All free museums and attractions to visit in Hesse

Hesse (Germany) has a lot to offer for you culturally, even if you're on a budget, including free museums, free activities and free attractions. 86 museums and attractions in Hesse can be visited without charge.

Are you looking for free things to do in Hesse? These are the best places to visit:

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    Gießkannenmuseum

     Gießen
    The Gießkannenmuseum, located in the city of Gießen in central Hesse, is a unique museum dedicated to watering cans and other irrigation instruments. It offers a unique perspective on these everyday objects, showcasing their variety in form and material.
  2. Vogelpark Viernheim2

    Vogelpark Viernheim

     Viernheim
    Vogelpark Viernheim is a bird park located in the city of Viernheim, which is near Mannheim. The park is home to a wide variety of both exotic and native bird species, making it a great destination for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
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    Landauer Wasserkunst

     Landau
    The Landauer Wasserkunst is a significant historical and technical structure located in Landau, a rural district of Bad Arolsen in the northern Hessian district of Waldeck-Frankenberg. This structure was built with the purpose of supplying drinking water to the town. It's a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the people of the time, and offers a unique insight into the history and culture of the region.
  4. Museum im Spital Grünberg4

    Museum im Spital Grünberg

     Grünberg
    The Museum im Spital, founded in 2007, is an ethnological museum situated in the former Augustinian monastery in the city of Grünberg. This location adds a historical touch to the museum, making it a unique place to explore the city's past and its ethnological aspects.
  5. Heimatmuseum Seulberg5

    Heimatmuseum Seulberg

     Friedrichsdorf
    The Heimatmuseum Seulberg is situated in Seulberg, which is the oldest district of Friedrichsdorf in the Taunus region. It holds the distinction of being the largest local history museum in the Taunus area. The museum is housed in the old school and town hall building, which adds to its historical charm.
  6. Kunst- und Kulturhaus Alte Schule6

    Kunst- und Kulturhaus Alte Schule

     Bad Endbach
  7. Fossilien- und Heimatmuseum Messel7

    Fossilien- und Heimatmuseum Messel

     Messel
    The museum offers a comprehensive view of both the local history and economic development of the local industry. Additionally, it features a large exhibition on the earth history of the Middle Eocene, showcasing original finds from the Messel Pit. This combination of local history and paleontological exhibits makes the museum a fascinating destination for tourists interested in both history and natural sciences.
  8. Philipp-Reis-Haus und Hugenottenmuseum8

    Philipp-Reis-Haus und Hugenottenmuseum

     Friedrichsdorf
    The Philipp-Reis-Haus is a city museum located in Friedrichsdorf in the Taunus. It is situated in the former residence of Philipp Reis, the inventor of the telephone. This historical building offers a unique insight into the life and work of the inventor, as well as the development of the telephone from its inception to the present day.
  9. Schloß Werdorf9

    Schloß Werdorf

     Aßlar
    Schloss Werdorf, also referred to as Werdorfer Schloss, is a baroque castle situated in Werdorf, a part of Aßlar in the Lahn-Dill-Kreis in central Hesse. The castle was constructed in the period from 1686 to 1690, showcasing the architectural style of the baroque period. Its historical, artistic, and scientific significance makes it a cultural monument.
  10. Klassikstadt10

    Klassikstadt

     Frankfurt
    Klassikstadt is a center for classic cars in Frankfurt. Visitors can experience Automobile Culture in this world of automotive emotions and treasures. Glass workshops for restorations, repair work and engine construction as well as a watchmaker invite you to look over the shoulder of the expert and
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    Museum KeltenKeller

     Biebertal
    The Museum KeltenKeller is home to a wide array of original artifacts unearthed from Dünsberg. These exhibits provide a unique insight into the historical and cultural context of the region, making it a fascinating destination for history and archaeology enthusiasts.
  12. Vogelpark Lorsch12

    Vogelpark Lorsch

     Lorsch
  13. Martin-Buber-Haus13

    Martin-Buber-Haus

     Heppenheim
  14. Naturkundehaus Damm14

    Naturkundehaus Damm

     Lohra
  15. Dreieich-Museum15

    Dreieich-Museum

     Dreieichenhain
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    Kleintierpark Fernwald

     Steinbach
  17. Heimatmuseum17

    Heimatmuseum

     Frankfurt
    The Heimatmuseum in Frankfurt is a local history museum dedicated to the local history in Frankfurt and its region.
  18. Heimatmuseum Höchstadt18

    Heimatmuseum Höchstadt

     Hochstadt
  19. Dorfmuseum Erzhausen19

    Dorfmuseum Erzhausen

     Erzhausen
    The Dorfmuseum Erzhausen is a local museum situated on the main street in Erzhausen, a district of Darmstadt-Dieburg in Hesse. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the area.
  20. DIZ Dokumentations- und Informationszentrum Stadtallendorf20

    DIZ Dokumentations- und Informationszentrum Stadtallendorf

     Stadtallendorf
  21. Museum Angewandte Kunst21

    Museum Angewandte Kunst

     Frankfurt
    The 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
  22. Museum BüchnerHaus22

    Museum BüchnerHaus

     Riedstadt
    The Büchnerhaus in Riedstadt-Goddelau is not just a historical site, but also a vibrant cultural center. It is the birthplace of the renowned playwright Georg Büchner, making it a significant location for literary enthusiasts. Today, it houses a literature museum that offers visitors a chance to delve into Büchner's life and works.
  23. Museum Hofgeismar23

    Museum Hofgeismar

     Hofgeismar
    The Stadtmuseum Hofgeismar, located in the small town of Hofgeismar in Northern Hesse, district of Kassel, is a museum dedicated to local history. It was inaugurated in 1978 and offers a deep dive into the region's past and cultural heritage.
  24. Wambacher Mühlenmuseum24

    Wambacher Mühlenmuseum

     Schlangenbad
  25. Feuerwehrmuseum Nidda25

    Feuerwehrmuseum Nidda

     Nidda
    The Nidda Fire Brigade Museum is a historical site that provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the fire brigade system from around 1850 to 1950 in the municipality in the Wetteraukreis. It offers a unique opportunity for visitors to delve into the past and understand the evolution of firefighting techniques and equipment over a century.
  26. Klostermuseum Bad Emstal26

    Klostermuseum Bad Emstal

     Merxhausen
  27. Gruberhof27

    Gruberhof

     Groß-Umstadt
    Gruberhof, an old farmstead, has been serving as a museum and cultural center of the city of Groß-Umstadt since 1987. It offers a unique collection of regional significance, covering agriculture, crafts, and history. The museum is not only a place for historical lectures, traditional festivals, and cultural events but also a city, homeland, and farm museum with various craft departments. A large part of it is designed as an open-air museum.
  28. Heimatmuseum Zwingenberg28

    Heimatmuseum Zwingenberg

     Zwingenberg
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    Geschichts- und Museumsverein Bickenbach e.V.

     Bickenbach
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    Wildschweingehege Rotenburg

     Rotenburg an der Fulda
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    Tierpark Hattersheim

     Hattersheim am Main
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    Wildpark Frankenberg

     Frankenberg (Eder)
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    Wildschweingehege im Wald Raunheim

     Raunheim
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    Wildgehege Dodenau

     Dodenau
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    Wildpark Wasserwerk Jägersburg

     Einhausen
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    Museum im Wehener Schloss

     Taunusstein
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    Stadtmuseum Kelsterbach

     Kelsterbach
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    Georg Vetter Museum

     Bad König
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    Heimatmuseum Willingen-Usseln

     Usseln
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    Museum Gensungen

     Gensungen
    Museum Gensungen is situated in a half-timbered house in the heart of Gensungen. The museum complex is comprised of the Museum of Prehistory and Early History, a day laborer's house from the first half of the 19th century, and the adjoining museum courtyard. The courtyard is surrounded by a bakery with a wood-burning oven, a pergola, and the museum barn, adding to the historical ambiance of the place.
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    Schauenburger Märchenwache

     Breitenbach
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    Otto-Ubbelohde-Haus

     Lahntal
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    Stadtmuseum Battenberg

     Battenberg (Eder)
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    Stadtmuseum Obermühle

     Braunfels
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    Kobelt Zoo

     Frankfurt
    The Kobelt Zoo is a zoo in Frankfurt with more than 50 different animal species. The zoo is home to monkeys, snakes, parrots, raccoons, ferrets and even prairie dogs. Children can pet the numerous rabbits, horses, donkeys and goats or ride on ponies.
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    Heimatmuseum Annerod- Fernwald

     Annerod
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    Niddaer Heimatmuseum

     Nidda
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    Felsenmeer Informationszentrum

     Reichenbach
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    Stadtmuseum Rauschenberg - Heimatmuseum

     Rauschenberg
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    Heimat- und Museumsverein Nauheim

     Nauheim
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    Altenburg- und Stadtmuseum

     Niedenstein
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    Waldensermuseum Gottstreu

     Gottstreu
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    Radio-Museum Linsengericht e.V.

     Altenhaßlau
    The Radio-Museum Linsengericht is a private institution dedicated to the history and evolution of radio and broadcasting technology. It is located in the town of Linsengericht in Hessen, Germany. The museum was established by a group of seven friends who founded the association 'Die Ohrwürmer' with the aim of opening a radio museum. The museum officially opened its doors on December 6, 1998.
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    Kamera Museum

     Heuchelheim an der Lahn
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    Museum Reinheim

     Reinheim
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    Museum und Archiv Viernheim

     Viernheim
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    Museum der Stadt Eschborn

     Eschborn
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    Museum Ober-Ramstadt - Verein für Heimatgeschichte

     Ober-Ramstadt
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    Heimatmuseum Hirtenhaus

     Haldorf
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    Regionalmuseum Alte Schule

     Kaufungen
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    Kreisheimatmuseum Frankenberg

     Frankenberg (Eder)
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    Regionalmuseum

     Reichelsheim (Odenwald)
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    Grenzmuseum Wildeck

     Obersuhl
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    Weberei-Museum Kircher

     Gieselwerder
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    Ackerbuergermuseum Grebenstein

     Grebenstein
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    Museum Nostalgie Mümling-Grumbach

     Mümling-Grumbach
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    Limesinformationszentrum & Hof Grass - Stadt Hungen

     Hungen
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    Heimatmuseum Hüttnergut Lenzis

     Flieden
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    Biebergrund-Museum

     Bieber
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    Heimatmuseum Bad Salzschlirf

     Bad Salzschlirf
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    Brunnen- und Bädermuseum Bad Vilbel

     Bad Vilbel
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    Energiemuseum Wölfersheim

     Wölfersheim
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    Sperrmauer Museum Edersee

     Rehbach
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    Schlossmuseum Romrod

     Romrod
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    Stadtmuseum Mühlheim

     Mühlheim am Main
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    Russian House

     Jugenheim
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    Grenzmuseum Philippsthal

     Philippsthal (Werra)
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    Heimatmuseum Langenselbold

     Langenselbold
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    Klosterkirche Lippoldsberg

     Lippoldsberg
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    Kunstsammlungen der Stadt Limburg

     Limburg an der Lahn
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    Heimatmuseum Rodenbach

     Niederrodenbach
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    Selterswassermuseum

     Niederselters
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    Stadtmuseum Leun

     Leun
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    Heimatmuseum Blankenau

     Blankenau
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    Geldmuseum

     Heppenheim
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    Heimatmuseum Biebesheim

     Biebesheim