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Zachęta – National Gallery of Art

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One of the Most Reviewed Art galleries in Warsaw


Address

plac Stanisława Małachowskiego 3, 00-916 Warszawa, Poland

Website

zacheta.art.pl

Contact

+48 22 556 96 51

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (3.9K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 12 to 8 PM
  • Friday: 12 to 8 PM
  • Saturday: 12 to 8 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 8 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 12 to 8 PM
  • Wednesday: (Labour Day), 12 to 8 PM, Hours might differ

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  • 5/5 Tatiana M. 2 years ago on Google • 298 reviews
    Seriously love this art gallery of modern art. Truly amazing exhibitions! ❤️ Always makes a wonderful impression on me, every time I am seeing different and unusual things and art works, that somehow influence my attitude towards this world. I visit nearly every exhibition, because it’s worth it. The halls are very big and very high ceilings, so you have a lot of space to think and to walk while enjoying your time. All the descriptions are in English language, so tourists are more than welcomed. There can be found a small book shop, where you can buy books of art and other staff. There is also a bathroom that is clean. You must take pictures while entering the main hall full of mirrors, really fun. In general the building is very gorgeous if I can say like that, white and very beautiful. And believe me you never know what to expect from this gallery, modern art is full of surprises for your mind. ❤️‍🔥 Must-visit for sure.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Iryna P. 10 months ago on Google • 272 reviews
    The Zachęta National Gallery of Art is one of the most popular points of interest in Warsaw. It is a contemporary art museum where you can find masterpieces and performances of Polish artists. The gallery is located in the central part of the capital city. You need around one hour to explore the exhibitions which combines all forms of contemporary art from paintings to installations, videos, photos and performances. Performances and exhibitions are best suited for adults. I was surprised that this gallery is a quite small. However, you should visit Zachęta.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Orestis -. 8 months ago on Google • 427 reviews
    The building is indeed very beautiful but the exhibits...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ig S. 4 months ago on Google • 523 reviews
    Mainly Contemporary Art.... You need to like it to visit or if you wish to learn

  • 5/5 Golnaar S. 4 years ago on Google • 267 reviews
    The Zachęta National Gallery of Art is a contemporary art museum in the center of Warsaw, Poland. The Gallery's chief purpose is to present and support Polish contemporary art and artists. With numerous temporary exhibitions of well-known foreign artists, the gallery has also established itself internationally. The word "zachęta" means encouragement. The Zachęta Gallery was founded in Warsaw in 1860. “ALIENATIONS OR THE FIRE NEXT TIME” was the name of the exhibition when I visited Zacheta. Such an amazing experience. series of videos and video installation. The first gallery was 3 big very impressive video which was carefully and precisely synchronized. The other exhibition on the first floor was about Urbanski's works. Kazimierz Urbański is a director of animated films and documentaries, set designer, screenwriter, animator, performer, and prominent teacher. He was born on 26th March 1929 in Święciechowa, near Leszno (Wielkopolska), and died on 18th January 2015. I know that the exhibitions will be different every few months but I want to mention these exhibitions because you can have an idea about what kind of fine art you are going to see in this museum. Depending on the exhibition you can spend a minimum of 3 hours in here. the location is nice and accessible. There are a nice cafe and shop in the museum that is worth checking out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Aga M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very beautiful inside but the exhibitions inside are always very unclear to me 🤔
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kateryna P. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a really good place to visit. Much more professional than the contemporary art museum!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 IN Places city g. 6 years ago on Google • 98 reviews
    Exhibition "THE FUTURE WILL BE DIFFERENT VISIONS AND PRACTICES OF SOCIAL MODERNISATION AFTER 1918" - Great exhibition devoted to the interwar period in Poland, with a narrative built around the key social ideas that were born after the country regained its independence in 1918. The modernizing ideas, focusing around the needs of previously underprivileged social groups — women, children, workers and ethnic minorities ... MUST!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 GentilDanseur G. 2 months ago on Google • 190 reviews New
    Very interesting contemporary museum promoting polish artists on two floors. Free entrance and late opening on thursdays.

  • 5/5 Emel A. 6 months ago on Google • 171 reviews
    It was great. If you are in Warsaw, be sure to stop by here. Both the building and the exhibits inside are wonderful. While you're there, be sure to visit the bookstore inside.

  • 5/5 Kirill L. 3 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous building, exciting art pieces.)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pablo Q. 2 years ago on Google
    very nice museum, went to a japanese exposition
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim A. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing gallery aestetics and visual style
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jēkabs �. 1 year ago on Google
    Some strange art which I don't regret seeing. The place is free entrance once a week.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laima 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful gallery. Every time I am there, a pleasant experience with great curated exhibitions.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 OZAY 2 years ago on Google
    Awsome 🤩
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Bartosz B. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautifully looking interior, with interesting pieces, it’s really calming and relaxing. Would recommend if u enjoy art.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anna M. 1 year ago on Google • 69 reviews
    deeply imprest. the whole expositions selected in a way, that different rooms made me cry or smile, gave me cheevers or just took my breath away... very emotional and astonishing

  • 3/5 R G. 2 months ago on Google • 42 reviews New
    Nice building. Small collection comprised mostly of MM. If you are a fan of "modern art" it's probably worth the visit. If you are not, skip it. The ticket price is a little much for what this is. 4 stars for the building, 2 for the collection.

  • 5/5 Oleksii M. 3 years ago on Google
    Omg the best place I ever seen

  • 5/5 George M. 7 years ago on Google
    Very kind stuff inside, inspiring art exhibitions, nice interior. We will surely revisit this National Gallery of Art! Fully recommended!

  • 5/5 Tomasz w. 3 months ago on Google • 17 reviews New
    What a briliant ecibition, highly recommended

  • 5/5 Ivan M. 2 years ago on Google
    Soft bright atmosphere no matter what current exhibitions are

  • 5/5 Adam Sometimes says (. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful building. Cool exhibits. And great gift shop.

  • 5/5 Christopher W. 2 years ago on Google
    Great gallery, best in Warsaw.

  • 3/5 Dmytro S. 1 year ago on Google
    Overall the place was interesting and the exhibition amazing. However, one of the staff (the one receiving the coats from visitors) thought that it was acceptable to treat us with yelling and rather poor attitude. 19th February 2023 15:50

  • 5/5 Giulia C. 1 year ago on Google
    Really good experience, so cool exhibition and really nice staff. You can’t miss it!

  • 1/5 daniel 1 year ago on Google
    The building is beautiful but exhibition right now (niepokoj przychodzi o zmierchu) it’s just tasteless 🤨😩 if that’s what the future artist going to make then god help us all 😬

  • 5/5 Kasia_D. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my favourite places in Warsaw, Thursdays are free entry, worth considering of you like contemporary art

  • 5/5 olya d. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing exhibitions. Loved the place

  • 5/5 Marc 1 year ago on Google
    Well spaced exhibits. Enjoyed the visit


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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