Museum at the Kulturbrauerei: Everyday Life in the GDR
Explore daily life in the former East Germany at this engaging museum located in a historic Berlin brewery complex. Free admission!
Located in the Kulturbrauerei, a former brewery turned cultural hub in Berlin's Prenzlauer Berg, the Museum at the Kulturbrauerei offers a fascinating look into everyday life in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). Through original artifacts, documents, and eyewitness accounts, visitors can explore the realities of life behind the Berlin Wall.
A brief summary to Museum at the Kulturbrauerei
- Knaackstraße 97, Berlin, Pankow, 10435, DE
- +4930467777911
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6 pm
- Friday 9 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Admission is free, allowing you to explore the museum without any entry fee.
- Pick up a free audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, or Italian for a more in-depth tour.
- Visit on a Saturday or Sunday to join a free guided tour.
- The museum is easily accessible by public transport; take the U2 subway or the M1 or M12 tram to the 'Eberswalder Straße' stop.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Museum at the Kulturbrauerei is easily accessible via Berlin's extensive public transportation network. Take the U2 subway line or the M1 or M12 tram lines to the 'Eberswalder Straße' stop. From there, it's just a short walk to Knaackstraße 97. A single fare for public transport in Berlin (AB zone) is typically €3.50.
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Walking
If you are already in the Prenzlauer Berg neighborhood, walking to the museum is a great option. From Mauerpark, head south along the main road, cross Schönhauser Allee, and continue straight until you reach Knaackstraße. Turn left onto Knaackstraße; the museum is located at number 97.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available in Berlin. A short taxi ride from Berlin Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) to the Museum at the Kulturbrauerei typically costs between €13 and €18 and takes approximately 7-8 minutes.
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