Kinder- und Jugendmuseum München

The Kinder- und Jugendmuseum München is a multi-floor institution offering interactive exhibitions on science, art, culture, and technology for children ages 4 to 12. Each floor features different themed areas where young visitors can actively participate and explore.

The institution began in 1990 as a mobile exhibition housed in a converted bus before establishing a permanent location at Munich Central Station. The museum later moved to a new facility after operating in that central location for many years.

The museum lets children learn by touching, experimenting, and discovering connections through hands-on activities rather than passive observation. Visitors see how young learners engage directly with exhibits, understanding complex ideas through doing instead of reading.

The location is best reached on foot or by public transport and can accommodate groups of various sizes. Plan for extended time since children tend to spend considerable periods at individual stations.

The institution runs special programs where children over 6 can explore topics that change with the seasons. These rotating themes make repeat visits engaging and allow new activities to be discovered each time.

Location: Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt

Inception: 1990

Official opening: 1990

Operator: Pädagogische Aktion/ Kinder- und Jugendmuseum München e.V.

Website: http://kindermuseum-muenchen.de

GPS coordinates: 48.14146,11.55828

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01