FAQ

The MuseumsMeileMitte is a shared cultural and urban space in Berlin-Mitte. It connects the neighbourhood with four major museums around Invalidenstraße, the main railway station, Humboldthafen and Invalidenpark: the Futurium, the Hamburger Bahnhof – National Gallery of Contemporary Art, the Berlin Museum of Medical History at the Charité and the Museum of Natural History Berlin. You can find further details about the MuseumsMeileMitte on the “About the Mile” page.

The MuseumsMeileMitte includes:

• Futurium – House of Futures
• Hamburger Bahnhof – National Gallery of Contemporary Art
• Charité Berlin Museum of the History of Medicine
• Museum of Natural History Berlin

In addition, the MuseumsMeileMitte invites you to discover the neighbourhood with its squares, paths, waterfronts, historic and new sites, and other cultural offerings. You can find information on this on our map.

The museums are just a few minutes’ walk apart. For example, the Berlin Museum of the History of Medicine is just under 200 metres from the Futurium. The footpaths and cycle paths between the museums invite you to explore the neighbourhood. Feel free to use the map to find out about the sights, cafés, restaurants and the diverse range of interesting public spaces and squares along the MuseumsMeileMitte.

Yes, that depends entirely on you and your interests. The MuseumsMeileMitte can be explored flexibly: as a short stroll, as a day’s programme with visits to several museums, or as a return visit. As opening times and admission policies vary from museum to museum, we recommend checking the relevant museum information in advance.

You can find information on exhibitions, the museums’ programmes and special events at the MuseumsMeileMitte at any time in our events calendar on the website.

You are also welcome to follow the social media channels of the participating museums or sign up for their newsletters:

• Futurium newsletter
• Hamburger Bahnhof – Nationalgalerie der Gegenwart newsletter
• Museum für Naturkunde Berlin newsletter
• Berliner Medizinhistorisches Museum der Charité newsletter

There, the museums regularly provide information on current exhibitions, events, guided tours, workshops and special promotions.

Yes. Generally, there is no single ticket valid for all museums on the MuseumsMeileMitte. You can find information on ticket prices on the websites of the respective museums. An exception is made for joint open days, such as the annual summer neighbourhood festival or the Lange Nacht der Museen (Long Night of Museums). On these days, a single ticket is available for all participating museums.

The MuseumsMeileMitte is centrally located in Berlin-Mitte and is very easily accessible by public transport. An ideal starting point is Berlin Central Station, as the entire MuseumsMeileMitte is just a few minutes’ walk from here. Other key public transport stops in the vicinity include the Natural History Museum, Invalidenpark and the Central Station. Alternatively, you can travel by car, though you should use one of the public car parks (e.g. directly at Berlin Central Station), as on-street parking is very limited.

The best way to reach the MuseumsMeileMitte is via Berlin Central Station. In addition to long-distance trains, a large number of regional trains and S-Bahn lines stop here. There are also connections to the U5 underground line, the M5, M8 and M10 tram lines, and numerous bus routes.

Yes. On our MuseumsMeileMitte website, there is an interactive map available via the Map. It shows the museums and other cultural institutions, places to eat and drink, highlights and points of interest in the neighbourhood, as well as the main public transport links.

Yes, and it is actually recommended. The MuseumsMeileMitte is designed as a cohesive urban space and is best discovered on foot. Between the museums lie squares, paths, waterfronts and historic and newly developed sites that make a visit interesting even outside of the exhibitions. As part of our city walk, we also offer a free guided tour of the neighbourhood once a month.

The MuseumsMeileMitte is not a single enclosed site, but an open urban space. The museums each have their own opening hours. On the “Museums” page, you will also find information on opening hours for each museum.

You do not need a ticket for the MuseumsMeileMitte urban space.

Tickets are only required for individual museums, exhibitions, guided tours or events. Some activities are free of charge, others require a fee. Please check the website of the respective museum for details.

No, there is no single ticket. You can find information on ticket prices on the websites of the respective museums. However, joint open days, such as the annual summer neighbourhood festival or the Lange Nacht der Museen (Long Night of Museums), are an exception, as a single ticket is available for all participating museums in Berlin.

Another alternative is the Museum Pass Berlin, which allows you to visit over 30 museums in Berlin. This also includes the museums on the MuseumsMeileMitte.

The MuseumsMeileMitte is suitable for Berliners, visitors to Berlin, families, school groups, culture enthusiasts, science enthusiasts and anyone who wants to combine art, knowledge, future-oriented topics and city history.

An hour is sufficient for a stroll along the MuseumsMeileMitte. If you wish to visit one or more museums, you should allow more time depending on your interests.

If you’re short on time, we recommend a stroll between the Hauptbahnhof, Futurium, Humboldthafen, Invalidenpark and one of the museums. If you wish to visit a specific museum, you should check opening times, tickets and current exhibitions in advance.

In our calendar, you will find an overview of all current exhibitions and offerings at the museums of the MuseumsMeileMitte, as well as joint events such as the annual neighbourhood festival. You can then find further information on the respective museum’s website.

The Neighbourhood Festival is an annual joint event held in the summer by MuseumsMeileMitte. The museums and partners in the neighbourhood open their doors with exhibitions, talks, music, guided tours, interventions and activities for children and families. During the Neighbourhood Festival, admission to exhibitions in all MuseumsMeileMitte museums is free.

Yes, there are actually a large number of additional activities. These include special events, such as the Neighbourhood Festival or the Lange Nacht der Museen (Long Night of Museums), as well as numerous guided tours and celebrations in the museums. Another special attraction is the city walk through the MuseumsMeileMitte. You can find a clear summary of all the activities for your chosen day of visit in our calendar.

Yes. Around the MuseumsMeileMitte, there are numerous dining options ranging from small cafés to beer gardens and bistros, right through to fine-dining restaurants. In addition, numerous hotels of all categories and many shops have established themselves here. You’ll find a selection of restaurants and cafés on our map that are well worth discovering.

The MuseumsMeileMitte comprises not only the museums but also public paths, squares, parks, restaurants and much more. Accessibility may therefore vary depending on the location. All the museums offer accessible entry – although in some buildings not all areas are yet fully accessible. For comprehensive information on accessibility (mobility, hearing, sight, understanding), we recommend checking the accessibility information for the respective museum in advance.

Yes, in general, the MuseumsMeileMitte is also suitable for visits with pushchairs. As entrances, paths and exhibitions may vary depending on the museum, it is worth checking the information provided by the respective museum in advance.

Yes. The participating museums regularly offer exhibitions, workshops, guided tours or programmes that are also of interest to children and families. There are activities for different age groups, particularly at events such as the neighbourhood festival.

Dogs are generally permitted in public spaces. However, the house rules of the respective museums apply. Assistance dogs are usually permitted. Please check the information provided by the respective museum before your visit.