The Stasi Museum was opened on November 7, 1991, in the rooms formerly occupied by the secret police. Today, it shows the office of Erich Mielke, the Stasi minister for 32 years, in its original state with the secretariat and private area. Visitors can also see the offices of Mielke's closest co-workers, a spacious conference room and a canteen.
Overlooking the River Spree, Schloss Köpenick is a baroque water palace wrought with historic implications, which is a delight for individuals who want to discover a whole new world. Identifiable by its renaissance exterior, the castle is renowned for the permanent exhibition space RoomArt which features artifacts from the rococo, baroque and renaissance periods.
Built on the site of Berlin's oldest church, the Nikolaikirche today is still the site of regular services, but also houses a museum highlighting its rich history, a tower which boasts some spectacular views, and fantastic acoustics, which are a boon when it hosts musical acts. This attraction is also worth a visit for its Medieval architecture and twin green spires.
St. Agnes is a historic church building known for its architectural features like it's cube shaped structure. The church, designed by architect Werner Düttmann, is also known for its cube shaped bell tower. Built in 1965, the church building is now operated as an art exhibition space. While the exteriors have largely been retained, a few modifications have been made inside, with the main hall being transformed into an art gallery and being the venue for several art events throughout the year.
Bell Tower of Berlin Olympic Stadium is an important historical and cultural landmark of the city and a popular tourist attraction offering panoramic views of the surroundings. The 77-meter (252-feet) tall tower was originally built in 1934 but reconstructed in 1962 after incurring damages in 1947. The former tower used to house a 9.6-ton Olympic Bell which was unfortunately damaged and today serves as a monument. Currently a 4.5-ton bell hangs in the tower and is inscribed with the German slogan of the 1936 Olympic games. A small historical exhibition can be seen on the lower floors of the memorial building and is worth checking out for history enthusiasts.
19th-century architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel provided Berlin with many of its greatest buildings, including the magnificent Konzerthaus and the equally striking Altes Museum. The museum, which opened in 1830, was the first to be built on Museum Island. It now houses rotating special exhibitions and is home to part of the Antique Collection, a breathtaking collection of ancient Greek and Roman artifacts that were excavated by the famous German archaeologist Hildesheimer.