Munich · Museum Quarter
NS-Dokumentationszentrum
The documentation centre for the history of National Socialism in Munich, on the site of the former Nazi Party headquarters. The exhibition is free and serious in tone.
- 1 h 30
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- Museum Quarter
Data checked on October 5, 2026
Munich was the early base of the Nazi movement, and this centre explains how the city fits into that history. The permanent exhibition follows the rise of the Nazi movement in Munich and its consequences, with documents and photographs. There is a library with research terminals and a cafe, and a free app lists more than 100 other sites in Munich tied to the period. The tone is factual rather than dramatic.
What to look for
- Permanent exhibition on Munich and National Socialism
- Library with research terminals
- Free app with sites around the city
- Changing exhibitions on current themes
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Friday | 10:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–7:00 pm | |
| Sunday | 10:00 am–7:00 pm |
Open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 19:00, and also on public holidays that fall on a Monday. Closed on other Mondays.
Source: NS-Dokumentationszentrum München, checked October 5, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free.
Getting there
Königsplatz station (U2) is a short walk, and Hauptbahnhof is also within walking distance.
Tip
Allow time without a tight schedule afterwards. The material is dense, and many visitors spend more than they planned.