Museum
•
Indoor
•
Educational
Museum für Kommunikation
·
~2 hr
$ Cheap
Family Ticket
Rainy Day
Meltdown-Proof
Spotless
An interactive museum located on Frankfurt's Museum Embankment. It explores the history and future of communication, featuring a popular children's workshop (Kinderwerkstatt) where kids can experiment with various communication tools and crafts.
#interactive
#education
#history
#indoor
#museum-sufer
Photos
Age Suitability
Baby
Toddler
Child
Teen
Perfect for children aged 4 and up; toddlers are welcome but won't grasp most exhibits.
Opening Hours
Fri
09:00-18:00
Sat
11:00-19:00
Sun
11:00-19:00
Thu
09:00-18:00
Tue
09:00-18:00
Wed
09:00-18:00
Last confirmed September 2026
Survival Kit
Changing Table
Wheelchair Accessible
Stroller Friendly
Highchair
Family Toilet
Breastfeeding Friendly
Bottle Warming
Play Area
Shade Available
Lockers / Storage
Fenced / Enclosed
Safety
Fenced Area
First Aid
Traffic: None
Safe indoor environment.
The museum is separated from the main road.
Good to Know
-
Parking Limited street parking; closest garage is 'Alt-Sachsenhausen' or 'Städel'.
-
Public Transport Easily accessible via U-Bahn (U1, U2, U3, U8) station 'Schweizer Platz'.
-
Food & DrinkThere is an on-site cafe (Expresso) with drinks and light meals.🥬 Vegetarian 🌱 Vegan 💪 Healthy
-
Duration A typical family visit lasts about 2 to 3 hours.
-
Admission Adults €6, Children (6-17) €1.50, Children under 6 free.
-
Family Ticket Special family rates often apply for temporary exhibitions.
-
Typical Wait Time Walk right in
-
Best Time to Visit Mornings on weekdays are usually quieter; weekends can be busy.
Best Seasons
🌱 Spring
☀️ Summer
🍂 Autumn
❄️ Winter
The Vibe
Crowd Level
Moderate
Noise Level
Moderate
Kid Chaos Tolerance
Meltdown-proof
Cleanliness
Spotless
Pro Tip
"Check out the Pneumatic Tube (Rohrpost) system - it's a huge hit with kids!"
Visitors consistently praise the interactive elements and the friendly staff in the children's workshop. It's often cited as one of the best museums for kids in Frankfurt.
Recommended For
Curious kids, families interested in technology and history, and school groups.
🎂 Birthday Parties
The museum offers various themed birthday parties such as 'Secret Languages', 'Stamp Making', or 'Flashlight Tours'.
Themes available for children aged 5 to 12.
Standard programs cost around €80 for up to 10 children.
Booking several weeks in advance is highly recommended.
User Reviews
Image: © Pedelecs / CC BY-SA 3.0
© OpenStreetMap contributors
Web research data last updated at 09/02/2026 1:14 p.m.
MamaMaps data last updated at 09/02/2026 1:14 p.m.