Reichstag Building

Building Berlin, Berlin, Germany

What to expect

The Reichstag building is a historic legislative government building that is the seat of the German Bundestag. It is also the meeting place of the Federal Convention, which elects the President of Germany. The building was constructed between 1884 and 1894 in the Tiergarten district and has undergone several renovations, including a major redesign by Norman Foster from 1995 to 1999. The building features a landmark glass dome above the plenary chamber and is an important symbol of the city. Visitors can explore the building and learn about its history and significance

Plan your family visit to the Reichstag Building with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took a free tour of the Reichstag. "Free Reichstag tours are available in many variants, even if you are visiting Berlin with children. Family tours take place on weekends and public holidays at 10 a.m., 12.30 p.m. and 2.30 p.m."

Highlights: We enjoyed the free tour of the Reichstag. The tour explained the tasks, working methods and composition of the parliament and the history and architecture of the Reichstag building ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Reichstag building and joined a family tour through the Bundestag. We also visited the Kuppel (dome) and the Dachterrasse (rooftop terrace)

Highlights: The family tour was good, but it wasn't really suitable for children under 10. The view from the top, over 40 meters high, was fantastic! We could even enjoy a coffee ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: The bus tour continues to the Reichstag building. Before that, we see the Federal Chancellery on the left. The Reichstag is also on the left. The Brandenburg Gate can be seen on the right at the end of a pedestrian alley

Highlights: The kids enjoyed seeing the Reichstag. We could get off the bus to see it more closely. It was a highlight of the tour ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Reichstag building and climbed to the top of the glass dome for a panoramic view of the city

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the elevator ride to the top, and we appreciated the stunning view of the city ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took a short detour so that Silas could see 'Frau Merkel's workplace' from the outside, but didn't go to the chancellery

Highlights: The kids were still eager to see the sights. It was a brief stop to acknowledge a significant landmark ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Berlin and saw the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag building. It was a must-see with kids!

Highlights: My kids developed an interest in seeing the city they always hear about in the news. It was a great experience seeing the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag with my own eyes ✨