The best museums in Darmstadt in September 2025

These are the top 10 best museums in Darmstadt, Germany, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Darmstadt? These are the best ones:

  1. Darmstadt-Kranichstein Railway Museum1

    Darmstadt-Kranichstein Railway Museum

     Darmstadt
    The Darmstadt-Kranichstein Railway Museum, located in Darmstadt, Germany, is recognized as the largest railway museum in the state of Hesse. This museum offers a comprehensive insight into the history and evolution of railways in the region, making it a significant destination for those interested in railway history and technology.
  2. Hessian State Museum2

    Hessian State Museum

     Darmstadt
    The Hessisches Landesmuseum Darmstadt (HLMD) is a significant multidisciplinary museum located in Darmstadt, Germany. It boasts a vast collection of 1.35 million objects, attracting approximately 80,000 visitors annually. The museum's extensive collection spans various disciplines, making it a fascinating destination for a wide range of interests.
  3. Zoo Vivarium3

    Zoo Vivarium

     Darmstadt
    Zoo Vivarium Darmstadt, also known as Darmstadt's animal garden, is a small zoo located in the southern Hessian city. It offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore a variety of animal species in a compact and accessible setting.
  4. Jazzinstitut Darmstadt4

    Jazzinstitut Darmstadt

     Darmstadt
    The Jazzinstitut Darmstadt, located in the city of Darmstadt, is a globally recognized research and information center for jazz. Despite the city's modest size of approximately 160,000 inhabitants, the institute has managed to carve out a significant reputation in the world of jazz, both domestically and internationally.
  5. Palace-Museum5

    Palace-Museum

     Darmstadt
    The Palace Museum in Darmstadt is situated in the bell and church building of the Darmstadt Residence Palace. This location is in the heart of the city, directly opposite the bustling market square. This central location makes it easily accessible for tourists and provides a great starting point for exploring the city.
  6. Museum Künstlerkolonie6

    Museum Künstlerkolonie

     Darmstadt
    The Museum Künstlerkolonie in Darmstadt is a significant cultural institution dedicated to the history of the Darmstädter Künstlerkolonie, its exhibitions, and the artists of the colony. It provides a comprehensive overview of the works of its 23 members and the 15-year history of the Darmstädter artist community from 1899 to 1914.
  7. Schriftguss, Satz und Druckverfahren7

    Schriftguss, Satz und Druckverfahren

     Darmstadt
    The Printing Museum, also known as the House for Industrial Culture, is a department of the Hessian State Museum Darmstadt. It is dedicated to the history and processes of type casting, typesetting, and printing. This museum offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of printing and understand its evolution over the centuries.
  8. Jagdschloss Kranichstein8

    Jagdschloss Kranichstein

     Darmstadt
    The Kranichstein estate is one of the few remaining Baroque hunting lodges in Germany, making it a unique destination for tourists. It currently serves as a hunting museum, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. Additionally, the estate functions as a hotel with a restaurant and event location, including for weddings, providing a variety of services for tourists.
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    Luna Alpakas

     Darmstadt
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    Ausstellungsgebäude

     Darmstadt

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