Croissant Museum — Attraction in Poznan

In general, a must see attraction if you are visiting Poznan, very priceworthy and it was me and my partners best activity during our short stay there. This is a review of the English session of the "museum". Read more below for details.

Me (Swedish) and my partner (Polish) went to the showing of the "museum" on the 13th of July 2021. My partner said she had been wanting to visit this place before, but had not found the opportunity to do so. As it was my first time in Poznan and I had never heard of it (I am not a Pole :D)I didn't know what to expect.

I just heard "Yeah it's a croissant museum where you look at how they were made and came to be in Poznan", and I picture any ol' museum with glassed in stuff that has small pieces of text about the general facts and perhaps a guide speaking moderate English explaining me about this pastry (I am not a super fan of museums in general).

But oh was I wrong about that expectation. You will be placed in a room fit for an audience of about 20-30 people with a table that has some ingredients and chefs tools. After a short while the show starts, and we had two gentlemen who had brilliant English and a good sense of humor taking us along for the ride.

Notice that I choose the word "show" and not "tour" as I would describe this as more of an interactive history lesson / cooking show where the audience is invited to try different tools while hearing about the history of Saint Martin and the croissants.

All in all, if you are bored of classic museum style going around looking at static objects and instead feel like going to an interactive show where you will help whip up some croissants with your fellow people, have quite a few laughs and learn a little bit of history, you should not miss the opportunity to visit this place, should you ever find yourself in Poznan.

5/5 best attraction/activity...

Here’s the review in English:

We booked the 3:30 PM show in English, 60 PLN per person for an hour. It’s not a museum, not a workshop, but rather a short play-style explanation. From the description, I got the impression it was suitable for children. First of all, there’s nothing for kids to do there, especially if they don’t understand English. Even if they do, the actors’ heavy accents made it very difficult to follow—we had to guess half of the words. The story itself was not interesting, neither for kids nor for adults. My husband and the kids left in the middle; I stayed to listen. “Now we knead the dough. Now we roll it. Now we let it rise.” Just a complete waste of an hour, not to mention the money.

The kids were waiting for the croissant at the end, but we were surprised to receive just a quarter of a croissant per person, filled with marzipan (definitely not a taste children expected). A quarter croissant was quite embarrassing, but I guess that’s what they call a “tasting.” So if you want to hear a fictional story about how croissants were invented and the steps of making them, maybe...

If you’re a fan of croissants—or even if you’re just a fan of having a good time—do yourself a favor and visit the Croissant Museum. This place is nothing short of spectacular. I came for the history but stayed for the humor, the charm, and the amazing staff who make the experience truly unforgettable.

From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by the most delightful team of gentlemen who clearly love what they do. Their enthusiasm is contagious, and they have a knack for making every visitor feel like they're part of something special. Not to mention, their quick wit and playful banter add an extra layer of joy to the experience—just like the layers of a perfect croissant.

The museum itself is a feast for the senses. It’s not just about learning; it’s about laughing, engaging, and, of course, indulging in some of the best croissants you’ll ever taste. The exhibits are creative, interactive, and infused with humor, making history feel anything but dry. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or just looking for a fun outing, this place has something...