The Gemäldegalerie (Picture Gallery) in Berlin holds one of the world’s most important collections of European painting from the 13th to the 18th century. Unlike the museums on Museum Island which focus on sculpture and antiquity, this museum at the Kulturforum is dedicated entirely to “Old Master” paintings. What to expect at Gemäldegalerie Where to … Read more
The Berlin Story Bunker is a massive, authentic World War II air-raid shelter located near Anhalter Bahnhof. Today, it houses the world’s leading documentary exhibition on National Socialism, titled “Hitler – How Could It Happen”. Unlike typical museums, this is a dense, text-heavy, and deeply educational experience housed inside a raw concrete structure that survived … Read more
The “World Balloon with Perfect View” (also known as the WELT-Balloon or Berlin Hi-Flyer) is one of the world’s largest helium balloons. Anchored near Checkpoint Charlie, it offers a silent, vertical ascent to 150 meters, providing one of the most unique vantage points in the German capital. What to expect from World Balloon Where to … Read more
Step into the Berlin TV Tower for an unmatched city experience. From lightning-fast elevators to a VR history tour, there’s so much to explore. Tickets sell out fast during peak hours—book yours early for a seamless visit!
The Pergamon Museum is the crown jewel of Berlin’s Museum Island, but it is currently undergoing a massive renovation. The main historic building is completely closed to visitors until at least 2027. However, you can still experience the masterpieces of the ancient city of Pergamon at the temporary exhibition building: “Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama.” This guide … Read more
The “Illuseum Berlin” is a fun, interactive museum dedicated to optical illusions, holograms, and sensory tricks. Located in the heart of Berlin near Alexanderplatz, it offers a playful break from traditional sightseeing, challenging your senses and perception of reality with hands-on exhibits. What to expect at Illuseum Illuseum Berlin is not a traditional “look-but-don’t-touch” museum. … Read more
Hamburger Bahnhof – Nationalgalerie der Gegenwart is one of the world’s most significant museums for contemporary art. Housed in a former 19th-century railway station, it combines historic neo-Renaissance architecture with cutting-edge modern installations. It is part of the National Gallery and is famous for its vast collection of art from the 1960s to the present … Read more
The Museum für Naturkunde (Natural History Museum) in Berlin is one of the most significant research museums in the world, holding a collection of over 30 million specimens. Located in the Mitte district, it is famous for its spectacular dinosaur skeletons, the biodiversity wall, and its research into the evolution of the Earth and life … Read more
The Alte Nationalgalerie (Old National Gallery) is one of the five museums on Berlin’s UNESCO World Heritage Museum Island. Resembling a Greco-Roman temple raised on a plinth, it was built to house the comprehensive art collection of 19th-century Prussia. It is the premier destination in Berlin for Romanticism, Impressionism, and early Modernist art. What to … Read more
The Bode Museum (Bode-Museum) is a neo-baroque jewel sitting at the northern tip of Museum Island, instantly recognizable by its majestic brown dome rising above the River Spree. Designed by Ernst von Ihne and named after its first director, Wilhelm von Bode, it was built to look like a ship plowing through the water. It … Read more