Berlin Museum Island Guided Exterior Tour

"This UNESCO World Heritage site, Museum Island, is a truly unique collection of museums and one of the most architecturally beautiful places in Berlin. I’m excited to share my enthusiasm for this extraordinary place with you on this tour!"
Feeling overwhelmed by the offerings on Museum Island? This tour provides a comprehensive introduction to the five museums, exploring their history, architecture, and giving you an overview of the impressive collections.

The tour is an exterior visit of the buildings, including some of the entrance halls and courtyards. No admission tickets are needed for these explorative visits.

This tour serves as the perfect introduction to the Museum Island, leaving you well-prepared to decide which museum you would like to explore further on your own.

The tour ends on the Museum Island, which is a super central spot to continue the day. You could have a coffee break in one of the museum cafés and continue with a prepared museum visit!

Meeting Point

Bode-Museum

Am Kupfergraben 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany

Meeting point is in front of the main entrance to the Bode Museum. Your guide will wear a clearly visible Kontext Berlin name tag.

What's included:

• Introduction to the collections
• Visit of some entrance halls and courtyards
• Introduction to the museums from the outside

Not included:

• Entry into museum collections

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Bode-Museum

Am Kupfergraben, entrance over the Monbijou Bridge, Berlin, 10117

The Bode Museum: A magnificent "water castle", captivating visitors right from its impressive equestrian statue in the glorious entrance hall—even before stepping into its outstanding collections of Byzantine art, sculptures, and coins.

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Pergamonmuseum

Bodestraße 1-3, 10178 Berlin, Germany

The Pergamon Museum: A world-famous museum—and currently an equally famous construction site. As the youngest of the pre-war buildings on Museum Island, it will once again dazzle visitors upon reopening with unique monuments such as the Pergamon Altar, the Market Gate of Miletus, and the Ishtar Gate.

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Pergamonmuseum - Das Panorama

Am Kupfergraben 2, Berlin, 10117

A fascinating "substitute" for the closed Pergamon Museum: Here, you can learn all about the history of the Pergamon Altar and explore a captivating exhibition dedicated to this iconic monument.

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Berliner Dom

Am Lustgarten, Berlin, 10178

The Berlin Cathedral: A monumental church and architectural masterpiece that sparked both admiration and controversy at the time of its construction.

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Humboldt Forum

Schlossplatz 1, Berlin, 10178

The New, Old Palace: Discover its controversial history, remarkable architecture, and the museums it now houses.

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Alte Nationalgalerie

Bodestr. 1 - 3, UNESCO Weltkulturerbe Museumsinsel, Berlin, 10178

The Old National Gallery: An impressive temple of art, home to 19th-century masterpieces ranging from Romanticism to Impressionism.

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Altes Museum

Bodestrasse 1-3, Berlin, 10178

The architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel's masterpiece: The former 'Royal Museum'—Prussia's first purpose-built museum, designed to make art accessible to the people.

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Neues Museum

Bodestrasse 1-3, , Berlin, 10178

The New Museum: An architectural masterpiece, beautifully restored after the destruction of World War II. Its fascinating collection includes the world-famous bust of Nefertiti—a highlight of ancient art that adds to the unique charm of this museum.

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