The Toy Museum of Colmar: Entry Ticket

Additional Information & Description

The Toy Museum of Colmar traces childhood play through hundreds of toys and games, from the 19th century to the present day. Its appeal lies in seeing familiar forms of fun alongside objects from earlier generations: a collection that makes the evolution of play tangible, rather than simply telling its story.

Rocking horses, dolls and toy soldiers

Vintage rocking horses, toy soldiers and elegant porcelain dolls give the collection much of its character. Board games and puzzles sit within the same broad world of childhood entertainment, alongside iconic games and popular contemporary toys. That variety gives you more than a succession of display objects to look at. It brings together different kinds of play, from imagined characters and miniature worlds to games built around shared rules and challenges.

A playful look at changing times

Since opening in 1993, the museum has celebrated childhood while exploring how toys reflect the sensibilities of their era. Nostalgia is part of the visit, but the collection also encourages a closer look at what generations chose to play with. Objects made for amusement become a slice of cultural history, revealing changing ideas about childhood through the toys and games themselves.

What your ticket includes

Your ticket includes museum admission and access to the temporary exhibitions, extending the visit beyond the main collection. Access to the playroom and the puppet show is also included when available. These add a different dimension to a visit centred on looking at toys: space for play and a performance form closely connected with childhood entertainment.

Location and accessibility

The museum is at 40 Rue Vauban in Colmar, France. Wheelchair access is available. Tickets are delivered instantly and can be presented on a smartphone.