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Reichstag Building (Reichstagsgebäude)
Best time to visit
Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid peak tour bus crowds and get softer light for photos; weekdays are quieter than weekends.
Budget tips
Dome entry is free but requires advance online registration and ID at security, passes like the Berlin WelcomeCard do not cover it; avoid paying third-party vendors for basic access by booking via the Bundestag website.
Recommended for
History buffs, Architecture lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Civic-minded travelers
Plan your visit
45-75 min
About
حقائق سريعة: Visitors pause under the soaring glass dome to watch sunlight spiral down a mirrored cone, creating a theatrical shaft of light that frames the parliamentary floor below. Climbing the curved ramp delivers sudden skyline views, and the dome channels rainwater and natural ventilation to reduce energy use, an elegant marriage of modern sustainability and historical grandeur.
النقاط البارزة: Climb the spiraling glass dome designed by Norman Foster, completed in 1999, and you reach a 360-degree walkway where a mirrored cone funnels sunlight straight down into the debating chamber, so you can watch shadows and reflections trace the MPs below. On a quiet morning you can hear the muffled cadence of speeches through the glass and spot weathered Cyrillic graffiti and soot marks from Soviet soldiers in 1945, small human scars that make the place feel like a living history book.
Insider tips
- Book your dome visit on the Bundestag website at least 3-4 days ahead, longer in summer and around public holidays.
- Arrive at least 20 minutes early for security screening and have a passport or national ID ready, large bags may be restricted.
- Wear comfortable shoes for the 360-degree spiraling ramp and a light layer, rooftop areas can be windy.
- Skip paid vendor tours outside; the official free audio guide and rooftop view deliver the core experience.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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