Free Walking Tour Berlin

When: Every day 10am & 12pm every day
Where: The meeting point is in front of the ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt Berlin, Oranienburger Straße, 10117 Berlin, Germany, next to the entrance.
Price: Free

Welcome to the Fascinating World of the Museum of Natural History in Berlin!

by | Oct 22, 2024 | Original Berlin

Introduction to the Museum of Natural History

The Museum of Natural History is situated in Berlin, Germany; this is an esteemed museum aiming at the study of natural history of the natural world. The museum has thousands of exhibits gathered over a century of historical development and represents musuem collections and specimens, it basically presents the variety of life on the earth. Whether you’re a science is a professional, an enthusiast, an art lover, a curious soul, or all four and more when it comes to the miracles of the world. As its indicated, history has something for everyone.

The Building and Architecture

The museum is excellent even from the outside as it an architectural masterpiece. Originally constructed in 1889 by one of Germany’s well-known architects, Alfred Messel structure makes an admiration of an onlooker with huge architectural design and focal minuteness. The architecture adopted exhibit features of neoclassical system. architecture style with the appearance and inside of the construction of the building and the presence of stuccoes. When you enter the building, the first thing to capture your attention will be main hall that features the impressive carving, nice paintings, and a stunning ceiling light that helps light space in natural light.

The Hall of Biodiversity

The life zones describe journey through a route of an evolutionary process of the life species on the planet Earth. From ancient fossils to of today’s creatures, this exhibition presents a rich profile of genus plantae and animalia. inhabited our planet. It will be useful to see what transformations have taken place on our planet for millions of years and get a greater realization of our interdependence of the environment.

The Dinosaur Gallery

Many families cannot leave the Museum of Natural History without visiting the Dinosaur Gallery. Here, you’ll meet full size dinosaur skeletons that include the gigantic Brachiosaurus and the king of the deadly Sauruses the Tyrannosaurus Rex. When you attend to the gallery you get to feel like you are in a time when such creatures existed.

roamed the Earth. One can say that it is an astonishing sight that will set the interest of non-school going enthusiasts’ children, young adult and the elderly alike.

The Minerals and Gems Collection

If you are a lover of these curiosities of nature, beautiful minerals and gems, then the Museum of Natural History offers a treat in store for you. The Minerals and Gems Collection houses beautiful gems and minerals as well as other valuable more materials. amazing formations of colorful minerals and some crystals. Know more about the formation of these geologic structures, get acquainted meaning they have to different cultures and appreciate beautiful colors and a variety of designs many of which are unique.

The Human Evolution Section

Take a look at the specific area exposing the history of evolution of people in the Human Evolution Section. Follow us through evolution from our initial ancestors to modern humans. Visit the archaeological site, study the bones and discover the interesting account of how man got to be number one and only true-blue planet in the universe to boot. Oh well it is quite engaging and makes one think as well as learn a lot. Exhibition which tells an enlightening story about our people.The Library’S Special Events and Activities

Lectures and Workshops

The Museum of Natural History has a long list of annual programs of lectures and workshops on various topics. Whether it’s whether it is astronomy, paleontology, or conservation of the environment, such events create the platform in which to learn from academicians in the field and involve in the creation of great minds debating on the issues. It’s important to attend to the latter so as to monitor the museum’s events program.Engage in these stimulating activities or not to do so.

Family-Friendly Programs

Bringing your family to the museum? You will not want to miss out with the family oriented programs aimed at entertaining and educate children. These activities help children learn through fun and they develop positive attitude towards science and nature. From play based practical sessions to creative storytelling sessions to role play, each child will have something to do at the Museum of Natural History.

Location and Opening Hours

The Museum of Natural History is at Invalidenstraße 43 10115 Berlin Germany. It is open fromTuesday to Friday between 9:from 30 am to 6 pm in weekdays and from 10 am to 6 pm in the weekends. As it mentioned before, the museum is closed on Mondays.

Tickets and Admission

They can be bought at the time of arrival at the museum or booked in advance on the website. Indefinitely, the general admission fee for adults is €10 while children and students will be offered special rates. Furthermore, visitors can purchase reduced price tickets in the museum.families and groups. Please be informed that photographic and cinematographic productions and some special exhibitions may have the ticket prices different from those of the museum.

Accessibility

Accessibility is in focus in the Museum of Natural History, with the museum making sure that everyone can visit. Wheelchair ramps,There is also availability of elevators and rest rooms for the disabled in the building. The museum also has available audioguides and also uses informative-orientation materials in various languages to encourage tourists’ interest.

Museum Shop and Cafeteria

Do not leave before visiting the museum shop which includes a number of education toys, books, and special gifts and scientific toys. In case you are hungry and need a snack or even a full course meal, you can find the museum’s cafeteria.refreshments and light meals.

Conclusion

The Museum of Natural History in Berlin provides one with the interesting insight into this planet and our world specifically. biodiversity to the enigmas of human development. With its impressive building, high quality exhibits and collections, interesting and fun, the museum offers visitors of different age a good learning experience. Plan your visit, immerse yourself in the exhibits and get ready for surprises of the most beautiful and sophisticated nature.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

  • 3.5 hours walking tour
  • Berlin’s major highlights
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Reichstag and Berlin Wall
  • Historical sites

Free Walking Tour Berlin

When: Every day 10am & 12pm every day
Where: The meeting point is in front of the ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt Berlin, Oranienburger Straße, 10117 Berlin, Germany, next to the entrance.
Price: Free