Kulturforum, Berlin

Name: Kulturforum
Address: Berlin, Germany

#496 among attractions in Berlin

Museum, Museum district

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The Kulturforum is a collection of cultural buildings in Berlin. It was built up in the 1950s and 1960s at the edge of West Berlin, after most of the once unified city's cultural assets had been lost behind the Berlin Wall. The Kulturforum is characterized by its innovative modernist architecture; several buildings are distinguished by the organic designs of Hans Scharoun, and the Neue Nationalgalerie was designed by Mies van der Rohe. Today, the Kulturforum lies immediately to the west of the redeveloped commercial node of Potsdamer Platz. ()

Local name: Kulturforum Berlin Coordinates: 52°30'30"N, 13°22'4"E

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Mitte (Tiergarten)Berlin Germany

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Kulturforum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Potsdamer Platz, Neue Nationalgalerie, Museum of Film and Television Berlin, Kunstgewerbemuseum.

0.4 miE
Square at the heart of city's history
Potsdamer Platz, Berlin
10 min walk • Potsdamer Platz, the vibrant heart of Berlin, is a testament to the city's dynamic evolution and its resilience. Once a bustling hub in the early 20th century, it was left desolate after World War II and further divided by the Berlin Wall.
~480 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin
3 min walk • The Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural landscape and its dedication to the preservation and exhibition of modern art. This striking museum, designed by the renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, was inaugurated in...
~1350 ftE
Museum
Museum of Film and Television Berlin, Berlin
7 min walk • Nestled in the cultural heart of Berlin, the Museum of Film and Television Berlin offers a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Germany's cinematic and broadcasting heritage. As a beacon for film enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this museum provides a comprehensive...
~560 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Kunstgewerbemuseum, Berlin
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Kunstgewerbemuseum, or the Museum of Decorative Arts, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of decorative art in Germany. This museum, located on the Kulturforum close to Potsdamer Platz, is a treasure trove for...
~700 ftW
Fine-art museum with notable collection
Gemäldegalerie, Berlin
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Gemäldegalerie stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of European painting. This esteemed museum, which houses an impressive collection of artworks spanning the 13th to the 18th centuries, is a magnet for art enthusiasts...
~1010 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Berlin Musical Instrument Museum, Berlin
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Berlin Musical Instrument Museum strikes a harmonious chord with both music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This esteemed institution is part of the State Institute for Music Research and resides within the culture-rich...
~750 ftNE
Berlin Philharmonic's modernist home
Philharmonie, Berlin
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin's vibrant cultural landscape, the Philharmonie stands as a beacon of musical excellence and architectural innovation. This iconic concert hall, with its distinctive tent-like structure and bright yellow facade, has cemented its place as...
~1060 ftNE
52°30'35"N • 13°22'19"E
Legoland Discovery Centre, Berlin
6 min walk • Amusement park, Theme park, Entertainment
~1440 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Potsdamer Platz Arkaden, Berlin
7 min walk • The Potsdamer Platz Arkaden shopping center is part of the Potsdamer Platz neighborhood in Berlin's Mitte district.
~1100 ftW
Museum, History museum, Memorial site
Memorial to the German Resistance, Berlin
6 min walk • The German Resistance Memorial Center is a memorial and museum in Berlin, capital of Germany.
~1220 ftNE
Vast contemporary entertainment complex
Sony Center, Berlin
6 min walk • The Sony Center is a Sony-sponsored complex of eight buildings located at the Potsdamer Platz in Berlin, Germany designed by Helmut Jahn. It opened in 2000 and houses Sony's German headquarters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kulturforum?

Nearby attractions include Kunstbibliothek, Berlin (1 min walk), Kupferstichkabinett, Berlin (2 min walk), Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin (3 min walk), Kunstgewerbemuseum, Berlin (3 min walk).

How to get to Kulturforum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kulturforum:

Train

Berlin Potsdamer Platz (9 min walk)
U Möckernbrücke (23 min walk)

Metro

U Mendelssohn-Bartholdy-Park • Lines: U2 (12 min walk)
U Potsdamer Platz • Lines: U2 (12 min walk)

Tram

Lüneburger Straße • Lines: M10, M5, M8 (27 min walk)
Lesser-Ury-Weg • Lines: M10, M5, M8 (29 min walk)