Berlin TV Tower
The Berlin TV Tower is one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Head right to the top for a spectacular view of Berlin's top landmarks such as Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz from 207 m in the sky. Book Berlin TV Tower tickets with us to get skip-the-line entry and dine at the Revolving Restaurant Sphere for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
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Visit during off-peak hours: To experience a less crowded environment and potentially shorter waiting times, plan your visit during off-peak hours. Early mornings or late afternoons on weekdays are generally quieter than weekends and midday periods.
Check weather conditions: Check the weather forecast before your visit to ensure clear skies and clear visibility from the observation deck.
Book a restaurant table in advance: Make sure to book your table at the Sphere Restaurant in advance, for it attracts a large number of visitors throughout the year. The restaurant revolves every 30 minutes, where you can enjoy fine dining with 360-degree views.
Try the virtual tour: When visiting the Berlin TV Tower, make sure to try the Berlin Odyssey, a virtual tour, detailing the journey of how the city evolved from the Middle Ages to the present day.
Visit nearby attractions: The Berlin Cathedral, the Brandenburg Gate, and the DDR Museum are some popular attractions located near the TV Tower. You can plan a day trip and cover all these attractions. Alexanderplatz is also a vibrant area, with lots of shops and bustling restaurants.
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About Berlin TV Tower
The Berlin TV Tower is a prominent icon in the city’s skyline and offers breathtaking views from its observation deck. The tower also offers a revolving Sphere Restaurant, which turns every 30 minutes, making for a unique dining experience. If you want to know more about the city’s history and construction process, consider the virtual tour, Berlin’s Odyssey. The symbolic nature of the TV Tower extends beyond its architecture and embodies Berlin’s resilience and ability to transform from a divided city into a vibrant, united metropolis.
Secret bugging device: During the Cold War, the West German intelligence agency discovered that the German Democratic Republic had hidden a listening device in the Tower's sphere. This allowed them to eavesdrop on conversations in nearby government buildings and even the US Embassy. The device was operational for several years until its discovery in the 1990s.
Easter egg lighting: The TV Tower has a quirky tradition during Easter. Every year, the tower's sphere is transformed into a giant Easter egg with special lighting arrangements. This festive touch adds a playful and unexpected element to the iconic structure, delighting locals and tourists.
Original design modification: The original design of the TV Tower included a cross at the top. However, the communist government decided to remove the cross during construction, as it was considered a religious symbol. The decision sparked controversy and was seen as a political statement in the officially atheist German Democratic Republic.
Giant World Cup Ball: In 2006, during the FIFA World Cup hosted by Germany, the TV Tower was transformed into a giant football. This creative illumination was part of the city's celebrations, showcasing the tower's adaptability for special events and its role as a symbol of unity and festivity.
Weather-dependent shadow: On clear days, the tower casts a distinct shadow on the cityscape, creating a captivating visual effect. The length and clarity of this shadow vary based on the time of day and atmospheric conditions, adding an element of unpredictability to the tower's presence in Berlin's skyline.
Why visit Berlin TV Tower?
Highlights
Breathtaking views
The Berlin TV Tower offers panoramic views of the city from its observation deck, which is located at a height of 203 meters. On a clear day, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the city, including landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Cathedral, and the Reichstag.
Revolving Restaurant
At around 207 meters above the ground, the TV Tower has a rotating restaurant called the ‘Sphere’. You can enjoy fine dining while taking in the ever-changing views of the city.
Observation deck
The TV Tower observation deck features floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing visitors to view the cityscape from different angles. It has information panels that provide details about the various landmarks visible from the tower.
Lighting display
The TV Tower is often illuminated in various colors during the evening, creating a striking visual spectacle against the night sky. The lighting display adds to the tower's prominence on the Berlin skyline.
Fast-view elevator
The high-speed elevator takes visitors up to the top of the Berlin TV Tower in a very short time. It is a quick and efficient way to reach the tower and also makes for a unique experience.
Virtual reality tour
Some of the most recent modern installations in the Berlin TV Tower include a virtual reality tour of the history and construction process of the Tower, called the Berlin Odyssey. In around 12 to 15 minutes, you can cover the city’s history, from the Middle Ages to the present day.
Plan your visit
Main entrance
The Berlin TV Tower has one main entrance for visitors, located at the base of the tower near Alexanderplatz. Depending on where you are traveling from, you can catch any of the U-Bahn lines- U2, U5, or U8 to reach Alexanderplatz. The TV Tower is a short walk away from the metro station.
You can dine at the Sphere Restaurant and enjoy fine meals and 360-degree views from the top of the TV Tower. You can also get a drink at the adjacent bar.
There is free Wi-Fi inside the Berlin TV Tower. You can download audio guides or more information about the history of the tower.
There is a toilet beside the bar on top of the Berlin TV Tower.
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