City: Mitte
Top Things to do in Mitte
10 Specialty Museums in Mitte That You Shouldn't Miss
Berlin is an edgy city, from its fashion to its architecture to its charged political history. The Berlin Wall is a sobering reminder of the hyper-charged postwar atmosphere, and yet the graffiti art that now covers its remnants has become symbolic of social progress. Check out the Weltzeituhr (world time) Clock, topped by a model of the solar system, then turn back time by dining at the historic Zur Letzten Instanz, a 16th century restaurant that was frequented by Napoleon and Beethoven.
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1. Museum Island
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4.5 based on 8,925 reviews
Home to three famous museums - the Pergamon, the Altes and the Bode.
2. Museum Blindenwerkstatt Otto Weidt
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4.5 based on 286 reviews
Reviewed By AGJoao - Eastern Norway, Norway
Visit during the day. In the evening is dark and more difficult to admire. Today the walls are covered with popular art. The building where Otto Weidt provided activities for people with visual impairments, there were a hiding place for Jews. In the villa there is a bar, where is aloud to smoke inside. In another building there is a museum explaining the life of Anne Frank and the saga of her family to escape the Nazis.
3. Deutsches Historisches Museum
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4.5 based on 3,941 reviews
The German Historical Museum presents itself in two buildings: In the unique Baroque Zeughaus and the neighbouring modern exhibition hall designed by the Chinese-American architect Ioeh Minh Pei. The 300-year old Zeughaus is one of the most important buildings of the Baroque period in Berlin and the oldest buildings at the boulevard Unter den Linden. In 2006 the Permanent Exhibition “German History in Images and Artefacts” was inaugurated here; it showcases 2000 years of eventful and enthralling German history as seen within its European context. 8000 selected objects from the extensive collections of the German Historical Museum furnish valuable evidence of history and reveal, on a surface area of 8000 square meters, a fascinating and vivid picture of the past. Supplementing the Permanent Exhibition are specialized temporary exhibitions displayed in the fascinating exhibition building designed by I.M. Pei. The spacious new structure with its glass and steel entrance lobby and distinctive winding staircase was opened in 2003. Definitive events and facets of German history are presented in a variety of special exhibitions on the four floors of the new building.
Reviewed By STE00793 - London, United Kingdom
- Staff were super friendly and helpful on arrival - Audio guide is a must - Very well laid out and curated - Lots of things to learn and interested pieces - WELL worth a visit in Berlin if you want to learn more about the history of Germany
4. The Kennedys
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
5. Neues Museum
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4.5 based on 5,795 reviews
The opening of the Neues Museum marked a key chapter in the history of 19th-century art, museum design, and technology. Designed by Friedrich August Stüler and built from 1843 to 1855, the building suffered severe damage during World War II, after which it was left as an abandoned bombsite. Emergency measures to secure the structure were only taken in the 1980s. Painstaking restoration work got under way in 2003 and was undertaken by the offices of the British architect David Chipperfield.The museum reopened its doors to the public in 2009 and combines geographically and thematically related exhibits pooled together from three separate collections at the Staatliche Museen zu Berlin: the collection of Egyptian art from the Ägyptisches Museum und Papyrussammlung, of prehistoric objects from the Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte, and of classical antiquities from the Antikensammlung.
Reviewed By 924vincep - Woodland Park, United States
This totally fascinating museum reopened its doors in 2009 and is well worth an extended visit. Its four floors contain a vast array of artifacts from the each of the prehistory eras (stone, bronze, iron), as well as other antiquity times (Greek, Roman, Nubian, and most notably, ancient Egypt). Exhibits include a Neanderthal skull, the world-famous bust, beautifully preserved, of Nefertiti, and the tall, gold-leafed golden hat. Be certain to take a few moments to sit and watch a fascinating, animated time machine projection of prehistorical life on the second floor near the golden hat exhibit.
6. Forum Willy Brandt Berlin
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4.5 based on 83 reviews
Das Forum Willy Brandt Berlin erinnert an das Leben und politische Wirken Willy Brandts. Als Ort der historischen Bildung und des Dialogs in der Mitte Berlins bietet das Forum ein Besucherzentrum, Ausstellungen und ein umfassendes Veranstaltungsprogramm. Vom 1. November bis Ende April 2020 wird zum 30. Jahrestag des Mauerfalls die Ausstellung “Geteilte Stadt. 1945 – 1990” gezeigt. Das Forum ist täglich geöffnet und wird von der Bundeskanzler-Willy-Brandt-Stiftung getragen. Der Eintritt ist frei.
7. Designpanoptikum
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4.5 based on 406 reviews
Reviewed By OnurbSenutna - Marrakech, Morocco
This small museum is a real treat for those that fancy something outside of the norm. Basically a junkyard turned into a retro futuristic art gallery. The owner gives quite an introduction, and does give you an interesting guided tour through out the place, where you can also see some of his amazing and surreal photography work on display. A mixed of old and strange designs, all with an interesting story behind it. You are allowed to take pictures, and you can get some really nice shots with some weird memorabilia. If you fancy visiting a place out of the ordinary in Berlin, than you should definitely check this one out.
8. KORPERWELTEN im Menschen Museum Berlin
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4.5 based on 306 reviews
The first BODY WORLDS museum presents more than 200 unique plastinates that show the function of individual organs as well as common diseases. It gives insights into the highly complex structures of the human body and shows what connects us, keeps us upright and in motion, and what makes us laugh and love. Moreover, the exhibition opens the visitors’ eyes to various facets that determine our existence.
Reviewed By niamhdND - Portadown, United Kingdom
This visit to Berlin was my second, therefore I had done all of the 'usual' touristy things e.g. Brandanburg gate, checkpoint Charlie etc and therefore was keen to find alternative activities. I randomly came across this museum and I was not disappointed! The staff were very friendly (especially the dark haired guy on the ticket desk) The museum was incredibly informative in terms of physical and mental health. It was very well led out and could take anywhere from 1-3 hours to complete, depending on how much time you have to read each of the displays. Information was provided in German and English and audio guides were also available. This attraction was well priced at just €12 for a student (however, make sure you have €2 in change to pay for a locker for your coat and bag as the nearest ATM is in Alexanderplatz). I would strongly recommend this museum if you are looking for something different to do during your visit to Berlin.
9. David Hasselhoff Museum
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By lildelfshaven - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
This Unique spot in Berlin shows this city’s spirit at its best. They help you in a friendly way (and with humor). You must visit this museum to understand the connection between Berlin and this non-German actor and icon of our childhood. We loved it! PS: too bad the fans toke all of his chest hair.
10. Mercedes - Benz Gallery
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