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Exterior of the Futurium building in Berlin

Futurium

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The Futurium opened in 2019 near Berlin Hauptbahnhof as a place for dialogue on science, research and the future. Its permanent exhibition explores Human, Nature and Technology in three thinking spaces, and the Futurium Lab invites visitors to experiment and build. A basement space hosts special exhibitions, and admission to the house is free.

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Ocean Futures installation at the Futurium

Ocean Futures

The Futurium's first special exhibition imagines a speculative ocean future around Leeroy New's Balangay Spacecraft, told through a Philippine and a German fishing family.

Now showing14 Nov 2025 – 31 Aug 2027Free

Permanent Collections

Exhibition: Human, Nature, Technology

The permanent exhibition presents Human, Nature and Technology in three large thinking spaces that ask how we want to live in the future.

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Getting there

Alexanderufer 2, 10117 Berlin, Germany

Nearest station: Berlin Hauptbahnhof

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Hours

Mon10:00–18:00
TueClosed
WedToday10:00–18:00
Thu10:00–20:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Admission

Free

Entry to the house is free; workshops, guided tours and paid events are priced separately.

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Visitor Information

Is Futurium free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Futurium is free. Entry to the house is free; workshops, guided tours and paid events are priced separately.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Futurium?
Futurium is open Monday and Wednesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00, Thursday until 20:00, closed Tuesday. Closed 24 and 31 December 2026; open 13:00-18:00 on 25 December 2026 and 1 January 2027. The Skywalk is closed from 1 November 2026 until March 2027.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Futurium?
Futurium is located at Alexanderufer 2, 10117 Berlin, Germany, in the Mitte area of Berlin. The nearest station is Berlin Hauptbahnhof.
What can I see at Futurium?
Free science museum by Berlin's main station, where you explore how we might live in the future. Current highlights include Ocean Futures and Exhibition: Human, Nature, Technology.
Do I need to book Futurium in advance?
Futurium is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Entry to the house is free; workshops, guided tours and paid events are priced separately.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Futurium?
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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