KW Institute for Contemporary Art, Berlin

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The KW Institute for Contemporary Art is a contemporary art institution located in Auguststraße 69 in Berlin-Mitte, Germany. Klaus Biesenbach was the founding director of KW; the current director is Krist Gruijthuijsen. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°31'38"N, 13°23'41"E

Address

Auguststraße 69MitteBerlin 10117 Germany

Contact

+49 30 2434590

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KW Institute for Contemporary Art – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pergamon Museum, Bode Museum, Alte Nationalgalerie, Museum Island.

0.4 miS
Antiquities and ancient art collections
Pergamon Museum, Berlin
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~1970 ftS
Sculpture and Byzantine art collections
Bode Museum, Berlin
10 min walk • The Bode Museum, an architectural and cultural treasure, stands gracefully on the northern tip of Museum Island in the heart of Berlin, Germany. This historical museum, known for its stunning Renaissance and Byzantine art collections, is part of the UNESCO World...
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Neoclassical national art collection
Alte Nationalgalerie, Berlin
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, Island, Museum
Museum Island, Berlin
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Germany's capital, Museum Island (Museumsinsel) in Berlin is a cultural treasure trove and a testament to the city's rich history. This unique ensemble, situated on the Spree River, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and consists of five...
~770 ftS
Landmark synagogue with a gilded dome
New Synagogue, Berlin
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~1800 ftE
Nightlife, Dancing
B-flat, Berlin
9 min walk • b-flat is a jazz club in Berlin, Germany.
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Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows
Friedrichstadt-Palast, Berlin
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~1950 ftNE
Museum
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Square, Light rail
Hackescher Markt, Berlin
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Park
Volkspark am Weinberg, Berlin
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~1960 ftSE
Art Nouveau architecture
Hackesche Höfe, Berlin
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is KW Institute for Contemporary Art open?

KW Institute for Contemporary Art is open:

Monday 11 am - 7 pm
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 11 am - 7 pm
Thursday 11 am - 9 pm
Friday 11 am - 7 pm
Saturday 11 am - 7 pm
Sunday 11 am - 7 pm

Which popular attractions are close to KW Institute for Contemporary Art?

Nearby attractions include KW Institute for Contemporary Art, Berlin (1 min walk), me Collectors Room, Berlin (1 min walk), New Synagogue, Berlin (4 min walk), Postfuhramt, Berlin (4 min walk).

How to get to KW Institute for Contemporary Art by public transport?

The nearest stations to KW Institute for Contemporary Art:

Tram

S Oranienburger Straße • Lines: M1, M5 (5 min walk)
Monbijouplatz • Lines: M1, M5 (7 min walk)

Metro

U Oranienburger Tor • Lines: U6 (9 min walk)
U Rosenthaler Platz • Lines: U8 (9 min walk)

Train

Berlin Friedrichstraße (15 min walk)
Berlin Alexanderplatz (21 min walk)

Bus

Alexanderplatz • Lines: 002, 057, 065, 070, 125, 1385, 170, 270, 370, N13, N1385, N232, N44, N70 (23 min walk)