Today
Open 09:00–17:00
Last Admission
16:00
Museum Island features five world-class museums, most of which follow a general schedule of 10am to 5pm or 6pm, with some closed on Mondays. However, there are variations because of which you should check the specific opening hours of the museum you intend to visit. Find the detailed timings listed below.
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
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Monday | 09:00–18:00 | 17:00 |
Tuesday | 09:00–18:00 | 17:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00–18:00 | 17:00 |
Thursday | 09:00–18:00 | 17:00 |
Friday | 09:00–18:00 | 17:00 |
Saturday | 09:00–18:00 | 17:00 |
Sunday (Today) | 09:00–17:00 | 16:00 |
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
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Monday | Closed | |
Tuesday | 10:00–18:00 | 17:30 |
Wednesday | 10:00–18:00 | 17:30 |
Thursday | 10:00–18:00 | 17:30 |
Friday | 10:00–18:00 | 17:30 |
Saturday | 10:00–18:00 | 17:30 |
Sunday (Today) | 10:00–18:00 | 17:30 |
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | 10:00–17:00 |
Thursday | 10:00–17:00 |
Friday | 10:00–17:00 |
Saturday | 10:00–18:00 |
Sunday (Today) | 10:00–18:00 |
The Bode Museum is open from 10am to 5pm between Wednesday and Friday and from 10am to 6pm between Saturday and Sunday. It remains closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS | Last Admission |
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Monday | Closed | |
Tuesday | Closed | |
Wednesday | 10:00–17:00 | 17:00 |
Thursday | 10:00–17:00 | 17:00 |
Friday | 10:00–17:00 | 17:00 |
Saturday | 10:00–18:00 | 18:00 |
Sunday (Today) | 10:00–18:00 | 18:00 |
On International Women’s Day (March 8), Easter (April 18 to 21), Labor Day (May 1), Ascension Day (May 29), Pentecost (June 9), German Unification Day (October 3), Christmas Day (December 25), Boxing Day (December 26), the museum is open from 10am to 6pm. On January 1, 2026, the museum is open from 10am to 5pm.
Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS |
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Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 10:00–18:00 |
Wednesday | 10:00–18:00 |
Thursday | 10:00–18:00 |
Friday | 10:00–18:00 |
Saturday | 10:00–18:00 |
Sunday (Today) | 10:00–18:00 |
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Yes, most Museum Island museums have a last entry time around 30 minutes before closing. However, some may allow entry closer to closing if there's no waiting line. It's best to arrive early for a full experience.
If you're limited on time, set aside 2 to 3 hours to visit one or two museums. The Neues Museum (for ancient artifacts) and Alte Nationalgalerie (for 19th-century art) are top picks.
Museum Island is busiest on weekends, particularly on Saturday afternoons. Public holidays and school vacation periods also bring larger crowds. To avoid long lines, plan your visit for weekday mornings.
Yes, all museums stay open during winter, and with fewer tourists, it's a great time to visit. Just keep in mind the shorter daylight hours and holiday closures.
Apart from regular Monday closures, museums may close temporarily for renovations or to install new exhibits. For example, the Pergamon Museum is currently closed for renovations and will reopen in 2027.
Yes! Events like Lange Nacht der Museen (Long Night of Museums) offer extended hours with special programs and performances. Some museums on Museum Island stay open late into the night during these events but expect larger crowds.
It's a good idea to arrive 15–20 minutes before your scheduled entry time, especially if you need to go through security checks or store personal belongings in lockers.