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Barbican

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free admission
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Kraków’s Barbican was built in 1498–99 as an important part of the city’s fortifications. With its thick walls, arrow slits, machicolations and observation towers, it was designed to protect both the city and the Municipal Arsenal. It also had a ceremonial role as the “Gate of Glory” on the Royal Route, through which monarchs and important guests entered Kraków.

The fortress was nigh impregnable. It helped to repel the attack of Maximilian Habsburg in 1587 and the Russian army during the Bar Confederation in 1768. During the Swedish Deluge of 1655, however, it surrendered after the defenders ran out of ammunition.

In the early 19th century, when most of Kraków’s medieval city walls were being demolished, the Barbican was also at risk. It survived thanks to the efforts of Feliks Radwański, an architect, professor and senator of the Free City of Kraków, who argued that the northern part of the fortifications should be preserved as an important reminder of the city’s past.

Estimated visiting time: 30 min.
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Information for people with disabilities

Parking & Parking spaces
There are no parking spaces on the premises. The nearest parking spaces are located within the paid parking zone at ul. św. Marka 18 (1 space), ul. św. Marka 27 (1 space), and pl. Świętego Ducha square (2 spaces). Visitors with a valid disabled parking permit park for free.

Customer Service Centre/Reception
Self-service ticket office (ticket machine)

Barrier-free route
Historic building, partially adapted for visitors with disabilities. The paved courtyard of the Barbican is accessible to wheelchair users. The paved courtyard inside the Barbican is accessible to wheelchair users, however, the inner galleries are not.

Lift
Not available

Toilet
No toilet for persons with disabilities.

Service for deaf visitors (PJM/SJM interpretation)
The Museum of Kraków offers guided tours with a Polish Sign Language (PJM/SJM) interpreter at all its branches. Please book this service in advance.

Assistance dogs
In all its branches, the Museum of Kraków welcomes people with disabilities accompanied by assistance dogs.

Children’s corner / Family area
Not available

Wi-Fi
Not available