Stasi Museum: Unveiling East Germany's Secrets
Explore the chilling history of East Germany's secret police at the Stasi Museum in Berlin.
The Stasi Museum in Berlin, located in the former headquarters of the Ministry for State Security (Stasi), offers a chilling glimpse into the surveillance and repression that characterized life in East Germany. Explore original Stasi artifacts, including surveillance equipment and documents, and step into the preserved office of Erich Mielke, the Stasi's long-serving head.
A brief summary to Stasi Museum
- Normannenstraße 20/Haus 1, Berlin, Lichtenberg, 10365, DE
- +49305536854
- 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 11 am-6 pm
- Sunday 11 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the day or during off-peak season to avoid crowds, as the museum can get busy.
- Allow at least a few hours to fully explore the museum's extensive exhibits.
- Consider joining a guided tour for a more in-depth understanding of the Stasi's history and operations.
- The museum has texts in both German and English, and audio guides are available in multiple languages.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The easiest way to reach the Stasi Museum is by U-Bahn. Take the U5 line to Magdalenenstraße station. From there, it's about a 10-minute walk to the museum; exit the station at Ruschestraße. Alternatively, take the S-Bahn to Frankfurter Allee station, then transfer to the U5 towards Hönow for one stop, or walk approximately 10 minutes to the museum. A single fare for public transport in Berlin (AB zone) is around €3.50.
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Taxi
A taxi from Alexanderplatz to the Stasi Museum takes about 7-8 minutes and costs approximately €15-€20. Taxi stands are available at Alexanderplatz. Ride-sharing services like Uber are also available in Berlin. Note that taxi fares in Berlin depend on the distance traveled and the duration of the journey.
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Car
If driving, take Karl-Marx-Allee (later Frankfurter Allee, B1/B5) from Alexanderplatz and turn left onto Ruschestraße. The museum entrance is on the right after 200 meters. Parking spaces for cars and coaches are available in the inner courtyard directly in front of the museum. Parking fees in Berlin vary depending on the zone, with rates around €1-€2 per hour. Consider using parking apps like Mobypark to find and reserve parking spaces in advance.
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