Działyński Palace in Poznań is one of the most elegant residences on the Old Market Square, a refined Baroque‑classicist landmark that has long played a role in the city’s cultural and intellectual life. Built in the eighteenth century for the noble Działyński family, the palace became a meeting place for scholars, writers and activists, shaping its reputation as a centre of Polish thought during times of political change. Today it houses the Kórnik Library’s Poznań branch and hosts exhibitions, concerts and literary events that continue this tradition of learning and creativity. Its grand façade, ornate interiors and atmospheric courtyard make it a distinctive presence in the heart of the city. Działyński Palace remains a symbol of Poznań’s heritage, blending architectural beauty with a legacy of cultural engagement.
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Działyński Palace is located at Stary Rynek 78 in the heart of Poznań's Old Market Square, on the western side near Franciszkańska Street. Nearby, visitors can explore the iconic Town Hall with its famous mechanical goats, Parish Church of St. Stanislaus (Fara Church), Croissant Museum, Archaeological Museum, Museum of Musical Instruments, and Greater Poland Military Museum, all within the vibrant Old Town area filled with colorful Renaissance townhouses, cafés, and restaurants.
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Museum of Applied Arts Poznan
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Museum of the History of Poznań
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Wielkopolska Military Museum
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Museum of Musical Instruments
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Ethnographic Museum Poznan
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Archaeological Museum
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Genius Loci Archaeological Reserve
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Porta Posnania
Cultural Centre
Enigma Cipher Centre
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Poznań Croissant Museum
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Museum of Armaments
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Museum of the Wielkopolska Uprising 1918–1919
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Fort VII Museum
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June 1956 Poznań Uprising Museum
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Museum of Historical Costume
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Museum of the Poznań Bambers
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Armoured Warfare Museum
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Muzeum Ziemi UAM
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Feliks Nowowiejski Music Salon Museum
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Henryk Sienkiewicz Literary Museum
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Józef Ignacy Kraszewski Museum
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Mieszkanie-Pracownia Kazimiery Iłłakowiczówny
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Municipal Gallery Arsenal
Gallery
Grand Theatre, Poznań
Theatre
Teatr Polski w Poznaniu
Theatre
Teatr Nowy im. Tadeusza Łomnickiego
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Teatr Muzyczny w Poznaniu
Theatre
Polski Teatr Tańca
Theatre
Scena na Piętrze
Theatre
Royal Castle
Castle
Zamek Cesarski
Castle
Górka Palace
Palace
Pałac Arcybiskupów Poznańskich
Palace
Park Cytadela
Park
Poznań Cathedral
Cathedral
Bazylika kolegiacka Matki Bożej Nieustającej Pomocy
Basilica
Church of St. Wojciech
Church
Corpus Christi Church
Church
Poznań Town Hall
Town Hall
Old Brewery
Tourist attractions
Jezioro Maltańskie
Lake
Mural Śródka
Tourist attractions
Sołacki Park
Park
Woodrow Wilson Park
Park
Park im. Fryderyka Chopina
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University Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden
Dendrological Garden of the University of Life Sciences
Botanical Garden
Palmiarnia Poznańska
Botanical Garden
Old Zoo
Zoo
New Zoo
Zoo