German Spy Museum, Berlin
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German Spy Museum - by Management
Description
The German Spy Museum offers visitors a walk through espionnage techniques from antiquity up to modern days with a specific focus on WW2 and the Cold War eras. There are over 1000 exhibits (e.g. bugged shoes and an enigma machine) and some interactive activities such as the use of a bug detector and a laser maze.
Access & Transport
The museum is located in Berlin, just off Leipziger Platz and next to Potsdamer Platz. The most convenient way to get there is by train to either Potsdamer Platz station (U2) or Berlin Potsdamer Platz Bahnhof (S1, S2, S25, S26). There are also bus services along Leipziger Str. / Potsdamer Platz
Instructions & Recommendations
We suggest combining this activity with a visit of Potsdamer Platz and/or the Topography of Terror Museum. Checkpoint Charlie and the Tiergarten Park are also a short walking distance away (but in opposite directions).
Environmental & Social
No environmental related data - marginally negative on account of electricity consumption (lighting / heating). Socially neutral
Conclusion
The German Spy Museum is a great option for families, especially on a rainy day. The collection of items is large and should keep adults and kids busy for 1.5 to 2hrs and there are some fun interactive exhibits - although some waiting time might be required. We also think that Berlin is the perfect fit for such a museum considering it was a major Cold War East/West spying ground.
Key positive
Original museum with comprehensive exhibits
Some fun interactive activities
Key negative
Can be crowded with families
Lagging a bit behind with respect to cyber espionnage (understandable as it is much less visual)
Suitability
All ages are welcome, but we think it is best for children aged 8 and above. Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility except for a couple of interactive activities (incl. the laser maze)
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:1h 45m
Monday10:00 - 20:00
Tuesday10:00 - 20:00
Wednesday10:00 - 20:00
Thursday10:00 - 20:00
Friday10:00 - 20:00
Saturday10:00 - 20:00
Sunday10:00 - 20:00