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Neues Museum

HistoryArchaeologyOpen until 6pmFrom €14U Museumsinsel (U5)

Built 1843–1855 by Friedrich August Stüler, the Neues Museum was left a ruin after the Second World War and reopened in 2009 after David Chipperfield's restoration, which keeps the scars of its history visible. It houses the Egyptian Museum and Papyrus Collection, including the bust of Queen Nefertiti, and the Museum of Prehistory and Early History, with highlights such as the Berlin Gold Hat and Schliemann's Trojan antiquities. It is part of the Museum Island UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Plan Your Visit

Getting there

Bodestraße, 10178 Berlin (visitor entrance via the James-Simon-Galerie)

Nearest station: U Museumsinsel (U5), S Hackescher Markt, S+U Friedrichstraße

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Hours

MonClosed
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

From €14

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Visitor Information

How much does Neues Museum cost?
Standard adult admission to Neues Museum is €14. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Neues Museum?
Neues Museum is open Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00, closed Mondays. Public holidays generally as Sundays; closed 24 and 31 December 2026; 1 January 2027 opens at noon. Closed 15–17 March 2027 for maintenance. Adults €14 (concessions €7), free under 18.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Neues Museum?
Neues Museum is located at Bodestraße, 10178 Berlin (visitor entrance via the James-Simon-Galerie), in the Mitte (Museum Island) area of Berlin. The nearest stations are U Museumsinsel (U5), S Hackescher Markt, S+U Friedrichstraße.
What can I see at Neues Museum?
Nefertiti's home: Egyptian treasures and prehistoric gold in Stüler's war-scarred museum, rebuilt by David Chipperfield. Current highlights include Destiny in the Stars: The Beginnings of the Zodiac, 100 Years of the Dictionary of the Egyptian Language, Dioscuri – The Given Day.
Do I need to book Neues Museum 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 Neues Museum?
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.