Topography of Terror is a museum and documentation center in Berlin, Germany, located on the site of the former headquarters of the Gestapo and the SS. It is dedicated to the documentation of the atrocities committed by the Nazis in Germany during the Second World War. The museum was opened in 2010 and has become a popular tourist attraction in Berlin. The ticket price for the museum is 8€ for adults and 4€ for students and seniors.
History
The Topography of Terror was founded in 1987, on the site of the former Gestapo and SS headquarters. The building was destroyed in 1945 during World War II, and the site was used as a car park until 1987. The museum was opened in 2010 and is dedicated to the documentation of the atrocities committed by the Nazis in Germany during the Second World War. The museum is a place of remembrance and learning, and is a popular tourist attraction in Berlin.
Exhibitions
The museum offers several exhibitions, which are open to the public. The main exhibition is the “Topography of Terror”, which is a permanent exhibition about the Gestapo and SS headquarters and its role in Nazi terror. The exhibition includes documents, photographs, and other artifacts related to the period. The museum also offers temporary exhibitions about different aspects of Nazi terror, such as the Holocaust and the persecution of Jews. Additionally, the museum also hosts a variety of lectures, seminars, and other events related to the history of the period.
Ticket Prices
The ticket price for the Topography of Terror is 8€ for adults and 4€ for students and seniors. The museum also offers group discounts for groups of 10 or more people. Additionally, there are discounts available for school groups, and the museum offers free admission for children under the age of 18. The museum also offers free guided tours, which are available in English, German, and French.
Opening Hours
The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to 6pm. On Mondays, the museum is closed. The museum is open on public holidays, except for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Location
The Topography of Terror is located at Niederkirchnerstraße 8, 10963 Berlin, Germany. It is easily accessible by public transport, with several bus and train lines stopping nearby. Additionally, the museum is a short walk from the Brandenburg Gate and the Potsdamer Platz.