Do you like art and are you looking for the best art museums to visit in Hesse? These are the ones:
1Staedel Museum
FrankfurtThe Städel Museum (Städelsches Kunstinstitut und Städtische Galerie) is a museum in Frankfurt with one of the most important art collections in Germany. The museum holds around 2,700 paintings of which 600 are on display in the museum, a collection of graphic work (100,000 drawings and graphics) and 2New Gallery
KasselThe Neue Galerie, also known as the New Gallery, is an art museum located in Kassel, a city in the state of Hesse, Germany. This museum is a significant cultural institution in the region, offering a diverse collection of art pieces from various periods. 3Museum Wiesbaden
WiesbadenThe Wiesbaden Museum, located in the capital of the state of Hesse in Germany, is a renowned institution that houses both art and natural history collections. As one of the three state museums of Hesse, it offers a unique blend of cultural and historical artifacts that reflect the rich heritage of the region. 4Jazzinstitut Darmstadt
DarmstadtThe 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. 5Marburger Kunstverein
MarburgThe Marburger Kunstverein is a non-profit and registered association based in Marburg, Germany. It is dedicated to the promotion of contemporary art. This association is the carrier of the Marburger Kunsthalle, a significant art venue in the city. The Kunstverein was founded in 1953, emerging from an 'artists' circle' that included renowned artists of the city, such as the painter Franz Frank. 6Caricatura
KasselSince 1995, the Caricatura institution has been operating the Caricatura - Gallery for Comic Art, located in the KulturBahnhof Kassel. This gallery showcases a variety of comic art, making it a potential point of interest for tourists who enjoy this form of art. 7Palace-Museum
DarmstadtThe 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. 8Museum Künstlerkolonie
DarmstadtThe 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. 9Stadtmuseum Hofheim
Hofheim am TaunusThe Stadtmuseum Hofheim am Taunus, situated at Burgstraße 11, is a museum dedicated to art, archaeology, and the history of the city of Hofheim am Taunus. It offers a unique opportunity to delve into the rich cultural heritage of the region, providing a comprehensive overview of the city's past and present. 10Schirn Kunsthalle
FrankfurtThe Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt is an exhibition hall located on the Römerberg in the Altstadt district of Frankfurt am Main. The Schirn Kunsthalle is among the most renowned in Europe and regularly organizes exhibitions with international museums. The Schirn Kunsthalle was designed by Architekturbü 11documenta-Halle
KasselThe documenta-Halle serves multiple purposes. It is used for exhibitions as part of the documenta, an art event that takes place every five years. In addition, it serves as a temporary exhibition space and hosts various events, fairs, and congresses in the city center of Kassel. This makes it a dynamic and versatile venue that offers a variety of cultural experiences for tourists. 12Museum Sinclair Haus
Bad Homburg vor der HöheThe Museum Sinclair-Haus, located in Bad Homburg vor der Höhe in Hessen, is a unique interdisciplinary exhibition house that focuses on art and nature. It is a part of the Stiftung Kunst und Natur gGmbH, a foundation dedicated to the exploration and promotion of art and nature. The museum offers a unique blend of art and nature, providing visitors with a unique perspective on the relationship between the two. 13Palais Papius
WetzlarThe Palais Papius is a simple baroque, two-story palace located in the old town of Wetzlar in the Lahn-Dill district. It was built around 1740 by Johann Conrad Heeser von Lilienthal, a procurator at the Imperial Chamber Court. The central building was significantly expanded in 1756 by Assessor Johann Hermann Franz von Pape, also known as Papius. 14Liebieghaus
FrankfurtThe Liebieghaus is a late 19th-century castle-like villa in Frankfurt that was built in 1896, in a palatial, Historicist style, as a retirement home for textile manufacturer Baron Heinrich von Liebieg. The Liebieghaus is home to a sculpture museum, the Städtische Galerie Liebieghaus. The museum hold 15Museum of Modern Art
FrankfurtThe Museum of Modern Art (Museum für Moderne Kunst Frankfurt, MMK) is a modern art museum in Frankfurt am Main. The building was designed by the Viennese architect Hans Hollein and was nicknamed 'Tortenstück' (the cake tip). The basis of its modern art collection is the legacy of collector Karl Strö 16Goethe House
FrankfurtThe Goethe House is a writer's house museum in Frankfurt. The Goethe House was the residence of the Goethe family until 1795. When the house was bought by geologist Otto Volger in 1863, it got restored to the condition the Goethe family had left it in. The house was destroyed during World War II, bu 17Klingspor Museum
Offenbach am MainThe Klingspor Museum in Offenbach am Main is a unique institution dedicated to modern and contemporary book and lettering art. The museum's collection is based on the private collection of Karl Klingspor, a type foundry operator. This makes it a special destination for those interested in typography, graphic design, and book art.- 18
Jakobshallen der Galerie Scheffel GmbH
Bad Homburg vor der Höhe 19German Goldsmiths´ House
HanauThe German Goldsmith's House, located in the old town of Hanau, is a museum that has been showcasing jewelry and hollowware since the early 20th century. This historic building, which was once the town hall, offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore a wide range of exhibits, not only from Germany but from around the world. The museum is a testament to the city's rich history and its longstanding tradition in the goldsmith's craft. 20Rosenhang Museum
WeilburgThe Rosenhang Museum, which opened its doors in June 2017, is a hub for contemporary art. It is situated in the city of Weilburg on the Lahn in central Hesse. The museum was founded by the couple Antje Helbig and Joachim Legner, with the internationally active gallerist Michael Schultz from Berlin as a co-initiator. 21Caricatura Museum Frankfurt
FrankfurtThe Caricatura Museum (Caricatura Museum für Komische Kunst) is a museum in Frankfurt for comic art. The museum has works by artists of the Neue Frankfurter Schule on display as well as works by contemporary artists in temporary exhibitions. 22Marmorbad
KasselThe Marmorbad is a bathing facility situated near the Orangerie in the Karlsaue Park in Kassel. This location is significant as it is one of the last remaining representative bathing facilities from the late Baroque period in Germany. Its proximity to the Orangerie and the park makes it an interesting destination for tourists who are interested in history, architecture, and nature. 23Icon Museum
FrankfurtThe Icon Museum of the City of Frankfurt displays sacred art of Orthodox Christianity, presenting the art and ritual of icons from the 15th to the 20th century. The museum is housed in the former refectory of the Deutschordenshaus and holds a collection of over 1,000 exhibits. 24Oberhessisches Museum
GießenThe Oberhessisches Museum, a universal museum, is situated in the central Hessian city of Gießen. It is housed in three distinct locations: the Old Castle Gießen, the Wallenfels'schen Haus, and the Leib'schen Haus. Each of these locations offers a unique perspective on the rich history and culture of the region. 25Rosenmuseum Steinfurth
Bad NauheimThe Rosenmuseum, located in Steinfurth, a district of Bad Nauheim in Hesse, has been a significant cultural institution since 1974. The museum is dedicated to the art and cultural history of the rose, offering visitors a unique insight into the significance of this flower in various aspects of human culture and history. 26Frankfurter Kunstverein
FrankfurtThe Frankfurter Kunstverein (Frankfurt Art Association) is an art museum in Frankfurt that is founded in 1829 by a group of influential citizens of the city. It aims to support the arts in the city. The museum is housed in the Steinernes Haus, a gothic building from 1464. Although the museum has no 27Museum Giersch
FrankfurtThe Museum Giersch is an art gallery in Frankfurt that hosts a changing series of exhibitions that display the art and cultural history of the Rhine-Main area. The museum is housed in a neoclassical villa built in 1910 and aims to promote the regions's cultural identity. The Museum Giersch hosts exh 28Museum of Art and Cultural History
MarburgThe Museum für Kunst und Kulturgeschichte, also known as MKK or the Museum of Art and Cultural History, is a municipal museum located in Dortmund, Germany. It is a significant cultural institution in the city, offering a wide range of exhibits and collections for visitors to explore. 29Museum Angewandte Kunst
FrankfurtThe Museum of applied art Frankfurt (Museum Angewandte Kuns Frankfurt) is a museum of artisanal art and design in Frankfurt with a special emphasis on design, fashion and the performative element. The collection comprises 65,000 pieces over a period of 5 centuries, with the main focus being European 30Brömserhof Rüdesheim am Rhein
Rüdesheim am Rhein 31Jugendstilforum
Bad NauheimThe Jugendstilforum is a museum located in Bad Nauheim, Hessen. It was inaugurated in 2021 and offers a unique insight into the Jugendstil art movement and the history of Bad Nauheim's bathing culture. 32German Ivory Museum Erbach
ErbachThe German Ivory Museum in Erbach, located in the Odenwald region, is dedicated to the art and craft of ivory and ivory carvings. This museum is a testament to the long-standing tradition of ivory craftsmanship in the town, offering visitors a unique insight into this intricate art form. 33Killingerhaus
IdsteinThe Killingerhaus, located at König-Adolf-Platz, is a three-story citizen's house with a magnificent gable front. This central location makes it easily accessible for tourists. The house's facade is dominated by an octagonal bay window with a hipped roof, which extends over both half-timbered upper floors and protrudes over the massive ground floor. This architectural feature adds to the house's unique charm and is a sight to behold. 34Alsfeld City Museum
AlsfeldThe Alsfeld City Museum is situated at Rittergasse 3/5 in the historic old town of Alsfeld. This location adds to the charm and historical significance of the museum, making it a notable point of interest for visitors to the city. 35Das Lindenfelser Museum
Lindenfels 36Museum of World Cultures
FrankfurtThe Museum of World Cultures (Weltkulturen Museum) is an ethnological museum in Frankfurt. The museum is housed in three adjacent buildings on the Schaumainkai: 29 (the main building), 35 (the original villa), and 37 ("Gallery 37"). The Museum of World Cultures in Frankfurt holds an displays a colle- 37
Women's Museum
WiesbadenThe Women's Museum Wiesbaden, located in the heart of the city on Wörthstraße, was inaugurated in 1984. It is a significant cultural institution that has been contributing to the city's vibrant arts scene for over three decades. - 38
Museum of Musical Instruments Lißberg
LißbergThe Museum of Musical Instruments Lißberg is situated in the district of Lißberg, which is a part of Ortenberg in the Hessian Wetteraukreis. This location is easily accessible and offers a unique cultural experience for visitors interested in music and history. - 39
Kunstgussmuseum Hirzenhain
Hirzenhain - 40
Zeiteninsel – Archäologisches Freilichtmuseum Marburger Land
Argenstein - 41
Kunstverein Viernheim
Viernheim - 42
Elfenbeinmuseum - Elfenbeinkunstkabinett Seidenberg
Michelstadt - 43
Kunstsammlungen der Stadt Limburg
Limburg an der Lahn