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Guided Tour: 200 Years of Museum Island Anniversary Tour

winterliche Stimmung auf der Museumsinsel
Museumsinsel
Altes Museum
Blick vom Kolonnadenhof auf die Alte Nationalgalerie
James-Simon-Galerie
Guided Tour in German

from €10.00 guide: german

Die Jubiläumstour auf der Museumsinsel in Berlin ist eine besondere Gelegenheit 200 Jahre Geschichte im Wandel zu erleben - unter freiem Himmel und mit einzigartigen Einblicken.


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On this special german guided tour of Berlin’s Museum Island, you’ll dive into two centuries of architecture, urban development and cultural history. Between 2025 and 2030, the world-famous Museum Island celebrates its 200th anniversary – a truly unique occasion. Join your guide for a one-hour walk exploring architectural masterpieces and uncover fascinating stories behind this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Valid as a smartphone ticket. Limited spots available – get your ticket now!

200 Years Anniversary Tour on Museum Island

From Schinkel’s neoclassical Altes Museum to the magnificent Alte Nationalgalerie and the modern additions of today – every era has left its mark. The anniversary tour “200 Years of Museum Island” takes you across historic squares, past stunning façades, and reveals stories you’ve probably never heard before.

What to expect on the anniversary tour: 200 Years of Museum Island

✔ One-hour german guided tour with a walk across Museum Island
✔ Fascinating insights into architecture, urban history and cultural heritage
✔ A different theme each year: 2025 – Altes Museum | 2026 – Alte Nationalgalerie
✔ Exciting facts and background info all about Museum Island Berlin

A special guided journey through history

Each year, a different museum and highlight of Museum Island takes center stage. In the anniversary year 2025, the focus is on the Altes Museum, while in 2026 the spotlight shifts to the Alte Nationalgalerie. The 200 Years Anniversary Tour is always evolving – making each visit a fresh and unforgettable experience.

Meeting point

James Simon Galerie: Entrance floor 0, stone banks

Bodestraße, 10178 Berlin

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Important information

  • Limited number of participants
  • This public tour in german takes place exclusively outdoors on Museum Island. Admission to the museums is not included.
  • Visiting the individual museums is not part of this tour.
  • Please note that tickets are non-refundable.

Ticket validity after purchase

  • Accepted as a mobile smartphone voucher or printed out
  • Valid for the booked date and time-slot

Our recommendation: Add a day ticket for Museum Island to your booking and explore all the museums and exhibitions on the island after your anniversary tour.

Arrival by public transport

U-Bahn: U5 (Museumsinsel), U6 (Friedrichstraße)
S-Bahn: S1, S2, S25, S26 (Friedrichstraße); S3, S5, S7, S9 (Hackescher Markt)
Tram: M1, 12 (Am Kupfergraben); M4, M5, M6 (Hackescher Markt)
Bus: TXL (Staatsoper); 100, 200 (Lustgarten); 147 (Friedrichstraße)

Languages

  • german guided-tour

Duration

60 minutes

Provider

Museumsinsel