Meissen's Porcelain Museum + Workshop Ticket

Book your ticket to the Meissen Porcelain Museum and learn about the history of the city's treasures. Discover their origin and evolution by admiring numerous pieces that date from the 18th century to the present day and see how they're made in the workshop!

Meissen's Porcelain Museum

The first porcelain factory in Europe was founded in Meissen. Explore Meissen's Porcelain Museum to learn about its history and view its famous products. The exhibition allows you to explore different rooms at your own pace, showcasing monumental sculptures, cups of tea, plates, vases, and many other elegant pieces.

Discover the history of the firm through informative panels and audiovisual documents. Learn about its Eastern influences and connections to royalty, as well as the biography of Johann Friedrich Böttger, a key figure in the invention of porcelain in Meissen. Along with access to the museum, you can visit its workshops to see the production process from the potter's wheel to the painting. An audio guide in English is included.

Opening Times

The Meissen Porcelain Museum and workshops are open Monday to Sunday:

November 27 to December 23: 9 am to 6 pmDecember 24 and 26: closedDecember 31 and January 1: 10 am to 4 pm

For 2026, the hours are:

January to March: 10 am to 5 pmApril to December: 9 am to 6 pmDecember 31 and January 1: 10 am to 4 pmDecember 24, 25 and 26: closed

Opening hours may be subject to change.