Germanisches Nationalmuseum

Nuremberg, Germany

The Germanisches Nationalmuseum, founded in 1852, houses a large collection of items relating to German culture and art extending from prehistoric times through to the present day. With current holdings of about 1.2 million objects, the Germanisches Nationalmuseum is Germany's largest museum of cultural history.

Particular highlights include works of Albrecht Dürer, Veit Stoß and Rembrandt, the earliest surviving terrestrial globe, the first pocket watch in the world as well as the largest collection of historical musical instrument in Europe.

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Founded: 1852
Category: Museums in Germany
Historical period: German Confederation (Germany)

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Frédéric Borgognon (3 months ago)
Germanisches Nationalmuseum is opened every day except Monday. It is part of the Nurnberg card that allow you to get for free or you have to pay an admission fee to visit it. To get there the best way is to walk (approx 10min) from the main train station. This museum is perfect for raining days or for Sunday. The Germanisches Nationalmuseum is the largest museum of cultural history in Germany. The museum was partially destroyed during World War II, but new architectural buildings were rebuilt to welcomed all the objects. The museum is huge, you will get lost. Also special exhibitions are presented during the year. I suggest to visit this museum on raining days or the Sunday when everything is closed as you will need time to see all the areas.
Patrik Hammar (4 months ago)
An amazing museum with fantastic artifacts, with a medieval monastery integrated into the building. The staff was welcoming and helpful. The exhibits, stretching from the stone age upto the present day, were well laid out, with descriptions next to every object. It Highly recommended!
L D (4 months ago)
A lot of exhibits are currently closed! But still so many great exhibits, it will take you hours to see it all. The biggest downside to this place is the absolutely insane layout, you will have no idea where to go or where to start and it doesn't help when you get wrong directions from the reception. The map does not help at all. Read every sign and hope you can follow it to where you want to be, good luck to you.
Sven Oliver (5 months ago)
I was here in the museum during the week and spent about four hours here. The story is beautifully told, wonderful exhibits. Unfortunately not all areas were open due to renovation work (renovation until 2030!). Some of the texts on the exhibits were in small white letters on plexiglass. Unfortunately it was barely legible, especially with additional light shining through. They could do better. 10 euros entry for so many exhibits and information is more than reasonable.
Mariam Hambardzumyan (6 months ago)
A really big and impressive museum with great general exhibitions. There is so much to see and discover here that you'll need at least 3-4 hours to see everything. The sections are a bit confusing - one might need a guide here in order not to get lost even if you have the flyer with the plan of the museum. Any way, the exhibitions are impressive and totally worth the visit. I absolutely loved the armory, wooden furniture and the fashion sections. The interiors are stunning! I loved the cloisters and the gothic architecture pieces. The ticket for the permanent exhibitions is 10 euros, but if you have the Nuremberg Card the entrance will be free.
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