The Perfect Winter Holiday Guide: In this blog, we have a few great tips for you on what you can do during the holidays in Berlin. Many museums invite you to get creative yourself in workshops. But little acrobats, robot fans and polar explorers will also get their money's worth. 11 tips for an unforgettable family holiday in Berlin.
Tip 1: A completely different kind of map at Weltstudio
At the Humboldt Forum's WELTSTUDIO, you can explore connections. Here, the classic map is reinvented. On huge, expansive cartographs, you can design your own personal views of the world. Whether with colourful threads, individual stamps or creative drawings – you decide what goes on your map. It's a playful process that's not only fun for children, but also invites us all to question our view of the world.
When: 7 February 2026
Where: Humboldt Forum, Schlossplatz, Mitte
Tip 2: Enchanting winter magic at Swan Lake
Berlin is a city of great culture, and the ballet classic Swan Lake embodies this elegance like no other piece. In the unique atmosphere of the concert hall, you will experience the touching story of Princess Odette, who was turned into a swan by a curse. Let yourself be enchanted by the graceful movements of the ensemble and the immortal sounds of Tchaikovsky. At 5.30 pm, there will be a workshop to prepare you for the performance.
When: 5 February 2026
Where: Berlin University of the Arts (UdK) – Concert Hall, Hardenbergstraße 33, Charlottenburg
Tip 3: Awaken your spirit of discovery at the Humboldt Laboratory & Technology Museum
This winter holiday, you can discover two knowledge hotspots at once. Start at the Humboldt Laboratory with the "Water" guided tour and immerse yourself in the secrets of this vital element. How are we globally connected through water? Immediately afterwards, the adventure continues at the German Museum of Technology. From majestic steam locomotives to huge ships and aeroplanes, there is everything here to make technology lovers' hearts beat faster. The special family tours take you on a journey through time and explain complex technology in such a lively way that you are guaranteed to go home with new insights.
When: 7 & 8 February 2026
Where: Humboldt Forum, Schlossplatz, Mitte & German Museum of Technology, Trebbiner Str. 9, Kreuzberg
Family tour at the Technology Museum
Tip 4: A journey to the sun, moon and stars
The Berlin winter sky is often grey, but the brightest stars shine for you at the Zeiss Großplanetarium. Berlin is a centre of science, and here the universe is within reach. The "Sun, Moon and Stars" show is a real highlight, especially for little astronomers aged four and up. Together, you will travel through the day and night, learn about the constellations and find out why the moon looks a little different every day. The impressive dome will make you forget that you are actually in the middle of Prenzlauer Berg.
When: 3, 6 & 8 February 2026
Where: Zeiss-Großplanetarium, Prenzlauer Allee 80, Prenzlauer Berg
Tip 5: Titanic – Real finds, true destinies
In the vibrant metropolis of Berlin, we encounter world history time and again – this time, our journey takes us to Babelsberg to a legend of the seas. The Titanic exhibition lets you experience the tragic story of what is probably the most famous ship in the world up close. You will walk through faithful replicas of the magnificent grand staircase and the cramped cabins and view genuine exhibits that were recovered directly from the wreck.
When: various dates
Where: Filmpark Babelsberg, Großbeerenstraße 200, Potsdam
Titanic at Filmpark Babelsberg
Tip 6: Experience the Arctic at the Polar Experience
From the streets of Berlin straight to the eternal ice – the Polar Experience makes it possible. The multimedia exhibition takes you to the coldest places on our planet. You accompany the research vessel "Polarstern" on its expedition and experience the majestic beauty of the Arctic and Antarctic through impressive images and soundscapes. It's almost as if you can feel the cold wind on your skin as you learn more about the important work of the scientists.
When: various dates
Where: Arena Berlin, Eichenstraße 4, Kreuzberg
Tip 7: Relationship or family – what connects us
The special exhibition "Beziehungsweise Familie" at the Humboldt Forum celebrates colourful diversity. Whether patchwork, elective affinity or classic ancestry – here you can explore what really binds us together as human beings. At interactive stations, you can reflect on your own family history, exchange nicknames or immerse yourself in global narratives. The exhibition runs through the entire building and shows how family is experienced in different cultures and times. It is an invitation to reflect on our own roots and the bonds we choose.
When: various dates
Where: Humboldt Forum, Schlossplatz, Mitte
Tip 8: Flying Lights – dance meets light art
Berlin is the hotspot for urban culture, and when the Flying Steps meet light art, goosebumps are guaranteed. In the legendary Wintergarten Varieté, you can experience "Flying Lights", a show that takes energy and aesthetics to a new level. Breakdance world champions perform to pulsating beats, while a spectacular light show transforms the stage into a futuristic work of art. It's active, loud, colourful and absolutely thrilling. For families, there's also the ShowCafé, where you can relax and enjoy the highlights of the show with coffee and cake.
When: Until 15 February 2026
Where: Wintergarten Varieté, Potsdamer Straße 96, Kreuzberg
Tip 9: Become a sculptor in the workshop
At the Käthe Kollwitz Museum, you can not only admire art, but also create it yourself. During the winter holiday course in the sculpture workshop, you can immerse yourself in the world of sculpture and be inspired by the artist's powerful works. You can pick up clay or plaster yourself and create your own individual works of art. Whether abstract or figurative, it's your expression that counts here.
When: 2–5 February 2026
Where: Käthe Kollwitz Museum, Jägerstraße 51, Charlottenburg
Tip 10: Cosy hours in the living room of the Humboldt Forum
The living room in the foyer of the Humboldt Forum is an open meeting place for everyone. Here you can browse through books in comfortable armchairs, knit together or work on a huge wall collage. The workshops, where you can rediscover old craft techniques, are particularly enjoyable. Grab your parents or friends and spend a creative afternoon together.
When: various dates
Where: Humboldt Forum, Schlossplatz, Mitte
Living room at the Humboldt Forum
Tip 11: Immerse yourself in Bubble Planet
Berlin loves the unconventional and colourful – and that's exactly what awaits you at Bubble Planet. An immersive wonderland opens up at Arena Berlin, where you can simply let everyday life burst like a soap bubble. Imagine jumping into the biggest ball pit of your life or losing yourself in a glittering infinity room where mirrors and lights make your senses dance. With state-of-the-art VR technology, you'll float over bizarre landscapes and experience colours more intensely than ever before. It's a place of pure joie de vivre, perfect for the ultimate Instagram moment or simply to have a lot of fun again.
When: various dates
Where: Arena Berlin, Eichenstraße 4, Kreuzberg
And here you'll find even more tips on where to go for free with children during the holidays.
