Mother and daughter near a display case at the museum

Families

Families can look forward to an unforgettable day full of adventure and discovery at the LVR Archaeological Park in Xanten! Here, children can not only watch, but also get involved and immerse themselves in the fascinating world of the Romans. Whether exploring the impressive steps and vaults of the amphitheatre or discovering the mysterious underground storeroom in the Roman hostel – every step becomes an exciting adventure.
In the LVR-RömerMuseum, 30 interactive stations offer the opportunity to discover the Roman era. Here, visitors of all ages can try things out and approach the world of the Romans in a playful way. A special highlight are the traditional Roman games, where young and old alike can prove their skills – without any digital distractions.
Additional fun is provided by the large adventure playground, the water playground and the huge bouncy castle, which captivate children and give adults the opportunity to enjoy relaxing moments in the sheltered park grounds.
The park is perfect for satisfying children's curiosity: informative text and image panels and a printed short guide, which can be purchased in the shop for three euros, provide exciting answers to their questions. In addition, our multimedia guide provides information about the Archaeological Park and the Roman Museum in German, English, Dutch and French, as well as in easy language and German sign language. The guide can be borrowed from the ticket office at the LVR-Roman Museum and costs three euros.
Those who want to learn more about Roman history can take part in the open guided tours at the weekend and discover the secrets of temples, gates and thermal baths.

Admission prices and opening hours
Single tickets
  • Adults: EUR 11
  • Children and young people under 18: free
  • Refugees (with proof of arrival or residence permit): free
  • Students, BuFDi, FSJ, trainees, severely disabled persons*: EUR 7
*with appropriate proof Please show your discount card and ID immediately. Discounts cannot be combined.
Admission to the park and museum is free on the first Monday of every month!
Group tickets
Group prices apply to groups of 10 or more people. For groups of children and young people under 18, one accompanying adult per 10 people receives free admission.
  • Adults: EUR10.50
  • Children and young people under 18: free
Opening hours
  • March to October: Monday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • November: Monday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • December to February: Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The park and museum are closed on 24, 25 and 31 December. Open on New Year's Day.
Information on the closing days of the LVR-RömerMuseum and other temporary closures can be found as current notices on the homepage.

Catering
The café in the historic mill at the LVR-RömerMuseum invites you to linger. The lovingly restored 18th-century building offers refreshments and light meals such as chips or bratwurst in a special atmosphere with a cosy sun terrace – and, of course, plenty of delicious coffee. The KaffeeMühle also offers a selection of dishes that change daily, such as fresh salads, soups and Roman meatballs.
Download Menu (PDF, 6.66 MB) (German)

Electric tourist train "APXpress"
Since May 2025, an electric tourist train runs through the Archaeological Park. The "APXpress" will allow visitors with limited mobility to explore the entire park.
The train will stop at seven stations. It operates daily from March to October, from 10am to 5pm, and offers seating, wheelchair space and storage for walkers. Prams, balance bikes and wagon carts are not allowed.
To use the tourist train, a day ticket must be purchased. This ticket can be bought at the park entrances and costs €2 for adults and €1 for children.

Book your tickets and extras here!

You can purchase your tickets in the online ticket shop and immediately see whether there are any interesting exhibitions, guided tours or workshops on offer during your planned visit.

How to get to the Archaeological Park Xanten

  • Most of the facilities at the LVR Archaeological Park Xanten are barrier-free and wheelchair accessible.
  • There is free car parking at all three park entrances; simply follow the parking guidance system.
  • At the town centre entrance, a parking disc is required in one of the two car parks during the week. The parking time with a parking disc is 4 hours.
  • The LVR Roman Museum entrance is about a 10-minute walk from Xanten train station. This entrance is also located directly on the so-called ‘Alleenradweg’ cycle path.
  • The Harbour Temple entrance is closed from December to February inclusive.
  • The former entrance on Siegfriedstraße has been closed since 2019.
Night tours, lectures and Roman weekends. The APX offers a varied program of events
Events Two replicas of Roman theatre masks
The Archaeological Park and the Roman Museum are a popular destination for school trips of all ages. The faithful reconstructions in the Roman city provide a more vivid impression of Roman life than any book.
Nursery schools and schools A group of teenagers in the museum, two in the front left and right trying on Roman gladiator helmets
Can newlyweds have their photographs taken in the park, and are families permitted to bring their own handcarts? Here you will find answers to some frequently asked questions before visiting the APX.
Frequently asked questions A Shiba Inu dog chills out in the grass