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Jewish Museum Berlin

ArchitectureArtHistoryOpen until 6pmFreeHallesches Tor (U1, U3, U6)

The Jewish Museum Berlin tells the story of Jewish life in Germany from the Middle Ages to the present. Its free core exhibition fills Daniel Libeskind's titanium-zinc zigzag building, opened in 2001, whose voids, axes, Holocaust Tower and Garden of Exile turn the architecture itself into a telling of German-Jewish history. Visitors enter through the baroque Old Building, which hosts temporary exhibitions, and families can visit ANOHA, the museum's children's world, across the street.

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Getting there

Lindenstraße 9–14, 10969 Berlin

Nearest station: Hallesches Tor (U1, U3, U6), Kochstraße/Checkpoint Charlie (U6)

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Hours

Closed 12–13 September

Closed for Rosh ha-Shanah

Closed 21 September

Closed for Yom Kippur

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Tue10:00–18:00
Wed10:00–18:00
Thu10:00–18:00
FriToday10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Admission

Free

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Visitor Information

Is Jewish Museum Berlin free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Jewish Museum Berlin is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Jewish Museum Berlin?
Jewish Museum Berlin is open Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00 (last admission 17:00); closed Mondays. Extra closures: 12–13 Sep 2026 (Rosh ha-Shanah), 21 Sep 2026 (Yom Kippur), 14 Nov 2026 (award ceremony), 24 Dec 2026. Core exhibition free; temporary exhibitions in the Old Building €10 (reduced €4, under-18s free).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Jewish Museum Berlin?
Jewish Museum Berlin is located at Lindenstraße 9–14, 10969 Berlin, in the Kreuzberg area of Berlin. The nearest stations are Hallesches Tor (U1, U3, U6), Kochstraße/Checkpoint Charlie (U6).
What can I see at Jewish Museum Berlin?
Europe's largest Jewish museum: German-Jewish history from the Middle Ages to today, in Libeskind's zigzag building. Current highlights include Between the Lines: Daniel Libeskind and the Jewish Museum Berlin, Jewish Life in Germany: Past and Present, The Libeskind Building.
Do I need to book Jewish Museum Berlin in advance?
Jewish Museum Berlin is free to enter and most days you can walk in. 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 Jewish Museum 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.