The best museums in Paderborn in September 2025

These are the top 10 best museums in Paderborn, 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 Paderborn? These are the best ones:

  1. Adam- und Eva-Haus1

    Adam- und Eva-Haus

     Paderborn
    The Adam-und-Eva-Haus, situated at Hathumarstraße 7, is recognized as one of the oldest and most intricately decorated half-timbered houses in Paderborn that still stands today. This three-story gabled house, built around 1560, is particularly known for its rich carvings on the friezes of the gable front. The most impressive of the three ornamental and figurative friezes is the lower one, which gave the house its name. It tells the story of Adam and Eve's fall from grace, from left to right, ending with their expulsion from paradise.
  2. LWL-Museum in der Kaiserpfalz2

    LWL-Museum in der Kaiserpfalz

     Paderborn
    The LWL-Museum in der Kaiserpfalz is situated in the East Westphalian city of Paderborn, in the North Rhine-Westphalia region of Germany. It is conveniently located near the city's cathedral, making it an accessible destination for tourists visiting the area.
  3. Heinz Nixdorf MuseumsForum3

    Heinz Nixdorf MuseumsForum

     Paderborn
    The Heinz Nixdorf MuseumsForum (HNF) is a computer museum located in Paderborn, Germany. It is named after Heinz Nixdorf, a computer pioneer and entrepreneur from Paderborn. The museum is a tribute to Nixdorf's contributions to the field of computer technology and his entrepreneurial spirit.
  4. Deutsches Traktoren und Modellauto Museum4

    Deutsches Traktoren und Modellauto Museum

     Paderborn
    The Deutsches Traktoren und Modellauto Museum, located in Paderborn, has been welcoming visitors since 1998. This museum is a testament to the history of tractors and model cars, offering a unique insight into the evolution of these machines over the years.
  5. Diözesanmuseum5

    Diözesanmuseum

     Paderborn
    The museum is home to one of the most comprehensive and important collections of Christian art in Germany. With over 12,000 works that span around 1,000 years, visitors can immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of religious art and history. The collection includes sculpture and goldsmith art from the Romanesque to the Baroque period.
  6. Stadtmuseum6

    Stadtmuseum

     Paderborn
    The Stadtmuseum Paderborn is a museum located in Paderborn, Germany. It is dedicated to preserving and displaying documents and artifacts that tell the story of the city's history. The museum offers a unique opportunity to delve into the past and learn about the city's rich heritage.
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    Ars Sacrale

     Paderborn
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    Kunstverein Paderborn

     Paderborn
    Kunstverein Paderborn, established in 1968, is an institution dedicated to the promotion of contemporary art. This includes various forms of art such as painting, graphics, sculpture, architecture, object art, photography, and new media. The organization's mission is to showcase and foster young art, and to develop a critical understanding of contemporary culture in the public.
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    Naturkundemuseum im Marstall

     Paderborn
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    Public Observatory Paderborn e.V.

     Paderborn
    The Public Observatory Paderborn is situated in the city of Paderborn, specifically in the district of Schloß Neuhaus. It is uniquely located on the roof of the Gymnasium Schloß Neuhaus, which is nestled within the scenic castle park of the district. This location not only provides an excellent vantage point for astronomical observations but also adds a historical and cultural dimension to your visit.

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