Welcome to the Germanisches Nationalmuseum

The Germanisches Nationalmuseum is the largest museum of cultural history within the German-speaking region and one of the most outstanding museums in the world. A voyage of discovery through modern German art and culture awaits you, from pre- and ancient history up until the present.


We wish you a memorable adventure through German cultural history!


  • Opening Hours


    Tues. – Sun.       10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
    Wed.                     10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

    All upper floors, the Garden Hall, and the Weaponry Collection close at 5 p.m.

    The Museum Shop and Café Arte are also open at these times.


  • Admission


    6,- €       regular
    4,- €       discount
    9,- €       small groups/families
    1,- €       per student in school and youth groups

    Wed. 6 – 9 p.m. free admission


Tour Reservations


The education department of the museums in Nuremberg (KPZ) devises and organizes guided theme tours, discussions on art, workshops and educational programs at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum. You may choose from an extensive program of guided tours on special topics for adults, families and school classes. Tours are available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese and Russian. If you wish to visit the museum with a group, please contact us beforehand: we can cater to your specific needs.


For individual visitors, public guided tours in English are on offer at the published fixed times. They cost € 2,00 in addition to the admission charge of the museum.



Please note that the Museum Website is currently available in German language only.

The English version will be available soon!