Neues Museum
UNESCO World Heritage site housing the Egyptian Museum, the Papyrus Collection, and the Museum of Prehistory and Early History. The building is recognized for its neoclassical architecture and significant archaeological displays. Read more…
Opening hours
| 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 |
Open on public holidays
Admission
Museum Island and 3-day Museum Pass options available
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Constructed between 1843 and 1855, the museum is a UNESCO World Heritage site designed in Neoclassical and Renaissance Revival styles. Following severe damage in World War II, the structure underwent a decade-long restoration led by architect David Chipperfield, reopening in 2009. The building is historically significant as the first in Berlin to be built using a steam engine, representing a milestone in industrial construction techniques.
The galleries house the Egyptian Museum and Papyrus Collection, which features the iconic bust of the Egyptian queen Nefertiti. Also located here is the Museum of Prehistory and Early History, containing artifacts such as the Berlin Gold Hat. The collections span prehistoric, protohistoric, and early historical periods, including significant classical antiquities.
As part of the Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, the site is wheelchair accessible. Entry is supported by the Berlin Pass and the Berlin WelcomeCard.
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