overview opening hours about the place services The Polish Institute in Prague is part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland and one of twenty-five Polish Institutes around the world, whose main aim is to broaden and deepen awareness of Polish culture, history and society. more about the place opening hours january—december mon—fri 10:00—15:00 The institute’s program can be found here. more about opening hours opening hours january—december mon—fri 10:00—15:00 The institute’s program can be found here. The Polish Institute in Prague is now based in the Metro Palace at Národní třída 961/25, with the entrance via staircase B. The Polish Institute has an extensive library which is open to the public.