Enjoy your time built in Berlin, a town with a tempestuous history, a strong sound, and awesome museums. Visiting this incredible city is a must do and that includes exploring museums. On the one hand, some of the museums in Berlin have a fee, but on the other hand there are some free world class museums. To this end, in this blog post, we’ll take you to the museums you can visit free and also get to do a walking tour of Berlin.
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Museum Island
Museum Island is an ensemble of five museums on the Spree River in the centre of Berlin. It’s an island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it hosts some of Germany’s most renowned collections. Though entrance to the individual museums is not free, you can still appreciate the architectural splendor of the island and enjoy the outdoors for free. Now you get the chance to walk around the beautiful Museum Island!
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East Side Gallery
If you like contemporary history and art then the East Side Gallery is a must. An open air gallery where sections of the Berlin Wall have been preserved including some very vibrant murals from artists all around the world. Visiting the East Side Gallery is free, and it is great addition to your walking tour. It’s a symbolic landmark you should spend some time wandering along and appreciating the powerful artwork that represents the city’s history and reunification.
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Topography of Terror
A museum explaining crimes of the Nazi regime, the Topography of Terror is an informative and educational visit into Berlin’s dark past. Situated on the site where the Gestapo and SS headquarters stood, this open air exhibition. Anyone can enter the museum freely; there is an entire exhibition to the history of Nazi terror. The visit to the Topography of Terror is sobering and an important experience, and with other such popular sites conveniently near by such a visit to the Topography of Terror is an excellent addition to the walking tour.
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Memorial to Victims of the Holocaust
The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is not far from Brandenburg Gate. They call this memorial 2,711 different heights of concrete slab that form a thought provoking, solemn feeling. Memorial plaza is open 24 hours a day and the public can free enter the memorial plaza. Reminiscate of Holocaus and make respects for the millions of our victims. It’s both a powerful and a poignant experience.
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Free Entrance Days
In addition to the mentioned attractions Berlin as well has many free entrance museums. These are certain days or times where you can walk around some of the Berlin’s famous museums for no admission fee. Here are a few examples:
free Museum für Naturkunde – every Thursday from 3 pm
Free admission every first Monday of the month – Jüdisches Museum Berlin.
That is to say, Free admission every Wednesday from 4 pm.
Make sure that if you want to make the most of free entrance at museums, to check the official websites of your favorites to find out when they will have free entrance and at what (am I imagined that some museums are closed on some days while others don’t)? It’s a great way to check out some of Berlin’s best cultural offerings without spending a single coin.
Plan Your Walking Tour to Include Free Museums
When preparing for your walking tour in Berlin, consider incorporating these free museums and attractions into your itinerary. Not only will you save money, but you’ll also enrich your visit with fascinating history, thought-provoking art, and meaningful experiences. Remember to wear comfortable shoes, bring a map or guidebook, and allow yourself plenty of time to fully immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Berlin.
Now that you’re armed with knowledge about the free museums in Berlin, get ready to embark on an unforgettable walking tour of this historically significant and culturally diverse city!
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