Mark the Date! Mercedes-Benz Museum Celebrates 140 Years of Innovation With Free Admission in Germany

The Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart is joining the International Museum Day celebrations on May 17, 2026, offering free entry to its permanent exhibition that showcases 140 years of automotive innovation and development.

In addition to complimentary access, visitors can enjoy the advanced Roarington driving simulators, located on Level 0. These simulators give guests the chance to experience iconic racing tracks with historic Mercedes-Benz models, including digital versions of the 300 SLR, 300 SL "Gullwing," and 190 E Evo II.

Driving simulators at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart. Photo: JF Films, Mercedes-Benz

The museum will also host a Classics & Coffee event centered around the G-Class model, featuring a car display, public activities, and experiential content. A day earlier, on May 16, an exclusive invite-only event featuring lectures, VR experiences, music, and culinary delights will also take place..

The museum notes that, due to a city race in Stuttgart, access to the venue will be restricted to vehicles only from 10:00 AM on May 17 via a dedicated entrance. The museum itself opens as usual at 9:00 AM.

Mercedes-Benz Museum in Germany. Photo: Mercedes-Benz

The Mercedes-Benz Museum, which opened in 2006, operates throughout the week (Tuesday to Sunday) from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The ticket desk closes at 5:00 PM.

The museum emphasizes that International Museum Day is an opportunity to make automotive history and innovation accessible to the wider public, as part of the celebrations marking 140 years of the Mercedes-Benz brand.

Driving simulators at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart. Photo: JF Films, Mercedes-Benz