German Spy Museum

Europe’s hippest capital boasts non-stop nightlife, cutting-edge fashion, cosmopolitan eats and museum treasures galore.

This field of 2,711 concrete slabs is a stark and unsettling memorial to the millions of Jews tragically murdered in Nazi Germany – including the murder of over one million children.

Impressive, history-laden 18th-century triumphal arch that today stands as the great symbol of reunified Germany.

One of the world’s finest collections of European art from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance (13th-18th centuries). Caravaggio, Raphael, Rubens and Titian and 16 exceptional works by Rembrandt.

The famous Iron Curtain border crossing – now a fascinating museum full of daring and poignant escape tales. A Berlin must-see.

Located on the site of the former headquarters of the Gestapo and SS, this history museum offers a compelling exploration of the dark history of Nazi Germany and its reign of terror, and a chilling insight into the crimes and atrocities committed during the Nazi regime. Inside are informative exhibits, photographs, and archival documents, that explain the mechanisms of power, propaganda, and oppression that characterized this period. Outside, you’ll find remnants of the Berlin Wall. A sombre reminder of the importance of remembrance and vigilance against tyranny.

Housed in a 6,500-square-metre World War II air raid shelter, this immersive museum takes you on a journey through the city’s turbulent and sometimes chilling history, including the rise of the Nazis and the fall of the Berlin Wall. Guided tours allow you to access to the preserved underground sections and see a reconstruction of Hitler’s study.

The Kunstgewerbemuseum showcases decorative arts and design, with an extensive collection of objects spanning various historical periods and artistic styles. Exquisite displays of ceramics, glassware, and furniture, complement those of textiles, jewellery, and other decorative items. The museum’s collection encompasses both European and non-European works, providing a comprehensive perspective on global decorative arts.

An impressive collection of 20th-century artworks up until the 1960s, with masterpieces by artists such as Picasso, Kandinsky, and Warhol, among others.