Mainz Old Town Culture
Stroll through the old town of Mainz
The beautiful old town in Mainz
View of the cathedral St.Martin in Mainz, © © Dominik Ketz© © Dominik Ketz
Cathedral square with view of the cathedral St.Martin in Mainz, © © Dominik Ketz© © Dominik Ketz

The State Museum Mainz is one of the most important museums in Rhineland-Palatinate, uniting art, history, and culture in a fascinating way. The exhibition spans from antiquity through the Middle Ages to modern times, offering a comprehensive overview of the cultural development of the region. Visitors can admire outstanding archaeological finds from Mainz and its surroundings, significant paintings, sculptures, and crafts. Special focuses include the city's Roman past as well as Mainz's book and printing history. The museum is not only a place of presentation but also of mediation: Special exhibitions, guided tours, workshops, and educational programs make history and art tangible for all age groups. With its central location in Mainz, the State Museum offers an inspiring insight into the cultural diversity of the region and connects the past and present in a vivid way.