The Spandau Citadel with its bastions, ramparts and casemates is one of the most important and best-preserved Renaissance fortresses in northern Europe. Elector Joachim II of Brandenburg had it built in the 16th century by Italian master builders.
Of the medieval castle, the Julius Tower from the 13th century and the Palas from the 15th century have been preserved. From the 16th to the 19th century, important military buildings were erected on the large area. Today, they house museums with historical exhibitions as well as the Centre for Contemporary Art, which opened in 2018 and presents major art exhibitions.
The history of the castle and citadel is made vivid by models, maps and weapons in the Commandant's House. In the Archaeological Window, uncovered soil finds from the early days of the castle as well as a unique collection of medieval Jewish gravestones can be viewed.
In the Armoury, built in 1856, the Museum of City History uses many objects from its collection to tell the story of Spandau families, trade and military. The permanent exhibition "Unveiled. Berlin and its Monuments" in the former Provisions Magazine shows monuments that once shaped Berlin's cityscape and were often taken down for political reasons - from the Brandenburg-Prussian rulers of the imperial-era Victory Avenue to the monumental head of the Lenin Monument.
- Monday-Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday 13:00 - 20:00
- Friday-Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Last entry
30 min. before closing time
- 24. December 10:00 - 14:00
- 31. December 10:00 - 14:00
Am Juliusturm 64, 13599 Berlin
+49 (30) 35 49 44-0
+49 (30) 35 49 44-296
Admission price 4,50 €
Free entry for people from the Ukraine.
Reduced price 2,50 €
children from 6 to 14 years – students – trainees – persons receiving transfer benefits (ALG II, social assistance, benefits under the Asylum Seekers Benefits Act) – persons with severe disabilities from 50% MdE upon presentation of the corresponding ID.
Public Tours in the Citadel Spandau
every 1st Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. in English
regular tours in German on Saturday and Sunday
at 2 p.m.
per person 4,50 € for the Tour
on MuseumsSunday free entry!
30. Sept. - 03. Oct. 2023
Because of the Jugglers' Festival the MuseumSunday ist cancelled and no guided tour.
Furthermore, the Archaeological Window, the Drill Hall, the special exhibition on the upper floor of the Armory and the ZAK are closed.
The admission prices of the organizer apply.
The latest information from the Spandau Citadel can be found on our website.
Exhibitions
Events
Zitadelle
Festungssumpfkraut im Eichelkaffee
Workshop
Guided Tour, Workshop
Zitadelle
Public Guided Tour / Citadel Spandau
Guided Tour
Zitadelle
From Bismarck to Hindenburg to Hitler?
Panel discussion
Lecture, talk
Zitadelle
Touch Tour – Enthüllt. Berlin und seine Denkmäler
Guided Tour
Zitadelle
Touch Tour – Bismarck-Streit
Cult figure and monument toppling in an interactive exhibition
Guided Tour
Zitadelle
“A fortress for the Elector”
Scenic tour
Guided Tour
Zitadelle
Public Guided Tour / Citadel / English
Guided Tour
Zitadelle
Family Sunday
Workshop
Zitadelle
Public Guided Tour / Bismarck-Streit
Kultfigur und Denkmalsturz in einer interaktiven Ausstellung
Guided Tour
Zitadelle
K.u.K. – Guided Tour
Curator and artist guide through the exhibition Bismarck-Streit
Guided Tour
Zitadelle
Workshops on the exhibition "Bismarck Controversy. Cult figure and monument overthrow"
Bookable workshops with guided tour for groups
Bookable group offer
Zitadelle
„Frauen um Otto von Bismarck: Die Liebe, der Hass, das Vermächtnis“
Lecture, talk, Miscellaneous
Digital
Tickets
Admission price
4,50 €
Free entry for people from the Ukraine.
Reduced price
2,50 €
children from 6 to 14 years – students – trainees – persons receiving transfer benefits (ALG II, social assistance, benefits under the Asylum Seekers Benefits Act) – persons with severe disabilities from 50% MdE upon presentation of the corresponding ID.
Public Tours in the Citadel Spandau
every 1st Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. in English
regular tours in German on Saturday and Sunday
at 2 p.m.
per person 4,50 € for the Tour
on MuseumsSunday free entry!
30. Sept. - 03. Oct. 2023
Because of the Jugglers' Festival the MuseumSunday ist cancelled and no guided tour.
Furthermore, the Archaeological Window, the Drill Hall, the special exhibition on the upper floor of the Armory and the ZAK are closed.
The admission prices of the organizer apply.
The latest information from the Spandau Citadel can be found on our website.
Family ticket
Click here for information about Family ticket.
Group ticket
- Family ticket 10,- €
2 adults + up to 3 children, 6-14 years
- Group from 10 persons 3,50 € / person
Yearly ticket
Click here for information about Yearly ticket.
Booking Telephone
+49 (30) 247 49-888
Services
- Museum Shop
- Restaurant
- Cafe
- Archive
- Diaper changing table
Audioguides
In German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Turkish, Russisch.
For children and teenager.