Berlin TV Tower: Opening Hours
Opening hours for the observation deck, Sphere Tim Raue and the Sphere Bar, as well as current closure dates and information about timed admission.
- Select your time slot in advance
- No queuing at the ticket office
- Observation deck and restaurant tickets available
Independent information website about the Berlin TV Tower
Berlin TV Tower opening hours
Except on announced closure dates, the Berlin TV Tower is open daily. The observation deck and the Sphere Tim Raue restaurant are currently open from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm. The Sphere Bar opens at 11:00 am.
At a glance
Currently published opening hours
Observation deck
9:00 am–11:00 pm
Sphere Tim Raue
9:00 am–11:00 pm
Sphere Bar
11:00 am–11:00 pm
Next closure date
23 November 2026
Information last updated: 16 July 2026
Note regarding winter dates:
For November to February, the official FAQ lists opening hours from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm. Other current sections of the operator’s website state 9:00 am to 11:00 pm. Before visiting in winter, check the available time slots in the official booking system.
Closure dates in 2026
The next closure date published by the operator is 23 November 2026. On this date, the observation deck, Sphere Tim Raue and the Sphere Bar will be closed. Check with the operator again before your visit in case of short-notice changes.
Visiting on 23 November 2026
The Berlin TV Tower will be closed on this date. Choose another date for your visit.
Admission only with a booked time slot
Tickets for the Berlin TV Tower are linked to a fixed admission time. Entry is permitted during the booked time slot; according to the operator, a grace period of 15 minutes applies.
An online ticket allows you to avoid queuing at the ticket office. However, this does not mean that all waiting times at the entrance can be ruled out.
How long does a visit take?
A stay of 45 minutes is scheduled for the observation deck. At the Sphere Tim Raue restaurant, the maximum permitted stay is 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Observation deck
45 minutes
Sphere Tim Raue
Maximum 1 hour 45 minutes
Allow sufficient time before your booked time slot for travelling to the tower and reaching the entrance
Sphere Bar opening hours
The Sphere Bar is open daily from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm and is located on the observation deck. Access is available subject to capacity with a valid admission ticket. No separate bar ticket is required.
Address and entrance
Berlin TV Tower
Panoramastraße 1A
10178 Berlin
Germany
The visitor entrance is located opposite Alexanderplatz S-Bahn station. The station can be reached by S-Bahn, U-Bahn, regional train, tram and bus.
Planning your visit to the Berlin TV Tower
Before booking, check which area and services are included in your selected ticket. Different ticket options are available for the observation deck, the Sphere Tim Raue restaurant and additional experiences.
An online ticket reserves a specific time slot and allows you to avoid queuing at the ticket office. Depending on visitor numbers, waiting times may still occur at the entrance. Opening hours and available dates may vary depending on the day of your visit.
Frequently asked questions about opening hours
Here you will find answers about opening hours, closure dates, time slots, permitted length of stay and buying tickets on site.
What are the Berlin TV Tower’s opening hours?
The observation deck and the Sphere Tim Raue restaurant are currently open from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm. The Sphere Bar is open from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm.
For November to February, the operator’s official FAQ gives a different opening time for the observation deck of 10:00 am. Before visiting in winter, check the available time slots in the official booking system.
Is the Berlin TV Tower open every day?
The Berlin TV Tower is generally open daily. Individual closure dates are announced separately by the operator. The next published closure date is 23 November 2026.
Do I have to book a fixed admission time?
Yes. Tickets are linked to a fixed time slot. Entry is permitted at the booked admission time. The operator allows a grace period of 15 minutes.
How long may I stay on the observation deck?
A stay of 45 minutes is scheduled for the observation deck. At the Sphere Tim Raue restaurant, the maximum permitted stay is 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Do I need a separate ticket for the Sphere Bar?
No. The Sphere Bar is located on the observation deck. You need a valid admission ticket for the Berlin TV Tower, but no additional bar ticket.
Can I also buy tickets on site?
Tickets are also sold at the ticket office on the day of your visit. However, only time slots that are still available that day can be purchased there. During busy periods, time slots may be sold out.
Sources and further information
The opening hours, closure dates and visitor regulations were checked against the information published by the official operator.
- Official opening hours and contact details for the Berlin TV Tower
- Official Berlin TV Tower FAQ
- Official information about tickets and time slots
- Official Berlin TV Tower ticket overview
Update notice
Opening hours, closure dates and available time slots may change. The operator’s current information and the dates available in the booking system are authoritative.
