Overview
Visit the Altes Museum in Berlin, one of the most important museums in Germany. With its antiquities collections it is part of the famous Museum Island.
Highlights
- You'll visit the oldest museum on Berlin's Museuminsel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- The impressive collection showcases artworks from classical antiquity
- You can admire art pieces from Ancient Greece, Rome and Etruria
- The museum is considered one of the most significant examples of classicist architecture
Step inside the Altes Museum, the oldest museum on Berlin's Museuminsel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with skip-the-line access that lets you start exploring without waiting in line.
Designed by Karl Friedrich Schinkel and opened in 1830, the Altes Museum is recognised as one of the most significant structures of classicism. Its architecture alone is worth seeing, featuring an expansive portico lined with imposing columns, a welcoming open staircase and a rotunda adorned with sculptures - elements that were traditionally reserved for official buildings.
Inside, you'll find an impressive collection of classical antiquity artworks. Highlights include the statue known as the Berliner Göttin and the Betende Knabe. As you explore the galleries, you'll discover a fascinating collection that offers an insight into the art and culture of the ancient world.
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Permanent exhibitions
Meeting & pickup
Additional info
Accessibility:
- Full access for people with mobility impairments is possible via the service entrance (please ask the porter for assistance)
Know in advance:
- The reduced rate applies to students, those engaged in national or community service, unemployed persons claiming "ALG I" job-seekers’ allowance, and severely disabled persons (with at least 50% reduction in earning capacity), on presentation of the appropriate identification. Please visit the museum website for further details
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm; Saturday and Sunday from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. Closed on Mondays
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