Art & Design Trip to Berlin

About this trip

Your art tour to Berlin will enable your students to experience the powerful art and architecture that the city has to offer. From the iconic form of the Brandenburg Gate to the impressive art of the Bauhaus Museum, this tour is sure to enrich, inspire and extend your students’ understanding.

Sample Itinerary

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Arrival day

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Hamburger Bahnhof
Alte Nationalgalerie
Illuseum
TV Tower + Bodyworlds Museum

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Street Art Tour
Berlinische Galerie
Neue Nationalgalerie

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East Side Gallery
Travel home

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Excursion Ideas

The Reichstag Find out more

The Reichstag

Subject Range: Art & Design, History

What you’ll experience: The Reichstag is the most famous landmark in Berlin and seat of the German Parliament. Between 1994 and 1999 it was redesigned and expanded by the British architect Sir Norman Foster as a modern Parliament building while retaining its historical dimensions. Guided tours suitable for children are available on request. The glass dome has spectacular views of the parliamentary district and Berlin’s sights.

Select Says: The dome and the roof terrace are only open for registered visitors (minimum 2 days in advance).

Hamburger Bahnhof Museum Find out more

Hamburger Bahnhof Museum

Subject Range: Art & Design

What you’ll experience: This former railway station building houses one of the world’s most successful exhibition spaces for contemporary art. Work is exhibited by major figures and movements in art since 1960 such as Andy Warhol, Joseph Beuys, Keith Haring as well as many others. Find out more about the Hamburger Bahnhof Museum.

Select Says: Despite the spaciousness of its premises, it is not actually possible for the museum to show all its work at once. The collection’s wealth of objects is displayed in rotating thematic exhibitions so even if you have been before it is worth a return visit.

Berlinische Gallerie Find out more

Berlinische Gallerie

Subject Range: Art & Design

What you’ll experience: This is one of the newest museums in the German capital and collects art from Berlin dating from 1870 to the present day, both with a local and international focus. Its collections include Dada Berlin, the Neue Sachlichkeit (New Objectivity), the Eastern European avant-garde and the art of the divided and reunified city of Berlin. Find out more about the Berlinische Gallery including upcoming exhibitions.

Select Says: On the way to the gallery, along and around Alte Jakobstrasse, there are a variety of outdoor sculptures and free-standing pieces to view.

Jewish Museum Find out more

Jewish Museum

Subject Range: Art & Design, History

What you’ll experience: Permanent exhibitions at the museum are dedicated to the history and life of German Jews. A variety of artefacts from both past and more recent history can be viewed, and students will get a sense of how Jews in Germany have reacted to their history through art. In addition the interior features a windowless Holocaust Tower. It is possible for school groups to take themed tours.

Select Says: Outside there is a Garden of Exile, designed to reflect the isolation and disorientation of life in exile. Find out lots more about the Jewish Museum here.

East Side Gallery Find out more

East Side Gallery

Subject Range: Art & Design

What you’ll experience: This is a public space and is a conserved graffiti project by 118 artists covering 0.8-mile of the Berlin Wall. Created in 1990 in celebration of the Wall’s collapse, the Gallery features works by an international group of artists who expressed their reactions to the November 9, 1989 event in paintings along a section of the Wall.

Select Says: Restoration works in 2009 renewed much of the Gallery for the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Berlin Wall.

Zeiss Planetarium Find out more

Zeiss Planetarium

Subject Range: Art & Design, STEM, Cultural

What you’ll experience: The Fernsehturm is 368 metres high and the tallest structure in Germany. From the visitor platform you can look out over the entire city and see sites such as the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate and the Olympic Stadium. Add a virtual reality experience to your visit with the new Odyssey Berlin – chose from the history of Berlin or the history /construction of the TV tower.

Bauhaus Archive Museum Find out more

Bauhaus Archive Museum

Subject Range: Art & Design

What you’ll experience: The collection documents the history of Bauhaus in art, architecture and design and includes the works of artists such as Klee, Kandinsky and Schlemmer. The collection includes teaching materials, workshop models, architectural plans, photographs, documents and a library.

Select Says: As well as the permanent exhibition there are usually four special exhibitions each year which you can find out about on the Bauhaus Museum website .

Neue Nationalgalerie Find out more

Neue Nationalgalerie

Subject Range: Art & Design

What you’ll experience: Created during the Cold War in 1968 when Berlin was divided as the main art galleries were all on the east side, this gallery focuses on 20th Century art. It has undergone a recent refurbishment and the space allows for large scale pieces to be displayed.

Alte Nationalgalerie Find out more

Alte Nationalgalerie

Subject Range: Art & Design

What you’ll experience: On Museum Island, close to the centre of East Berlin, this gallery houses one of the largest collections of 19th century sculptures and paintings in Germany. This is the original gallery, set up by the Kaiser in his back garden and now linked to 6 other museums.

Bodyworlds Museum Berlin Find out more

Bodyworlds Museum Berlin

Subject Range: Art & Design, STEM

What you’ll experience: Learn about the highly complex structures of the human body – a fascinating look under the skin. The world’s first human 3D fascia plastinate allows true insight into what makes us human. Information: Be aware, this exhibition may not suit some children who might find certain elements disturbing.

Illuseum Berlin Find out more

Illuseum Berlin

Subject Range: Art & Design, Cultural, STEM

What you’ll experience: Interactive, entertaining museum on optical illusions. Experience the vortex tunnel, a kaleidoscope and other mind mending tricks. Combine with a magic show or brain training session!

Street Art and Graffiti Tour Find out more

Street Art and Graffiti Tour

Subject Range: Art & Design, Cultural

What you’ll experience: Let a guide take you through the Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg regions of Berlin, marvelling at the contemporary street art of this lively city. Tours last about 2 hours and take in the famous East Side Gallery Wall (Berlin Wall).

Accommodation Options

A&O Berlin Mitte Find out more

A&O Berlin Mitte

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Capacity: 1600

Location: Berlin

What you’ll experience: Located centrally in the Mitte district of Berlin, a great base from which to discover the city! Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities. Facilities: Buffet breakfast, lounge area, Internet access, games room.

A&O Friedrichshain Find out more

A&O Friedrichshain

Our Rating:

Capacity: 851

Location: Berlin

What you’ll experience: Situated in Friedrichshain on the edge of the city centre, and close to public transport links. Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities. Facilities: Buffet breakfast, lounge area, Internet access, games room.

A&O Hauptbahnhof Find out more

A&O Hauptbahnhof

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What you’ll experience: This hotel is a 5-minute walk from Munich Main Station. It offers rooms with a private bathroom, a 24-hour reception and free WiFi in all rooms and public areas. The hotel’s luggage storage room and safe are available at no extra cost. Guests can enjoy satellite TV broadcasting various sport channels in the lobby and bar. Rooms: Facilities:

Acama Kreuzberg Youth Hotel Find out more

Acama Kreuzberg Youth Hotel

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Our Rating:

Capacity: 599

Location: Berlin

What you’ll experience: Located in the popular Kreuzberg District, this youth hotel is 4km from both Alexanderplatz central square and the Berlin Zoological Garden. Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities. Facilities: Restaurant, communal areas, 24 hour reception, Wi-Fi.

aletto Hotel Kudamm Find out more

aletto Hotel Kudamm

Our Rating:

Capacity: 850

Location: Berlin

What you’ll experience: Located a 2 minute walk from Berlin Zoological Garden, and 4km from the Brandenburg Gate. This contemporary hotel has great facilities and is well recommended. Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities and Wi-Fi. Facilities: Restaurant, communal areas, rooftop terrace, 24 hour reception.

Hotel Transit Loft Find out more

Hotel Transit Loft

Our Rating:

Capacity: 313

Location: Prenzlauer Berg, Berlin

What you’ll experience: The Transit Loft is a modern hotel situated in a converted old factory building in the Prenzlauer Berg area of Berlin, just a few minutes away from Alexanderplatz, Hackescher Markt, the Museums Island and Kollwitzplatz. This hotel offers bright, friendly and functionally furnished accommodation for your school trip to Berlin. Rooms: Multi-bedded with en-suite bathrooms. Facilities: Buffet breakfast, Wi-Fi, 24 hour reception.

Meininger Alexanderplatz Find out more

Meininger Alexanderplatz

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Location: Berlin

What you’ll experience: Situated in Berlin and with Alexanderplatz reachable within 1.5 km, MEININGER Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 2.5 km from Berlin Cathedral, 2.8 km from German Historical Museum and 2.8 km from Neues Museum. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. Rooms: At the hotel, rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Facilities:

Meininger East Side Gallery Find out more

Meininger East Side Gallery

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Location: Berlin

What you’ll experience: Situated in Berlin, 700 metres from East Side Gallery, MEININGER Hotel Berlin East Side Gallery features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.4 km from Alexanderplatz Underground Station. Rooms: All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at MEININGER Hotel Berlin East Side Gallery also feature a city view. At the accommodation the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Facilities:

Meininger Hotel Berlin Mitte Humboldthaus Find out more

Meininger Hotel Berlin Mitte Humboldthaus

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Our Rating:

Capacity: 242

Location: Berlin City Centre

What you’ll experience: This superb and modern accommodation in Berlin Mitte is on the doorstep of the main sightseeing hotspots. Hackescher Markt, the Museum Island, and Brandenburger Tor can all be reached by foot within a few minutes. Rooms: En-suite bathroom, Bed linen & towels, Heating, Toiletries & Lockers Facilities: Free WiFi

Meininger Tiergarten Find out more

Meininger Tiergarten

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Location: Turmstrasse

What you’ll experience: Well located in Berlin, MEININGER Hotel Berlin Tiergarten features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is 1.9 km from Berlin Central Station, 3 km from Natural History Museum and 3.1 km from Zoologischer Garten Underground Station. The property offers a shared kitchen and a round-the-clock reception for guests. Rooms: At MEININGER Hotel Berlin Tiergarten, all rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Facilities:

Steps Hotel Find out more

Steps Hotel

Our Rating:

Capacity: 96

Location: Berlin

What you’ll experience: In a convenient location in the district of Mitte in Berlin, situated in central yet quiet area. A 6 minute walk from Nauener Platz U-Bahn station, 3km from the Berlin Wall memorial and 5km from the Brandenburg Gate. Rooms: Mixture of shared facilities and en-suite. Facilities: Restaurant, free Wi-Fi, 24 hour reception, outdoor terrace area.