Is the Berlin WelcomeCard really worth it compared to buying individual transit and attraction tickets?

Yes, for active sightseers. If you visit multiple paid attractions daily, the Berlin WelcomeCard easily saves money. It simplifies your travel by combining unlimited transit and great discounts into one convenient ticket

What is the difference between the standard Berlin WelcomeCard and the Berlin WelcomeCard all inclusive?

The standard Berlin WelcomeCard offers unlimited public transport plus excellent 25% to 50% discounts at various venues. The all-inclusive version upgrades your experience by granting completely free entry to over 25 premier city attractions.

Should I choose the AB or ABC zone variant for my Berlin WelcomeCard?

The AB variant perfectly covers central Berlin's highlights. However, upgrading to the ABC Berlin WelcomeCard is highly recommended, as it seamlessly extends your coverage to Berlin Brandenburg Airport and beautiful Potsdam.

Do Berlin WelcomeCard holders get to skip the lines at popular museums and attractions?

While the Berlin WelcomeCard streamlines your entry process, it does not bypass mandatory security checks or peak queues. To ensure a smooth visit, remember to book your free time slots online in advance.

How do I activate my Berlin WelcomeCard to avoid wasting validity hours?

Simply stamp your physical **Berlin WelcomeCard** in a station validation machine before your first ride. To maximize its exceptional value, validate it on your first morning to enjoy continuous transport and discounts.

Can I share my Berlin WelcomeCard or transfer unused days to a friend?

No, the Berlin WelcomeCard is a personalized pass designed for individual use. To ensure validity during transit checks, simply write your name on the card and carry a photo ID for quick verification.

What is the difference between the Berlin WelcomeCard with the Museum Island option and the standalone Museum Pass Berlin?

The Berlin WelcomeCard Museum Island option provides a superior all-in-one package, bundling full transit with museum entry. The standalone pass only covers the museums, making the WelcomeCard much more convenient for getting around.

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Berlin WelcomeCard: Unlimited Public Transport & Discounts

Children between the ages of 6 and 14 can travel free on an adult’s ticket (3 kids per adult ticket). Any number of children below 6 years of age can travel on public transport for free.
The Berlin WelcomeCard is valid during the period indicated on the ticket and must be displayed as an A4 printout.
Each attraction or landmark can be visited only once with this card.

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Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access & Unlimited Public Transport

All art and culture lovers, get free access to 5 museums & unlimited public transport.

Grab the Berlin WelcomeCard offering up to 50% discounts for 170+ attractions, restaurants, city tours, and public transport access.
Gain free access to 5 museums: the Alte Nationalgalerie, Altes Museum, Bode-Museum, Neues Museum, and the Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama.
Enjoy discounted entry to iconic Berlin landmarks, such as the TV Tower, GDR Museum, Madame Tussauds, and more.
Skip ticketing queues and save sightseeing time with one printed ticket instead of multiple attraction tickets.
Pick between Berlin’s public transportation zones AB and ABC and enjoy unlimited access to buses, trains, trams & more.

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Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard with Museum Island

Unlock Berlin’s top 25+ attractions, public transport, and big savings with one all-inclusive card.

Everything you get: Enjoy free access to 25+ top attractions, plus a 1-day Hop-on Hop-off bus tour for easy exploration. Travel seamlessly across Berlin, Potsdam and BER Airport, with public transport. Get up to 50% discounts at over 140 attractions and more perks.
Why choose this: Perfect for first-time visitors, save up to 50% on attractions, restaurants, and more and get free entry to 25+ top Berlin sights, with transport included.
Upgrades: Choose 72h, 4-, 5-, or 6-day validity, allowing you to save more and explore longer across Berlin’s top sites, museums, and transport zones.

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Berlin WelcomeCard: Discover Berlin with ease

The Berlin WelcomeCard gives you an all-in-one city pass for unlimited public transport and discounts of up to 50% across museums, tours, river cruises, and major sights. You can choose day-based passes ranging from 48 hours to 6 days, or opt for the specialized Berlin WelcomeCard Museum Island, which adds free daily entry to all five world-renowned museums on the island. Depending on your plans, your card unlocks savings at iconic spots like the Berlin TV Tower, Berlin Cathedral, Neues Museum, Alte Nationalgalerie, and the DDR Museum, alongside hop-on hop-off buses and guided walking tours. Whether you are traveling solo, on a first-time trip, or with kids who often travel for free with an adult ticket, the Berlin WelcomeCard is designed to fit your itinerary perfectly.

Berlin WelcomeCard in a nutshell

Pick the pass that fits

You’ve got a few ways to do this: time-based transport-and-discount cards for 48 or 72 hours, plus 4-, 5-, or 6-day options; an all-inclusive sightseeing version for attraction-heavy trips; and a museum-focused 72-hour card for Museum Island. Choose AB for the city center or ABC if you need Potsdam or BER Airport.

One card, more of the city

Coverage goes well beyond museums. Depending on the version, you can use it for the TV Tower, DDR Museum, Alte Nationalgalerie, Neues Museum, and boat cruises, plus a Hop-on Hop-off bus or walking tour. Public transport on the U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, and buses is often part of the deal too, which makes cross-city planning much easier.

See where the savings start

The maths works best when your itinerary is focused. A 3-day museum card costs about €62 and includes the five Museum Island museums along with unlimited public transport. Bought separately at roughly €14 each, Alte Nationalgalerie, Altes Museum, Bode Museum, Neues Museum, and Pergamon museum. Das Panorama come to about €70, before you add any public transport.

Easy to buy, simple to use

Most options arrive by email as a PDF. Time-based cards run from the date or hour you choose, while all-inclusive versions usually activate when you enter your first attraction. At the gate or during ticket checks, staff simply scan or inspect the pass; if a venue needs a reservation, you still book that separately.

Your Berlin WelcomeCard options explained

Card details	Berlin WelcomeCard: Unlimited Public Transport & Discounts	Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access & Unlimited Public Transport	Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard with Museum Island
Type of card	Discount day-based (48/72 hours, 4/5/6 days; AB/ABC)	Museum-inclusive day-based (72 hours; AB/ABC)	All-inclusive day-based (72 hours, 4/5/6 days; ABC)
No. of attractions	170+ discounted attractions	5 museums, unlimited public transport & 170+ discounted attractions	25+ free attractions, unlimited public transport & 140+ discounted attractions
Price range	€28.50	€62	€99
Validity	48/72 hours or 4/5/6 days from selected start	72 hours from selected start	72 hours or 4/5/6 days from first attraction

Types of Berlin Berlin WelcomeCards explained: Discount vs. All-inclusive vs. Museum cards

These day-based cards combine unlimited AB/ABC public transport with discounts at major attractions, tours, and cruises over consecutive days. Best for flexible explorers who expect regular transit use and a shortlist of paid sights. Key benefit: simple city travel with broad savings, without committing to a packed itinerary.

Recommended passes:

Berlin WelcomeCard: Unlimited Public Transport & Discounts

These day-based passes include public transport plus free entry to a fixed list of attractions, museums, and tours for consecutive days after first use. Ideal for first-time visitors on a tight schedule. Key benefit: most headline sightseeing is prepaid in one pass.

Recommended passes:

Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard with Museum Island

These museum-focused cards pair unlimited public transport with free entry to Berlin’s Museum Island museums during a set activation window. Best for culture-first visitors who prefer longer gallery time over citywide sightseeing. Key benefit: concentrated museum coverage without separate transport and entry tickets.

Recommended passes:

Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access & Unlimited Public Transport

Which Berlin WelcomeCard is the best for you

If you want to use public transport

If you’re taking the U-Bahn several times a day and only paying for a few headline sights, Berlin WelcomeCard: Unlimited Public Transport & Discounts is the smart buy. It gives you unlimited AB or ABC transit plus up to 50% off 170+ attractions, including the Berlin TV Tower, Berlin Cathedral, Madame Tussauds, and Berlin Dungeon. Choose 48 or 72 hours, or 4 to 6 days, and you stop fiddling with ticket machines every time you cross the city. This pass works best when your trip mixes free landmarks with a selective paid shortlist.

If your focus is Museum Island

If your focus is Museum Island, book Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access & Unlimited Public Transport. In one 72-hour pass, you get free entry to 5 museums—Alte Nationalgalerie, Altes Museum, Bode-Museum, Neues Museum, and Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama—plus unlimited AB or ABC transport and up to 50% off 170+ attractions like the DDR Museum and Berlin TV Tower. This is the right pick if you actually want to spend serious time with Berlin’s big cultural hitters instead of rushing through one gallery and moving on.

If your want to see top highlights

If your goal is to check off the city's ultimate bucket list without counting pennies, book the Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard with Museum Island. In one pass, you get free entry to over 25 top attractions, including a 1-day Hop-on Hop-off bus tour, get Museum Island access and unlimited public transport across Berlin, Potsdam, and BER Airport. You'll also unlock up to 50% off at over 140 additional sights, tours, and restaurants. This is the right pick for first-time visitors who want a totally seamless, all-inclusive experience, allowing you to scale up your pass from 72 hours to 6 days so you can explore longer and save more without ever rushing.

Top attractions included in your Berlin WelcomeCard

Attraction	Berlin WelcomeCard	Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard (with Museum Island)	Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access + Transport
Berlin Television Tower	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Berlin Cathedral	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted
DDR Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Madame Tussauds Berlin	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted
Neues Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free
German History Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Altes Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free
Alte Nationalgalerie	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free
Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free
Berlin Dungeon	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted
Olympiastadion Berlin	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Gardens of the World	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Bode-Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free

Top highlights of your Berlin WelcomeCard

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Berlin TV Tower

Timings: 9am to 11pm
Address: 1 Panoramastraße 1A, 10178 Berlin

Berlin Dungeon

Timings: 10am to 6pm
Address: Spandauer Str. 2, 10178 Berlin

Berlin Wall Museum

Timings: 10am to 7pm
Address: The Wall Museum East Side Gallery, Mühlenspeicher, Mühlenstraße 78-80, 10243 Berlin

DDR Museum

Timings: 9am to 9pm
Address: Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 1, Direkt an der Spree, gegenüber dem Berliner Dom, 10178 Berlin

Friedrichstadt Palast

Timings: 1pm to 7pm
Address: Friedrichstraße 107, 10117 Berlin, Germany

Illuseum

Timings: 10am to 8pm
Address: Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 9, 10178 Berlin

Panoramapunkt

Timings: 10am to 7pm
Address: Panorama Punkt, Potsdamer Platz 1, 10785 Berlin

LEGOLAND Discovery Center

Timings: 10am to 7pm
Address: Potsdamer Str. 4, 10785 Berlin

Madame Tussauds Berlin

Timings: 10am to 7pm
Address: Unter den Linden 74, 10117 Berlin, Germany

Berlin Welt Balloon

Timings: 10am to 4pm
Address: Zimmerstraße 100, 10117 Berlin

German Spy Museum

Timings: 10am to 8pm
Address: Leipziger Platz 9, 10117 Berlin

Wintergarten Varieté

Timings: 11am to 6pm
Address: Potsdamer Str. 96, 10785 Berlin

Berlin Icebar

Timings: 3pm to 10pm
Address: Spandauer Str. 2, 10178 Berlin

Step 1: Choose your City Card

Pick the pass that best fits your needs! Make sure you check the attractions covered and make a choice between day & attraction-based passes.

Step 2: Book your tickets

Purchase your City Card easily using PayPal, a credit/debit card, or iDEAL.

Step 3: Check your email

Receive your ticket instantly in your inbox. Be sure to check the spam and junk folders.

Step 4: Download the operator's app

Download the operator's app on your phone and follow the activation instructions.

Step 5: Start exploring!

Present your activated pass at attractions to gain entry and enjoy your sightseeing!

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City Cards

Berlin WelcomeCard: Unlimited Public Transport & Discounts

Children between the ages of 6 and 14 can travel free on an adult’s ticket (3 kids per adult ticket). Any number of children below 6 years of age can travel on public transport for free.
The Berlin WelcomeCard is valid during the period indicated on the ticket and must be displayed as an A4 printout.
Each attraction or landmark can be visited only once with this card.

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Audio guide

Children between the ages of 6 and 14 can travel free on an adult’s ticket (3 kids per adult ticket). Any number of children below 6 years of age can travel on public transport for free.
The Berlin WelcomeCard is valid during the period indicated on the ticket and must be displayed as an A4 printout.
Each attraction or landmark can be visited only once with this card.

Inclusions #

Validity: 48/72 hours or 4/5/6 days
Audio guide in German, English, French, Italian & Spanish (based on option selected)

Access to:

Unlimited access to public transport in AB or ABC zones (based on option selected)

Discounts at 180+ attractions, including Berlin TV Tower, Berlin Cathedral, Madame Tussauds & more

Landmarks: Berlin Dungeon, Olympiastadion & more
Bus tours and cruises: Berlin City Tour, Berlin Cityschiffsfahrten, Reederei Bruno Winkler & more
Activities: Original Berlin Walks, Eating Europe & more
Get all details here

Exclusions #

Museums

After your booking, wait for the digital tickets to drop into your inbox.
Print out a hard copy of this ticket and carry it with you on your trip.
Present this ticket to each discount partner to avail of the discounts on attractions and other services.

Validity:

The validity of online tickets is based on the date (and time, for the 48-hour and 72-hour variants) specified on the ticket. The 4/5/6-day tickets expire at midnight on the final day of their validity.
The 4/5/6-day cards are valid depending on the calendar days you select. If you’ve opted for a 4-day card and you validate the ticket at any time on Wednesday, then the Berlin WelcomeCard and public transport ticket are valid until midnight on Saturday.
The 48/72-hour tickets are valid for exactly 48/72 hours from the time selected during booking. For example, if you’ve picked the 72-hour card and selected your time slot as 8:30am on Monday, it will be valid until 8:29am on the following Thursday.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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City Cards

Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access & Unlimited Public Transport

All art and culture lovers, get free access to 5 museums & unlimited public transport.

Grab the Berlin WelcomeCard offering up to 50% discounts for 170+ attractions, restaurants, city tours, and public transport access.
Gain free access to 5 museums: the Alte Nationalgalerie, Altes Museum, Bode-Museum, Neues Museum, and the Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama.
Enjoy discounted entry to iconic Berlin landmarks, such as the TV Tower, GDR Museum, Madame Tussauds, and more.
Skip ticketing queues and save sightseeing time with one printed ticket instead of multiple attraction tickets.
Pick between Berlin’s public transportation zones AB and ABC and enjoy unlimited access to buses, trains, trams & more.

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Explore at your pace

All art and culture lovers, get free access to 5 museums & unlimited public transport.

Grab the Berlin WelcomeCard offering up to 50% discounts for 170+ attractions, restaurants, city tours, and public transport access.
Gain free access to 5 museums: the Alte Nationalgalerie, Altes Museum, Bode-Museum, Neues Museum, and the Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama.
Enjoy discounted entry to iconic Berlin landmarks, such as the TV Tower, GDR Museum, Madame Tussauds, and more.
Skip ticketing queues and save sightseeing time with one printed ticket instead of multiple attraction tickets.
Pick between Berlin’s public transportation zones AB and ABC and enjoy unlimited access to buses, trains, trams & more.

Inclusions #

Validity: 72 hours

Access to

Berlin Museum Island
Unlimited access to public transport in AB or ABC zones (based on option selected)

Discounts at 170+ attractions including Berlin TV Tower, DDR Museum, Museum of Photography & more

Museums: Bode Museum, Neues Museum, the Alte Nationalgalerie & more
Landmarks: Schönhausen Palace, Berlin Cathedral, Madame Tussauds & more
Bus tours and cruises: Berlin City Tour, Berlin Cityschiffsfahrten, Reederei Bruno Winkler & more
Activities: Original Berlin Walks, Eating Europe & more
Get all details here.

Children between the ages of 6 and 14 can travel free on an adult’s ticket (3 kids per adult ticket). Any number of children below 6 years of age can travel on public transport for free.
Note that the AB fare zone covers Berlin’s urban area and the ABC zone covers Berlin, the surrounding areas, Potsdam, and BER Airport.
You cannot extend the Berlin WelcomeCard AB fare zone ticket by adding a single connection ticket for the C fare zone.

After your booking, wait for the digital tickets to drop into your inbox.
Print out a hard copy of this ticket and carry it with you on your trip.
Present this ticket to each discount partner to avail of the discounts on attractions and other services.

Validity:

The validity of online tickets is based on the date (and time, for the 72-hour card) specified on the ticket.
The 72-hour ticket is valid for exactly 72 hours from the time selected during booking. For instance, if you’ve picked the 72-hour card and selected your time slot as 8:30am on Monday, your ticket is valid till 8:29am on the following Thursday.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard with Museum Island

Unlock Berlin’s top 25+ attractions, public transport, and big savings with one all-inclusive card.

Everything you get: Enjoy free access to 25+ top attractions, plus a 1-day Hop-on Hop-off bus tour for easy exploration. Travel seamlessly across Berlin, Potsdam and BER Airport, with public transport. Get up to 50% discounts at over 140 attractions and more perks.
Why choose this: Perfect for first-time visitors, save up to 50% on attractions, restaurants, and more and get free entry to 25+ top Berlin sights, with transport included.
Upgrades: Choose 72h, 4-, 5-, or 6-day validity, allowing you to save more and explore longer across Berlin’s top sites, museums, and transport zones.

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Unlock Berlin’s top 25+ attractions, public transport, and big savings with one all-inclusive card.

Everything you get: Enjoy free access to 25+ top attractions, plus a 1-day Hop-on Hop-off bus tour for easy exploration. Travel seamlessly across Berlin, Potsdam and BER Airport, with public transport. Get up to 50% discounts at over 140 attractions and more perks.
Why choose this: Perfect for first-time visitors, save up to 50% on attractions, restaurants, and more and get free entry to 25+ top Berlin sights, with transport included.
Upgrades: Choose 72h, 4-, 5-, or 6-day validity, allowing you to save more and explore longer across Berlin’s top sites, museums, and transport zones.

Inclusions #

Pass valid for 72 hours or 4/5/6 days
Access to:
- Museum: Alte Nationalgalerie, Barberini Museum, German History Museum, and more
- Landmarks: Berlin Television Tower, Gardens of the World, Berlin Olympic Stadium, and more
- Bus tours and cruises: Berlin City Circle Sightseeing bus tour, Potsdam City HOHO bus tour, and Stern- und Kreisschiffahrt boat tour
- Guided tours: Original Berlin Walks
- Activities: Nextbike bike tours
- Transportation: Public transport (Berlin, Potsdam, BER Airport)
- Discounts at 140+ attractions, sights, restaurants and stages
Free CityGuide
Get all details [here]

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
Bring a printed copy of your Berlin WelcomeCard all inclusive and CityGuide for access and information.
Download the CityGuide and network map in advance for full partner and transport details.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage may not be permitted at certain attractions for security reasons.
Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on public transport and at partner attractions.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment may be restricted at some museums and attractions.

Accessibility

Accessibility varies by attraction. Not all included attractions are fully wheelchair accessible. Please check the CityGuide or individual partner websites for detailed accessibility information before your visit.

Additional information

Children aged 3–14 require a children's ticket; Under 3s free on public transport with an adult pass.
Discounts apply only to participating partners; check the CityGuide for the full list of included and discounted attractions.
The Berlin WelcomeCard all inclusive is non-transferable and only valid for the person named on the pass.

You will receive your tickets by email as a PDF for printing. Please print the ticket in A4 format and show the ticket for scanning at the partners.
Check attraction opening hours and any reservation requirements before visiting.
You must always show your pass to each discount partner before using the discounted services. Where attractions are included, the barcode is scanned. You can only visit each of the attractions once during the period your card is valid. A repeat entry is not allowed.

Validity:

After activation: Your pass is activated as soon as you visit your 1st attraction and is valid for the number of calendar days after first use. For example, if you select a 6-day pass, you will be allowed access to attractions over 6 days before your pass expires.
For the 72h variant, a time must additionally be selected. The 4, 5 and 6 day passes are each valid for the entire calendar day. During the selected validity period, the ticket entitles you to a one-time use of the respective inclusive service or discount per participating service provider.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Children between the ages of 6 and 14 can travel free on an adult’s ticket (3 kids per adult ticket). Any number of children below 6 years of age can travel on public transport for free.
The Berlin WelcomeCard is valid during the period indicated on the ticket and must be displayed as an A4 printout.
Each attraction or landmark can be visited only once with this card.

Inclusions #

Validity: 48/72 hours or 4/5/6 days
Audio guide in German, English, French, Italian & Spanish (based on option selected)

Access to:

Unlimited access to public transport in AB or ABC zones (based on option selected)

Discounts at 180+ attractions, including Berlin TV Tower, Berlin Cathedral, Madame Tussauds & more

Landmarks: Berlin Dungeon, Olympiastadion & more
Bus tours and cruises: Berlin City Tour, Berlin Cityschiffsfahrten, Reederei Bruno Winkler & more
Activities: Original Berlin Walks, Eating Europe & more
Get all details here

Exclusions #

Museums

After your booking, wait for the digital tickets to drop into your inbox.
Print out a hard copy of this ticket and carry it with you on your trip.
Present this ticket to each discount partner to avail of the discounts on attractions and other services.

Validity:

The validity of online tickets is based on the date (and time, for the 48-hour and 72-hour variants) specified on the ticket. The 4/5/6-day tickets expire at midnight on the final day of their validity.
The 4/5/6-day cards are valid depending on the calendar days you select. If you’ve opted for a 4-day card and you validate the ticket at any time on Wednesday, then the Berlin WelcomeCard and public transport ticket are valid until midnight on Saturday.
The 48/72-hour tickets are valid for exactly 48/72 hours from the time selected during booking. For example, if you’ve picked the 72-hour card and selected your time slot as 8:30am on Monday, it will be valid until 8:29am on the following Thursday.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

All art and culture lovers, get free access to 5 museums & unlimited public transport.

Grab the Berlin WelcomeCard offering up to 50% discounts for 170+ attractions, restaurants, city tours, and public transport access.
Gain free access to 5 museums: the Alte Nationalgalerie, Altes Museum, Bode-Museum, Neues Museum, and the Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama.
Enjoy discounted entry to iconic Berlin landmarks, such as the TV Tower, GDR Museum, Madame Tussauds, and more.
Skip ticketing queues and save sightseeing time with one printed ticket instead of multiple attraction tickets.
Pick between Berlin’s public transportation zones AB and ABC and enjoy unlimited access to buses, trains, trams & more.

Inclusions #

Validity: 72 hours

Access to

Berlin Museum Island
Unlimited access to public transport in AB or ABC zones (based on option selected)

Discounts at 170+ attractions including Berlin TV Tower, DDR Museum, Museum of Photography & more

Museums: Bode Museum, Neues Museum, the Alte Nationalgalerie & more
Landmarks: Schönhausen Palace, Berlin Cathedral, Madame Tussauds & more
Bus tours and cruises: Berlin City Tour, Berlin Cityschiffsfahrten, Reederei Bruno Winkler & more
Activities: Original Berlin Walks, Eating Europe & more
Get all details here.

Children between the ages of 6 and 14 can travel free on an adult’s ticket (3 kids per adult ticket). Any number of children below 6 years of age can travel on public transport for free.
Note that the AB fare zone covers Berlin’s urban area and the ABC zone covers Berlin, the surrounding areas, Potsdam, and BER Airport.
You cannot extend the Berlin WelcomeCard AB fare zone ticket by adding a single connection ticket for the C fare zone.

After your booking, wait for the digital tickets to drop into your inbox.
Print out a hard copy of this ticket and carry it with you on your trip.
Present this ticket to each discount partner to avail of the discounts on attractions and other services.

Validity:

The validity of online tickets is based on the date (and time, for the 72-hour card) specified on the ticket.
The 72-hour ticket is valid for exactly 72 hours from the time selected during booking. For instance, if you’ve picked the 72-hour card and selected your time slot as 8:30am on Monday, your ticket is valid till 8:29am on the following Thursday.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Unlock Berlin’s top 25+ attractions, public transport, and big savings with one all-inclusive card.

Everything you get: Enjoy free access to 25+ top attractions, plus a 1-day Hop-on Hop-off bus tour for easy exploration. Travel seamlessly across Berlin, Potsdam and BER Airport, with public transport. Get up to 50% discounts at over 140 attractions and more perks.
Why choose this: Perfect for first-time visitors, save up to 50% on attractions, restaurants, and more and get free entry to 25+ top Berlin sights, with transport included.
Upgrades: Choose 72h, 4-, 5-, or 6-day validity, allowing you to save more and explore longer across Berlin’s top sites, museums, and transport zones.

Inclusions #

Pass valid for 72 hours or 4/5/6 days
Access to:
- Museum: Alte Nationalgalerie, Barberini Museum, German History Museum, and more
- Landmarks: Berlin Television Tower, Gardens of the World, Berlin Olympic Stadium, and more
- Bus tours and cruises: Berlin City Circle Sightseeing bus tour, Potsdam City HOHO bus tour, and Stern- und Kreisschiffahrt boat tour
- Guided tours: Original Berlin Walks
- Activities: Nextbike bike tours
- Transportation: Public transport (Berlin, Potsdam, BER Airport)
- Discounts at 140+ attractions, sights, restaurants and stages
Free CityGuide
Get all details [here]

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
Bring a printed copy of your Berlin WelcomeCard all inclusive and CityGuide for access and information.
Download the CityGuide and network map in advance for full partner and transport details.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage may not be permitted at certain attractions for security reasons.
Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on public transport and at partner attractions.
Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment may be restricted at some museums and attractions.

Accessibility

Accessibility varies by attraction. Not all included attractions are fully wheelchair accessible. Please check the CityGuide or individual partner websites for detailed accessibility information before your visit.

Additional information

Children aged 3–14 require a children's ticket; Under 3s free on public transport with an adult pass.
Discounts apply only to participating partners; check the CityGuide for the full list of included and discounted attractions.
The Berlin WelcomeCard all inclusive is non-transferable and only valid for the person named on the pass.

You will receive your tickets by email as a PDF for printing. Please print the ticket in A4 format and show the ticket for scanning at the partners.
Check attraction opening hours and any reservation requirements before visiting.
You must always show your pass to each discount partner before using the discounted services. Where attractions are included, the barcode is scanned. You can only visit each of the attractions once during the period your card is valid. A repeat entry is not allowed.

Validity:

After activation: Your pass is activated as soon as you visit your 1st attraction and is valid for the number of calendar days after first use. For example, if you select a 6-day pass, you will be allowed access to attractions over 6 days before your pass expires.
For the 72h variant, a time must additionally be selected. The 4, 5 and 6 day passes are each valid for the entire calendar day. During the selected validity period, the ticket entitles you to a one-time use of the respective inclusive service or discount per participating service provider.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Attraction	Berlin WelcomeCard	Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard (with Museum Island)	Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access + Transport
Berlin Television Tower	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Berlin Cathedral	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted
DDR Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Madame Tussauds Berlin	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted
Neues Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free
German History Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Altes Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free
Alte Nationalgalerie	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free
Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free
Berlin Dungeon	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Discounted
Olympiastadion Berlin	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Gardens of the World	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Discounted
Bode-Museum	✅ \| Discounted	✅ \| Free	✅ \| Free

Berlin WelcomeCard

Berlin WelcomeCard: Unlimited Public Transport & Discounts

Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access & Unlimited Public Transport

Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard with Museum Island

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Top attractions included in your Berlin WelcomeCard

Top highlights of your Berlin WelcomeCard

Berlin TV Tower

Berlin Dungeon

Berlin Wall Museum

DDR Museum

Friedrichstadt Palast

Illuseum

Panoramapunkt

LEGOLAND Discovery Center

Madame Tussauds Berlin

Berlin Welt Balloon

German Spy Museum

Wintergarten Varieté

Berlin Icebar

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Berlin WelcomeCard

Berlin WelcomeCard: Unlimited Public Transport & Discounts

Berlin WelcomeCard: Free Museums Access & Unlimited Public Transport

Berlin All-Inclusive WelcomeCard with Museum Island