Location: Bonn
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Things to do in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia: The Best Museums
Though probably best known as the capital of West Germany from 1949 to 1990 (and of reunified Germany until 1999), Bonn actually has a history dating back to the 1st century BC. Roman soldiers were stationed here and the largest known Roman fort was built at Bonn. In medieval times, the town gained prominence when the Archbishop of Cologne transferred his seat to Bonn. The city's most famous son is Ludwig van Beethoven, born in 1770 at Bonngasse, where a museum now honors him.
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1. zwo7zwo Kunstgalerie
2. Haus der Geschichte der Bundesrepublik Deutschland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,092 reviews
Travel back in time through German history since 1945: Our exhibition starts with the post-War years, new beginnings and the division of Germany. Why did the Cold War come about? How did the two Germanies develop and what links existed between West Germany and Communist East Germany? What prompted Reunification and what challenges has Germany faced since? Political events and developments form the red thread running through the exhibition. Moreover, you will see a broad variety of objects relating to everyday life, culture, business life and world events. Each item in the exhibition has its own story to tell. We present the small private and the large public narratives that changed society. Contemporary witnesses report their personal experiences and memories of their youth. We offer additional special services for kids, families, school classes, students, adults and senior citizens, such as guided visits, audio guides and educational materials.
Reviewed By 355stefang - Brussels, Belgium
This museum is easily one of the better museums I've visited. Very large, very well thought-out, engaging, informational and insightful. I spent several hours working my way through the museum, which is organized in a linear fashion progressing through time starting with WWII up to reunification. Many, many items on display with description signs in English and German. More history than you ever wanted to know about the former West Germany (and incidentally/tangentially East Germany and Germany in general of course). Free admission. Gift shop and restrooms on site. Easy to get to via use of the Heussallee/Museumsmeile tram stop just steps from the museum. Definitely recommended.
3. Zoologisches Museum Konig
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By Johnny19039
The museum can be highly recommended. It mainly shows taxidermied animals, which are presented in a natural looking environment. The museum is not too big, but you can nevertheless spend 2 hours there if you want to see everything. At the moment there is a well arranged special exhibition about dinosaurs. In the basement of the building there are some aquariums with live fish. It is also worth mentioning that you can take a break in a cafeteria. The entrance fee for adults is €5 and for pensioners €2.50. The museum is easily accessible by public transport. If you come by car, it is best to use one of the car parks nearby.
4. Arithmeum
5. August-Macke-Haus
6. Fabrik45
7. Mineralogisches Museum der Universitat Bonn
8. Kunstmuseum Bonn
9. Rheinisches Landesmuseum Bonn
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By K9080YUjulienb
Its a modern building but well laid out with lots of interesting things to see from pre Roman through to recent times. Good wheelchair access if required and discounts for over 65's. I spent 2 hours there but could have quite easily doubled that so I will go again. You need photo ID to have the free audio guide (UK driving licence is acceptable. There is parking if you need it and its cheap if you are visiting the museum and its only a 10 min walk from the centre. It also has a good cafe attached.
