Neues Museum (New Museum) Attractions & Things to do

Uncover Berlin's past and present on this enlightening 4-hour walking tour through Mitte, the city’s historic center. Walk along the Berlin Wall, stroll down Unter den Linden to Brandenburg Gate, see the Reichstag and Holocaust Memorial, hear the story behind Checkpoint Charlie and learn about the Topography of Terror museum. Listen as your guide ties important monuments, buildings and memorials to the city’s complex Prussian, Imperial, Nazi and Cold War past, weaving history into a detailed narrative. Compare these historical sights with modern marvels such as Potsdamer Platz and Friedrichstrasse.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Embark on an 3-hour journey through Berlin, uncovering the city's complex history with an Insider's perspective. Led by an expert local guide, you’ll explore iconic sites such as the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag building, and Checkpoint Charlie, while also discovering hidden gems often overlooked by typical tours.

Stand in Bebelplatz, the site of the infamous Nazi book burning, and visit Museum Island, showcasing Berlin’s rich cultural heritage. Dive into powerful stories from World War II and the Cold War, learning how these periods shaped the lives of Berlin’s residents through tales of resilience, resistance, and division.

Get ready for a tour that goes beyond the well-known narrative, uncovering the heart, soul, and profound history of this dynamic city. From acts of defiance to the harrowing stories of division, this experience reveals Berlin’s indomitable spirit and invites you to see the city through the eyes of those who lived its most pivotal moments.
Duration: 3 hours.

Enjoy a relaxed yet comprehensive 3-hour city tour introducing you to Berlin’s top sites.  You will see top attractions, such as the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag, and much more.  Discovering Berlin by bike is a truly memorable experience, and friendly English-speaking guides will captivate you with interesting stories and insights into the city.  This is the perfect tour for those looking to see the best Berlin has to offer in one concise tour.
Duration: 3 hours.

Enjoy a 4-hour private walking tour in Berlin and discover the German capital with a personal guide. Since its founding in the 13th century, Berlin has been the capital of an empire, the center of an artistic and sexual revolution, a fascist dictatorship, torn in two, and finally brought back together. On this tour, learn about the city's rich history as you see highlights like the Brandenburg Gate, Hitler's Bunker, and a section of the Berlin Wall.
Duration: 4 hours.

Discover Museum Island at your own pace in the company of best selling author Rory MacLean. Start at the Schlossplatz – Berlin's original seat of power, its Westminster and St Paul’s, its White House, Smithsonian and Pentagon . Take in the rebuilt Schloss, from where in 1914 Kaiser Wilhelm sent a million men to their deaths at Verdun, Ypres and Passchendaele. Discover why five magnificent museums – which trace the development of civilizations throughout the ages – make Museuminsel such a celebrated UNESCO World Heritage site. You can start the walk at your convenience. Audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. If you've got an hour and want to understand why Europe owes so much to the Age of Enlightenment – this is the tour for you!
Duration: 50 minutes.

See all that Berlin has to offer in just one day on the ultimate Berlin private tour experience! Join an expert guide on a 6-hour tour as you discover everything there is to know about Berlin's history. Hear how Berlin grew from a fishing village built on top of a swamp to become an empire that would shake the world!

Uncover the dark history of the Nazis and explore touching memorials to their victims, including the Holocaust Memorial. See where Adolf Hitler seized power in 1933, and where he committed suicide in 1945. See where the Red Army made the final push to take Berlin at the end of World War Two at the Reichstag, Germany's parliament building.

Explore the history of the Cold War as you see an original stretch of the Berlin Wall and a reconstruction of the "Death Strip" at the excellent Berlin Wall Memorial in East Berlin.

Walk the streets of Royal Berlin, viewing the newly re-built City Palace, the crowning glory of the UNESCO World Heritage Museum Island.
Duration: 6 hours.

A highly-engaging top Berlin guide will meet you at your hotel and lead you through the ups and downs Berlin's history. From its humble begins as a swampy fishing village to the capital of an empire that would shake the world, Berlin's story is a fascinating tale filled with tragedy and excitement. See world-famous monuments including the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag, walk through the touching holocaust memorial, see where the world was torn in two by the Berlin Wall and so much more!

This thrilling three-hour private tour is your perfect introduction to Berlin. Explore key parts of the city's history, including WWII and the Cold War, stroll over the beautiful Museum Island, and escape to West Berlin at Checkpoint Charlie. World history awaits you on every corner in Berlin!
Duration: 3 hours.

- Incredible Location: With its stunning UNESCO World Heritage architecture, tranquil riverfront, and lush gardens, Museum Island provides a breathtaking backdrop for your photoshoot.

- Professional Photography: As a photographer, I will work with you to tailor the photoshoot, ensuring that the photos we create are as special and timeless as your trip in Berlin.

- Cherished Memories: Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, creating a proposal, or just want to capture a moment in time, this photoshoot will leave you with stunning photos that capture the essence of your relationship.

I will provide a minimum of 30 professionally edited photos with the option to buy more at a discounted price.
Duration: 1 hour.

This lavish publication presents the Neues Museum, badly damaged during the Second World War and recently restored and reopened, in all its glory. Numerous full-page photographs magnificently showcase both the museum's architecture and its collection One of the great museums of the 19th century, the Neues Museum in Berlin, built between 1843 to 1855 to a design by Friedrich August Stuler, was celebrated both for its important collections and its innovative integration of exhibition concept and magnificent interior designs.

The British architect David Chipperfield and his team, whose work skilfully combines a rigorous respect for the original architecture on the one hand, with a commitment to modern design and contemporary exhibition needs on the other.

This lavish publication presents the reopened Neues Museum in all its glory. Numerous full-page photographs magnificently showcase both the museum's architecture and its collection.
Duration: 2 hours.

The Ultimate E-Bike Tour of Berlin is a wonderful way to experience Berlin and kick off your visit in this eclectic city. Whether you're a Berlin newbie or you're a regular visitor, we'll give you the overview of Germany's capital city and point you in the right direction to make the most of the rest of your stay. We'll take you to all of the must-see spots in the city, and use the extra speed and power available with our E-Bikes to get you there quicker! Along the way, we will climb to the top of the Victory Column, and stop for lunch in one of our favorite beer gardens.
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes.

Discover Berlin's grandest boulevard, Tom Cruise's favourite sausage stand, Museum Island, the Reichstag, and the Jewish Memorial at your own pace with a self-guided GPS audio tour. Explore parts of the city you'd only heard of in the movies and history books with three audio tours by best-selling author Rory MacLean (Berlin: Imagine a City, Stalin's Nose, and Pravda Ha Ha).

Rory has known three Berlins: West Berlin where he made movies with David Bowie and Marlene Dietrich, East Berlin where he researched his first bestseller, and now the unified capital. Dive into his Berlin when you buy all three of his tours for the price of two!

The three routes include a tour of Kurfürstendamm - the capital's grandest boulevard; a tour of Museum Island; and a tour of Berlin's often tumultuous and endlessly fascinating history which unfolds in the city centre. All of which you can explore on your own schedule and at your own pace.
Duration: 20 to 150 minutes.

Explore Former East Berlin’s mix of architecture at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Take in 400 years of history and find traces of the city’s days as the capital of the German Empire, and witness the devastation left by the World Wars
• Hear from the producer, Jo Eckardt, founder of the tour company, A Friend in Berlin
• Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish.
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it.
• Use the virtual tour option at home.

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under "Before You Go." Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap Start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Duration: 75 to 90 minutes.

Berlin is a city that seamlessly blends history, culture, and modernity, offering countless fascinating sights and experiences.

Perfectly suited for exploration on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and discover Berlin's rich heritage at your leisure.

On this tour, you will see iconic landmarks such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall Memorial, and the Reichstag Building. You'll also explore vibrant neighborhoods, historic squares, and notable museums.

Download the Citywalksz APP, put on your headphones, open the map that comes with your download, and start your journey.

The tour takes approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide whenever needed to grab a bite to eat, do some shopping, or simply take in the sights.

Things to note before booking:
1. No admission fees or physical guide included.
2. Available only in English.
3. Tour downloading instructions are in the "Before You Go" section of your ticket.
Duration: 2 to 5 hours.

Are you planning to visit Berlin?

I'm a videographer based in Berlin and I can make a cinematic private video recap to make your trip unforgettable.
Are you a single traveler? a couple? a family? Everyone is welcome!!

The video tour is going to be around 1.5 hours. We'll meet up at "World Time Clock" in Alexanderplatz. I will be touring you around the central Berlin area, and the famous and visually pleasing districts in Berlin, all the while doing videoshoots in various spots. Locations will vary from the popular ones like Berliner Dom to some of the hidden gems that most people won't be able to find and we'll learn more about these places too!

The session will be casual, fun, and interactive. Feel free to choose the clothing style you desire. The most important thing is having a great time and capturing the moments on camera for you.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or requests before the booking.

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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

On the walk you will see the most magnificent facades of Berlin. You hear entertaining, humorous stories. The motto: "Do not take history too seriously". A crisp tour without superfluous dates, so rather unsuitable for historians, because in an hour we want to be brief. There are great photo opportunities, so beautiful pictures guaranteed.

Sights on the banks of the Spree: Humboldt-Forum (new Berlin Palace), Berlin Cathedral and the Museum Island (Old and New Museum, Old National Gallery, etc.). and also views of the TV tower, the dome of the synagogue and much more.

Learn more about this very special place in Berlin, which belongs to the UNESCO World Heritage, from an expert guide.

Duration: 60 to 70 minutes.

Take an exclusive tour of the remarkable Neues Museum, home to an extensive collection of more than 9,000 prehistoric and ancient artifacts, displayed on four floors and across 8,000 square meters. Set within a breathtaking 19th-century neo-classical building, the museum is located on Berlin's Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Your expert private guide will share engaging stories and surprising facts, offering insights into the long-lost ancient cultures of the ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman Empires. As well as the extraordinary trove of artifacts from the prehistoric Stone, Bronze and Iron ages.

Highlights include:
The Bust of Nefertiti, and the rest of the world-class Egyptian collection, with Mummies and other treasures.
The Berlin Golden Hat: a Late Bronze Age relic used as a ceremonial hat and astronomical calculator, along with prehistoric tools, jewelry, and ceremonial objects.
You'll also see an exquisite array of priceless statues from Ancient Greece and Rome.
Duration: 2 hours.

You explore a new environment and get to know each other. When solving puzzles, you look for the right path. Past the Old City Palace, today's Humboldt Forum, through the Lustgarten and the Kolonnadenhof, you discover exciting sides of Berlin.
You will get the answers to the quiz questions if you look around carefully and, for example, count the number of stairs or choose the color of a building. Sometimes you have to guess. But don't worry, even if you don't answer the question correctly, the quiz and your tour will continue!

Have fun dating!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

"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.
Duration: 2 hours.

You explore a new environment and get to know each other. When solving puzzles, you look for the right path. Past the Ribbeck House, you reach the Humboldt Forum and with a bit of luck, you will spot the Berlin TV Tower from there. Marvel at the sights of the capital.

You will get the answers to the quiz questions if you look around carefully and, for example, count the number of stairs or choose the color of a building. Sometimes you have to guess. But don't worry, even if you don't answer the question correctly, the quiz and your tour will continue!

Have fun dating!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.