Deutsches Museum
One of the world's largest science and technology museums, located on an island in the Isar River, with everything from mine shafts to spacecraft.
The Deutsches Museum was founded in 1903 by engineer Oskar von Miller. Its main building stands on Museum Island in the Isar River and displays about 28,000 exhibits covering aviation, navigation, mining, energy, chemistry, physics, musical instruments, astronomy and dozens of other fields. Highlights include a replica underground mine, a genuine U-1 submarine, an early Benz automobile, Wright-style aircraft, a replica of an early programmable computer, and high-voltage electricity demonstrations (performed at set times). The museum has been undergoing phased renovation for more than a decade, so some galleries may still be under reconstruction; check the official website for open areas before you go. A full visit takes half a day, so it is best to choose three or four galleries of interest. Tickets cost about 15 to 18 euros. There are also an aviation branch in Schleissheim and a transport branch in the west of the city. From Marienplatz, take the S-Bahn to Isartor station and walk about 5 minutes, or take tram 18 to Deutsches Museum stop.
Opening hours
Daily 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Nearby sights
- Maximilianstraße & Maximilianeum
- Hofbräuhaus am Platzl
- Viktualienmarkt
- St. Peter's Church (Alter Peter)
- Marienplatz & New Town Hall
- Munich Residenz
- Frauenkirche
- Odeonsplatz & Theatine Church