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Silesian Museum

Katowice, Poland

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Silesian Museum

A museum of Silesian history and Polish art built on the site of the former Katowice coal mine, with most galleries set underground. A mine shaft serves as an observation tower over the city, while ongoing construction and poor signage make the grounds hard to navigate.

Highlights

  • Upper Silesia history exhibition
  • Polish painting gallery
  • Observation tower in mine shaft

Good to know

  • Tuesday admission is free
  • Allow at least three hours
  • Bags go in coin-operated lockers

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