Museum Berlin

Berlin is art, history, and creativity all at once. However, there is not only plenty of attractions to discover outdoors. The museum landscape in the German capital is also diverse. Currently, around 175 different museums in Berlin such as the James Simon Gallery, the Film Museum at Potsdamer Platz, Charlottenburg Palace, or the Jewish Museum invite you to explore and marvel. Of course, a single visit to the Spree metropolis is not enough to visit every museum in Berlin. However, to not miss out on the best offers, we have summarized the most beautiful offers for you in this article.

The Berlin Museum Island

The first address for excellent museums in Berlin is undoubtedly the Museum Island with the Old Museum, the New Museum, the Old National Gallery, the Pergamon Museum, and the Bode Museum. This collection of unique buildings in the heart of the city has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999 and brings together fascinating collections ranging from prehistory and antiquity to modern art.

Pergamon Museum

The impressive Pergamon Museum captivates primarily with its famous Pergamon Altar, the Museum of Islamic Art, and the Near Eastern Museum. So, for those who want to embark on a special journey in the heart of the capital, a visit here is definitely a must.

Bode Museum

Also part of the Museum Island is the Bode Museum, built between 1897 and 1904 by Ernst von Ihne. The neobaroque building currently houses both the fascinating Coin Cabinet and the Museum of Byzantine Art, along with a comprehensive sculpture collection.

Museum of Natural History

For those who have seen enough on Museum Island, in the German capital, there are numerous other worthwhile museums to choose from. One of them is certainly the beautiful Museum of Natural History. This historic institution was founded in 1810 and today presents the evolution of species on around 6,600 square meters. One of the undisputed highlights is the largest dinosaur skeleton in the world, which fascinates not only school children but also adult visitors to Berlin.

Martin-Gropius-Bau

The Gropius Bau in Kreuzberg was built by the architects Martin Gropius and Heino Schmieden as a museum of decorative arts. Today, the building is considered one of the top addresses for first-class exhibitions, cultural history, contemporary art, and photography. For current information such as events or details about an exhibition, you can visit the respective website.

DDR Museum

At the DDR Museum, visitors have the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of the former East Germany. From the Trabant car to prefabricated buildings and cultural clichés, there is a lot to discover and rethink here. Moreover, children are currently being given an understandable insight into the time before the reunification through many digital and interactive contents.

Experience Berlin's Museums Affordably

For those who are now eager to explore the unique museums of the capital during a city trip to Berlin or a family stay, it is essential to secure a museum pass. This pass is also available as an online ticket and offers three days of free admission to over 30 museums in Berlin Mitte, on Museum Island, at Alexanderplatz, around Tiergarten, or in the City East. And all this for only €29.00 (regular price) or €14.50 (reduced price)! You can find out which museums are participating in this promotion on the visitberlin.de website. Good news for all museum lovers and visitors to the capital is that numerous Berlin museums open their doors for free on the first Sunday of each month!

Time for a Visit to Berlin

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