Neues Museum
What you see today is the restoration of a beautiful piece of art that was shattered during the Second World War. Situated to the north of the Old Museum, the New Museum, whose plans were drafted by Friedrich August Stuler, was built between the years 1843 and 1855. It was initially opened for public view in the year 1859. David Chipperfield, the famous English architect, was roped in for the restoration work of the same. Thrown open for visitors on October 2009, the New Museum provides viewers a rare glimpse into ancient history. Even though the building was ravaged during the war, most of its exhibits survived the bombing and they are put up for view now. Read more
Deutsches Historisches Museum
Situated in the Zeughaus, the German Historical Museum was founded in the year 1987 by Eberhard Dipgen, the mayor of Berlin and Helmut Kohl, the Chancellor of Germany. It was founded to celebrate the 750th anniversary of the founding ofBerlin city. In the year 2004, an extension, designed by I.M. Pai, was added to this museum. The huge numbers of images and testimonials that depict German history from two millenniumwill enthrall tourists. Different types of exhibitions take place in this museum and tourists are recommended to get in touch with the museum authorities for more information. Read more
Altes Museum
This is place to visit if you are interested to view lots of vases and statues from the Roman and Greek era. Constructed between 1823 and 1830, the Altes Museum is famous with tourists because of its huge collection of antique artifacts. Karl Friedrich Schinkel built this neoclassical style structure for displaying the art collection of the Prussian royal family. The Altes Museum has been designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 1999. Read more