This island houses five major museums. We only got to go into the Pergamon which is dedicated to ancient civilizations, but the other four museums have collections on all different topics. We wandered around this island and viewed the other museums from the outside, as we ran out of time. On our next trip to Berlin we'll get a multi-day ticket and allow ourselves enough time to really experience the other exhibits.

First all museums are located near to each other is perfect so that you do not need to travel accross the city. You can get a 18€ day ticket for nearly all museums which I find a fair price with some limitations that you can enter the Pergamon museum only at 17:00 whereas it closes at 18:00 but the visit can be managed in an hour. Children and students tickets are half the price. In every building you have to lock your bag to the locker so prepare some coins that will be returned to you after you‘ ve taken your bag out. I recommend to have 1€ and 2€ at hand. The exibitions are organised in a very good way so that that are interesting and you enjoy exploring the next room.

There are 6 or 7 museums on the island, all well directed. Each museum features a different era and area of art. A little planning beforehand will reward the time. Audioguides are free and well-done.