Neues Museum
One of the five museums on Museum Island the Neues Museum sits immediately north of the Altes Museum which it was built to help relieve the overcrowding of. It opened in 1859.
Construction followed the Neo-classical style common to the other museums on the island. It commenced in 1841 and continued through 1855 under the planning and direction of Friedrich August Stuhler. The first two years were spent preparing the ground for the foundation which consisted of 2344 wooden piles driven deep into the soft earth on the island. It was the first major building project in Berlin to make use of a steam engine during construction, a significant step in the early days of industrialization.
The museum was shut down at the beginning of World War II and was subjected to heavy damage during the bombing of Berlin. The ruins were left unattended under the Soviet occupation of East Berlin during the post-war period.
There was no talk of restoring it until 1985. Some reconstruction work began in 1986 under the East German government but was halted upon the reunification of Germany. Further plans were initiated under the new government starting in 1997 and famous British architect David Chipperfield was put in charge of the project. Extensive reconstruction began again in 2003 and the new Museum finally reopened to the public again in 2009. Some construction work continued through to 2015.
Once inside the Neues Museum, Visitors are presented with over 9000 historical artifacts displayed over three floors. Exhibits include the Papyrus Collection, archaeological collections of the Egyptian Museum, the Museum of Pre and Early history, and works from the Collection of Classical Antiquities.
The renowned bust of Egyptian Queen Nefertiti is popular with visitors.
The oldest artifact is an axe head from the Stone Age, estimated to be about 700,000 years old.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesNeues Museum 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: Neues Museum
Neues Museum Reviews
Rated out of 5
The Egyptian Museum in Berlin is a true journey through time. The collection is breathtaking: monumental sarcophagi, ancient frescoes, burial masks of pharaohs, rare papyri, and of course the legendary Bust of Nefertiti, whose beauty is simply mesmerizing. The museum’s atmosphere allows you to feel the spirit of millennia and immerse yourself in the mysteries of Ancient Egypt.
A wonderful bonus: admission is free for Ukrainian citizens with valid ID. Don’t miss the chance to experience this fascinating treasure of history!
Tatiana Zakharova - a week ago
This museum is just incredible, I can't believe how big it is. The collections are really special. Even though I arrived early, I still spent nearly three hours exploring the whole place. They accepted my student ID from Vietnam and gave me a discount, too. Definitely a must-visit.
Thien Dang - 4 weeks ago
The Neues Museum is an incredible place to explore, with a perfect mix of restored historic architecture and modern design. The highlights for me were the Egyptian collection and, of course, the famous bust of Nefertiti — breathtaking to see in person. The exhibits are well-curated and it’s easy to spend a few hours here. Definitely a must-visit on Museum Island!
Hasham Ahmed Qazi - 2 weeks ago
So interesting how they made the museum building, which was badly damaged during ww2, as a sort of an exhibition of its own. They did an amazing job restoring the building while conserving the original where they could. The Egyptian artifacts and unbelievable and the golden hat is so interesting!!
Mike Curran - a week ago
A truly fantastic historical experience that allows you to travel through Egypt, thanks to the work of famous archaeologists. Highly recommended I loved it! Cameras allowed, except in the Nefertiti room. Backpacks and bags must be left at the entrance.
Alx Brg - a month ago
Directions
How to get to Neues Museum 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 the Neues Museum is on your left.
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