About the DDR Museum Berlin

The DDR Museum in Berlin provides a fascinating opportunity to step into the everyday life of the former East Germany. Unlike traditional museums, here you can touch, interact with and explore the authentic exhibits that tell the story of the Deutsche Demokratische Republik (DDR).

Step into Daily Life in East Germany

As you enter the DDR Museum you are invited to explore a reconstructed DDR-era flat. Open drawers in the kitchen, check out the contents of a living room cabinet or tune in to vintage programmes on an old TV. Every room is filled with authentic objects from DDR homes, giving visitors an immersive understanding of what family life looked like during those times.

Hands-On Exhibits

One of the most notable aspects of the DDR Museum is its dedication to interactivity. You are not just a spectator – you are encouraged to use, hold and touch original items from East Germany’s history. Activities include sifting through unique artefacts, exploring children’s toys from the era and even listening to stories of daily routines under the DDR regime.

Family Experiences

Families will appreciate the thought put into interactive play areas and child-friendly exhibits. There is a simulated Kindergarten setting where children can experience what school was like in the DDR and parents can share interesting conversations about the differences and similarities between then and now. The DDR Museum offers engaging games throughout, ensuring that people of all ages can participate and learn together.

Unique Attractions: The Trabant & More

Among the museum’s highlights is the opportunity to take a simulated drive in an iconic Trabant P601 car, a beloved symbol of East Germany. The fun doesn’t stop there – take your time exploring the details of the DDR living room, try on typical clothing or experience a recreated interrogation room for an inside look at historical life in the former East German state.

Insight into History

Explore themes such as government surveillance, the Berlin Wall and the role of the Stasi through first-hand accounts and interactive displays. Moving beyond exhibits behind glass, you are invited to participate in history as you uncover stories about daily routines, holidays, education and work life in the DDR.

Practical Visitor Info

The DDR Museum is located in the heart of Berlin and is easily accessible for families and individuals. Most of the displays are barrier-free and accessible for visitors with disabilities. Children under six can enter for free. Service dogs are allowed with proof at the ticket desk and concessions are available for eligible guests.

Why Visit?

This museum is a must-see for visitors interested in Berlin’s recent history, families seeking an educational experience or anyone who enjoys interactive and engaging exhibitions. The DDR Museum invites curiosity, conversation and discovery in a setting unlike any other in the city.

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