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Berliner Rathaus review Rate it
This magnificent building was constructed of terracotta brick during the 1860s. The history of Berlin up to that point is illustrated in a series of 36 reliefs on the façade. During communist times, it served as East Berlin's town hall - which made its old nickname, Rotes Rathaus ('Red Town Hall'), after the colour of the façade, doubly fitting. West Berlin's city government workers moved here from their town hall, Rathaus Schöneberg, in 1991.
Berliner Rathaus details
Area South
Transport U2, U5, U8, S5, S7, S9, S75, Alexanderplatz
Telephone 030 902 60, 030 9026 2523 guided tours
Open 9am-6pm Mon-Fri. Guided tours by appointment
Admission free
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