Top Berlin Arts & Design

Explore Berlin differently—and see more in less time—on this alternative street art group tour. Ditch the typical sights for a few engaging hours with a local guide, uncovering hidden spots you'd likely miss—from standout street art to the poignant treehouse along the Berlin Wall. As you stroll, hear stories that bring the city's history to life, with plenty of chances to ask questions along the way.

Experience Europe’s only Samurai Museum in the heart of Berlin. Nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award 2026 (EMYA). Immerse yourself in 1,000 years of Japanese history. Encounter authentic Samurai armour, exquisite katana, helmets and masks. Interactive installations, holograms and 3D models bring the world of the Samurai to life. Follow Kitsune, the digital fox. Catch mysterious Yokai in an interactive game. Enter the secretive world of the Ninja. Visit an original Japanese tea house and learn about the traditional tea ceremony. Marvel at Noh theatre and Taiko drummers on an original Japanese stage. Discover the art of Japanese swordsmithing. And find out why the Samurai continue to inspire anime, films, games and pop culture around the world. Not history: Legends!

Dive into a world where imagination flips gravity at The Upside Down. Experience Berlin through a bold, playful lens as you explore 25+ immersive themed rooms blending culture, history, and art into one unforgettable adventure. Expect mind bending optical illusions, upside down designs, and interactive exhibits that bring Berlin’s spirit to life, surprises guaranteed. Here, you’re not just watching, you’re creating. Belt it out in the Bowie karaoke studio, dance like nobody’s watching at the silent glitter disco, dress up in Berlin extravaganza and strike a pose on the catwalk. Locals, visitors, shy dancers, bold singers, everyone belongs. Wrap it up at The Upside Down Hangout and Karaoke: cozy, colorful, and perfect for chilling with friends or sparking new ideas. Refuel with crave worthy bites, your famous freak shake and vibrant, tasty cocktails. Warning: leaving inspired is very likely.

If you're looking for a different plan in the center of Berlin, IKONO is definitely your place. An exciting and unforgettable experience of approximately 1 hour with more than 14 rooms, each one inviting you to fully enjoy a shared journey, so bring your imagination and your loved ones. Immerse yourself in an ocean of creativity where you are the artist shaping each experience. Awaken your senses with unexpected spaces that will surprise you. Take away experiences to share and the satisfaction of having discovered a destination as unique as you are.

Madame Tussauds Berlin offers a fun way to explore pop culture and history without the crowds and constraints of a guided tour. Step inside this world-famous wax museum to see lifelike figures of Hollywood celebrities, sports icons, and famous historical personalities. With general admission, you’re free to move at your own pace, pose for photos, and spend as much time as you like with your favorite stars.

Alter your perspective, and get some fun photos along the way, with this entrance ticket to Illuseum Berlin, a museum full of mind-bending optical illusions. Your ticket grants you access to the entire museum, where you can find a vortex tunnel, holograms, cool selfie spots, 3D puzzles, and much more. Don’t forget to bring your camera, there are plenty of fun photo opportunities!

Experience 600 years of Berlin history come to life with a visit to the Berlin Dungeon, which guarantees eerie entertainment. Learn about Berlin's traitors, witches, serial killers, and much more by way of costumed actors and exciting rides. Prepaid admission tickets are a stress-free way to ensure that you make it to your show on time. Choose from various options, including saver tickets, midweek specials, and a digital photo pass.

Introduce yourself to the city's most engaging graffiti and murals on this private tour in Berlin. Find out how street art can tell you all the stories of Berlin’s politics, past, and cutting-edge culture. Take a chance to visit alternative districts to admire these colorful creations and unlock their symbolism with a guide. This tour through the heart of German art loads up your travel palette in living color. See the weird and wonderful side of Berlin. Learn everything about Berlin's artistic culture and conflicts through its vibrant street art Understand the meaning behind large-scale murals and intentional graffiti Great way to explore German neighborhoods off the typical tourist path Private guide for a more all-around viewing experience See new and famous examples of Berlin street art

Avoid missing out on valuable information about Berlin’s past and present on this half-day guided walking tour through the city's Mitte district. Visit landmarks from the city’s Prussian, Imperial, Nazi, Cold War, and modern eras, offering insight into the evolution of this fascinating German capital. Stroll along the iconic Berlin Wall and follow Unter den Linden to the Brandenburg Gate. Then check out the rebuilt Reichstag and the Holocaust Memorial and hear the amazing stories of Cold War Berlin at Checkpoint Charlie.

Learn about the dramatic final days of World War II in Berlin during this half-day walking tour. Visit some of Berlin's most important historical sites with your guide as they recount the events that culminated in the German surrender. View the site of Hitler's bunker and learn about daily life for residents during the war, particularly those who opposed the Third Reich.

Immerse yourself in the intriguing world of espionage at the German Spy Museum in Berlin. This admission ticket offers a unique opportunity to explore the evolution of spying from ancient times through the digital age. With two exhibition floors filled with historical artifacts, multimedia displays, and interactive challenges, discover the secrets of espionage, learn about encryption techniques like Julius Caesar's cipher, and test your skills in activities such as the laser maze. Engage with the fascinating history of intelligence operations, including the Cold War, at your own pace, making for an enlightening visit.

Get an insider’s look at Berlin, the capital and cultural centerpiece of Germany, on this guided walking tour. Visit some of Berlin’s most popular attractions — like the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and Checkpoint Charlie — as well as a few lesser-known locations that many group sightseeing tours miss. Learn about the history of Berlin, from the time of the Prussian royal family to its role as capital of the Nazi Third Reich, to the divided city of the Cold War, to the modern-day capital of a unified Germany.

Discover Berlin as the frontier of the Cold War on this guided historical walking tour. After World War II, Berlin changed from the capital city of Nazi Germany into the pivotal city in a struggle to control war-torn Europe. Retrace the trail of the “death strip” and the Berlin Wall. Visit some of Berlin’s most popular Cold War attractions, like the Berlin Wall Memorial, underground "ghost stations," and more. Learn about the history of Berlin, from its founding to this divided city of the Cold War.

Go in search of Berlin’s best street art with a tour that puts the spotlight on the city’s off-the-grid enclaves. With an urban art-loving local guide, you’ll find vibrant murals, illegal graffiti, and quirky artistic sights that many visitors miss. Hear some of the meanings and theories behind the art as you explore, and learn about Berlin’s burgeoning street art scene.

Say goodbye subway and hello 360-degree views when you book this hop-on, hop-off ticket on a classic open-top bus. Two great routes, with live guides or recorded commentary, allow you to cover Berlin’s main attractions with ease. Select from various packages, including a 24-hour ticket or a 48-hour package with a guided walking tour, an audio guided evening tour, and a taste of local street food—Berlin's famous "currywurst."

The modern architecture of Berlin was created in different stages and with different focuses. Therefore, this city tour is very varied. This 2-hour private tour takes you to Potsdamer Platz, Pariser Platz, and the government district.

- Discover Berlin from a new perspective during anual city wide light art show - Take unique pictures at the 2-3 photo stops - Tour the city in two and a half hours - Live guide in German and English Experience Berlin in a whole new light as the city comes alive with dazzling illuminations during our spectacular light art tour! Take a night-time drive throughBerlin and admire landmarks, historic sites and much more, illuminated by spectacular lights and video projections. Climb aboard the comfortable bus to see the most amazing illuminated spots during this 2,5- hour tour. Capture unforgettable photos and videos throughout the evening. The tour also includes 2–3 special photo stops, giving you the chance to step off the bus and pose with the artwork. Meet your tour guide at the Rotes Rathaus/Neptunbrunnen bus stop and board the bus to learn about Berlin and its sights from your guide in English and German. You will be dropped off at the same location where the experience began.

The design panoptica is a unique museum that challenges the boundaries of fantasy and logic. Fascinating installations of industrial objects await you here, inviting you to explore the mysteries of creative design. Each exhibit tells its own story and stimulates your imagination. Immerse yourself in a world where art and industry merge in a distinctive way and discover the secrets behind each creative work.

Since the 1960s, Berliners have been painting the surfaces of the German capital with eclectic and inspiring street art. Follow your guide through the city's hidden corners to discover the freshest and finest urban works and find out who's who in the art world. Learn about the art that covers the western side of the Berlin Wall, see works from German and international artists, and take a tour with a special twist during your time in Berlin.

Trabi Museum Berlin, next to Checkpoint Charlie, traces the history of the former GDR's Volkswagen through vehicles built for everyday life, camping, military use, and racing. See development stages, rare models including a Trabant P70 with a wooden undercarriage, watch a short film, and try an original driving-school simulator.

Discover Sachsenhausen, one of the first concentration camps established by Nazi Germany’s Third Reich, on this guided trip from Berlin by train—eliminating the need for a rental car. Listen as an expert historian details in English the facts surrounding the camp’s creation, as well as a timeline of the atrocities that took place there. Today, the site serves as a national memorial to the prisoners who lived and died here, and on your visit, explore the various locations inside the camp, like the command headquarters and execution trench, and learn about Germany during the rule of the Third Reich.

Exciting, multimedia and emotional. The true story of the wall. A must for anyone who wants to grasp one of the most dramatic historical events in German history. The audiovisual exhibition spans a dramatic arc from the German division and the construction of the Berlin Wall over the Cold War and the fate of the victims of the Wall, to the historic events that caused the fall of the Berlin Wall. On more than 100 screens with original film recordings from the period from 1945 to 1990 - the most beautiful day of the Germans - the reunification! The exhibition deals with the post-war period, the temporary division of Germany by the victorious powers and the concomitant hardening of the relations between East and West, which finally brought the founding of the FRG and the GDR, as well as the first establishment of a wall around West Berlin.

Swap walking tours for a more relaxing and atmospheric way to see the sights of Berlin—an evening yacht trip. Glide along the River Spree as the city shifts into darkness, revealing illuminated landmarks and standout photo opportunities. You can also enjoy the perk of having a glass of sparkling wine included—the perfect way to toast your time in Berlin.