Having seen the average reviews on here I wasn't that inclined to visit this museum. But having just visited the Rathaus it was raining so we popped in. The museum is great! There is no English interpretation so if you don't speak German you should get the audio guide from the shop. The audio guide made the experience! We only managed to do the natural history, archaeology and the vivarium (aquarium with lizards and frogs thrown in, not literally - they have dry cages!). I would really recommend this musuem if you have a spare couple of hours. The cafe also did a really nice lunch.See more..
Excellent museum with a lot of german history. One of the most interesting museums i have visited since a long time. There is no entrance fee on fridays.See more..
4.0Bomann Museum(78 reviews) - Nice education Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM History Museums
Larger than expected with many floors and rooms to turn into. The presentations of the local community are diverse and interesting, because of many photographs, reconstructions and education tools. Especially the Biedermeier section is good. There is a cafe outside and of course a small shop. The covid regulations are strict. Entrance is free on Saturday after 13 hrs. There is also access to the modern art collection and light art of the museum nextdoor.See more..
4.5Bergwerksmuseum Grube Samson(52 reviews) - historic silver mine in Sankt Andreasberg Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
We had a very interesting self-guided tour due to pandemic limitations. Very fascinating place indeed. It played the significant part in the history of mining in the Harz region. Especially fascinating is the man engine the system of reciprocating ladders. It is one of the oldest man engines in the world and still working!See more..
4.0Watt Welten(48 reviews) - Unmissable experience for a rainy non - beach day. Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Natural History Museums
It is so well worth visiting this place. We did it when it rained. Cycled there, arrived about 2 in the afternoon and they almost threw us out at 5. We could have stayed longer. The children are 9, 7 and 5 and all really enjoyed it at their own level and learned so much. Everything about this unique Wattenmeer habitat is covered, bird calls, animals, sea world, did you know that a lobster has two different claws ? You are allowed to put your hand into one basin and stroke the crabs. Loads of interaction on all topic tables. Upstairs also worth taking in, perhaps more for the dads and older children. We tried to climb the Kornweihe = Hen Harrier, endangered in Germany, to get into her belly, but that is not for the faint hearted. Don't miss out on this place, it is so recommended. I clicked " young children " but would have also clicked " teens " if it gave more options. Also the length of visit, as you can see, we stayed 3 hours and were not bored.See more..
4.5Grenzlandmuseum Bad Sachsa(41 reviews) - Glad those times are over. Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
The museum reminded us of the times we had been through the "Frontier " when we visited friends and relies who lived there. They had not been able to vote with their feet.See more..
4.5Moormuseum, Moordorf(40 reviews) - If you want to learn about this area, do not miss this Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • Children's Museums • History Museums
even when most of the information is in German only, you can figure out what was going on here. eye-opening. staff really nice and helpful.See more..
4.0Das Küstenmuseum(37 reviews) - Lots of information about the island Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
This museum is pretty big considering how small Juist is. It's kind of traditional, with lots of text to read but there are some interesting finds in here.See more..
4.5Bunting Teamuseum(31 reviews) - Wohin mit dem von weit her angereisten Besuch Sunday: Speciality Museums • History Museums
The Bünting Tea Museum was founded in 2001 with the aim of bringing the historical and social significance of East Frisian tea culture to life. For the Bünting Group of Companies, the Tea Museum expresses its solidarity with the values and traditions of the region as well as its own history. For the museum, a location with special significance was logically chosen: in the middle of the beautiful historic old town of Leers. Just two houses down - at Brunnenstraße 37 - Johann Bünting founded his small grocery store in 1806. The fine offer of tea, coffee, tobacco and spices formed the foundation for later development into a major trading company.See more..
4.0Sandsteinmuseum(22 reviews) - Small, friendly and interesting local museum Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • History Museums
The museum is not very large but I didn't pay anything to get in (it was at a local festival time- perhaps normally a ticket price might apply- I don't know...). The staff were very friendly and it was nice to see exhibits of sandstone which is an important aspect of local life. It would have been nice to have some information in the English languageSee more..
This museum is situated in the castle but consist of only one room. Nevertheless it contains very interesting religious artefacts and art pieces.See more..
4.0Braunschweigisches Landesmuseum(22 reviews) - A little boring Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Children's Museums • History Museums
The Landesmuseum is set in the heart of Braunschweig and is located in a pedestrian only zone. The building is beautiful and the architecture is clean and simple. The museum mainly archives the local history of Braunschweig so it is not very big. There are a lot of articles from the world war 2 period. Some of them include German propaganda posters and items from the industrial effort during the war period. Some of the other exhibits showcase the life and times during that period, like portraits, dresses, furniture arrangements and weaponry. Most of the exhibits are in very good condition and maintained well. Description of most exhibits is in German and there are no English translations. One of the main difficulties is that everything is in German and there is no information in English. This makes understanding the place a little difficult. Also most of the staff is not fluent in English so you may have some problems if you don't speak German. It is also rather small and won't take much of your time. The tour may last for at most an hour, but since I couldn't speak German I might have missed some things. It is a decent experience overall but not something that will blow your mind. You might visit it if you have covered everything else as tickets do cost around 4 euros. Also if you are very interested in knowing the history of Braunschweig, which I didn't find that interesting, you may want to visit it. See more..
4.5Museum Schloss Salder(21 reviews) - Beautiful Castle Spent More than 3 hours History Museums
We came too late to go into the museum, but just looking around at the museum and the iron ore train that is outside was beautiful. See more..
4.0Freilichtmuseum(17 reviews) - Lovely Museum with great atmosphere Spent 1-2 hours Natural History Museums • History Museums
We spent a lovely afternoon here visiting the museum and the garden. Cosy and friendly atmosphere and sweet little shop. In the autumn there is a farmers market and many events throughout the year at the complex and restaurant next door.See more..
4.5Vareler Windmuhle(16 reviews) - Nice little museum Sunday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • History Museums
There is a nice, but very small museum in the barn in the back. Worth a visit in the summer. You can also visit the mill itself.See more..
4.0Residenzmuseum(16 reviews) - Calming and free to roam Sunday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles • History Museums
The Residenze Museum is located inside the Celler Schloss (Celle castle). It has good history dating back to the 14th century. Easy to walk around and accessible for all mobilities, kid and family friendly. Adult prices are only 8€ but I recommend the guided tour, which is only 9€, only 1€ difference. The guided tour gets you in the Schlosstheatre and the chapel, where as self guided, you cannot go into the theatre or chapel.See more..
4.5Heimatmuseum Leer(15 reviews) - Interesante Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Natural History Museums • History Museums
Interesante y bonita visita en donde encontrarás un sinfín de muebles y artículos decorativos de la época.See more..
4.0Museum Burg Bederkesa(13 reviews) - Interesting archeological and local history museum in renovated castle Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
If you are staying in the town, this museum is worth a visit. There is an interesting statue of Roland (famous in Bremen) in the courtyard and there is a 20-minute video on the castle itself and the history of the area. There are some fascinating archeological finds on display which are of general interest to all. A lot of things were preserved in the mud and were then excavated and well- preserved. There is a cafe there too but there was a private party going on. We were staying at the Bosehof Hotel who gave us free tickets - a nice touch!See more..
3.5Natureum Niederelbe(13 reviews) - Mediocre open air museum! Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Natural History Museums
Das Natureum Niederelbe in Balje liegt auf einer Halbinsel an der Ostemündung auf halber Strecke zwischen Cuxhaven und Stade. Besuchern bieten sich hier einzigartige Möglichkeiten, die Geheimnisse der Küstennatur mit ihrer typischen Pflanzen- und Tierwelt zu erkunden. Im Mittelpunkt stehen die ursprünglichen Landschaftsformen im Elbe-Weser-Dreieck Marsch, Moor und Geest, die Geschichte und das Leben in der Küstenregion sowie insbesondere bedrohte heimische Pflanzen- und Tierarten.See more..
This tiny little museum is €3 but good for a short stop. Lots of info about boats in the area and on the island in general. Everything is in German though.See more..
4.0JU52 Halle(12 reviews) - Very interesting (aircraft) museum Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • History Museums
Pretty big museum and a lot to see especially with regards to aircrafts. Would definitely recommend to check it out. Keep in mind that there is a lot to see so you should take atleast an hour for this museum.See more..
4.0Schloss Iburg(12 reviews) - Home of the last queen of Germany Sunday: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Castles • History Museums
It has a commanding view of the countryside and is a good representation of the scale, majesty and modesty of the top rung of German aristocracy of the era.See more..
5.0Bergbaumuseum Knesebeckschacht(12 reviews) - Sehr informative, lebendig vorgetragene Führung Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • History Museums
Der Besuch dieser Schachtanlage ist sehr empfehlenswert! Unsere Führerin durch die Anlage bot uns sehr viele lebendig vorgetragene Informationen nicht nur zur Schachtanlage selbst, sondern auch Hintergrundwissen zu verschiedenen in der Gegend vorkommenden Erzen und dem Leben der Familien im 19. und 20. Jahrhundert. Ermöglicht wurde ihr das durch 20-jährige Erfahrung mit Führungen in dieser Anlage und der Tatsache, dass ihr Vater dieses Museum mit aufgebaut hat. Das Besondere dieser Anlage ist, dass sich hier die letzte Anlage der Welt befindet, in der überaus umweltfreundlich durch Höhe und Wasser die zum Betrieb der pressluftgetriebenen Geräte erforderliche Druckluft von 6 Bar erzeugt wurde. Ein Besuch eines Erkundungsstollen rundet den Museumsbesuch ab. Die 2-mal am Tag stattfindende Führung ist die 6€ für Erwachsene allemal wert.See more..
5.0Hildesheim Cathedral Museum(12 reviews) - World Class Treasures in a Great New Home. Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • Art Museums • History Museums
I visited Hildesheim particularly to see the Bernward treasures in their new setting of the museum. It is a wonderful space, well meeting the modern criteria that museum objects must have a space that enhances the experience of seeing them. The items themselves are very well situated at a comfortable height, and the viewer is able to get up close to most of them. The lighting is good, as are the details of the items. I had with me the catalogue from the Met in New York - where the treasures paid a visit while the museum and cathedral were being renovated, apparently the first such guide to the treasures written in English, so I was fully able to enjoy my experience. The museum is on several floors, including a lower level where you can view archaeological detailsSee more..
4.5Museum Altes Land(11 reviews) - Small but a lot to see Spent < 1 hour History Museums
A small local museum containing a lot of historical farming tools and some more interesting items. A free museum you may want to see if you are nearby.See more..
4.5Bunker Museum Wilhelmshaven(11 reviews) - More than a shelter. Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
We had time to stop by on our way out of town and so glad we did. The place was filled with treasures of maps, propaganda posters, signs, etc. Has the feel of your grandfather's attic barn. Not visibly organized but facinating.See more..
4.5Erinnerungsstätte Luftbrücke Berlin(10 reviews) - Small but very very informative Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Military Museums • History Museums
You have all heard of this episode (or you should have) in historie. And here we have a cozy place with lots of details on a period in historie that everybody should know about.See more..
4.5Gedenkstätte Lager Sandbostel(10 reviews) - 70th Anniversary of the Liberation Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
We came for the 70th Anniversary of the Liberation of Starlag XB Sandbostel on 29. April.2015 from the UK to remember Freda Laycock (Blackburne) who was a British nurse with the 10th Casualty Clearing Station who arrived with the liberating forces. The conditions were horrendous and it took months to help the prisoners recover. Many were starving and many died. The medical staff had to choose who to treat & who to leave to die. Resources were very restricted & the situation overwhelming. Emotional & poignant visit. At the commemoration there were four survivors and many relations who had various stories to tell. See more..
Eine lustige Idee und es gibt einiges zu gucken und zu schmunzeln :) Der Eintritt beträgt nur 1€ in eine Vertrauenskasse. Perfekt für Regentage.See more..
4.0Domschatzkammer und Diözesanmuseum(10 reviews) - Interesting history Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • Art Museums • History Museums
Interesting exhibition and worth to see - a most see if you are interested in church artifacts. Nevertheless English descriptions are missing and would be appreciated. One thing which was very annoying, when we bought the tickets, the lady did not inform us that all belonging had be stored at the downstairs locker room. So we walked in with a small bag and it was really small. The guard came by a few times and suggested that we would store it downstairs, but said it was not forbidden. Nevertheless be brought it down as we were intruded and noticed at least 10 times. Why don't they say, please leave all belongings downstairs instead of sending such negative vibe.See more..
3.5JadeWeserPort InfoCenter(9 reviews) - Schneller Überblick mit Interaktionen für Kinder Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Children's Museums • History Museums
Wenn in China ein Sack Reis umfällt, interessiert uns das sehr wohl: Wie Logistik funktioniert und was der JadeWeserPort leistet, entdecken Sie in der Ausstellung mit allen Sinnen. Interaktiv angelegt, lädt das InfoCenter seine großen und kleinen Besucher zu einer spannenden Entdeckungsreise in die modernde Welt von Hafen, Handel und Logistik ein. Dazu erfahren Sie wie aus einem Sandstrand der größte Tiefwasserfahren Deutschlands wurde. Jeden Donnerstag, Samstag und feiertags findet um 14:30 Uhr eine Hafenbustour über das Gelände des JadeWeserPorts statt. Um Voranmeldung per Email oder Telefon wird gebeten. Für den kleinen Hunger ist vor Ort gesorgt.See more..
4.0Landesmuseum Natur und Mensch(9 reviews) - Very worth a visit! Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Natural History Museums
A lot of things to see and do! High quality, very interesting displays and even an aquarium! Don't miss outSee more..
4.5Goslarer Museum(9 reviews) - Goslar Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Natural History Museums • History Museums
A beautiful place to visit. We were touring would recommend staying more than one day. So much to see. Like stepping back in time. The square is lovely. The pied piper comes out if the doors at the top of the building on the hour.its wonderful to see. Lots of little shops to go into . The walks by the little streams magical. The people are so friendly. Would recommend it to anyone . Also drive through te Hartz mountains and forests.See more..
4.5Museum Altstadtrathaus(9 reviews) - Beautiful old historical City Hall Spent 2-3 hours History Museums
Next to the also beautiful St. Martini Church, one can find this historical city hall, which is now a small museum in which, beside the old archaeological finds, different expositions take place. An interesting part is the original old fountain in the hall, and the huge maquette of the old town.See more..
A first class museum with many trams from various cities in Germany and throughout Europe. Reachable by tram and bus from central Hannover but certainly well worth the trouble. Reasonable entrance fee with a small shop. The exhibits are located in several buildings with a good number in running order. Included in the entrance fee is 1 round trip on a tram which is certainly worth exploring. On this tour many more trams awaiting restoration can be seen passing by in sidings and in other buildings unfortunately out of bounds. Excellent photographic opportunities too. There was also a large café area on site with a musician playing live. An excellent afternoon out for anyone interested in trams from the early age of development right up to trams just withdrawn from the Hannover system. Thoroughly recommended.See more..
5.0Leezdorfer Muhle(8 reviews) - Sehr gut am Tag und auch Nachts Spent 1-2 hours Natural History Museums • History Museums
Sehr schönes Anwesen was sehr gepflegt ist, Ein kleines Cafe lädt zum verweilen ein. Leider haben wir es nicht geschafft, es zu probieren.See more..
Das Geologische Freilichtmuseum befindet sich in Gildehaus, ganz in der Nähe des einzigen noch in Betrieb befindlichen Steinbruchs der Grafschaft Bentheim.
An einem 200 m langen Rundweg können die Besucher mehr als 50 Exponate und 16 verschiedene Gesteinsarten besichtigen. Natursteine aus aller Welt – vom 30.000 Jahre jungen Travertin bis hin zum 1,4 Milliarden Jahre alten indischen Granit – führen auf eine Zeitreise der besonderen Art.
Hier lässt sich Naturgeschichte unter freiem Himmel hautnah erleben. Wichtige Informationen zum Museum bieten Texte und Schautafeln in einem Informationspavillon.
4.0Nationalpark-Haus Baltrum(7 reviews) - Interessante Führungen Spent < 1 hour Natural History Museums • History Museums
Da die Insel Baltrum im Gegensatz zu den anderen ostfriesischen Inseln leider eher wenig eigenen Charakter und Ausstrahlung hat, ist das Angebot vom Nationalpark—Haus eine sehr angenehme Einrichtung.See more..
The entrance to the museum was at the rear of a restaurant and so not very obvious. There are four floors of exhibitions but little if any explanations in English so although we enjoyed our visit we are aware that we missed a lot of information.See more..
Celle has a varied history including as a Military Garrison. This small museum is run by both German and British local enthusiasts and as such it is run with love and passion. Lots of interesting artefacts and pictures and military buff. Not big but well worth a visit.See more..
4.5Museum Im Zeughaus(6 reviews) - Burgmannen-Tage sind fantastisch Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • History Museums
For two days every year the museum, with its castle and moat,hosts an authentic middle ages spectacle. This year it was on 23rd and 24th September. There is jousting,there are hundreds of people strolling around in the clothes of medieval times and lots of little shops sell handcrafts and other somewhst unusual but attractive items. There are performers going round with a hat after their act. Not to mention the food. The bad news? Today's prices! Free entry but you are encouraged to make a donation. The museum building itself is worth a visit,too,and is open at specific times during the year. Check out [email protected] This was my second visit and the place was alive with people of all ages.See more..
4.5Museum Bueckeburg(6 reviews) - Geschichte der Trachten und des dortigen Lebens Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • History Museums
Hübsches kleines Museum im Herzen der Stadt. Liebevoll gemachte Ausstellung. Da sollte jeder Vesucher freigiebig sein. ( Eintritt frei!)See more..
4.5Inselmuseum(6 reviews) - Klein, aber fein! Spent < 1 hour History Museums
Wir kommen seit vielen Jahren nach Spiekeroog. Immer wieder gerne besuchen wir bei diesen Gelegenheiten das Inselmuseum. Die Ausstellung ist stets interessant und abwechslungsreich gestaltet. Dieses Jahr durften wir sogar menschliche Kieferknochen aus der Steinzeit bewundern, mit vielen interessanten Informationen dazu. Wir sind beeindruckt, nur weiter so!See more..
It’s a nice, small museum about the history of Göttingen. The entrance is free of charge. There was an extra exhibition about COVID in Göttingen which was really impressive.See more..
5.0Otto-Haesler-Museum(6 reviews) - This is a "must visit" museum. Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM History Museums
Sadly this place only opens for 3 hours on the first Sunday of each month. THis is a great shame because it is a fascinating example of early social housing in Germany between the wars. We were lucky enough to encounter a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable English speaking lady who showed us round in great detail. We were even encouraged to pick up some of the items on display. The electric darning mushroom invented by Conrad Adenaur was the highlight for me.See more..
5.0Moor- und Fehnmuseum Elisabethfehn(5 reviews) - Perfekt für eine Rast Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • History Museums
Wir haben die Teestube im Rahmen unserer Radtour entlang der Moor-und Fehnroute besucht. Sehr freundliche Bedienung, leckerer Kuchen und das Preis/Leistungsverhältnis stimmt! Die Ostfriesentorte ist zu empfehlen! Wir kommen gerne wieder!See more..
Lohne's Industrialmuseum is definitely a must-visit place not only for residents but also for guests to the town. There is so much to see and do. Every age group will discover something. So much loving care has clearly gone into the various exhibits. A knowledge of German is necessary. A nice shop at the end as well as a cafe. A visit to Lohne should definitely include this place,situated across from the station.See more..
4.5Heimatmuseum(5 reviews) - Sehenswert! Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
Wissenswertes über unsere Kultur aus (leider) vergangenen Zeiten, vor allem aus dem Bereich "Handwerkskunst", wie z. B. Böttcherei und Töpferei - Berufe, die vielfach schon nicht mehr existieren. Sehr detailliert aufgebaut und beschrieben. Unbedingt besuchen!!See more..
4.0Winser Museumshof(5 reviews) - Klein und fein Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • History Museums
Es ist ein kleines, feines Museum mit alten Gebäuden. Man kann es daher auch gut mit Kindern besuchen, da der Rundgang auch für die Kleinen nicht zu anstrengend ist oder wegen der Länge langweilig wird.See more..
