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National Museum in Kielce - Former Palace of the Kraków Bishops

Plac Zamkowy 1, 25-010 Kielce, woj. swietokrzyskie

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National Museum in Kielce - Former Palace of the Kraków Bishops

One of the best-preserved early Baroque palaces in Poland, the main seat of the National Museum in Kielce.

Location and surroundings

The palace is located at 1 Zamkowy Square in Kielce, near Castle Hill and the cathedral basilica.

History

The palace was erected between 1637 and 1641 as the residence of the Kraków bishops. It has preserved its original interiors with 17th-century decor.

What to see

Historic palace interiors, a gallery of Polish and European painting. The detailed scope of the exhibitions should be confirmed on the museum's website.

Who it is for

For lovers of history and art, families and tourists.

Practical information

Visiting

  • Visiting time 1.5-2 hours
  • Possibility of visiting with an audio guide (app)
  • Online booking at least 24 h before the visit

Seasons and opening hours

Open all year round; closed on Mondays. Tue-Sun 8:00-16:00.

Contact

  • Tel.: 41 344 40 15
  • E-mail: admin@mnki.pl
  • Web: mnki.pl
Cost: Bilety ok. 15-25 zl (zaleznie od ekspozycji); aktualne ceny na stronie muzeum Visit duration: 1.5-2 hours Seasonality: all year round Opening hours: Wt-nd 8:00-16:00; poniedzialek nieczynne

Kontakt

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