The DDR Museum sits in Berlin, Germany, at Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 1, 10178. It is an interactive museum devoted to daily life in East Germany, also known as the East German Museum. Rather than presenting the German Democratic Republic only through documents and display cases, it invites visitors to take part in it.
What to expect
- Authentic GDR-era apartments, furnished to show how people lived at home.
- A Trabant simulator, where you can sit behind the wheel of the small East German car and try driving it yourself.
- Hands-on exhibits that encourage you to touch, open and explore rather than simply look.
The visit suits anyone curious about everyday life behind the Wall, whether you grew up with the GDR's history or are learning about it for the first time. Because so much of the museum is interactive, it works well for families and for travellers who prefer doing to reading.
Planning your visit
The museum is on Karl-Liebknecht-Str., in the centre of Berlin, so it can be combined easily with other city sights. If you have questions before you go, the museum can be reached by telephone at +49 30 847123731.
