Topography of Terror

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The Holocaust – What Did the Germans Know?

Around 300 objects in three parts – propaganda, everyday clues and pieced-together knowledge – ask what ordinary Germans knew about the Holocaust.

Now showing25 Mar – 31 Jan 2027Free

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Topography of Terror: Gestapo, SS and Reich Security Main Office on Wilhelmstraße and Prinz-Albrecht-Straße

The main indoor exhibition: five chapters on the SS and police institutions headquartered here and the crimes they committed across Europe.

Permanent collectionFree

A Broad Field: Tempelhof Airport and Its History

An exhibition on the history of Tempelhof Airport, from its 1923 opening through Nazi-era propaganda events and forced labor, Cold War use as a U.S. air base, to today's public park, shown at the CHECK-IN visitor centre on the former airport grounds.

Permanent collectionFree

The Historical Site: A Site Tour in 15 Stations

An outdoor route of 15 stations across the former Gestapo and SS grounds, past the Gestapo prison foundations and a remaining section of the Berlin Wall.

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Berlin 1933–1945: Between Propaganda and Terror

Glass panels along excavated cellar walls in the exhibition trench trace how the Nazis took over 'red' Berlin and what their rule meant for the city.

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Visitor Information

Is Topography of Terror free to visit?

Yes, general admission to Topography of Terror is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of Topography of Terror?

Topography of Terror is open Daily 10:00–20:00; outdoor areas close at dusk (20:00 at the latest). Closed 24 and 31 December and 1 January. Free admission.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Topography of Terror?

Topography of Terror is located at Niederkirchnerstraße 8, 10963 Berlin, Germany, in the Kreuzberg area of Berlin. The nearest stations are Potsdamer Platz (S+U), Anhalter Bahnhof (S) and Kochstraße (U6).

What can I see at Topography of Terror?

Nazi terror documented where the Gestapo and SS had their headquarters, beside a surviving stretch of the Berlin Wall. Current highlights include Topography of Terror: Gestapo, SS and Reich Security Main Office on Wilhelmstraße and Prinz-Albrecht-Straße, A Broad Field: Tempelhof Airport and Its History and The Historical Site: A Site Tour in 15 Stations.

Do I need to book Topography of Terror in advance?

Topography of Terror 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 Topography of Terror?

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.