Originally a 13-th century Dominican convent and later a public baths building, the Unterlinden…read moreMuseum has a tremendous collection of international and local artifacts and relics that date back to prehistoric times. The museum was established in 1849 and opened to the general public in 1853. Sculptures, artworks and the amazing Isenheim Altarpiece by Matthias Grünewald (sculpted and painted in 1512-1516). So many more medieval and historic items to see. Expect your tour to take at least two hours and if it's cold, keep your coat on. Much of the museum is not air conditioned or heated but there are WCs throughout. [Review 21176 overall - 95 in France - 139 of 2024.]

This museum has a beautiful collection of art. Most impressive (to me!) are the wooden panels that…read morewere behind the alter in the chapel. The Audioguides are 2 euros per person and are very much worth purchasing. Tip: You can buy a Colmar pass across the plaza at the Visitor Center for about 30 euros per person which gets you into all the museums (except the chocolate factory) as well as the train and boat tours. Worth it if you are visiting for more than one day!

A must-see venue in Straßburg, preferably on your first day there to get a feel for the history,…read morecraft, cuisine and lore of this gorgeous area of France/Germany (I know it's technically 'france', but let's get real). Give yourself enough time to really imbibe the experience! We had only two hours and had to rush through the final rooms, to my chagrin. History and art lovers in particular will find a wealth of information here. Don't. Miss. It.

Admission is €6, and half off if you are a student. There is plenty to see, and it's all very…read moreinteresting. The museum itself is historical: it's been around over 100 years. The museum is actually 3 old Alsatian residences in Strasbourg, filled with daily insight on the lives of people in the region in the 18th and 19th centuries. It's almost like a maze, in fact, I am not even sure if I saw everything because there was just so much. It takes you out onto the porches in the courtyard on ocassion. I would want to live here even now, if it wasn't a museum. One of the neatest parts was a room full of antique toys, from dolls sporting gigantic bows to elaborate miniature toy kitchens. You can see agricultural items, religious items, to a typical Alsatian kitchen set up for the time period, down to the pots meant for preserving butter. If you are in Strasbourg, this is a must see.

The birthplace of sculptor Auguste Bartholdi, the structure was updated and turned into a museum…read more Full of images and smaller sculptures and studies of the artists creations. You'll be thinking, why does that name ring a bell? Yes, Bartholdi is best known for having created the Statue of Liberty https://www.yelp.com/biz/statue-of-liberty-new-york-3?hrid=veIzZZ00bJOV6PjEGnFvOg and the Lion of Belfort https://www.yelp.com/biz/le-lion-de-belfort-belfort?uid=hWDybu_KvYLSdEFzGrniTw among other works. Expect to take about an hour to tour the three stories of furniture, models, paintings and photos. Note that the museum closes for lunch. [Review 21179 overall - 98 in France - 142 of 2024.]

This outstanding museum was a pleasant surprise! It is housed in Bartholdi childhood home. He was…read moreborn in Colmar and always had strong rooms and ties to this area. He was a humanist, artist and early ambassador to friendship between nations. He is most famous for Lady Liberty (1876) also know as the Statue of Liberty. That Statue is known around the world and welcomes people to the United States~the land of Liberty. This gift from France is the most famous piece of art in the world! His life, his art and his work are exhibited in this excellent museum!

Intimate modern art museum. STUNNING architecture blending divinely with nature. Captivating…read moresculptures on their lawns and four floors of classical modernism and contemporary well curated art. Presently, OUTSTANDING is "Der Konig Ist Tot, Lang Lebe Die Konigin", their special exhibit. Showcasing 31 female artists of different generations; their own contemporary style; their artworks in a broad range of themes. CHEERS!

This is the most bizarre museum I have ever seen. It didn't have any of the art their website…read morestated.

From the owner: Un magnifique aquarium Ce jardin est fait d'allées sinueuses qui serpentent autour des bassins, des…read morerosiers et des collections de plantes très prisées au début du siècle, qui permettent de retrouver l'ambiance de "l'Ecole de Nancy". Il possède un aquarium classé monument historique.

Nice museum with an interesting mix of modern and contemporary art. Some pieces were really…read moreimpressive and unique, though a few exhibits felt a bit underwhelming. The space is well organized and easy to walk through, and it wasn't too crowded which made it more enjoyable. Worth a visit if you're into modern art.

Fabulous. Contemporary art usually goes right over my head but that wasn't a big piece of the…read moredisplays here when I visited Strasbourg in November 2021. Modern art, yes. Political art, not so much. My visit started with a large exhibit explaining the history and origin of the French national anthem, La Marseillaise. Me, I love a rounding rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. When done properly, it gives me goosebumps. So to have this opportunity to learn about this song was interesting and enjoyable. From the "Chant de Guerre" that was the battle hymn for the Army of the Rhine and adapted to become Chant des Marsellois and subsequently La Marseillaise. From 1792 and through the 19th and 20th centuries, it represented a rallying hymn in the struggles for freedom. It was even taken up by Chinese students demonstrating in Tiananmen Square in 1989. Other exhibits included sculptures and art pieces and portraits, many of them absolutely interesting. I particularly enjoyed "Three Elements" (1925) by Vasilly Kandinsky and bought a print of it in the gift shop. Masks are required throughout the museum and QR codes were checked at entry. The cloakroom is currently closed. Expect to spend at least 90 minutes touring the art. [Review 16448 overall - 82 in France - 1956 of 2021.]

From the owner: Une collection colossale Pas moins de 9000 oeuvres sont en la possession de Reinfold Würth. Grâce à…read morece musée, des tableaux de grands maîtres comme Baselitz, Munch, Vasarely ou Kirchner sont dévoilées sur les 800 m2 dédiés aux expositions. Fort d'une expérience similaire en Allemagne, il s'agit de l'une des plus belles collections privées d'art moderne et contemporain de l'Hexagone.

Excellent museum dedicated to the Metz, France area from Gallo-Roman to Renaissance times!…read more Some of my favorite parts of the museums were the Gallo-Roman baths, the Altar of Mithras, and the medieval painted ceiling with weird "animals." The museum is a bit of maze. However it is thoughtfully organized with the understanding that people can easily get lost. There are guides situated throughout the museum to guide you in a forward direction so that you don't get lost. Be patient. If you don't get to see an adjacent room in the moment, just know that you will get there. There is a time and a place. Located right next to the Cathedral Saint Etienne! Very quiet. Not crowded on a Monday. Small but interesting, and not overwhelming at all. Took me about 2 hours and I tend to linger and sit.

A wonderful museum, with art and artifacts of the Metz region, dating from at least 100 years…read morebefore the time before Christ through present day. Everything was well-displayed and labeled, although most was in French only. We used Google to help us with translations. There are Roman baths, full skeletal remains in graves from an ancient cemetery, fine examples of woodworking, pottery, sculptures, glass, Renaissance paintings, architectural pieces, and much more! 5 euros per ticket, and my husband and I spent a full 3 hours here. We did not finish viewing the whole museum, but no worries. The tickets are good for 24 hours, so we can return to see the last of the exhibits tomorrow.