New Sightseeing Routes at the Royal Castle in Warsaw

Beginning May 2, the Royal Castle in Warsaw will be transformed. New sightseeing routes will open areas previously inaccessible to visitors, providing deeper insight into the former royal residence—from the intimacy of "Thursday Luncheons" to the heights of grand politics.

For history enthusiasts, a major highlight will be the reopening of long-inaccessible interiors. As part of the Royal Route, visitors can now explore the Green Room, dedicated to social games, and the renowned Yellow Room, where King Stanislaus Augustus welcomed artists and scholars for the legendary Thursday Luncheons.

The Royal Route

This is an exceptional opportunity to go behind the scenes of the last Polish monarch's life. Highlights include the spectacular state rooms of the Great Apartment—such as the Throne Room, the Great Assembly Hall, and the Canaletto Room, home to the most renowned gallery of old Warsaw vedute. The route is completed by a visit to the private Royal Apartment, providing an intimate glimpse into the ruler’s chambers, including the newly opened Yellow and Green Rooms.

The Museum Route

This route offers a journey through world-class museum collections. Visitors will encounter priceless works by Jan Matejko and Rembrandt and visit the historic Senate Chamber, where the Constitution of May 3 was signed. The experience is further enriched by access to the apartments of the presidents of the Second Polish Republic, the rooms of Prince Stanisław Poniatowski, the Porcelain Gallery, and the Parliamentary Chambers.

The Castle Route

This ticket grants access to all exhibition spaces within the residence, combining both the Royal and Museum Routes. Guests can explore the Royal Apartments, the Matejko Gallery, the Parliamentary Chambers, and the Lanckoroński Gallery. The Castle Route is perfect for those wishing to experience the Castle in its entirety—from history to art.

The Palace Route

This ticket grants access to the Apartment of Prince Józef Poniatowski in the Tin-Roofed Palace. During his lifetime, the palace was among the capital’s most celebrated social salons. Later, as Minister of War, it served as headquarters for the Army of the Duchy of Warsaw and even hosted Napoleon Bonaparte. Until June 28, visitors can also view the exhibition The Last Castle. Polish "Castle-ness": from Wawel to Stobnica.

The Gold Ticket

The ultimate choice for complete immersion, this ticket grants entry to every permanent exhibition open that day—both in the Castle and the Tin-Roofed Palace. It is ideal for those who want to experience everything the residence has to offer in a single visit.

Wednesday Route

The tradition of Free Wednesdays at the Royal Castle remains unchanged. It is the perfect opportunity to visit the Tin-Roofed Palace and a special Castle route, featuring the Lanckoroński Gallery and its most precious masterpieces, free of charge. On these days, the residence is open for individual tours. Free tickets are available at the box office immediately before your visit (be sure to arrive early, as the number of tickets is limited!). Please keep in mind that the Wednesday offer follows a shortened route and does not include the newly opened Yellow and Green Rooms or the Parliamentary Chambers. An optional audio guide service is available for 10 PLN.

New ticket prices

• Royal Route:
  standard ticket – 60 zł, reduced ticket – 45 zł (with audioguide),
  school ticket – 1 zł
• Museum Route:
  standard ticket – 60 zł, reduced ticket – 45 zł (with audioguide),
  school ticket – 1 zł
• Castle Route:
  standard ticket – 95 zł, reduced ticket – 75 zł (with audioguide)
• Palace Route:
  standard ticket – 30 zł, reduced ticket – 20 zł (with audioguide ,
  school ticket – 1 zł
• Gold Ticket:
  standard ticket – 110 zł, reduced ticket – 90 zł (with audioguide

The audio guide is also available as a standalone service for 10 PLN.

Group Ticket Prices

Royal Route

standard – 55 zł
reduced – 40 zł
reduced for guardian – 15 zł (max 2 people per group)
school ticket – 1 zł

Museum Route

standard – 55 zł
reduced – 40 zł
reduced for guardian – 15 zł (max 2 people per group)
school ticket – 1 zł

Groups must consist of between 10 and 30 people. Visitors in guided groups are required to use GTS headsets. An additional fee of 5 PLN applies for renting an audio guide or a GTS headset. Guests may also use their own GTS-compatible headphones.

We also invite you to visit the Castle Gardens, which are open to the public free of charge. The gardens provide a relaxing space for all visitors. The reconstructed Gardens of the Royal Castle in Warsaw restore a historic landscape inseparably linked to the Castle’s legacy, the character of the Old Town, and the city’s panorama as seen from the Vistula River.

Information about the new routes, ticket prices effective May 2, 2026, and the Castle’s opening hours is available on the website.