Alte Nationalgalerie

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Spectacular inside and out, the Alte Nationalgalerie (Old National Gallery) is one of five museums on Berlin's famous Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is also one of five are museums falling under the umbrella of the National Gallery.

Exhibits include Neo-classical, Romantic, Biedermeier, Impressionist, and early Modernist works of art from the 19th century by renowned artists including Pierre Auguste Renoir, Paul Cezanne and Caspar David Friedrich. An entire hall dedicated to the works of the latter was added to the museum.

As with many museums, the building itself is truly a work of art. Designed by Friedrich August Stüler, construction of the Alte Nationalgalerie commenced in 1866 and it was opened in 1876. the architectural style is Neo classical and is reminiscent of a greek temple. Major restorative work on the building was completed in 2001.

Allow about one-and-a-half to two hours for your visit.

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Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes

Alte Nationalgalerie Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Address: Bodestraße 1-3, 10178 Berlin, Germany

Phone: 030 266424242

Official Website: Alte Nationalgalerie

Alte Nationalgalerie Reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating An amazing gallery to visit. Don't queue for tickets as you can just buy them on your phone in the lobby. Free coat and bag check as you go in (it's very hot inside so highly recommend leaving your coat). Staff attentive and helpful. Some amazing pieces on show and so many rooms to visit. Remember to take a pic of the mounted horse from the first floor window, as the steps outside only let you go part way up and are locked. Great area for photos of the surrounding landmarks.
Noddy Walton - 4 months ago

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5 Star Rating Super. Strongly recommend to split the visit into 2 part - 1 hr 30 min per part. Between visits listen to story about artists that you liked. Max Liberman looks great near other like Eduard and Cloud Monet. Thanks for great service and organisation
PAVEL AMELCHENKO - a month ago

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3 Star Rating A museum where you can find a lot of paintings by local German artists, but the museum, although it doesn't look like it from the outside, is not very big, it can be visited quickly and it didn't leave an excessive impression on me. If you are choosing between a couple of museums that you want to see in Berlin, this one is not among the favorites, believe me.
Sveto Rakovic - 3 months ago

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4 Star Rating One of the best art galleries I've visited in my life. While my stay in Berlin, I used to love visiting the Alte Nationalgalerie. The staff, however, have always been a bit rude to me.
Spandan Mallick - a month ago

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3 Star Rating This museum contains beautiful pieces from various artists including Menzel as well as French artists, which I very much liked. However, I absolutely hated the treatment of the ticket guy towards us (probably because we are students), treating me like I’m a kid or something. Didn’t have any problem with student cards/confirmations of enrolments in any other museum in Berlin. Do better
Ivanhoe - a month ago

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Directions

How to get to Alte Nationalgalerie by U-Bahn, S-Bahn

Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn Line(s): S1, S2, S3, S5, S7, S9, S25, S26, S75, U6
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn Station(s): Berlin Friedrichstraße

Exit from Friedrichstraße Station. Walk one block south on Fredrichstrasse and go left (east) on Dorotheenstrasse. When you get to the river, go right on Am Kupfergraben and cross the bridge just ahead. Once over the bridge continue walking past the Neues Museum. The Alte Nationalgalerie is on your left.