Illuseum Berlin
Interactive museum in Berlin-Mitte combining optical illusions, art and digital experiences with the theme of ocean conservation.
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About the museum
The Illuseum Berlin at Alexanderplatz sees itself as a museum that brings illusions and ocean conservation together. It is run by Verwunderei GmbH. The exhibition combines art from the Berlin scene with perceptual illusions, technology and knowledge, and addresses topics such as plastic pollution, overfishing and climate change.
The installations are meant to be tried out: they play with perspective and reality, invite visitors to take unusual photos and aim to change the way we look at nature, consumption and the future. Explanations of the exhibits are available in German and English via a mobile website.
Besides the tour, the museum offers guided tours, workshops for school classes and groups, holiday programmes, children's birthday parties and the Illulab event space, which can be hired for events. Outside the museum, environmental education programmes in schools and parks run under the name NaturCampus.
Highlights
- Hands-on optical illusions and photo spots
- Combining art, technology and ocean conservation
- Tours and workshops on microplastics, reefs and the deep sea
- Children's birthday parties and holiday programmes
- Illulab event space (70 m²) for hire
- Founded
- 2018
- Operated by
- Verwunderei GmbH
Admission & discounts
| Reduced | –Pupils (14–18), students, trainees, pensioners, severely disabled people (marks B/H) |
|---|---|
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 3 · Children's rate for ages 4 to 14; children under 14 only when accompanied by an adult with a ticket. Toddlers also need a ticket, which is free of charge. |
| Visitors with disabilities | –companion free · Reduced ticket; accompanying person free with marks B/H. |
| Groups | €7 per personBooked school classes pay €7 per pupil; one accompanying adult free per ten pupils, additional accompanying adults €15. |
| Families | –Family tickets as well as rates with the Berliner Familienpass. |
Dynamic pricing depending on day of visit, time and demand; cheaper online than on site, booking early is usually cheaper.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The museum is on one level and is largely accessible; some rooms are small or have slightly sloping floors.
Kids & families
Great for kids & familiesRecommended for ages 6+
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
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| Kids’ admission | free up to age 3 |
- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
- Stroller-friendly
- Baby changing facilities
- Kids’ birthday parties
Recommended from age 6; holiday programme, workshops and Magic Tuesday. Pram parking available.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Alexanderplatz
U2, U5, U8, S3, S5, S7, S9 and tram lines M1, M4, M5 and M6 to Alexanderplatz.
By car
No on-site parking at the museum.
No car park of its own; multi-storey car parks nearby.
The museum is located directly at Alexanderplatz.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Coat check
- Lockers
- Wi-Fi
Food and drink are not permitted in the exhibition.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
Up to 50 guests.
Illulab event space, 70 m², up to 50 guests (30 seated), with sound and projection equipment.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Photography is expressly encouraged. |
| Good to know | Tours in German, English and Spanish, other languages on request. Book workshops for school classes and groups at least 7 days in advance. |
