Another institution of Klassik Stiftung, The Goethe National Museum includes Goethe’s Residence and Goethe Museum. The beautiful building has carefully recorded every detail related to the celebrated poet, Johann Wolfgang Goethe’s life. With a history dating back to 1885, it is one of the most fascinating places to visit in Weimar.

The Museum largely comprises of Goethe’s private collection of art and natural sciences. It consists of:

• Goethe’s personal library
• 2,000 drawings made by Goethe himself
• 100,000 exhibits focusing on Weimar Classicism
• The Cabinet of Natural Sciences
• The Graphic Art Collections of the Klassik Stiftung
• The exhibition Flood of Life – Storm of Deeds

Goethe’s charming and captivating home too became a part of the Museum’s trusteeship after the death of his last grandson. Visitors can now walk through the same halls that Goethe did and have a closer look at his life, his work. The house wonderfully represents Goethe. Its 18 accessible and authentically furnished rooms consist of his personal souvenirs including hand drawings, paintings, medals, bronzes, sculptures and coins. 

• Concession price - €8.50
• 16 - 20 years - €3.50
• Free entry below the age of 16

• Public guided tours from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

• Divan
• Sushibar
• La Trattoria

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