The Louvre Museum is certainly one of the most well-known museums in the entire world. Located in Paris France, the Louvre will give you the opportunity to view everything from ancient history to classical art to modern masterpieces. If you are looking for one of the most fascinating Museum experiences available in the world, you should see the Louvre.
The British Museum in London England
Don’t let the name fool you, the British Museum is chock full of world history and free to boot. There may be some charges for certain exhibitions that are only there for a limited time but the rest of the museum remains free of charge. Here you can see a grand amount of history from the days when the Romans and Greeks ruled Britannia as well as collections of art, culture and history from all over the world.
The German Historic Museum in Berlin Germany
The German Historic Museum is a fascinating glimpse into the past. The Germanic cultures have a long history of war, peace and improvements in engineering, construction and civilization as a whole. At the German Historic Museum you can see how it all ties together to the Germany that we know today. Whether your interested in 20th century history or something going a little further back in time, there is going to be something at the Berlin Historical Museum that attracts your attention.
The Musical Instrument Museum in Brussels, Belgium
The Musical Instrument Museum in Brussels Belgium has an amazing collection of musical instruments and displays. Many of the displays offer recordings of the music being played on the same type of instrument as is in the display so that you can leave with more of an appreciation for everything that you see here. Do you think you know a lot about music and the history of musical instruments? A trip to the Musical Instrument Museum may surprise and delight you.
Frammuseet (or Fram Museum) in Oslo Norway
Built in 1892, the ship known as the Fram has sailed farther North and farther South than any other vessel in history. Not only has it been perfectly maintained but it is open to tourists who want to see this bit of history from the inside. Housed at the Fram Museum in Oslo, this is definitely a must see if you have any love for the Sea and maritime history.
The Nuremburg Toy Museum
From back in Medieval Times, Nuremburg has been famous for its toymakers, dollmakers and other craftsmen. The Toy Museum in Nuremburg brings more than just pages from history back out of the past. Here you can see many wonderful examples of their work throughout the ages and discover just why these extraordinary craftsmen were world-renowned for their skills.
The Prado Museum in Madrid Spain
The Prado Museum in Madrid is claimed by some to be second only to the Louvre in regards to the masterpieces and works of classical art that are stored and displayed there. Here you will discover works by many of the Spanish masters as well as from other artists from around Europe and around the world. With artworks dating back to the 1100s, the Prado museum may very well top the list of Must See Museums.
The Sistine Chapel
While many people are familiar with the ceiling inside the Sistine Chapel painted by world-renowned master Michelangelo, not that many people know about the incredible museum housed on the very same grounds. Here you can see works from throughout the ages and get a taste of just why classical art is so popular.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence Italy
The Uffizi Gallery focuses mostly on Italian artists but they do have art displays and exhibitions from the masters from around the world as well. Still, given all of the contributions that Italy has made to the arts, it is hard to imagine that even an all-Italian gallery would be lacking with regards to the masterpieces.
The Chocolate Museum in Cologne Germany
Here you can see anything and everything chocolate up to and including a fully functional chocolate fountain. If you love chocolate, here you can not only learn a lot about the history of chocolate but you can see some amazing chocolate creations. Don’t forget to stop by the gift shop on your way out though, this is one museum that everybody is going to want to take one of the exhibits home from.
Photo Credits
- The Louvre, by C.K.H. & Crowded Heaven by Jesus & Kristle
