Amber Museum

About

The Amber Museum in Gdańsk celebrates the city’s centuries‑old connection to Baltic amber, showcasing one of the most impressive collections of this unique natural material. Housed in the historic Great Mill, the museum blends modern design with medieval architecture, creating an atmospheric setting for its exhibitions. Visitors can explore the origins of amber, its role in trade, and the craftsmanship that transformed it into jewellery, artworks, and decorative objects. The displays highlight both ancient pieces and contemporary designs, revealing how amber has inspired artists across generations. Fascinating inclusions of prehistoric insects and plants offer a glimpse into the distant past preserved within the golden resin. The museum provides an engaging journey through science, history, and artistry, making it one of Gdańsk’s most distinctive cultural attractions.

Gdansk Poland
Amber Museum
Location

The Amber Museum in Gdańsk is housed in the historic Great Mill (Wielki Młyn) at Wielkie Młyny 16, just on the northern edge of the Old Town, a short walk from the main pedestrian route along Długa Street and Długi Targ. It is close to St Mary’s Basilica, the Long Market with the Neptune Fountain, the Main Town Hall and Mariacka Street, known for its amber jewellery shops, while the Motława riverfront and the medieval Crane are also within easy walking distance through the compact historic centre.

Museum of Gdańsk Main Town Hall Museum of Gdańsk Main Town Hall Museum National Museum in Gdańsk National Museum in Gdańsk Museum National Maritime Museum in Gdańsk National Maritime Museum in Gdańsk Museum Museum of the Second World War Museum of the Second World War Museum European Solidarity Centre European Solidarity Centre Museum Artus Court Artus Court Museum Uphagen House Uphagen House Museum Archaeological Museum in Gdansk Archaeological Museum in Gdansk Museum NOMUS – New Art Museum NOMUS – New Art Museum Museum SS Sołdek Museum Ship SS Sołdek Museum Ship Museum The Crane The Crane Museum Polish Post Office Museum Polish Post Office Museum Museum Museum of the Polish Baltic Philharmonic Museum of the Polish Baltic Philharmonic Concert Hall Gdański Teatr Szekspirowski Gdański Teatr Szekspirowski Theatre Teatr Wybrzeże Teatr Wybrzeże Theatre Teatr Miniatura Teatr Miniatura Theatre Teatr Leśny Teatr Leśny Theatre Baltic Opera Baltic Opera Opera House Wisłoujście Fortress Wisłoujście Fortress Castle Postern of Bastion Schütz Postern of Bastion Schütz Fortress St. Mary's Church Gdansk St. Mary's Church Gdansk Basilica Oliwa Cathedral Oliwa Cathedral Cathedral St. Catherine’s Church Gdansk St. Catherine’s Church Gdansk Church St. Bridget’s Church St. Bridget’s Church Church St. John’s Church Gdansk St. John’s Church Gdansk Church Church of the Holy Trinity Gdansk Church of the Holy Trinity Gdansk Church Neptune's Fountain Neptune's Fountain Sculpture Golden Gate Golden Gate Historical Landmark Green Gate Green Gate Museum Westerplatte Westerplatte Monument Oliwa Park Oliwa Park Park Gdańsk Zoo Gdańsk Zoo Zoo Brzeźno Pier Brzeźno Pier Tourist attractions AmberSky Ferris Wheel AmberSky Ferris Wheel Tourist attractions Papugarnia Gdańsk Papugarnia Gdańsk Zoo Astronomical Observatory in Gdańsk Astronomical Observatory in Gdańsk Observatory President Ronald Reagan Park President Ronald Reagan Park Park Park Oruński im. Emilii Hoene Park Oruński im. Emilii Hoene Park Olivia Garden Olivia Garden Tourist attractions French Garden French Garden Garden