ZKM, Karlsruhe

Name: ZKM
Address: Lorenzstraße 19, Karlsruhe, 76135, Germany
Telephone: +49 721 81001200

#11 among attractions in Karlsruhe

Museum, Top attraction, Concert hall, Art museum

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Facts and practical information

The ZKM | Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe, a cultural institution, was founded in 1989. and since 1997 is located in a listed industrial building in Karlsruhe, Germany, a former munitions factory. The ZKM organizes special exhibitions and thematic events, conducts research and produces works on the effects of media, digitization, and globalization, and offers public as well as individualized communications and educational programs. ()

Local name: Zentrum für Kunst und Medien Established: 1997 (27 years ago)Coordinates: 49°0'5"N, 8°23'1"E

Address

Lorenzstraße 19Karlsruhe (Südweststadt)Karlsruhe 76135 Germany

Contact

+49 721 81001200

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Day trips

ZKM – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Karlsruhe Zoo, Karlsruhe Palace, Botanischer Garten Karlsruhe, Postgalerie.

0.8 miE
Wildlife park and gardens with lakes
Karlsruhe Zoo, Karlsruhe
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the picturesque city of Karlsruhe, Germany, the Karlsruhe Zoo stands as a verdant oasis and a top attraction for visitors of all ages. This enchanting zoological garden, established in 1865, offers a delightful escape into the world of wildlife...
1.3 miNE
200-year-old castle and history museum
Karlsruhe Palace, Karlsruhe
33 min walk • Nestled at the heart of the fan-shaped city, Karlsruhe Palace is a historic gem that offers a glimpse into the grandeur of Germany's past. Originally constructed in 1715 as the residence of Margrave Charles III William of Baden-Durlach, the palace now serves as a...
1.1 miNE
Park, Botanical garden
Botanischer Garten Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
29 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Karlsruhe, Germany, the Botanischer Garten Karlsruhe is a serene escape that offers a tranquil experience amidst nature’s bounty. This botanical garden, a verdant oasis, is not just a place for plant enthusiasts but a retreat for...
0.7 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Postgalerie, Karlsruhe
19 min walk • The Postgalerie in downtown Karlsruhe is a shopping center; it is located in the former main post office building between Europaplatz and Stephanplatz and was opened as a shopping center in 2001.
1 miNE
19th-century museum of European art
Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
27 min walk • The Staatliche Kunsthalle is an art museum in Karlsruhe, Germany. The museum, created by architect Heinrich Hübsch, opened in 1846 after nine years of work in a neoclassical building next to the Karlsruhe Castle and the Karlsruhe Botanical Garden.
1 miE
Opera, Concerts and shows, Theater
Badisches Staatstheater Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
26 min walk • The Badisches Staatstheater Karlsruhe is a theatre and opera house in Karlsruhe, Germany. It has existed in its present form and place at Ettlinger Tor since 1975.
1.3 miNE
49°0'49"N • 8°24'16"E
Badisches Landesmuseum im Schloss, Karlsruhe
33 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
0.8 miNE
Museum
State Museum of Natural History Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
22 min walk • The State Museum of Natural History Karlsruhe, abbreviated SMNK, is one of the two state of Baden-Württemberg's natural history museums.
0.6 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Sandkorn-Theater, Karlsruhe
16 min walk • Sandkorn-Theater is a theatre in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
~360 ftS
49°0'1"N • 8°23'1"E
Städtische Galerie, Karlsruhe
2 min walk • Museum
1.2 miE
Museum
Verkehrsmuseum Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
30 min walk • The Karlsruhe Museum of Transport exhibits the history of transport from the beginning of the 19th century to the present. The collection includes historic bicycles, motorcycles and cars as well as railroad models.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is ZKM open?

ZKM is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 2 pm - 6 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to ZKM?

Nearby attractions include Städtische Galerie, Karlsruhe (2 min walk), Sandkorn-Theater, Karlsruhe (16 min walk), Kaiser-Wilhelm-Denkmal, Karlsruhe (17 min walk), Kaiserplatz, Karlsruhe (17 min walk).

How to get to ZKM by public transport?

The nearest stations to ZKM:

Bus

ZKM/Städtische Galerie • Lines: CityTour Karlsruhe (2 min walk)
Holtzstraße • Lines: 55 (4 min walk)

Tram

Zkm • Lines: 2, E, Nl2 (5 min walk)
Arbeitsagentur • Lines: 2, E, Nl2 (5 min walk)

Train

Albtalbahnhof (20 min walk)
Karlsruhe West (24 min walk)