What to do · Berlin
Glass Dome of the Reichstag
Information
- Price
- Free, with booking
- Duration
- 1 h
- Season
- All year
- Who it's for
- All ages
What it is
The Reichstag is the seat of the Bundestag, the German Parliament. On top it has a glass dome with a spiral ramp that climbs to the top: from it you see the plenary chamber below and, outside, the Brandenburg Gate, the Tiergarten and the TV Tower. At the top there is a rooftop terrace.
How to book
It is free, but you must register beforehand using the form on the Bundestag website, with your name and date; at weekends it fills up, so on weekdays you have more options. The dome and the terrace are open daily from 8:00 to 21:45, last admission; you can stay until midnight. Bring your ID. On some session days or for building work the dome closes, but not the terrace.
Eating at the top
On the roof is the Käfer restaurant, which only admits customers with a prior reservation, for breakfast, lunch or dinner with views.
Tips
- Book several days ahead Especially for Saturday and Sunday.
- Go up at sunset You see the city by day and by night in the same visit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to go up the Reichstag dome?
Nothing. You only have to register beforehand on the Bundestag website.
Can you go without a reservation?
Not in practice: entry is by advance registration.
What time does it open?
From 8:00 to 21:45, last admission, every day; you can stay until midnight.
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