East Side Gallery
East Side Gallery
4.5
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This mile-long stretch of the Berlin Wall is one of the largest remaining portions of the former divide between East and West Germany.
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Neighbourhood: Friedrichshain
When you arrive at Warschauer Strasse in the heart of the district, you have found one of Berlin’s party hotspots. At night in Friedrichshain, the energy is palpable and the streets of this old worker's quarter are full of street musicians. On one hand, you may find a bar with international crowds, electronic music, long lines and panoramic views - on the other, an outside venue by old train yards featuring decrepit buildings and live alternative music. No matter your taste, the best way to end a night out in Friedrichshain is sitting by the Spree River at the East side gallery, the longest and best preserved piece of the Berlin Wall, watching the sun rise over the beautiful Oberbaum Bridge.
How to get there
- Schlesisches Tor • 7 min walk
- Warschauer Straße • 9 min walk
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4.5
16,811 reviews
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8,957
Very good
5,409
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Poor
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Lauren
Cambridge, UK85 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
East side gallery is located a fair distance from the main Berlin sites, however I can assure you that you won't be disappointed when you visit here. This was some of the most powerful art pieces that I have been lucky enough to see first-hand. East side gallery is a MUST-VISIT!
Written 2 June 2023
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David B
El Barco de Avila, Spain596 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
With the Hop On Hop Off bus tour we came out to the East Side Gallery to admire the decorated portion of the wall. You will see large scale reflections on politics and war and also some expressions of hope. We also visited the nearby Wall Museum and the Oberbaumbrucke both of which are nearby.
Written 2 June 2023
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DJinNashville
Nashville, TN205 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
The East Side Gallery in Berlin is an iconic and visually striking open-air art gallery that stretches along a remaining section of the Berlin Wall. As soon as we stepped from the train, we quickly realized that we were in the former East Berlin: very different architecture than the more touristy center of Berlin. This outdoor gallery showcases a vibrant collection of murals and graffiti artworks, created by artists from around the world after the fall of the Wall. Each artwork tells a unique story and represents a powerful symbol of unity, freedom, and hope. Walking along the East Side Gallery is a truly immersive and thought-provoking experience, allowing one to reflect on the past while appreciating the creativity and resilience of artists who transformed a symbol of division into a symbol of unity.
Written 28 May 2023
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WorldTravelerSoCal
Milwaukee, WI284 contributions
May 2023
The East Side Gallery was originally Grafiti on walls of the Berlin Wall. Today,there are interesting pop Art paintings on the wall of all kinds. The area of the wall is about 2 blocks long and draw a large amount of tourists. I found the whole experience exhilerating. It never really closes so you can go there anytime. It's on the shore of the Spree River. Make sure you have time for it. Maybe 1 or 2 hours for photos.
Written 23 May 2023
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Anas A
Gothenburg, Sweden700 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
A great historical landmark which divided the city for many years and now serves as a reminder of what wars can cause to people and cities. Unfortunately, some artworks are ruined with graffiti.
Written 18 May 2023
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andrzej j
Poland25 contributions
Mar 2023
Beautiful place to visit in berlin.so much to see.beautiful and amazing pieces of arts.well worth the trip
Written 15 May 2023
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The Sane Adventurer
Charlotte, NC496 contributions
May 2023
This gallery is a bit away from the central touristy area, but I highly recommend the train/bus ride to see it. Iconic images, a feeling of the berlin wall, and nearby park makes the time zoom by. All of it is free so why not take 1 hour out of your day to see some history!
Written 12 May 2023
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Jim
Cardiff, UK28 contributions
Apr 2023
History aside, it's a long wall with cool art on it; it was definitely a long trek and ultimately you have to navigate other tourists wanting to pose for Photos, but that's fine as it's a really interesting part of Berlin.
Written 10 May 2023
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Sue W
Bolton, UK217 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Lovely walk along the wall and then had a beer by the river. Easy walking. Restaurant area nearby although we didn’t visit
Written 27 April 2023
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travellingpixie
Adelaide, Australia356 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
A 2-3km walk from the city centre. Really impressive, glad we made the trip. A wonderful collection of art, would have loved more information.
If you have the time, make the trip.
If you have the time, make the trip.
Written 26 April 2023
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Valérie L
5 contributions
Le mur est il éclairé le soir ?
Taxi en Palamós
Palamos, Spain35 contributions
Está iluminado por la noche
Es espectacular
DMIH M
Larvik, Norway
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Mroozik
Warsaw, Poland4 contributions
Byłam tam w październiku, sam pomysł galerii extra, szkoda tylko ze nie ma wszystkich obrazów które były namalowane w pierwszej wersji. Galeria od ulicy warta polecenia . Druga strona muru niestety nie przyciąga, „ malunki byle jakie mocno za nie dbane” Szkoda bo można by było dać szanse artystom i nie tylko.
Πώς μπορώ να προμηθευτώ εισιτήρια?
AngelosS16
Athens, Greece184 contributions
Καλημέρα. Υπάρχει εκδοτήριο μέσα σε ανοικτό χώρο στο Museum Island για όλα τα μουσεία αλλά και combo εισιτήρια αν ενδιαφέρεσαι να δεις 2 ή 3 μουσεία σε μια μέρα (κάτι που για μένα μπορεί να είναι λίγο κουραστικό).
honeyI’mhome61
Greater Manchester, UK357 contributions
Is it free? Is it an indoor gallery or just the wall with paintings on?
Matthew C
Reigate, UK889 contributions
Is free - just the wall covered in graffiti and pictures spray painted
travelgirl1981
London, England88 contributions
Is this East Side Gallery which appears to be closest to Blankenberg Station different to the East Side Gallery next to Warschauer Station? I'm a bit confused
Barry T
Great Malvern, UK92 contributions
Hi. Go to the Warschauer Station. Come out, turn left & walk down the hill for about 5 minutes. At the road junction at the bottom you will see the start of the gallery across the road on the right.
5AZtravelers
Phoenix, Arizona33 contributions
Is the wall lit up or lighted at night?
laanasofia
Mexico City, Mexico30 contributions
It's not greatly lit, but you can still see it quite clearly during the night (if you have decent sight). If you want to check out the full details and/or don't have the best pair of eyes, better to go during the day ;-)
Silvia O
65 contributions
En qué lado del muro están los grafitis? En el que da al río o en el que da a Mühlenstraße? Gracias.
AngsPVelez
105 contributions
En la parte del río hay algún graffiti, pero pocos y bastantes 'normales'... En cambio, el otro lado del muro está lleno de auténticas obras de arte. Pero, tranquila, porque es fácil pasar de un lado a otro.
East Side Gallery, Berlin
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