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The best 10 museums in Berlin to know better the city history

Thinking about a cultural visit to Berlin? Then you are in luck. If you want to visit some museums during your stay, you should read and take notes of this list of the best 10 museums in Berlin to enjoy art and get to know the city’s history.

Apart from having many leisure options (mainly nightlife) for everyone, the city is quite rich in the cultural field.

For a start, we recommend heading for the Museum Insel, located in the historical city center close to the Spree river. Considered as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, here you will find the 5 most important museums in Berlin.

If you want to enjoy it the fullest, you should spend almost a whole day of your trip there, it’s really worth it.

1-. Pergammon Museum

Without a doubt the most famous ones in Museum Insel and considered one of the best museums in Berlin. Its unique in Europe; you won’t find the usual paintings or crowded display-cases here, but instead, huge ancient constructions such as the Pergammon altar, the Ishtar door or the entrance to Mileto market.

It should be mentioned that until the 2019, the Pergammon altar is being restored and has limited public access.

Usually there is large queue all day, so we recommend buying your tickets in advance through their website: http://www.smb.museum/museen-und-einrichtungen/pergamonmuseum/home.html

museums-in-Berlin — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Museo_de_Pérgamo

Address: Museum Insel (Bodestraße)

Price: 12€. Combined with other museums in Museum Insel: 18€

Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00-18:00 (Thursday until 20:00)

2-. Neues Museum

One of the other 5 museums of Museum Insel and famous for the exhibit of Nefertiti’s bust. The museum also has such a large collection of Egyptian art, that it is been called “the Egyptian museum” in Berlin.

It is the oldest museums in Berlin, built in middle XIX century and considered an innovative project due to the steel used in its construction.

During the Second World War, it was bombed and almost all the exhibition pieces were destroyed. Only the outdoor walls weren’t damaged, but it wasn’t until 2003 that the museum was rebuilt.

Website: http://www.smb.museum/museen-und-einrichtungen/neues-museum/home.html

Address: Museum Insel

Price: 12€. Combined entrance with the other museums of Museum Insel: 18€

Opening hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00:18:00 (Thursday until 20:00)

3–. Alte Nationalgalerie

One of the other galleries of Museum Insel with paintings of the XIX century; Romanticism and Impressionism. It was the first museum in the world to have pieces from this period. The gallery looks like a Roman temple with a huge staircase at its entrance.

You will find Manet, Monet, Karl Friedrich Schinkel and Adolph Menzel pieces amongst other big artists. Even though the majority of pieces are paintings you will also find a good sample of sculptures.

Like most of the constructions and museums in Berlin, it was bombed during the second World War.

Website: http://www.smb.museum/en/museums-institutions/alte-nationalgalerie/home.html

Address: Museum Insel

Price: 12€. Combined entrance with all the museums in Museum Insel: 18€

Opening Hours: Tuesday -Sunday 10:00-18:00 (Thursday until 20:00)

4-. Altes Museum:

Also in the Museum Insel, its collection is based on classical antiquity, mainly Greece and Rome. The museum is located on the huge Lustgarden esplanade in front of Berlin’s Cathedral, one of the most famous places in the city.

It opened in 1830 but it also suffered from the bombs of the second World War. The restoration work lasted until the late 70’s.

Website: http://www.smb.museum/museen-und-einrichtungen/altes-museum/home.html

Address: Museum Insel

Price: 10€. Combined entrance with all the museums in Museum Insel: 18€

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00 (Thursday until 20:00)

5-. DDR Museum

Located in the city center, close to Museum Insel, this museum shows the daily life of the old German Democratic Republic. A visit to this museum is a little bit different from the other museums on the list.

Even though it is not the usual purely cultural visit, it is really worth it, interesting and sensitive at the same time.

A great part of the exhibition is interactive: you can open doors, closets, drawers, and even take a look at some books and sit on a Travi car. One of the big attractions of this museum is a typical, life-sized RDA house.

It is a really good option for kids, as it is an interactive way to learn Berlin’s amazing history.

Website: https://www.ddr-museum.de/de

Address: Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 1

Price: 9,5€ (discounts with Berlin Welcome Card)

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-20:00 (Saturday open until 22:00)

6- Jewish Museum

One of the most interesting visits in Berlin. The aim of this museum, inaugurated in 2001, is to spread the German-Jewish culture and history from the Middle Ages until the second World War.

The collection is housed in an avant-garde building that made the museum iconic in Europe. On its walls and in its interior, it shows the anguished life of Hebrew people. Everything there is full of symbolism.

The exhibition is based on three different themes: continuity, the Holocaust (with the names of concentration and death camps of Nazism on the walls) and the exile with a quite peculiar garden. The plants hang from the top of big cement blocks to make you feel the same as the people in the camps, who wanted to live in an unknown place.

Website: http://www.jmberlin.de

Address: Lindenstraße 9-14

Price: 8€ (25% discount with Berlin Welcome Card)

Opening hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10

7-. Deutsches Historisches Museum

This museum remembers German history from 100aC and it’s located in the famous avenue; Unter den Linden. It is the most important baroque building in Berlin with a more modern one to exhibit the temporary collections.

The permanent collection consists of 8000 objects chronologically ordered to show the continuous path through history.

Website: http://www.dhm.de

Address: Unter den Linden, 2

Price: 8€ (free for under people under 18 and discounts with Berlin Welcome Card)

Opening hours: everyday 10:00-18:00

8-. Bode Museum

This is the last of the museums on Museum Insel. Its collection is based, in contrast to the other museums in Berlin, on Bizantine art history and archeology. Apart from that, it also has a numismatic section, an interesting sculptural collection and an interactive area for kids.

It is also worth seeing the building from the other side of the river, as it is considered one of the prettiest views of Berlin. This is due, among other things, to the amazing dome that crowns the building.

Website: http://www.smb.museum/museen-und-einrichtungen/bode-museum/home.html

Address: Museum Insel

Price: 12€. Combined entrance with the other museums of Museum Insel: 18€

Opening hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00h-18:00h (Thursday until 20:00)

9-. Topographie des Terrors

This permanent exhibition is an exhaustive tour of Nazi institutions and their actions between 1933 and 1945, and the history of the Gestapo and SS, who were in charge of Third Reich’s security. In fact, the same place where you can find this exhibition now, is where the SS offices were located and it even housed their own prison.

In Topographie des Terrors you will also find a part of the Berlin wall that hasn’t been destroyed. Despite being a sad visit, it is really worth it and necessary to understand what happened in the city. You can see texts, videos, recordings and photographs that transfer you directly to Nazism period.

Website: http://www.topographie.de

Adress: Niederkirchnerstraße 8

Price: Free

Opening hours: everyday 10:00-20:00

10-. Checkpoint Charlie Museum

This museum is dedicated to the Berlin wall´s history. It is located near the preserved guard house called Checkpoint Charlie, where it is explained why, how and when the wall was built and what the consequences were for the German people.

You will find photographs, stories from escape attempts to the other side of the wall, and other curiosities like objects used during these attempts.

Even though this is not an indispensable visit, it is worth if you have time. It was founded in 1962, almost at the same time when the wall was also built by Hildebrandt, who was looking for a place to exhibit all her objects related to the wall.

Website: http://www.mauermuseum.de

Adress: Friedrichstraße 43-45

Price: 12,5€ (discount with Berlin Welcome Card)

Opening hours: Every day from 09:00-22:00

These are our recommendation of the best 10 museums in Berlin to know better the city history. Have you already visited any of them? Are you planning to go to some of them? Tell us by leaving a comment.

“Allure” by Sylvia Rybak

Sylvia Rybak is a Berlin-based photographer from Warsaw, Poland and is currently studying at the University of Applied Sciences Europe.

Her interest in the creative arts spawned from her fascination with the unreal and surreal. As Sylvia’s ideas developed, she realized that the simultaneously realistic and manipulative art of photography was her most preferred means of communication. Her images are created with the focus of both providing the viewer with an aesthetic experience and giving an insight into the absurdity of the unconscious and dreams. Sylvia’s images are a visual manifesto of what she finds beautiful: strong colors, flora, interesting textures – all combined into conceptual photographs.

The Berlin-based photographer Sylvia Rybak presented on December 7th 2017 her “Allure” exhibition at Gat Point Charlie.

More about Sylvia: http://www.artconnect.com/profile/sylvia-rybak

11 Best clubs in Berlin to enjoy city nightlife

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Do you want to enjoy a night out during your stay in Berlin? Then you are in luck.

The city´s nightlife scene is one of its most defining aspects. Many new artists looking for new opportunities, and lots of clubs searching for the trendiest sounds, make Berlin one of the most vibrant cities in terms of music.

Since the 90’s, Berlin has been famous around the world because of the techno and electro DJs who play the best sounds every weekend.

But, if you are thinking about a night out in Berlin, be prepared. The first thing you need to know is that you’ll find all kinds of people, wearing clothes of every style you can imagine. Some of the clubs are open all weekend with no interruptions. So, for example, you can party on a Sunday morning after breakfast, isn’t it curious?

You also have to take into account that, in some clubs, there are some entry requirements. Some advice: don’t’ wear your best clothes, stay relaxed and don’t make too much noise while you are queuing and always try to go with a local in case they ask you something in German.

The area with the most night clubs is Kreuzberg-Friedirchshain. But, in fact, you will find nightlife all around the city.

For now, to start preparing your night, here you have our selection of the best clubs in Berlin to enjoy the city nightlife.

1-. Berghain & Panorama Bar

The most famous club in city. Berghain & Panorama Bar is an old power station, considered to be the best club in Berlin in terms of music.

It started as a gay disco but, even though there are a lot of heterosexuals, it is definitely for open-minded people, looking for good music and keen to get inside.

Berghain is the main room, where only techno music is played and with DJs from all over the world. The Panorama Bar is upstairs and has a more varied line-up and is more house-oriented. In the basement, you’ll find Lab. Oratory, a liberal club with thematic nights dedicated to different sexual perversions. That room is only for the most daring and open-minded people.

Web: http://www.berghain.de

How to arrive: S-bahn Ostbanhof

Best_clubs_in_Berlin_Berghain & Panorama Bar — https://thump.vice.com/es_mx/article/ez95vm/10-que-no-sabias-acerca-de-berghain

2-. Sysiphos

Located in an old cookie factory in Lichtenberg, the entrance is not as restrictive as other clubs.

Also open all weekend with no interruptions. Perfect for techno lovers. It has an indoor dance floor, another outdoors and even a small beach. It is better if you go in the evening than at night because there will be a shorter queue.

Apart from being one of the most famous clubs, it is considered to be one of the best clubs in Berlin.

Web: https://sisyphos-berlin.net

How to arrive: Betriefsbanhof Rummelsberg S-bahn

Sysiphos_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — https://www.theclubmap.com/electro-clubs-n-z/sisyphos/

3-. Wilden Renate

An old house in Friedrichshain, with different atmospheres distributed throughout different rooms, its kitsch style won’t leave you indifferent. In every room, there’s excellent music and lots of places to take a seat.

If you don’t know what you’re looking for, you will probably go straight past the club without noticing. So, pay attention to where you are around AltStralau Straße number 70.

PS: Watch out! It’s quite easy to get lost inside the house.

Web: http://www.renate.cc

How to arrive: Treptower Park S-bahn

Wilden Renate_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — http://www.traveler.es/viajes/viajes-urbanos/articulos/zur-wilden-renate-en-berlin/4316

4-. Chalet

An old building in the center of Kreuzberg built over 150 years ago. It’s a trip to the 19^th Century, located in an area full of bars and clubs, which is perfect if you fancy a drink before going to Chalet.

This club is aimed at tourists and the mainstream public, but despite that, it’s a good place to enjoy good music and have fun with friends. It’s open 7 days a week.

The decoration is amazing: lots of small rooms to explore through the night, vintage lamps and armchairs, and wallpapers with antique patterns.

As for the entrance, it isn´t usually restrictive but stay calm while you are queueing.

Web: http://www.chalet-berlin.de

How to arrive: Schlesisches Tor U-bahn

Chalet_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — https://www.theclubmap.com/house-electro-techno-clubs/chalet-club-en/

5-. Club der Visonaire

Located in Kreuzberg, at the edge of the canal. It has a quieter atmosphere and it’s really nice during summer. The place looks like a small house with a dock that’s used as a terrace. It’s surrounded by a lot of other bars and clubs.

Club der Visionaire is open from 2pm. During the day, the music is usually more relaxed but, at night it becomes more dance orientated. Even though most of the people are sitting having a drink, you can enjoy excellent music until the early hours of the morning.

Web: https://clubdervisionaere.com

How to arrive: Schesisches Tor U-bahn

Club der Visonaire_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — http://blog.visitberlin.de/en/4559-what-to-see-listen-to-and-play-tips-for-the-weekend.html

6-. Watergate

A well-known club in Kreuzberg, at the Spree’s edge with an amazing view and a small terrace with some tables and chairs to see the sunset.

If it’s your first time, you should know that it is a little bit difficult to find. It’s on the Kreuzberg side of the bridge, but if you ask there, you will have no problem finding it. It’s located in an area full of bars and other clubs so, you have lots of options to go for a drink before you go inside.

The entrance price is a little bit higher than other clubs in Berlin (15€) and they are a little bit stricter about letting you in.

Web: http://water-gate.de

How to arrive: Schelesisches Tor U-bahn

WaterGate._Best_clubs_in_Berlin — http://www.deephouseamsterdam.com/berlin-report-nick-curly-presents-trust-watergate/

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7-. Tresor

Located in the warehouse of an old electric power plant in the city center. Getting in is not as difficult as in other clubs in Berlin. It’s a little bit far from other bars or clubs if you want to go somewhere else before or afterwards, but don’t worry, it closes at 11am.

Unlike other clubs the music is harder (hard techno) and not that electro minimal style. It is a good place to submerge yourself in the real Berlin’s night atmosphere.

It has two floors, downstairs (the most impressive one) is characterized for its hard music, with red dim light full of hiding places in a slightly baffling atmosphere.

Web: https://tresorberlin.com

How to arrive: Heinrich-hein Straße U-bahn

Tresor_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — http://www.top10berlin.de

8-. Ritter Butzke

Like some other clubs in Berlin, it’s an old factory in the city center. Once you are inside, an exciting and unique experience starts; with three different rooms and a terrace with different music styles from techno to more commercial.

The DJs who play there are usually Berliners, as the club wants to strengthen local artist more than international ones. They are normally quite selective at the entrance with tourists, so it’s better if you go there with a local.

Modern decoration with lots of details that make it a unique place. Usually there are live concerts in one of its rooms. Some people say the music is boring, but in fact it isn’t true; it’s usually melodic electronic music, (different from other techno clubs) and in some rooms more like techno-house music. Large queues are normal, so we recommend buying your ticket in advance.

Web: http://club.ritterbutzke.com

How to arrive: Moritzplatz U-bahn

Ritter Butzke_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — http://berlin-enjoy.com/

9-. Cassiopeia

It’s located in a big industrial space with bars and outdoor areas, but the dance floor is definitely at Cassiopeia, in one of the places with the best party atmospheres and the most bars and clubs.

It is characterized by street art, as the whole area is full of graffiti and other paintings. It represents the more reclaimed part of Berlin. Live concerts of alternative artists are quite frequent, mainly in summer and during “Fête de la musique”.

In general, we can say that it has a magical atmosphere, with different rooms and music of different styles for every audience.

Web: https://cassiopeia-berlin.de

How to arrive: Warschauersraße U-bahn

Cassiopeia_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — https://www.theclubmap.com

10-. Golden Gate

Club in Friedrichshain with a calm, underground atmosphere located under the S-bahn railroad. Techno-house music is played and is always led by Berliner DJs. There is also a small terrace to enjoy in the summer.

It’s small, with light, simple decoration. It is known for its opening hours, something outstanding even in Berlin; from Thursday evening to Friday evening, and from Friday night to Monday morning.

Web: http://www.goldengate-berlin.de

How to arrive: Jannowitzbrücke U-bahn/S-bahn

Golden Gate_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — https://www.residentadvisor.net/

11-. Week End

Located in the 13th floor of a building in Alexanderplatz, it is the ideal place to see the sunset. Different from other clubs in Berlin, it has a more chic and minimalistic style. It has a big terrace to enjoy the amazing views of the city.

The entrance and drinks are little bit more expensive than in most clubs in the city.

Web: http://www.houseofweekend.berlin

How to arrive: Alexanderplatza S-bahn/U-bahn

Week End_Best_clubs_in_Berlin — https://www.residentadvisor.net/events/827133

These are our recommendation of the best 11 best clubs in Berlin to enjoy city nightlife. Have you already visited any of them? Are you planning to go to any? Leave a comment and tell us!

“Ver el mundo con ojos de extraño” by Sara Valcárcel

Sara Valcárcel was born in 1994 in Galicia, where she studied Audiovisual Communication. She had the opportunity to “emigrate” for a year to Buenos Aires, following the path of her parent´s family. She fell in love with the people, the landscapes, their conception of the world and their lifestyle. She bought a backpack to take all the paths she encountered, fascinated with eyes wide open, trying to learn everything about this new world that was opening in front of her. Now, she is based in Berlin and she is presenting her first exhibition “Ver el mundo con ojos de extraño” in the Gat Point Charlie Hotel.

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Where is… Berlin’s autumn?

Summer comes to an end in Germany when you can hear the laughter and the noise from the Oktoberfest in Munich in every corner. In late September and early October, known by the Germans as “Altweibersommer” (Indian summer) season, tourists return to their respective countries and local people go back to their daily routines. This is the perfect time to enjoy Berlin. Continue reading “Where is… Berlin’s autumn?”

“The synthesis/La síntesis” by Daniel Bayardi

Daniel Bayardi´s artwork represents synthesis. It focuses on the simple and elementary – the soul of all that exists. It is about reducing everything to its essential and human elements. It is about the equilibrium and harmony between light and shadow. The noise of civilization is quieted allowing us to experience the purity of form. We can rediscover ourselves in the most pure ideas and which leads us to discover pure ideas and emotions.

Daniel will be exhibiting at Hotel Gat Point Charlie from the 20th of September until the 8th of November 2016.