Jewish Museum Munich

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Yalla. Arab-Jewish Encounters

Seven contemporary Jewish artists with roots in Arab-influenced regions explore identity, memory and belonging, tracing shared culture alongside histories of exclusion and violence.

Now showing29 Apr – 28 Feb 2027€6

Permanent Collections

Voices_Places_Times. Jews in Munich

The museum's permanent exhibition traces two centuries of Jewish life in Munich through testimonies, ritual objects, photographs, video and comics across seven installations.

Permanent collection€6

Hans - The Guitar from Theresienstadt

An online exhibit on a guitar built from scrap wood by architect Hanuš Smetana in the Theresienstadt ghetto, signed by fellow prisoners.

Permanent collection€6

Kurt Landauer: Letters 1944-1948

A digital storytelling exhibit built on newly discovered letters between FC Bayern's Nazi-persecuted former president Kurt Landauer and his future wife.

Permanent collection€6

Nearby

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MUCA – Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art

Art4 min walk

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Kunsthalle München

Art8 min walk

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Munich Residenz

Architecture10 min walk

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Deutsches Museum

Children11 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Jewish Museum Munich cost?

Standard adult admission to Jewish Museum Munich is €6. Concessions €3.60; free for under-18s and Munich Pass holders. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Jewish Museum Munich?

Jewish Museum Munich is open Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00, closed Mondays. Also closed on Rosh Hashanah (12-13 Sep 2026), Yom Kippur (21 Sep 2026), Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, with modified hours on some other Jewish and public holidays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Jewish Museum Munich?

Jewish Museum Munich is located at St.-Jakobs-Platz 16, 80331 München, Germany, in the Altstadt-Lehel area of Munich. The nearest stations are Marienplatz (U3/U6, S-Bahn) and Sendlinger Tor (U1/U2/U3/U6).

What can I see at Jewish Museum Munich?

A glass-and-stone cube on St.-Jakobs-Platz tracing Munich's Jewish history and living community. Current highlights include Voices_Places_Times. Jews in Munich, Hans - The Guitar from Theresienstadt and Kurt Landauer: Letters 1944-1948.

Do I need to book Jewish Museum Munich in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Jewish Museum Munich?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.