Berlin TV Tower: Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know about tickets, opening hours, directions, visit duration and visitor rules.
- No queuing at the ticket office
- Choose a fixed time slot in advance
- Digital tickets can be used on your phone
Independent information website about the Berlin TV Tower
Plan your visit to the Berlin TV Tower with up-to-date information on tickets, opening hours, directions and visitor rules. Admission is tied to a booked time slot. Before going up the tower, all visitors and any bags they are carrying are subject to a security check.
You should also take into account the limited visit duration and the rules concerning luggage, pushchairs and visitors with limited mobility. The key information is summarised on this page, with more detailed guidance available on the linked topic pages.
Berlin TV Tower: Essential Visitor Information
The main details for your visit – from the address and opening hours to visit duration, luggage and accessibility – are summarised below.
Panoramastraße 1A, 10178 Berlin
Opposite Alexanderplatz S-Bahn station
March to October:
9:00 am to 11:00 pm
November to February:
10:00 am to 11:00 pm
With a valid ticket for a fixed time slot
Observation deck:
45 minutes
Restaurant:
max. 1 hour 45 minutes
Personal and bag checks before going up the tower
No larger items of luggage; no lockers available
Not permitted on the tower; free storage available at the cloakroom
Not accessible to wheelchair users or people with severe mobility impairments
Opening hours, closure dates and visitor rules may change. Check the latest information again before your visit.
Tickets and Time Slots
Tickets for the Berlin TV Tower are tied to a fixed time slot. When booking online, you select an available time in advance and do not have to queue at the ticket office. The security check and possible short waits at the entrance or before the lift still apply.
The operator currently allows a 15-minute grace period. You should not rely on this, however. Allow enough time to reach the entrance and pass through the security check.
Tickets are generally also available from the ticket office on the day of your visit. Only time slots that are still available at the time of purchase can be booked there. Booking online in advance is advisable, particularly at weekends, on public holidays and at popular visiting times. The operator confirms that tickets are time-slot based and currently include a 15-minute grace period.
Opening Hours
The Berlin TV Tower is regularly open at the following times:
- March to October
Daily from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm - November to February
Daily from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
The tower may be closed or have different opening hours on individual maintenance, event or closure days. Check the latest published opening hours before travelling.
Time slots at weekends, on public holidays and around sunset are particularly popular. Popular times may also sell out early during major events and in the run-up to Christmas.
The seasonal opening hours are also listed in the operator’s official FAQs.
Entrance and Getting to the Berlin TV Tower
The entrance to the Berlin TV Tower is located opposite Alexanderplatz S-Bahn station. Its central location makes the tower easy to reach by S-Bahn, U-Bahn, regional train, tram and bus.
Alexanderplatz station is served by several S-Bahn services as well as the U2, U5 and U8 underground lines. The entrance is only a few minutes’ walk from the stops.
If you are travelling by car, several paid multi-storey car parks are available nearby. As Alexanderplatz is a busy area and parking can be limited, public transport is usually the easier option.
Address:
Berlin TV Tower
Panoramastraße 1A
10178 Berlin
Security Check Before Going Up the Tower
All visitors undergo a security check before admission. Visitors pass through a metal detector and any bags they are carrying are inspected. This applies regardless of the type of ticket you have booked.
Short waits can therefore still occur with an online, Fast View or restaurant ticket. An online ticket means you do not have to queue at the ticket office, but it does not allow you to bypass the security check.
Bring only the items you need during your visit. This will generally make the security check quicker.
Luggage, Backpacks and Pushchairs
Larger items of luggage such as suitcases, large bags and shopping bags cannot be taken up the tower for safety reasons. Backpacks are currently limited to a maximum size of 45 × 35 × 20 centimetres.
There are no lockers or facilities for storing larger items of luggage at the Berlin TV Tower. If possible, arrive without suitcases or large bags.
Pushchairs cannot be taken up the tower either. They can be stored free of charge at the cloakroom during your visit. These restrictions and the current backpack dimensions are confirmed in the operator’s visitor information.
Visit Duration on the Observation Deck and in the Restaurant
Time inside the Berlin TV Tower is limited.
A visit to the observation deck is allocated 45 minutes. This period begins with your booked visit and covers your time on the observation level.
At the SPHERE Tim Raue restaurant, the maximum stay is one hour and 45 minutes. Your restaurant visit is linked to the booked time slot and table reservation.
With a restaurant ticket, you can visit the observation deck after your meal. The services, food and drinks included depend on the offer you have booked. The official visitor information confirms the 45-minute limit for the observation deck and the maximum stay of one hour and 45 minutes in the restaurant.
Accessibility and Access Restrictions
The Berlin TV Tower is not fully accessible. In an emergency, evacuation takes place via the stairs. For safety reasons, people who would not be able to leave the tower independently using the stairs cannot enter.
This applies in particular to wheelchair users and people who cannot move around without assistance or certain walking aids. However, it is not possible to make a general assessment for every type of mobility impairment.
If you are unsure whether the access restrictions affect you, check the individual requirements directly with the operator before booking a ticket. The operator explains that the restrictions are due to emergency evacuation requirements, as the lifts cannot be used in the event of a fire.
Visiting with Children
Children can visit the Berlin TV Tower. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by someone aged 18 or over.
Pushchairs cannot be taken onto the observation deck or into the restaurant. Free storage is available at the cloakroom.
Children also need a valid ticket in accordance with the conditions of the selected offer. Age limits and child prices may vary between ticket providers. Check these details before completing your booking. The minimum age requirement for unaccompanied visitors is confirmed by the operator.
Photography, Tripods and Drones
Private photography is permitted inside the Berlin TV Tower. Tripods and drones are not allowed.
When taking photographs, make sure you do not obstruct other visitors. Commercial photography or filming may require separate permission. The rules on private photography, tripods and drones are listed in the operator’s FAQs.
Animals and Assistance Dogs
Animals are not permitted inside the Berlin TV Tower for safety reasons.
An exception applies to appropriately trained assistance dogs. Bring the relevant documentation with you. If you are unsure about the requirements, check with the operator before your visit.
Checklist for Your Visit
Before travelling to the Berlin TV Tower, check the following:
- Valid ticket and booked time slot
- Current opening hours and possible closure dates
- Route to the tower and location of the entrance
- Permitted size of your backpack or bag
- No larger items of luggage or suitcases
- Allow enough time for the security check
- Leave pushchairs at the cloakroom
- Check mobility restrictions in advance if relevant
Frequently Asked Questions About Planning Your Visit
Answers to the main questions about tickets, admission, visit duration, luggage, accessibility and visiting the restaurant.
Do I need to book a ticket in advance?
Booking online in advance is not compulsory, but it is recommended. The ticket office only sells time slots that are still available. With an online ticket, you do not have to queue at the ticket office.
How early should I arrive at the Berlin TV Tower?
Allow enough time to reach the entrance and pass through the security check. Admission is tied to your booked time slot. The operator currently allows a 15-minute grace period.
Where is the entrance?
The entrance is opposite Alexanderplatz S-Bahn station. The address is Panoramastraße 1A, 10178 Berlin.
How long can I stay at the Berlin TV Tower?
The observation deck is allocated 45 minutes. The maximum stay in the restaurant is one hour and 45 minutes.
Can I bring a suitcase or backpack?
Larger items of luggage and suitcases are not permitted. Backpacks may currently measure no more than 45 × 35 × 20 centimetres. There are no lockers or luggage storage facilities at the tower.
Can I take a pushchair up the tower?
No. Pushchairs cannot be taken up the tower. They can be stored free of charge at the cloakroom.
Is the Berlin TV Tower wheelchair accessible?
No. For safety reasons, wheelchair users and people who would not be able to leave the tower independently using the stairs in an emergency cannot visit the tower.
Can I skip all queues with an online ticket?
No. An online ticket means you do not have to queue at the ticket office. The security check and possible short waits at the entrance or before the lift still apply.
Can I take photos at the Berlin TV Tower?
Private photography is permitted. Tripods and drones are not allowed.
Are animals allowed?
Animals are generally not permitted. Appropriately trained assistance dogs with suitable documentation are exempt.
Sources & Further Information
- Official Berlin TV Tower FAQs
- Official Information on Limited Accessibility
- Official Opening Hours and Closure Dates
- Official Berlin TV Tower Ticket Offers and Packages
Update notice
Opening hours, closure dates, time slots and visitor rules may change at short notice. The operator’s published information and the conditions displayed during the relevant booking process are authoritative.
