The Bach Museum in Leipzig explores the life and work of Johann Sebastian Bach in a setting closely connected to his family. It occupies the Bosehaus, a baroque townhouse on Thomaskirchhof that once belonged to the Boses, friends and neighbours of the Bachs. Across the square stands St Thomas Church, where Bach served as cantor from 1723 until his death in 1750.
Inside, interactive displays, listening stations, historical instruments and manuscripts bring the composer’s world into focus. The exhibition looks beyond the famous music to Bach’s family, his working life and the religious and civic culture of Leipzig. It’s an engaging visit even if you’re not a classical music expert, with plenty of opportunities to pause and listen.
Allow around an hour or more for the museum, and combine it with a visit to St Thomas Church, where Bach is buried. The museum is generally closed on Mondays; check current opening hours and exhibition details before travelling. Leipzig’s compact old town is easy to explore on foot, and the museum is within walking distance of the main railway station.