open regardless of holidays — avoid disappointment by checking the website or calling reception before you go.
Planning a “quick” 15-minute visit — a photographic exhibition needs time to read labels and understand context; give yourself at least an hour.
Not booking in advance for larger groups — for school trips and organised groups you need to confirm conditions and the exact number of participants ahead of time.
Ignoring family and accessibility amenities — the museum provides support, so if someone in your group needs assistance, don’t hesitate to ask reception.
The museum is not just a place of remembrance — it is an active educational space with programmes, workshops and temporary exhibitions that also show contemporary views on Jewish heritage in Poland.
There is an on-site café offering kosher products — a rarity among museum cafés and an interesting option for those seeking traditional flavours or curious to try something different.
For years the museum has been co-creating educational programmes and collaborating with the local community — visitors can therefore not only look back at the past but also see how memory is cared for today.
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If you would like to explore Kazimierz and Galicia with someone who will point out the most interesting contexts and answer your questions, I invite you to use the services of private guide Małgorzata Kasprowicz — contact details and more information are available on the guide’s page.
Good luck planning your visit and enjoy exploring — Kazimierz has many stories to tell, and Galicia is one of the most moving places to begin that journey.
