Exterior of Staedelsches Kunstinstitut museum (Museum Staedel), Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany.

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Städel Museum

Top choice in Frankfurt am Main

Founded in 1815, this world-renowned art gallery has an outstanding collection of European art from masters including Dürer, Rembrandt, Rubens, Renoir, Picasso and Cézanne, dating from the Middle Ages to today. More contemporary works by artists including Francis Bacon and Gerhard Richter are showcased in a subterranean extension lit by circular skylights. Admission prices can vary according to temporary exhibitions. Queues can be lengthy, so save time by pre-booking tickets online.

Two cafes are located on site, as well as an outstanding shop stocking art books, prints and gifts.

Contact

Address

Schaumainkai 63

Get In Touch

069-605 098

https://www.staedelmuseum.de/

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