Museums by Category

Art, technology, nature or history? Find museums on your favorite subject.

Art & Design

Painting galleries, sculpture collections, design and contemporary art – from the Old Masters to the present day.

809 museums

History & Cultural History

Museums that tell the story of the past – from a region’s cultural history to the events of the 20th century.

1,852 museums

Natural History

Natural history and marine museums with collections on animals, plants, minerals and the history of the Earth.

270 museums

Science & Technology

Technology museums, science centers, transport and industrial museums – hands-on and interactive.

828 museums

Archaeology & Antiquity

Finds from prehistory, antiquity, the Roman era and the Middle Ages.

301 museums

Memorials

Memorials and places of remembrance for the victims of war, persecution and dictatorship, with exhibitions and educational programs.

116 museums

Castles, Palaces & Monasteries

Palaces, castles, residences and monasteries with museums, guided tours and historic rooms.

226 museums

Open-Air Museums

Historic buildings, villages and crafts in the open air.

188 museums

City & Regional Museums

State, city and local history museums that bring the history of their region to life.

1,164 museums

World Cultures & Ethnology

Ethnological collections and museums about cultures from around the world.

107 museums

People & Literature

Birthplaces and homes of famous people, literature and music museums.

309 museums

Special-Interest Museums

From chocolate to toys: museums with unusual themes.

403 museums

Topics

Collections by need – with explained filters and a quick search.

Accessible museums

Wheelchair accessible, with elevator and accessible restroom, sign language, easy-to-read language or audio description.

949 wheelchair accessible

Museums for families

Kid-friendly, with hands-on stations, activity booklet or family tour, kids go free, stroller-friendly with baby changing.