Your Experience at Neues Museum

Delve into Berlin’s Historic Heart

Begin your visit at the iconic Neues Museum, a masterpiece of neoclassical architecture designed by Friedrich August Stüler in the 19th century. Located on Berlin's Museum Island, this landmark guides you through centuries of history and humanity by displaying more than 200,000 remarkable artifacts from across the globe.

Encounter Ancient Civilisations

Start your journey with the Egyptian Museum and Papyrus Collection. Here, you’ll be captivated by some of history's most significant ancient treasures. The world-renowned Bust of Nefertiti takes centre stage, admired for its striking detail and colour. Alongside, the Berlin Green Head is a highlight celebrated for its remarkable artistry in metamorphic stone.

• See ancient papyrus manuscripts revealing tales of pharaohs

• Admire intricate amulets, ceramics and statues from Egyptian dynasties

• Marvel at funeral relics and objects from the Valley of the Kings

Relics from Europe and Beyond

The museum’s Prehistoric and Early History exhibits offer a look at human civilisation across continents. Discover artefacts from Troy, including Priam’s Treasure unearthed by Heinrich Schliemann. Step into the Treasures from the Rhine and The Barbarian Treasure of Neupotz, featuring iron tools, bronze cauldrons and ancient kitchenware from the Rhine. Explore the Stone Age, Bronze Age and Iron Age sections as you meet the Berlin Golden Hat—a ceremonial headdress crafted from gold leaf—and examine the skeleton of an 11-year-old Neanderthal from Le Moustier in France.

Rare Objects and Unexpected Discoveries

The Neues Museum is known not only for its widely acclaimed treasures but also for its rarest artifact: a 700,000-year-old axe head from the Stone Age, predating other famous works. Trace the evolution of technology through prehistoric relics and tools, and see how ancient societies lived, worked and traded.

Artistry on the Walls

Don’t miss the museum’s elaborate 19th-century wall paintings, which vividly illustrate scenes from Nordic mythology and the rich history of Rome’s Germanic northern neighbours. These restored frescoes provide additional insight into the region’s deep cultural roots and connections across Europe.

Plan Your Visit

• All galleries and exhibitions are accessible via lifts and ramps

• Facilities such as cloakrooms and lockers are available for your convenience

• Allow plenty of time for a relaxed and engaging exploration at your own pace

From the extraordinary art and artefacts of ancient civilisations to Berlin’s own historic evolution, Neues Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, archaeology and the stories of humanity.

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