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Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom): free entry days, tickets & hours
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Berliner Dom is free for some visitors, not for everyone.
- Free for: 'Stunde der Dommusik' (Hour of Cathedral Music) on Saturdays at 18:00 is free; Children under 18 free with a paying adult (family ticket costs the same as one adult); Companion of a severely disabled visitor (50%+) enters free.
- Otherwise: standard ticket (incl. audio guide, dome walk, crypt, museum) — €15.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free event'Stunde der Dommusik' (Hour of Cathedral Music) on Saturdays at 18:00 is free · 18:00–19:00 | people attending a service (worship only, no sightseeing) | 45-minute liturgical concert devotion; once a month held as an Anglican Choral Evensong. Not a sightseeing visit. No bags larger than A3. | No |
| Free forChildren under 18 free with a paying adult (family ticket costs the same as one adult) | under-18s | Up to 4 children per adult; a concession adult with children pays €12. | No |
| Free forCompanion of a severely disabled visitor (50%+) enters free | carers of visitors with disabilities | The disabled visitor pays the €12 concession; proof required. | No |
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- The Hohenzollern Crypt reopened on 1 March 2026 after renovation and is included in the ticket, as is the dome walk (views from 50 m).
- Free 30-minute short tours at 13:00, 14:00 and 15:00 are included with the visit ticket.
- Saturday 18:00 'Stunde der Dommusik' is free - a good way to hear the Sauer organ without a ticket.
- Bags larger than A3 are not allowed; lockers in the basement are limited.
Calendar
Free days at Berliner Dom
For people attending a service (worship only, no sightseeing)
- SAT24OCTSaturday, 24 October 2026 · today · 18:00–19:00
- SAT31OCTSaturday, 31 October 2026 · in 7 days · 18:00–19:00
- SAT7NOVSaturday, 7 November 2026 · in 2 weeks · 18:00–19:00
- SAT14NOVSaturday, 14 November 2026 · in 3 weeks · 18:00–19:00
- SAT21NOVSaturday, 21 November 2026 · in 4 weeks · 18:00–19:00
- SAT28NOVSaturday, 28 November 2026 · in 5 weeks · 18:00–19:00
Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: Berliner Dom
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Official prices
Berliner Dom ticket prices
| Standard ticket (incl. audio guide, dome walk, crypt, museum) — Concession €12; Berlin WelcomeCard €11. Tickets valid one year from purchase. Short 30-minute tours at 13:00/14:00/15:00 are free with the visit ticket. | €15 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 09:00–18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 09:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 09:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 09:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 09:00–18:00 |
| Sun | 12:00–18:00 |
Visits Monday-Saturday 9:00-18:00, Sunday 12:00-18:00; last admission 17:00. Hours may change for services and events - check the daily calendar.
Am Lustgarten, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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FAQ
Berliner Dom: common questions
Is Berliner Dom free?
Berliner Dom has no free entry for everyone. Also free: 'Stunde der Dommusik' (Hour of Cathedral Music) on Saturdays at 18:00 is free; Children under 18 free with a paying adult (family ticket costs the same as one adult); Companion of a severely disabled visitor (50%+) enters free. Otherwise the official ticket costs €15.
When are the free days at Berliner Dom for people attending a service (worship only, no sightseeing)?
Upcoming free dates for people attending a service (worship only, no sightseeing): Sat 24 Oct (18:00–19:00), Sat 31 Oct (18:00–19:00), Sat 7 Nov (18:00–19:00) and Sat 14 Nov (18:00–19:00). Bring proof of eligibility; booking rules are listed above.
Who gets free entry to Berliner Dom?
Under-18s — up to 4 children per adult; a concession adult with children pays €12.. Carers of visitors with disabilities — the disabled visitor pays the €12 concession; proof required..
How much is a ticket to Berliner Dom?
Standard ticket (incl. audio guide, dome walk, crypt, museum) costs €15 on the official site.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- berlinerdom.de/en/dates/ · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
- berlinerdom.de/en/visiting/service/visitors-service/ · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
- berlinerdom.de/besuchen-wissen/service/besucherservice/ · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
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