The museum is built inside a 4,000-square-meter underground cistern that was part of the city's water supply system starting in 1893.
The water curtain at the entrance is programmed to display various shapes and text as visitors walk through it without getting wet.
The replica of the Trieste bathyscaphe is displayed to highlight the exploration of the Mariana Trench.
A portion of the museum uses high-tech projection mapping to demonstrate the hydrological cycle.
The building's brick walls retain a constant microclimate, which was necessary for its original function as a water reservoir.
The facility features a dedicated zone exploring the history of Wrocław's complex water supply and sewage systems.
Hydropolis is a specialized science and technology center located inside a historic 19th-century underground clean water reservoir. The facility utilizes multimedia installations, interactive touch screens, and full-scale replicas to educate visitors on the role of water in civilization and nature. The exhibition spans several themed zones, including one dedicated to the deep ocean, the history of water engineering, and the water cycle. The venue is housed in a subterranean space characterized by its original brick-vaulted architecture, which was decommissioned as a reservoir in 2011. It is currently one of the few places in Poland exclusively focused on water-related educational content. The exhibition emphasizes both biological and technical aspects of water management, utilizing light, sound, and water features to illustrate complex scientific concepts. The site is part of the city's broader industrial heritage revitalization program.
The illuminated circular central hall with its dramatic vaulted brick ceiling.
Purchase tickets online in advance to skip the queue at the main entrance.
Wear comfortable shoes as the exhibition requires navigating multiple zones with varying floor surfaces inside the reservoir.
Focus on the interactive terminals rather than just walking past the displays to fully engage with the multimedia content.
Do not rush through the rooms, as the primary content is found within the interactive screens and video installations which are easily missed.
Closed on certain public holidays; check official calendar for specific maintenance dates.
