Green Gate
Brama Zielona
A Dutch-style city-gate palace at the east end of Long Market Street, originally a royal residence. Passing through it leads to the Motława River and the Green Bridge.
The Green Gate was built in the 1560s in the Dutch Mannerist style, modeled on the Antwerp City Hall. It was originally planned as a residence for Polish kings during their visits, but most of the kings preferred to stay elsewhere. Today it hosts temporary exhibitions as a branch of the National Museum. The second floor was once Lech Wałęsa's office. Passing through the archway leads to the Green Bridge over the Motława River. From the bridge you can look back at Long Market Street or out over the riverbanks, both classic vantage points.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; exhibitions about 10:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Długi Targ (Long Market)
- Mariacka Street
- Artus Court
- Gdańsk Shakespeare Theatre
- Neptune's Fountain
- St. Mary's Church
- Main Town Hall
- Gdańsk Crane