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Exterior of the Ephraim-Palais in summer

Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin)

Local HistoryHistoryOpens 10amFrom €7U Klosterstraße

The Ephraim-Palais is a Rococo town palace built in 1762 to 1766 for the court jeweller Veitel Heine Ephraim, rebuilt in 1985 to 1987 after its demolition in 1936. It is now a house of the Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin. The permanent exhibition BerlinZEIT tells about eight centuries of the city's history, and temporary shows run alongside it. It hosts the Stadtmuseum's city history displays while the Märkisches Museum is being renovated.

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Poststraße 16, 10178 Berlin

Nearest station: U Klosterstraße, U Alexanderplatz and U Märkisches Museum

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MonClosed
Tue10:00–18:00
WedToday10:00–18:00
Thu10:00–18:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

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Free for visitors under 18 and with a qualifying reduction. Combi ticket 15 EUR for the three Nikolaiviertel museums on two consecutive days.

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How much does Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin) cost?
Standard adult admission to Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin) is €7. Free for visitors under 18 and with a qualifying reduction. Combi ticket 15 EUR for the three Nikolaiviertel museums on two consecutive days.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin)?
Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin) is open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 18:00, including public holidays. Closed on Mondays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin)?
Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin) is located at Poststraße 16, 10178 Berlin, in the Mitte area of Berlin. The nearest stations are U Klosterstraße, U Alexanderplatz and U Märkisches Museum.
What can I see at Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin)?
Rococo palace in the Nikolaiviertel housing the Stadtmuseum's Berlin history show BerlinZEIT and temporary exhibitions. Current highlights include Tapetenwechsel: Migration und Mobiliar seit 1960, BerlinZEIT: Die Stadt macht Geschichte! and Geteiltes Leben: Kunst und Migration in Berlin.
Do I need to book Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin) in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Ephraim-Palais (Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin)?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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