Strasbourg’s cultural scene is vibrant as the new year begins, offering a diverse range of attractions from natural history to contemporary art and immersive experiences. Following a successful reopening in September, the redesigned Zoological Museum continues to draw visitors with its extensive collection, while a parallel exhibition showcasing the work of photographer Vincent Munier adds another layer to the city’s artistic offerings.Beyond museums, Strasbourg presents a full calendar of events, including planetarium shows, musical performances, and guided tours, ensuring a rich experience for residents and tourists alike.
A Rare Find: Strasbourg’s Zoological Museum Reopens to Enthusiastic Visitors
Table of Contents
- A Rare Find: Strasbourg’s Zoological Museum Reopens to Enthusiastic Visitors
- Double the Delight: Vincent Munier’s Photography on Display
- Journey to Other Worlds: Planetarium Shows Continue
- Extend the Holiday Spirit with Music at Saint-Guillaume
- Explore Strasbourg with a Guided Tour
- Strike Up Some Fun at the Bowling Alley
- Immerse Yourself in Van Gogh’s Paintings at the Tivoli
- Take a Dip and Detox
- Start 2026 with a Fight for Equality
Haven’t had a chance to visit the Zoological Museum since it reopened to the public in September? Now’s the perfect time! Crowds have eased, and the completely redesigned space is stunning, showcasing beautifully restored collections.
With 1,800 specimens on display, interactive exhibits, three thematic exhibitions, and seven “Totem” rooms dedicated to creatures like the gorilla and the coelacanth—not to mention the incredible Blaschka marine organism glass models (a must-see!)—you can easily spend half a day exploring. The museum is open daily except Mondays, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. It will close at 4 p.m. on December 31 and remain closed on January 1.
Admission is €9 for the general public and €4.50 for reduced rates. On January 4, the first Sunday of the month, admission is free, and students from the University of Strasbourg will lead tours at 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. The address is 29, boulevard de la Victoire, Strasbourg.
Double the Delight: Vincent Munier’s Photography on Display
There’s a double dose of Vincent Munier’s work to enjoy! At the Museum of Fine Arts, 2, place du Château, his photographs are presented alongside paintings and engravings from the museum’s collections in the exhibition Lumières sur le vivant, in connection with the reopening of the Zoological Museum. The exhibit is open daily except Tuesdays, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays (closing at 4:30 p.m. on December 31), and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. Admission is €7.50 for the general public and €3.50 for reduced rates.
Munier’s latest film, Le Chant des forêts, is also playing at the Star Cinema, 27, rue du Jeu-des-Enfants, and at UGC Ciné-Cité, 25, avenue du Rhin. The film’s stunning imagery, raw nature, and themes of connection make it a truly sensitive and immersive experience—highly recommended!
Vincent Munier at the Museum of Fine Arts. Photo David Geiss
Journey to Other Worlds: Planetarium Shows Continue
Looking for more adventure? Four shows are currently playing at the Strasbourg Garden of Science Planetarium, 27, boulevard de la Victoire, through January 4. Options include Noisettes, recommended for ages five and up; an immersive 360° projection of Coral Reefs; The Sky Around Christmas (ages seven and up); and final showings of Zoé & GranPa (ages eight and up).
Final performances of GranPa and Zoe at the Planetarium. Photo DR
Zoé & GranPa tells the story of two companions leading a peaceful life on their ranch, “until the day their tranquility is disrupted by a strange event: the sunlight declines and seems to disappear. From then on, the two heroes embark on a race against time to save the light.”
The film is followed by a presentation of the evening sky by a science mediator. Various showtimes and ticket prices (including family options) are available on December 27, 28, 30, and 31, as well as January 2, 3, and 4. More information and reservations: jardin-sciences.unistra.fr
Saint-Guillaume at Christmas time. Photo Laurent Réa
Extend the Holiday Spirit with Music at Saint-Guillaume
The festive season continues at Saint-Guillaume, 1, rue Munch, where the church is still beautifully decorated. The Christmas Festival, part of the Strasbourg – Capital of Christmas program, which began with a concert on Friday, December 26, continues through December 30. On December 28 and 30 at 3 p.m. (following a presentation by Cyril Pallaud at 2 p.m.), you can hear La Petite Messe solennelle by Rossini performed by the professional ensemble Les Ornements, with soprano Martina Russomanno as a soloist.
On December 27 and 29 at 3 p.m., Concerto for Piano No. 20 by Mozart, with Guillem Aubry on piano and Cyril Pallaud on organ, will be performed. Tickets are €20, or €6 for those under 25. Reservations: www.passions-croisées.com
Explore Strasbourg with a Guided Tour
The Strasbourg and Region Tourism Office isn’t taking a holiday break either! Tours are available for €11.50, including explorations of “La Petite France, a charming district” (at 3 p.m., including January 1); “The Cathedral and its Surroundings” (January 2 at 3 p.m.); and “Legends, Traditions, and Popular Alsatian Beliefs” (December 27 at 2:30 p.m. and December 30 at 11 a.m.).
Details, availability, and many other options and ideas can be found at: www.visitstrasbourg.fr
The Orangerie Bowling Alley reopened on December 5. Photo Laurent Réa
Strike Up Some Fun at the Bowling Alley
Long-awaited and finally open! Closed for three years, the Orangerie Bowling Alley reopened in the eponymous park on December 5, boasting 32 brand-new lanes, a dart room, arcade games, eight billiards tables upstairs, and a new adjoining restaurant. Bad Bowl is open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to late at night, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on December 31 and from 2 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day. It’s the perfect place for a fun and relaxing break with the whole family! Expect to pay around €30 for a game for four, including shoe rental. Reservations: badbowl.fr
Immerse Yourself in Van Gogh’s Paintings at the Tivoli
For a different kind of escape, head to the Hall Tivoli, avenue Herrenschmidt, to experience Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience. This 360° immersive experience (a popular trend right now) plunges you into the masterpieces of the Dutch master. It’s open daily except January 1, with showtimes from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tickets cost €18.90 for adults, €14.90 for ages 6-18, and admission is free for children under six. More information and reservations: vangoghexpo.com
Van Gogh, the Immersive Experience, at the Exhibition Center. Photo Laurent Réa
Take a Dip and Detox
For a post-holiday reset, while the €90+ starred meal on December 28 and the €60 wine tasting on December 30 are fully booked, as is the giant aqua gym session on December 27, you can still find relaxation at the Municipal Baths, 10, boulevard de la Victoire, with activities including baby swimming, cycling, biking, aqua-training, and aqua-bike.
Admission to the aquatic area is €6, €24 including the wellness area, and €12 for an aquatic activity. It’s the perfect way to shake off the holiday indulgences and kickstart those New Year’s resolutions! The aquatic area is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. during the holidays, except January 1. More information: www.bainsmunicipauxdestrasbourg.fr
Three members of the Hackney Flashers, Claude Dugit-Gros, Julie Luzoir and Pascaline Morincôme, and exhibition curator Camille Richert. Photo Hervé Lévy
Start 2026 with a Fight for Equality
Looking for something different? Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the founding of the London feminist collective Hackney Flashers in 1975—formed to protest wage gaps, lack of childcare, and widespread gender stereotypes—the exhibition Hope for Change. Hackney Flashers, from London to Strasbourg is on display at the Ceaac (European Center for Contemporary Artistic Action), juxtaposing Strasbourg today with London yesterday…
After a few days of closure, it will reopen on Saturday, January 3, at 7, rue de l’Abreuvoir, Wednesday through Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. (free admission). A different way to start the new year!
