Museum Island in Berlin — FAQ

What is on Museum Island in Berlin?
Museum Island holds five museums — the Pergamon, Neues (with Nefertiti), Altes, Bode and Alte Nationalgalerie — a UNESCO ensemble of ancient, Egyptian and 19th-century art.
Where is the bust of Nefertiti?
The famous 3,300-year-old bust of Queen Nefertiti is displayed at the Neues Museum on Museum Island, one of Berlin’s most treasured artefacts.
Should I book Museum Island tickets in advance?
Yes — the museums are popular and use timed entry that can sell out; skip-the-line tickets save queueing, especially in summer. Note the Pergamon Museum is undergoing phased renovation.