Museum Island
A UNESCO-listed island of five world-class museums, from the Pergamon Altar to the bust of Nefertiti.
Don't miss at Museum Island
- ◆ Pergamon Museum
- ◆ Neues Museum (Nefertiti)
- ◆ Berlin Cathedral
Insider tip
The Neues Museum's Nefertiti bust is unmissable; buy a combined island ticket.
Museum Island — visitor questions
What is Museum Island known for?
A UNESCO-listed island of five world-class museums, from the Pergamon Altar to the bust of Nefertiti. Highlights include: Pergamon Museum; Neues Museum (Nefertiti); Berlin Cathedral.
Where is Museum Island?
Museum Island is in Mitte, Berlin — Bodestraße, 10178 Berlin. More info: https://www.smb.museum
Any tips for visiting Museum Island?
The Neues Museum's Nefertiti bust is unmissable; buy a combined island ticket.
Can Chauffyr take me to Museum Island?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Museum Island and between every stop on your Berlin itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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