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.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesAlte Nationalgalerie Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: Bodestraße 1-3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Phone: 030 266424242
Official Website: Alte Nationalgalerie
Alte Nationalgalerie Reviews
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I really like old gallery, but unfortunately this time the whole first floor was closed due to maintenance works. We visited exhibition of Caspar David Friedrich, it was really nice, though I was a bit disappointed that the painting “The Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog” wasn’t there, but nevertheless other famous paintings were displayed.
It is better to buy tickets online in order not to wait in the line which was huge when we arrived, thankfully we bought tickets beforehand.
Aya Becker - a week ago
Perhaps the best museum in Berlin. Maybe because we were lucky enough to come across an exhibition on C.D. Friedrich, one of my favourite painters. But the permanent collection is really rich too. Architecturally, the museum's building is an artwork of its own. Such a majestic temple in the heart of Berlin.
If you can't visit but one museum in Berlin, I think it should be the Alte Nationalgalerie. Be sure to book in advance, especially if there is an exhibition going on.
Emre Dokur - 2 months ago
Great museum with excellent temporary exhibitions that make it worth going multiple times.
Lots to look at, you can spend a long time wandering here! Also the building itself is gorgeous!
Cai Jo - a month ago
The museum I enjoyed the most from the ones we visited on the museum island (The Panorama, Alte Nationalgalerie, Neues Museum, Altes Museum).
It features an exquisite collection of paintings, and some statues and sculptures. I, in particular, liked some of the displayed works of Carl Spitzweg and Caspar David Friedrich.
You can immerse yourself for several hours in the collection.
Johannes Eiglsperger - 4 months ago
Beautiful gallery with amazing architectural arrangement. It maintains many historical elements, and the building itself is a tour!
Libinski 0G - a month ago
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.
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