Jewish Museum Berlin: A Journey Through German-Jewish History
Explore two millennia of German-Jewish history at Europe's largest Jewish museum, featuring striking architecture and thought-provoking exhibits.
The Jewish Museum Berlin, one of the largest Jewish museums in Europe, explores the rich and complex history of Jews in Germany from the Middle Ages to the present day. Designed by Daniel Libeskind, the museum's striking architecture and thought-provoking exhibitions offer a unique and immersive experience.
A brief summary to Jewish Museum Berlin
- Lindenstraße 9-14, Berlin, Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, 10969, DE
- +493025993300
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Admission to the core exhibition is free; however, temporary exhibitions may require a ticket.
- Book a time-slot ticket online in advance to avoid queues, especially during peak season.
- Allow at least three hours to fully explore the museum's extensive collection and exhibitions.
- The museum is easily accessible by public transportation, with several U-Bahn and bus stops nearby.
- Consider renting audio earphones for an immersive and emotional experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Jewish Museum Berlin is well-connected by public transport. The nearest U-Bahn (subway) stations are Kochstraße/Checkpoint Charlie (U6) and Hallesches Tor (U1, U3, U6), each about an 800-meter walk away. Several bus lines also stop near the museum, including the 248 (Jüdisches Museum stop, directly in front of the museum), M29 (Lindenstraße/Oranienstraße stop), and M41 (Zossener Brücke stop). A single public transport fare within Berlin (AB zone) is typically around €3.00.
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Walking
From Checkpoint Charlie, walk south on Friedrichstraße, then turn left onto Lindenstraße. The Jewish Museum will be on your right. From Hallesches Tor, walk east on Tempelhofer Ufer, cross the canal, and continue onto Lindenstraße. The museum will be on your left. Note that street parking in the area is limited. There are two parking spaces for visitors with disabilities near the museum entrance.
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Taxi/Ride-sharing
A taxi or ride-sharing service from central Berlin to the Jewish Museum will typically cost between €11 and €14 and take approximately 5 minutes. Be sure to specify the full address (Lindenstraße 9-14, 10969 Berlin) to ensure accurate routing.
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