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Gropius Bau

ChildrenArtOpen until 7pmFrom €15Potsdamer Platz (U2, S1, S2, S25)

Built 1877–81 by Martin Gropius and Heino Schmieden as Berlin's museum of applied arts, the Gropius Bau was badly damaged in 1945 and reopened in 1981 after restoration. Today it is run by the Berliner Festspiele and has no permanent collection: it stages large-scale temporary exhibitions and performances by contemporary artists. On the ground floor, Kerstin Brätsch's BAUBAU is an admission-free play space for children.

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Getting there

Niederkirchnerstraße 7, 10963 Berlin

Nearest station: Potsdamer Platz (U2, S1, S2, S25), Anhalter Bahnhof (S1, S2, S25), Kochstraße (U6)

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Hours

Mon12:00–19:00
TueClosed
Wed12:00–19:00
Thu12:00–19:00
FriToday12:00–19:00
Sat10:00–19:00
Sun10:00–19:00

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Visitor Information

How much does Gropius Bau cost?
Standard adult admission to Gropius Bau is €15. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Gropius Bau?
Gropius Bau is open Mon, Wed–Fri 12:00–19:00; Sat, Sun and holidays 10:00–19:00; closed Tuesdays. Ticket desk closes at 18:00. One €15 ticket (reduced €10) covers all exhibitions; under-18s free.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Gropius Bau?
Gropius Bau is located at Niederkirchnerstraße 7, 10963 Berlin, in the Kreuzberg area of Berlin. The nearest stations are Potsdamer Platz (U2, S1, S2, S25), Anhalter Bahnhof (S1, S2, S25), Kochstraße (U6).
What can I see at Gropius Bau?
Neo-Renaissance landmark by the old Wall line staging big contemporary art shows, with a free play space for kids. Current highlights include Kreuzberg: Kunst und Migration seit 1960, Gabriele Stötzer: Dabei sein und nicht schweigen, Christoph Schlingensief: Es ist nicht mehr mein Problem, macht eure Scheiße alleine.
Do I need to book Gropius Bau 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 Gropius Bau?
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.