Museum of Cultural History Magdeburg: A Journey Through Time
Explore Magdeburg's captivating history, art, and culture at the Museum of Cultural History, from medieval times to the present day.
The Museum of Cultural History Magdeburg, originally founded in 1906 as the Kaiser-Friedrich Museum, showcases the rich history of Magdeburg through permanent and special exhibitions. Located near the Magdeburg Cathedral, the museum offers a glimpse into the city's past, from its medieval beginnings to its role as a Prussian fortress and state capital.
A brief summary to Museum of Cultural History Magdeburg
- Otto-von-Guericke-Straße 68-73, Magdeburg, Altstadt, 39104, DE
- +493915403530
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit the Emperor Otto Hall to see the original Magdeburg Rider statue and the mural "Scenes from the Life of Otto the Great".
- Take advantage of the discount offer that allows you to visit the Ottonianum Cathedral Museum and the Art Museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen at a reduced rate within 30 days.
- Combine your visit with the Museum of Natural History, which shares the same building.
Getting There
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Tram
The Museum of Cultural History Magdeburg is easily accessible by tram. Take the tram to the Haeckelstr./Museum stop, which is a 1-minute walk from the museum, or the Domplatz stop, which is a 5-minute walk away. Tram lines operated by MVB (Magdeburger Verkehrsbetriebe) serve these stops. A single ticket costs around €2.50.
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Walking
From Magdeburg Hauptbahnhof (main train station), the museum is an 11-minute walk. Exit the station and walk north towards the Magdeburg Cathedral. The museum is located a few meters from the cathedral on Otto-von-Guericke-Straße. From Friedensplatz, the museum is a 4-minute walk. Walk east on Behringstraße, then turn left onto Otto-von-Guericke-Straße. The museum will be on your left.
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Car
If driving, several parking garages are located near the museum. These include P2 City Carrè (9-minute walk), Domviertel (10-minute walk), and Friedensplatz (4-minute walk). Parking rates vary, but you can expect to pay around €3 per hour or €12 for 24 hours.
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