Warsaw Museum of Modern Art Entrance Ticket

Warsaw Museum of Modern Art Entrance Ticket

This flexible entrance ticket provides admission to the paid exhibitions at the Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw, together with a free audio guide in English or Polish. Musement states that the ticket remains valid for three hours after it is scanned at the museum.

View the Warsaw Museum of Modern Art ticket on Musement

The museum is at 103 Marszałkowska Street, beside Plac Defilad and close to the Palace of Culture and Science. Its permanent home opened in October 2024 and was designed by American architect Thomas Phifer as a light-filled contemporary-art space in the heart of Warsaw.

Important exhibition update: the Musement product description still refers to The Woman Question 1550–2025 and The City of Women. Both exhibitions ended on 3 May 2026. Visitors booking after that date should check the museum’s current programme rather than expecting those two exhibitions. On 23 June 2026, the principal temporary exhibitions included Maria Jarema: Cracked Modernism, ending 28 June 2026, and Julie Mehretu: Kairos/Hauntological Variations, running until 30 August 2026.

Ticket overview

The Musement product is a flexible entrance ticket rather than a timed guided tour. Visitors present the voucher at the Museum of Modern Art, where it is scanned and then remains valid for three hours.

Entrance fees are included, as is an audio-guide device available from reception. The audio guide is offered in English and Polish and should be requested when entering.

The ticket does not include a live guide, transport to the museum, food, drinks or admission to separately ticketed events unless the selected booking explicitly states otherwise.

Musement lists the experience as wheelchair accessible, instantly confirmed and available using a mobile or electronic voucher.

The product is non-refundable and cannot be changed or cancelled under the provider’s policy. The visit date should therefore be chosen carefully.

Quick facts

Check the current exhibitions

Modern and contemporary art museums change their programmes regularly. This matters particularly for this Musement ticket because the product description names exhibitions that are no longer running.

The Woman Question 1550–2025 and The City of Women both ran until 3 May 2026. A visitor booking in June 2026 or later should not expect to see them.

The entrance ticket may still be valid for the museum’s current paid exhibitions, but the exact galleries covered should be checked on the booking confirmation or directly with the museum.

Before paying, compare the Musement description with the exhibition calendar on the official museum website. This avoids booking mainly for an exhibition that has already closed.

Exhibition dates can also change because of installation work, conservation requirements, private events or unforeseen closures.

About the Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw

The Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw is a municipal cultural institution founded in 2005. It collects, presents and interprets modern and contemporary art, with a strong interest in Polish artistic life and its relationship with international developments.

The museum’s programme includes painting, sculpture, photography, film, performance, installation, design and socially engaged artistic practices. It also hosts talks, screenings, workshops, family activities and public programmes.

For many years, the museum operated from temporary venues. Its purpose-built permanent home opened on 25 October 2024 at Plac Defilad, beside one of Warsaw’s most recognisable buildings, the Palace of Culture and Science.

The institution presents both works from its collection and temporary exhibitions. Some displays focus on individual artists, while others examine political, social or historical themes through art.

Visitors should not expect a chronological survey resembling a conventional national art museum. Exhibitions are often thematic, experimental and designed to provoke interpretation or debate.

The new museum building

The museum was designed by Thomas Phifer and Partners, the New York architectural studio led by Thomas Phifer. The design uses a restrained composition of white rectangular volumes, horizontal openings and large windows.

Inside, natural light plays a central role. Broad stairs, tall galleries and city-facing windows create visual connections between the artwork, the visitors and central Warsaw.

The building’s minimalist exterior contrasts with the highly ornamented Palace of Culture and Science behind it. This relationship has made the museum one of Warsaw’s most discussed recent buildings.

The new museum is close to 20,000 square metres and contains galleries, educational spaces, public areas and a cinema programme known as Kinomuzeum.

The building itself is part of the visitor experience. Even travellers who are uncertain about contemporary art may find the architecture, central staircase and views towards the surrounding city worthwhile.

What to expect during a visit

After presenting the mobile or electronic ticket, visitors pass through the museum entrance and can request the included audio-guide device from reception.

The exact route depends on which exhibitions are open. Paid exhibitions are generally located in the upper gallery areas, while parts of the ground floor can be publicly accessible without a paid ticket.

Contemporary-art exhibitions can include conventional paintings and sculpture alongside film, sound, large installations, archival material and text-heavy displays.

Some works reward slow observation. Others are best understood by reading wall texts or listening to audio commentary. A three-hour ticket provides enough time for a substantial visit, but visitors do not need to use the entire period.

Large exhibitions can be visually and intellectually demanding. Short breaks on benches or in public spaces can make the visit more enjoyable.

The museum programme can include works dealing with politics, gender, war, migration, identity, sexuality and social conflict. Visitors should expect perspectives that may be challenging or unfamiliar.

Current exhibitions when checked

The following exhibitions were current on 23 June 2026. They are included here as planning information, not as a guarantee that every Musement ticket covers every gallery.

Maria Jarema: Cracked Modernism

This exhibition runs from 20 March to 28 June 2026. It examines the work of Maria Jarema, an important Polish modernist artist associated with painting, sculpture, theatre and experimental artistic circles.

Because the closing date was only a few days after this article was checked, travellers visiting later should not assume it remains available.

Julie Mehretu: Kairos/Hauntological Variations

This exhibition runs from 20 March to 30 August 2026. Julie Mehretu is known for large-scale, layered abstract paintings and drawings that combine architectural traces, movement, history and political tension.

The programme also involves works or artistic dialogue connected with Nairy Baghramian and Tacita Dean.

Other programmes

The museum also presents public events, screenings, educational activities, collection displays and free ground-floor content. These may have separate schedules or reservation requirements.

Check the museum calendar on the day of the visit because galleries can close temporarily while new exhibitions are installed.

The expired exhibitions named by Musement

The Woman Question 1550–2025

This large historical exhibition brought together almost 150 women artists and nearly 200 works spanning around five centuries. It examined women’s artistic authorship, power, education, self-representation, motherhood, war and resistance.

The exhibition included artists from the Renaissance to the present and challenged the belief that women artists were rare exceptions before the modern period.

It ran from 21 November 2025 to 3 May 2026 and is now closed.

The City of Women

This exhibition considered different approaches to feminist art, women’s artistic practices and changing understandings of gender and identity.

Its themes ranged from feminist language and reproductive rights to socialist feminism, communities and identities beyond binary categories.

It also ended on 3 May 2026.

These expired exhibitions remain useful examples of the museum’s curatorial approach, but they should not be presented as current attractions.

Audio guide and visit length

Musement includes an audio guide in English or Polish. Visitors should ask reception staff for the device after entering.

Audio-guide content can be exhibition-specific. When exhibitions change, the available route and commentary may also change.

The ticket is valid for three hours after scanning. This is longer than many visitors need for one or two exhibitions, but it gives enough flexibility to listen to commentary, read labels and take breaks.

A focused visit can take about 90 minutes. Art enthusiasts or visitors using the full audio guide may prefer two to three hours.

The audio guide does not replace a live specialist guide. Visitors wanting discussion, questions and personalised interpretation should look for a museum-led tour or book one separately.

What is included and not included

Included

• Entrance fees for the ticketed museum visit
• Three hours of validity after the ticket is scanned
• Free audio-guide device in English or Polish
• Mobile-voucher acceptance
• Instant booking confirmation
• Wheelchair-accessible admission as stated by Musement

Not included

• A live tour guide
• Transport to or from the museum
• Food and drinks
• Admission to separately priced cinema screenings, workshops or special events
• Private tours
• Souvenirs or exhibition catalogues

Some ground-floor areas can be free to enter directly through the museum. The Musement ticket is most relevant when visiting paid exhibitions.

Opening hours and admission timing

Current Warsaw museum information lists the Museum of Modern Art as open from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm from Tuesday to Sunday, with Monday closed.

Opening hours can change for public holidays, exhibition installation, special events or maintenance. Always check the official museum calendar before travelling.

Musement describes the ticket duration as flexible, but the visit must still occur while the museum is open and within any date conditions shown on the voucher.

Because the ticket remains valid for three hours after scanning, entering close to closing time may reduce the usable visit period. Arrive at least three hours before closing to use the full allowance.

Ticket desks, cloakrooms and individual galleries may stop admitting visitors before the building closes.

Location and public transport

The museum is located at 103 Marszałkowska Street on Plac Defilad, in central Warsaw. It is next to the Palace of Culture and Science and close to major shopping, transport and hotel areas.

The Świętokrzyska metro station serves both the M1 and M2 lines and is approximately a four-minute walk from the museum. Centrum station on the M1 line is also about four minutes away.

Numerous tram and bus routes use Marszałkowska Street and the surrounding city centre. Public transport is generally easier than driving because central parking can be limited and expensive.

Warsaw Central railway station is within walking distance, although passengers with luggage may prefer one metro stop, a tram or a taxi.

The museum is easy to combine with the Palace of Culture viewing terrace, Świętokrzyska Street, Nowy Świat, the Saxon Garden or central Warsaw restaurants.

Accessibility

Musement lists the ticket as wheelchair accessible. The purpose-built museum has lifts, accessible circulation and visitor facilities designed for people with reduced mobility.

Warsaw’s museum information also lists wheelchair, stroller and elevator access.

Individual exhibitions can include dark rooms, sound installations, narrow viewing areas or seating arrangements that affect the experience. Staff can advise on the most accessible route.

The museum offers accessibility resources connected with selected exhibitions, which can include audio descriptions, tactile graphics, Polish Sign Language, easy-to-read material and sound descriptions.

Visitors who require a wheelchair, personal assistance, a quiet route or detailed access information should contact the museum before travelling.

Children and families

Children under 13 may visit only when accompanied by an adult.

Contemporary art can be engaging for families because it often uses large objects, sound, film and unusual materials. However, not every exhibition is designed for young children.

Some works include adult themes, nudity, violence or traumatic subject matter. Parents should review the sensitive-content information before entering.

Strollers are generally supported by the accessible building, although crowded gallery conditions or individual installations may require care.

The museum also runs family and educational programmes, but these are separate from the basic entrance ticket and may require advance booking.

Sensitive content

Musement warns that some artworks can contain nudity, depictions or discussion of violence and references to traumatic experiences.

The museum provides a sensitive-content map at reception and online. The map identifies where relevant works are located and describes the nature of the content.

This allows visitors to choose whether to view or avoid particular works without needing to skip an entire exhibition.

Visitors attending with children, survivors of trauma or anyone who prefers advance warning should request the map before entering the galleries.

Contemporary art often addresses difficult social and political subjects directly. Reading the warnings is part of planning an informed visit, not a sign that the entire museum is unsuitable.

Photography and visitor conduct

Personal photography is commonly allowed in museum galleries unless a sign states otherwise. Flash, tripods and commercial equipment may be restricted.

Copyright or lender agreements can prohibit photography of particular works. Follow the instructions displayed beside each exhibition.

Keep phones silent, avoid blocking narrow routes and do not touch artworks unless an installation is explicitly interactive.

Large bags, wet umbrellas and bulky items may need to be placed in a cloakroom or locker to protect the art and keep routes clear.

Ask staff before filming extended video, conducting a photo shoot or using images for commercial publication.

Facilities and useful planning notes

The museum’s central location makes it easy to find cafés and restaurants nearby. On-site food arrangements can change, so visitors requiring a meal should not rely on a café being available without checking.

Toilets, lifts, seating and cloakroom facilities are expected in the modern purpose-built building. Temporary restrictions can apply during major events.

Exhibition catalogues, books and design items may be available from the museum shop. These are not included with the ticket.

The Kinomuzeum cinema has a separate programme and ticketing system. A general exhibition ticket should not be assumed to include a film screening.

The museum is fully indoors and is a useful activity during rain, winter cold or very hot weather, although the walk from public transport is partly exposed.

Who this museum suits

• Visitors interested in modern and contemporary art
• Travellers curious about current Polish culture and political debate
• Architecture enthusiasts interested in Thomas Phifer’s museum design
• Visitors seeking a central indoor activity
• Solo travellers who prefer an audio-guided visit
• People who enjoy temporary exhibitions rather than a fixed permanent display
• Returning Warsaw visitors looking beyond the city’s historical museums

The museum may be less suitable for travellers wanting a traditional chronological collection of famous European paintings.

It may also disappoint anyone booking solely to see the two women’s-art exhibitions still described on Musement, because those exhibitions ended in May 2026.

Booking and planning tips

• Check the official exhibition calendar before buying this ticket.
• Do not expect The Woman Question or The City of Women after 3 May 2026.
• Confirm which current paid exhibitions the Musement ticket covers.
• Choose the visit date carefully because the ticket is non-refundable and non-changeable.
• Arrive at least three hours before closing to use the full ticket period.
• Request the included English or Polish audio guide at reception.
• Ask for the sensitive-content map when relevant.
• Bring proof when using a reduced ticket category.
• Remember that visitors under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Use Świętokrzyska or Centrum metro station for a short walk to the museum.
• Allow at least 90 minutes even for a focused visit.
• Check whether a special event, screening or workshop requires a separate ticket.
• Travel with a small bag to make cloakroom and security arrangements easier.
• Save the mobile voucher offline before arriving.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw?

It is at 103 Marszałkowska Street on Plac Defilad, beside the Palace of Culture and Science.

How long is the Musement ticket valid?

The ticket remains valid for three hours after it is scanned at the museum.

Is the ticket timed?

Musement describes the duration as flexible, but the visit must take place during museum opening hours and according to the date conditions on the voucher.

What is included?

The ticket includes entrance fees and a free English or Polish audio-guide device.

Is a live guide included?

No. This is an entrance ticket with an audio guide, not a live guided tour.

Are The Woman Question and The City of Women still open?

No. Both exhibitions ended on 3 May 2026, although they remain described on the Musement product page.

Which exhibitions were current in June 2026?

When checked on 23 June 2026, the programme included Maria Jarema: Cracked Modernism until 28 June and Julie Mehretu: Kairos/Hauntological Variations until 30 August.

What languages are available?

The ticket and audio-guide information is available in English and Polish.

Is the museum wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Musement lists wheelchair access, and the modern building has lifts and accessible visitor routes.

Can children visit?

Yes, but visitors under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Does the museum contain sensitive content?

Some works include nudity, violence or traumatic subject matter. A sensitive-content map is available from reception and online.

What are the current opening hours?

Current Warsaw museum information lists Tuesday to Sunday from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with Monday closed. Check the official website for changes.

Which metro station is closest?

Świętokrzyska station on the M1 and M2 lines and Centrum station on the M1 line are both approximately four minutes away on foot.

Is every part of the museum paid?

No. Some ground-floor areas can be free, while the Musement ticket provides access to paid exhibition areas.

Can I take photographs?

Personal photography is usually possible unless signs prohibit it. Flash, tripods and commercial photography may be restricted.

Can I cancel the ticket?

No. Musement lists this product as non-refundable, non-changeable and non-cancellable.

Who supplies the ticket?

The listed provider is BILEDO Sp. z o.o.

How much does the ticket cost?

Musement showed prices from US$10.00 when checked on 23 June 2026. The final amount can vary with currency and ticket category.

How much time should I allow?

Allow about 90 minutes for a focused visit or two to three hours when using the audio guide and exploring several galleries.

Check the ticket and current availability on Musement

Important: The exhibitions described on the Musement page were no longer current when this article was checked. Exhibition schedules, opening hours and gallery access can change, so verify the official museum programme before purchasing this non-refundable ticket.