Nowy Ratusz, Radom’s New Town Hall, stands on the northeastern side of the city’s Market Square. Its tower, clock and distinctive façade make it a notable historic stop in the city centre, though the building is unused and interior access details are not provided.
- Location: northeastern frontage of the Market Square (Rynek).
- Visit basics: no interior opening hours, ticket details or access rules are provided.
Where to find Nowy Ratusz
Nowy Ratusz faces the Market Square from its northeastern frontage, in the historic heart of Radom. From Hotel E7, it’s about a 25-minute walk or a 7-minute drive. After exploring the square, you can return to a Comfort Double or Twin Room.
The square is a useful starting point for taking in this part of town. The city lists the town hall among the sights of the Kazimierzowski Town area, alongside the Market Square and other historic landmarks.
What to notice about the building
Nowy Ratusz is a Neo-Renaissance building formed by two wings set at a right angle. Its features include a tall corner tower, rusticated façades, arched windows and crenellations; beneath the tower clock, look for the Radom coat of arms.
The present building replaced an earlier town hall that stood in the middle of the Market Square and was demolished in 1818. Construction of the new one began in 1845, following a general design by architect Henryk Marconi, with Ludwik Radziszewski and Ludwik Konkowski supervising the work. The town hall was completed between 1847 and 1848.
A town clock was installed in the tower in 1852. The current electronic clock strikes the hours and plays a noon bugle call based on a composition by Mikołaj z Radomia.
The building’s civic role changed over time. It housed the municipal administration from 1918 to 1939 and remained the seat of city authorities until 1954 after World War II. The City National Council transferred it to the State Archives in 1958; the archives operated there from 1964 to 2012. The Muzeum Historii Radomia offers another perspective on local history.
Planning a short visit
Plan to see the exterior from the Market Square, since the building is unused and visitor opening hours, ticket information and interior access rules are not provided.
For a compact stop, begin with a look at the building from the square, then take time to pick out the tower and façade features.
Other nearby historic sights
The Kazimierzowski Town area brings several historic landmarks together around the Market Square. The city’s list includes fragments of the medieval town walls, St. John the Baptist parish church, remains of the Royal Castle and the former Piarist College, as well as the historic houses of Gąska and Esterka.
Dom Esterki is one of the historic houses to look for around the square; learn what to know about Dom Esterki before your visit.
FAQs
Can you go inside Nowy Ratusz?
The building is unused, and opening hours, ticket details and interior access rules are not provided. If entering matters to your plans, check those details before you go.
Where is Nowy Ratusz in Radom?
It stands on the northeastern frontage of the Market Square, also known as Rynek.
What architectural style is Nowy Ratusz?
It is Neo-Renaissance, with two wings set at a right angle and a tall corner tower.