Silesian Museum: A Gateway to Silesian History and Culture
Explore Silesia's rich history, art, and natural wonders at the Czech Republic's oldest public museum in Opava.
The Silesian Museum in Opava, established in 1814, stands as the oldest public museum in the Czech Republic and the third largest, boasting over 2.4 million artifacts. Its collections vividly portray the natural history, art, and cultural evolution of Silesia from the Ice Age to the present day.
A brief summary to Silesian Museum
- Komenského 419/10, 746 01, CZ
- +420553714809
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9 am-12 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-12 pm
- Thursday 9 am-12 pm
- Friday 9 am-12 pm
- Saturday 9 am-12 pm
- Sunday 9 am-12 pm
Local tips
- Check the museum's website for current opening hours and special events before your visit.
- Allow at least 90 minutes to fully explore the main 'Silesia' exhibition.
- Consider visiting other Silesian Museum sites, such as the Nový Dvůr Arboretum, for a broader experience.
Getting There
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Walking
From Opava Východ train station, walk along Janská Street towards the town center. Continue onto Horní náměstí (Upper Square), then turn onto Komenského Street. The Silesian Museum will be on your right, approximately a 15-minute walk. No costs involved.
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Public Transport
From Opava Východ train station, take a local bus or trolleybus towards the town center. Get off at a stop near Horní náměstí (Upper Square), such as 'Městský stadion'. From there, walk along Komenského Street to the Silesian Museum, a short 5-minute walk. A single public transport fare is approximately 12 Kč.
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