Military History Museum — Attraction in Centru Sector

I think this place is best known for a few tanks, MiGs, rockets and artillary pieces outside, which it seems entirely possible to see for free even outside museum hours, but the inside is also worth visiting. It starts with a room of both ancient and medieval weaponry and proceeds through 17th, 18th and 19th centuries to the major conflicts of the 20th century, including the Soviet Union in Afghanistan. There is also a bit about the 1992 secession of Transnistria (worth contrasting with the treatment of the same event in the Tiraspol museum, if you get there too) and Chernobyl, where you can real photos of events you may have seen in the drama series. Then, just as you think it is coming to an end, it all gets very dark. You head down into the basement past displays on the Molotov/ von Ribbentrop pact and the Soviet occupation to a series of galleries about the Cheka, NKVD and various stories of deporation to the gulag in Siberia. English language signage is quite good, but there are lots of letters and documents which are not. Nonetheless, it is quite moving and makes this museum stand out over other, similar institutions...

Very cool place to visit if you really like military and war information. The first time I went when I entered the building I couldn't find anyone to assist me with entry to the museum. There were no people around the entire lobby of the museum. I assume because there isn't too much traffic in the museum they keep staffing low to reduce overhead costs. Nonetheless, the second time around I found the attendant and was able to gain entry to the museum. There are two parts to the museum, an inside attraction and an outside one as well which had large size war vehicles such as tanks and plans. The inside consisted mostly of documents, uniforms, guns, ammo, videos and things of that sort. There was a small entry fee but if I'm not mistaken it wasn't more than 3.00 US. Check before going to make sure on this. Overall I would suggest a visit if you're in...

Located in the heart of Chișinău, just a block up from the main road, this museum is fantastic. Walked around the outside this time, but entrance to go inside is cheap, just 10 Lei for entry and an additional 10 Lei if you want to take photos.

The outside displays are in immaculate condition, with some dating back to pre WWI. Most have a tag in English explaining the history and specifications. It’s great to see a country preserve their history.

Kids will love it, being able to climb on some of the tanks, etc. Wheelchair access outside could be a little challenging in places. Definitely going back for a tour...