Museum Island

The northern part of the island Shpreeinzel, which is located in the Mitte district, Berlin, called Museum Island. The first museum was opened here in 1830 thanks to the efforts of King Frederick William III. And the idea to place on the island all the important cultural sites of the city belonged to his father - Frederick William II. Now it is a veritable treasure trove of Berlin. A relatively small area centered just five historical museums that are keen interest for art lovers and are under the protection of UNESCO.
However, authentic buildings museums almost did not survive. Island was severely damaged during the bombing. According to experts, museums lay in ruins, and some of their priceless collection was moved from Germany. But today a museum fully restored and unique artifacts returned to their rooms.
The first, in 1830, built the Old Museum. It had been brought to him all the works of art that had been stored at that time in the city. In 25 years, the museum's collection has grown so much that no longer fits in the exhibition halls. Therefore, in 1855 on the island there was one building that was called the New Museum, the most famous of his exhibit is the bust of Nefertiti.
In the next 50 years on the island there were two museum. In 1876 he opened the Old National Gallery, and after it - Bode Museum. But first the museum was named in honor of the Emperor Frederick, and in 1959 he was given the name of the brilliant art historian Wilhelm von Bode. Last on the island was built Pergamon Museum.
Doors of museums are open every day from 10.00 to 18.00. Tickets cost 8 euros, but you can buy a single pass to all objects of the island for 14 euros, which operates all day. For budget travelers a special offer: every Thursday from 18.00 to 22.00 free entrance to museums, except Pergamum.
Get on the Museum Island can Monbizhu the footbridge that will lead directly to the magnificent building Bode Museum. From here to the rest of the cultural complex at hand. In addition, you can reach the island by bus number 100 and 200, the stop is called "Lustgarten", as well as the subway lines S5, S7, S9 to station "Hackescher Markt". However, the island itself will have to walk, the traffic here is very limited.