Bode Museum: A Synthesis of Art and History
Explore sculptures, Byzantine art, and coins in a stunning Neo-Baroque setting on Berlin's Museum Island. A journey through art and history.
Located on Berlin's Museum Island, the Bode Museum houses a diverse collection of sculptures, Byzantine art, and numismatic artifacts. With its stunning architecture and varied exhibits, the Bode Museum offers a captivating journey through artistic and historical epochs.
A brief summary to Bode-Museum
- Am Kupfergraben, Berlin, Mitte, 10178, DE
- +4930266424242
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit during weekday mornings or an hour before closing for a quieter experience.
- Allow at least 1.5 to 3 hours to fully explore the museum's diverse collections.
- Take a guided or audio-guided tour to gain deeper insights into the exhibits.
- Combine your visit with other museums on Museum Island using the Berlin Welcome Card Museum Island.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Bode Museum is easily accessible via public transport. Take the U6 or U5 U-Bahn to Friedrichstraße station, or the S-Bahn (S1, S2, S25) to Friedrichstraße or Hackescher Markt. Tram lines M1 and 12 stop at Am Kupfergraben, while tram M5 stops at Monbijouplatz. From any of these stops, it's a short walk to the museum. A single public transport ticket costs €2 - €3.
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Walking
The Bode Museum is located on Museum Island, in the heart of Berlin. From Berlin Central Station (Hauptbahnhof), it's approximately a 2.4 km walk, taking about 28 minutes. From Alexanderplatz, it's about a 15-20 minute walk. As you approach Museum Island, follow signs for the Bode Museum, crossing the Monbijou Bridge to reach the entrance.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Berlin. A taxi ride from Berlin Central Station to the Bode Museum typically takes 4 minutes and costs between €11 and €14. From Alexanderplatz, a taxi ride to the Bode Museum will also cost approximately €8-€11. Note that since November 2022, the basic taxi fare in Berlin is €4.30, plus €2.10 to €2.80 per kilometer. Short trips (up to 2 km) have a fixed fare of €6.
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