The European Solidarity Centre Tour
Last update – November 2025
The European Solidarity Centre (also known as the Solidarity Museum) is a modern landmark located in the historic Gdańsk Shipyard, just a 5-minute walk from Gdańsk Central Train Station. The exhibition presents Poland’s complex history from the end of the Second World War to the first free elections in 1989.
The museum is fully interactive and suitable for visitors of all ages.
Children can crawl inside a large police van, explore a shipyard crane, and play with an electric car.
Adults will see numerous artefacts from the communist era, helping them better understand what life behind the Iron Curtain looked like.
During the visit, you will learn how Lech Wałęsa, a simple shipyard worker, became the leader of the first independent trade union “Solidarity” and later the first democratic president of Poland after WWII. The exhibition also shows what was happening at the same time in other communist countries such as Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and East Germany (DDR).
The European Solidarity Centre Tour – Details
Meeting point: The European Solidarity Centre in Gdańsk, or hotel pick-up can be arranged.
Duration: approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours
Price: €150 per group
Entrance Fees
Regular ticket: 35 PLN
Reduced ticket: 30 PLN
Group ticket (11+ people): 32 PLN
Reduced group ticket (11+ people): 25 PLN
How to book the European Solidarity Centre Tour
The best way is to fill in the contact form. We always reply within 24 hours.
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The email subject will be: “Tour Guide Service Gdańsk”. You can also contact us via WhatsApp 💬 0048 506 99 17 72.
FAQ – European Solidarity Centre Guided Tour
1. ⏱ How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours.
2. 🚍 What does the tour include?
Entry and guided visit to the interactive exhibition at the European Solidarity Centre in Gdańsk.
Insight into Polish post-WWII history, the rise of Solidarity, and comparisons with other communist countries.
Opportunities for children to explore exhibits, including a shipyard crane, a police van, and an electric car.
3. 🎟 Is the entrance fee included?
No, the entrance fee is not included in the tour price.
Regular and reduced tickets and group pricing apply.
4. 👥 Is this tour private or shared?
This is a private guided tour — personalized for your group.
5. 🌐 What languages are available for the tour?
Tours are available in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Russian, and Polish (on request).
6. 📍 Where does the tour start?
Meeting point is at the European Solidarity Centre. Pickup from hotel or accommodation can be arranged if requested.
7. 👟 what should I wear or prepare?
Wear comfortable shoes. The exhibition involves walking through various displays and exhibition areas.
8. 📞 How can I book?
You can book using the contact form on the website. Provide your preferred date, number of participants, and language preference.
You may combine this trip with Gdansk City Tour, World War 2 in Gdansk or The Solidarity Route in Gdansk – The Lech Walesa tour
