German Museum of Technology (Deutsches Technikmuseum)
You should allow at least 3-4 hours to visit the must-see German Museum of Technology in Berlin. At over 26,000 square metres it’s one of the largest technology museums in Europe.
The museum is located at the site of the former Anhalter Train Yard in Gleisdreieck and began with a focus on rail transport It has since grown to encompass a full array of exhibits showcasing a progression of old to new technologies.
The exhibits cover many industries: aviation, rail transportation, automobiles, shipping, film, communications, computers, energy, chemistry, and pharmaceuticals. You will learn how changing technologies have helped shape world history.
You will see real historic aircraft, ships, and trains.
Over 150 hands-on experiences add to the fun-factor as you learn about the different technologies.
Besides the permanent exhibits, the Spectrum Science Center located next to the museum is included in your admission.
An ample assortment of demonstrations and guided tours are available daily.
This is a wonderful museum for families with children. Your kids won’t become bored here!
The museum has two restaurants plus a bistro, but they also welcome you to bring your own lunch. Picnic tables are provided inside the exhibit areas and outside in the museum park.
Keep in mind that the German Museum of Technology is closed every Monday and on major holidays.
Public transport is highly recommended for getting to the museum. Car parking is particularly limited.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesGerman Museum of Technology Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: Trebbiner Str. 9, 10963 Berlin, Germany
Phone: 030 902540
Official Website: German Museum of Technology
German Museum of Technology Reviews
Rated out of 5
The German Museum of Technology in Berlin is a fantastic place for anyone interested in how technology has shaped our world. With tons of hands-on exhibits, from early airplanes, ships and trains to the world's first computer, it's a fun and educational experience for all ages. Definitely recommend checking it out.
While it's already impressive, to truly captivate modern kids raised on YouTube, adding more interactive exhibits with VR and other cutting-edge technologies would be amazing. With some innovation, this museum could be even more mind-blowing for young minds.
Alex Glimberg - in the last week
This huge museum has a lot to offer for everyone irrespective of their age. It was almost the whole day we spent there. A small park also exists for the kids to relax. Family tickets are cheaper compared to other museums. Limited free parking spaces but we were lucky to get one. Recommended!
tskumar - a month ago
An incredible technical museum for both kids and adults! There are so many things to see and do. We recommend having at least 3 hours there to see it all. The ticket prices were very reasonable and we felt that everything was nice, clean and the interactive exhibitions were working fine. We look forward to coming back again to experience it all.
David Rasmussen - a month ago
Interesting place to visit, but you need to dedicate at least half a day to go throigh all the exhibits. Plenty of the old steam locomotives and newer electric engines made a big impression on me. The aircrafts are also nicely presented. Another interesting part is the place where you can see the old cars from last century. I really recommend to visit this museum while staying in Berlin.
Piotr P - in the last week
Simply the very best Museum in all of Berlin for the tech Nerd in your Life. From an impressive selection of old airplanes (an old Junkers to me is a childhood favorite) to what likely is my most favorite nautical exhibition - far more on the technical side of different ship types, navigation methods - I spent hours in these parts and still come back regularly to indulge.
Bring some time and enjoy the history of mankind's ingenuity and appreciate how far we have come from sticks and stones
Peter Gronerth - in the last week
Directions
How to get to German Museum of Technology by U-Bahn, S-Bahn
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn Line(s): U1, U2, U3, U7, S1, S2, S25, S26
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn Station(s): U-Möckernbrücke, U-Gleisdreieck, S-Anhalter Bahnhof
From S-Anhalter Bahnhof: Walk southeast on Hallesches Ufer to the pedestrian bridge the crosses the Landwehr Canal. The museum is on the other side.
From U-Gleisdreieck: exit onto Luckenwalder Str. and continue east (towards the bridge). Go right on Tempelhofer Ufer to the museum entrance which is on the other side of the U-Bahn Bridge.
From U-Möckernbrücke: exit onto Tempelhofer Ufer and go left (west) to the museum entrance.
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