Nature and Forest Museum
Muzeum Przyrodniczo-Leśne BPN
The national park's educational museum, which uses life-size displays to show the ecology of the primeval forest across the seasons. It is the best preparation before entering the forest.
The museum sits in the Palace Park and serves as the education center of Białowieża National Park. Large immersive displays show the different habitats of the primeval forest and its changes across day, night, and the seasons. Exhibits include bison, wolves, and lynx specimens, along with information on forest conservation and local history. A visit takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. An observation tower next to the museum offers views over the park. It is open daily in summer, may close on Mondays in the off-season, and requires a ticket.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:00 (may close Mondays in off-season)
Nearby sights
- Palace Park in Białowieża
- St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Białowieża
- Strict Reserve of Białowieża National Park
- Open-Air Museum of Wooden Architecture, Białowieża
- Żebra Żubra Trail
- Carska Railway Station Restaurant
- European Bison Show Reserve
- Royal Oaks Way