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Guide to the Olympiastadion Berlin: Information & Tickets

Built by the Nazis for the 1936 Olympic Games, the Olympiastadion Berlin is now an open-air venue for events of all kinds.

During a visit, you can get an idea of today's stadium as well as explore the past of the historic site.

In this guide, you will find out everything you need to know before visiting the Olympiastadion in Berlin, its history, as well as helpful visitor information.

Let's begin!

Things to do at the Olympiastadion Berlin

The Olympiastadion Berlin in the Westend district is a modern yet historic multi-functional arena. With around 300,000 visitors annually, it is one of Berlin's top sightseeing attractions .

1. Guided Tours of the Olympiastadion Berlin

If you want to delve deeper into the history of the Olympiastadion Berlin, you can join a guided tour to take a look behind the scenes and see places that the public doesn't get to see.

Not only will you learn all about the past and architecture of the historic site, but also about the highlights of sports history that were written here, such as the 2006 FIFA World Cup.

A guide will lead you through the Olympiastadion Berlin with expert information, and some tours also include the Olympiapark . Others focus on the Hertha BSC premises or look at the technology of the multifunctional arena.

Tip : A clear recommendation is the 60- to 75-minute highlight tour. The tour includes a visit to the locker rooms, the underground training hall and the VIP lounges.

2. Sightseeing Tour without a Guide

Those who prefer to explore the Olympic Stadium on their own can buy a time slot ticket to visit the stadium without a guide . Climb the stands of the Olympiastadion Berlin and enjoy the view of the empty stadium from the very top.

Head to the surrounding Olympiapark Berlin and follow the walking trail of history , which provides information about the past of the historic site. A total of 45 panels and displays in German and English give detailed information about the former "Reichssportfeld" and other special features.

For a small extra charge, you can rent a multimedia guide at the Olympiastadion Berlin visitor center. It leads through the area in 75 to 100 minutes and is available in German, English, Spanish, French and Italian.

• Important : When visiting without a guide, it is not possible to see the non-public areas, such as the players' cabins or VIP areas.

3. Attractions on the Site of the Olympiastadion Berlin

There are numerous buildings, sculptures and relics on the Olympic grounds that tell of the site's eventful history.

Here is a brief overview:

• (Olympic) Bell Tower : You can easily reach the observation deck of the Bell Tower near the stadium by elevator. For a small fee, it offers a wonderful view from Spandau to Alexanderplatz and, on a clear day, even as far as Potsdam and the Müggelberge mountains.
• Langemarck Hall : A few steps away from the bell tower is this memorial commemorating a World War I battle. The basement houses the exhibition "Historical Site Olympic Grounds 1909 - 1936 - 2006".
• Olympic Bell : The bell of the bell tower, formerly the Olympic Bell Tower, weighing several tons, fell onto the forecourt when the tower was blown up and was later buried by British soldiers. Today, the Olympic Bell, which was recovered in 1956, stands on the south side of the stadium, and the bell tower received a new bell in 1962.
• Waldbühne : The Waldbühne, venue of the 1936 Olympic gymnastics competitions, was inspired by ancient amphitheaters and today serves as an open-air stage for concerts.
• Maifeld : The Maifeld was created by the Nazis as a place for propaganda events.
• DFB Wall & Walk of Fame: The 40-meter-long graffiti presents the most important stages in the history of the Olympiastadion Berlin.

4. Events at Olympiastadion Berlin

Many events are held at the Olympiastadion Berlin every year. These include Hertha BSC home games, sporting events, concerts and many other major events.

• You can find an overview and tickets for the current and upcoming events here .
• If you have already bought a ticket or would like to buy one, you can view the seating plans here to check which block you are in.

Entrance, Tickets & Tours for the Olympiastadion Berlin

• Entrance : Olympiastadion Berlin is open daily. From November to March it is open from 10:00 -16:00; from April to October from 9:00 - 19:00. In August, the opening hours are 9:00 am - 8:00 pm.
• Tickets : Tickets for the self-guided sightseeing are available at the Visitor Center in front of the stadium. Tickets for the Bell Tower can be purchased at the tower ticket office.
• Tour : Since there is limited availability of guided tours, we recommend purchasing tickets online in advance. Online tickets for the Olympiastadion Highlight Tour are available here . Prices and dates for the other themed tours can be found on the official website .
• Travelers' Tip: If you want to discover the top attractions of the German capital in a very flexible way and on your own, we recommend the audio guide app Best of Berlin Tour by YourMobileGuide .

How to get to the Olympiastadion Berlin?

The Olympiastadion Berlin has two entrances: the East Gate entrance and the South Gate entrance .

• From Alexanderplatz : Take the S-Bahn S3 or S9 and get off at the stop "Olympiastadion". You will reach the South Gate entrance via the Flatowallee exit after 200 meters, and the East Gate entrance via the Trakehner Allee exit after 250 meters.
• From Potsdamer Platz : Go 14 stops on the U-Bahn line U2 to the "U Olympia-Stadion" stop. The East Gate entrance is about 500 meters away and the South Gate entrance is 870 meters away.

FAQ about the Olympiastadion Berlin

IN WHICH DISTRICT IS THE OLYMPIASTADION BERLIN LOCATED?

The Olympiastadion Berlin is located in the district Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf in the Westend neighborhood.  The address is: Olympiastadion Berlin, Olympischer Platz 3, 14053 Berlin

WHAT IS THE CAPACITY OF THE OLYMPIASTADION IN BERLIN?

The Olympiastadion Berlin has a seating capacity of 74,475, of which 38,020 are on the lower ring and 36,455 on the upper ring.

WHAT IS THE HEIGHT OF THE OLYMPIASTADION BERLIN?

The height of the Olympiastadion Berlin is 16.37 meters, with attic it is 21.26 meters.

WHO BUILT THE OLYMPIASTADION BERLIN?

When Berlin was named the site of the 1936 Olympic Games in 1931, the Nazis immediately recognized the prestige value of this international event and arranged for the planning of the Reichssportfeld , now the Olympiastadion. The architect Werner March was commissioned.

WHEN WAS THE OLYMPIASTADION BERLIN BUILT?

The Olympiastadion Berlin was built between 1934 and 1936 according to the plans of the architect Werner March on the occasion of the 1936 Summer Olympic Games. Before that, the "German Stadium" and the "Sports Forum" were located on the site. The opening took place on August 1, 1936.

WHO OWNS THE OLYMPIASTADION BERLIN?

The Olympiastadion Berlin is administered by the State of Berlin.

History & Facts about the Olympiastadion Berlin

The area was once home to a horse racing track, and during the times of the German Reich the "Deutsches Stadion" (German Stadium) and the "Sportforum" (Sports Forum) were built.

After Berlin was named the site of the 1936 Summer Olympics in 1931, the Nazis considered it highly prestigious and arranged for the buildings to be converted into the "Reichssportfeld". It was built from 1934 to 1936 according to the plans of the architect Werner March. By 1936, a symmetrical complex had been created with the Olympic Square, the Olympiastadion for 110,000 spectators, the Maifeld, the Bell Tower, the swimming stadium, the Waldbühne for 25,000 spectators and a parade ground for 500,000 people with a "Führer's Stage".

In the period after the Second World War, the area served the British occupation forces. After the denazification of the stadium in 1957, the former Reichssportfeld was listed as a historic monument a few years later. From 2000 to 2004, the Olympiastadion Berlin was modernized. It received 74,475 covered seats and continuous floodlighting.

Today, the Olympiastadion Berlin is a venue for events, concerts and sporting events as well as the home ground of the Bundesliga soccer team Hertha BSC. In 2006, the World Cup final and in 2015 the Champions League final took place here. Every year, the stadium hosts the final of the DFB Cup.

Contact & Map

• Address : Olympiastadion Berlin, Visitor Center, Olympischer Platz 3, 14053 Berlin.
• Opening Hours: Nov. - March 10am - 4pm; April - Oct. 9am - 7pm, August: 9am - 8pm
• Public Transport: S-Bahn: S5 to "Olympiastadion"; U-Bahn: U2 to "U Olympia-Stadion".
• Website : Olympiastadion.Berlin

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The Olympiastadion: The Complete Guide

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Olympiastadion Berlin

Massive and imposing, the Olympiastadion was originally built in Berlin for the 1936 Olympic Games. Today, it is still in use. Here's how to visit the Olympic Stadium to witness an excellent—yet sobering—example of the architecture favored by the National Socialist Party , picture Jesse Owen's record-breaking wins, or attend one of Germany's top festivals or concerts.

History of Berlin's Olympic Stadium

Construction of the stadium began in the early 1930s, on the site of an older athletics center. It was to be the centerpiece of an entire sports complex: the Reichssportfeld (known today as Olympiagelände Berlin), which housed other structures like the Waldbühne amphitheater. Adolf Hitler hoped architect Werner March's imposing design would set the stage for the Nazis to prove their total superiority at the Olympics. Officially opening on August 1, 1936 at the opening ceremony of the Games, the Olympiastadion had the capacity to hold 100,000 people.

Despite Hitler's attempt to use the Games to demonstrate Aryan supremacy, African American athlete Jesse Owen dominated in track and field; he won four gold medals in the 100 meters, 200 meters, long jump, and 4 × 100-meter relay.

Since the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, the Olympiastadion has endured many changes. At the beginning of the Second World War, a portion of the complex was transformed into an underground bunker and storage unit for munitions, food, and wine. In 1972, it underwent major renovations—including the addition of two partial roofs—to prepare for the 1974 World Cup.

By the 1990s, the stadium was once again in need of work. There was debate whether it should be rebuilt as a football-specific stadium, or simply renovated as a multi-purpose space. It was decided that it should be kept true to form, and revamped with better seating, luxury suites, a new roof, and total capacity placed at 74,475. On August 1, 2004, the Olympiastadion's 68th anniversary, the modernized site re-opened.

Today, the site is used for concerts and sports; past competitions held here include the 1937 German football championship, 2006 FIFA World Cup, 2009 IAAF World Championships in Athletics, FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2011, and the UEFA Champions League Finale 2015.

Of course, the Olympiastadion is an attraction all on its own. The stadium is home to the beloved football club—Hertha BSC—with tours available of the VIP areas, changing rooms, and the underground warm-up training hall. Even on non-event days, an estimated 300,000 visitors come to Olympiastadion.

What to See at the Olympiastadion

• Ostkurve: The "east curve" section of the stadium is always reserved for Hertha fans. Expect it to be filled with enthusiastic blue and white fans.
• Bell Tower (Glockenturm): Constructed of limestone, this 253-foot-high observation tower was also designed by Werner March. Visitors can ride the elevator up to the highest point on the site and get the best view over Olympiagelände (Olympiapark). Admission costs 4.50 euros (about $4.85) for adults.
• Langemarckhalle : Between the columns on the outer walkway, there is an exhibition on the history of the site, and a memorial dedicated to fallen soldiers from WWI.
• Guided Tours : These can last anywhere from one hour to 120 minutes. You have a few options: You can take a tour of the highlights, a tour dedicated to the Hertha football team, or a premium tour (which explores Olympiapark's culture, sports, and architecture). Tours are offered in several languages (the English language one runs every day at 11:30 a.m.). Note that there are tours on days with scheduled events. If you miss the tour, take advantage of the free app with insider tips, video and audio files, and an in-depth tour.
• DFB-Pokal Final: Every spring, the Olympic Stadium hosts the German football cup final.
• ISTAF international track and field meet: Held every September at the stadium.
• Concerts: Every summer, Olympiastadion transforms into one of the best open-air stages in the country. Among the many big names that have played here include the Rolling Stones, Madonna, and Coldplay.
• Run the Track: You don't have to be a professional athlete to run on the legendary track. There are regular events for amateurs like B2RUN or BIG25.

How to Visit the Olympiastadion

If you go to an event like a football match, you can wander the grounds to your heart's delight and enjoy the Olympic Stadium as it is meant to be enjoyed. To come here on non-event days, you need to purchase visitor tickets. Admission costs 8 euros (about $8.60), which includes entry to the bell tower. There are also family rates of 19 euros (about $20.50) as well as individual discounts. Visitors with the Berlin welcome card receive free entry without a guide.

Opening hours are generally from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., although winter hours (November to March) are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Olympic Stadium is located about 4 miles to the west of Berlin , and can be reached in 25 to 40 minutes via Berlin's public transit system . You can take the underground (U-Bahn) line of the U2 to the U Olympia-Stadion stop, or the S-Bahn line of the S5 to the S Olympiastadion stop. You could also hop on bus lines M49 or 218, which would require a short walk.

If you drive to the Olympic Stadium , there is ample parking available on non-event days. Note that during events, parking is much more limited.

What to Do Near Olympiastadion

You'd be forgiven for forgetting you are in the capital of Germany : The stadium is surrounded by woods. Among the trees, you'll find various parks, sports facilities, and a history trail that wanders through the Olympic site. Featuring 45 panels in English and German, the trail covers Olympiapark's origins and development under the Nazi regime.

Next to the stadium, there is an open-air swimming pool (Sommerbad) that has a fascinating design and top-notch facilities.

There are limited food and drink options outside the stadium; luckily, it is an easy ride back into the city, and you can find everything from street eats to fine dining accessible via public transport.

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All you need to know about Olympistadion Berlin tours

Even though some wanted to demolish it in the 1990s, Olympiastadion Berlin is mostly beloved by the supporters. Not just that of Hertha Berlin, the home side, but of the neutrals as well. Even non-football fans love the ground as it is a multi-sport arena and an architectural marvel. Hence, even the tours of the Olympiastadion Berlin aren't reserved for just the fans of the sport and go beyond it.

Since the reopening after the renovation done in 2004, it's reported that 300,000 people visit Olympiastadion Berlin tours. That's not including events like matches, concerts, or other organized mass gatherings. It's simply tour numbers.

Olympiastadion Berlin tours tickets

First thing is a must, the tickets for the tours can be bought online at the stadium's online shop. Yet, the issue is that the website isn't available in English. So without the use of a third-party translator, it's going to be a difficult to manage.

You can buy the tour tickets on the spot, as the booth is located on the eastern side of the stadium (Olympischer Platz 3). Near the car parking lot and on the natural way to the stadium from the nearest subway station.

It's possible to pay with debit and credit cards, as well as in cash (euros).

There are numerous tours to pick from, both guided and unguided. In German or in English.

During non-guided visits, guests can move around the stadium freely and enjoy the view from different sections. Boards and displays are set up to provide context and information about the history of the building.

Multimedia guides are also available and can provide information about the stadium without the need for a guide.

Bicycles and dogs are not allowed to enter.

The tours are not completely wheelchair accessible. The stadium organization asks wheelchair users who would like to take part in the tour to register in advance.

Specific Olympiastadion Berlin tours

Highlight tour.

The Highlight tour shows areas not available to the public, VIP area, changing rooms, and the underground warm-up training hall. Then, the tour ends with the guide providing info while the visitors sit on very the edge of the blue tartan track. The tour lasts around 60 minutes.

Adult ticket price - €15,00

Reduced ticket price €12,50* *For pupils, students, severely disabled, military or community service members, trainees, unemployed and social security recipients. Valid identification is always required.

Children's ticket price - €11,00 (6 - 14 years)

Family card - €33,00 (two adults and three children between the ages of six and 14)

Highlight tour group

The Highlight tour group offers the same access while it may last for up to 75 minutes.

Group ticket price - €260,00 (maximum 20 adults)

Small group ticket price - €169,00 (maximum 10 adults)

School group ticket price - €198,00 (maximum 20 people, children and teachers combined)

Small school group ticket price - €139,00 (maximum 10 people, children and teachers combined)

Premium tour

The Premium tour delivers on the name as it lasts for 120 minutes and you can explore the non-public areas of the Olympiastadion Berlin as well as the broader area known as the Olympiapark.

Adult ticket price - €18,00

Reduced ticket price €15,00*

Children's ticket price - €12,50 (6 - 14 years)

Family card - €45,00 (two adults and three children between the ages of six and 14)

Hertha BSC tour

The Hertha BSC tour is advertised as a must for the fans of the local team, but football fanatics, in general, will be amazed. This tour provides a look behind the scenes into the Hertha Berlin dressing room, relaxation pool, and press conference area. The adjacent amateur ground is visited as well, along with the nearby training grounds. With some luck (or cunning planning) you can see the players training then.

Thematic Tours

The Thematic Tours of Olympiastadion Berlin provide three options to explore extensively: history, architecture, and sports! Each lasting 90 minutes and diving deeper into the selected area. Making the visit to the Olympiastadion Berlin an event worth repeating.

Group ticket price - €310,00 (maximum 20 adults)

Small group ticket price - €185,00 (maximum 10 adults)

School group ticket price - €255,00 (maximum 20 people, children and teachers combined)

Small school group ticket price - €179,00 (maximum 10 people, children and teachers combined)

Birthday tour

The Birthday tour of Olympiastadion Berlin is a bit surprising but a welcomed breath of fresh air. It offers an exclusive tour of the stadium and the places usually closed down for the public like dressing rooms and warm-up areas. The kids will also be able to take part in some sports events like playing football, long jump, and foot races. Includes refreshments in the stadium restaurant and a surprise gift for the birthday boy or girl.

Group price - €325,00 (maximum 10 children and one adult, the price for one additional adult is €25)

Technology tour

The Technology tour of Olympiastadion Berlin examines what is usually taken from granted until it's looked at closely - the science and engineering behind operating such a massive ground. Particularly interesting for this ground as it is a historic structure updated for modern needs. The 90-minute tour explains the infrastructure, security, energy management, lighting, video, sound, etc.

Group ticket price - €260,00 (for up to 15 people)

School groups - €198,00

Exclusive Technology tour

The Exclusive Technology tour has a minimum entry age of 18 and it's easy to understand why as the main bargaining chip is a walk on the roof of the Olympiastadion Berlin! Where views through the translucent membrane of the roof allows for the views of the pitch and the terraces to be enjoyed, while still learning about the technicalities of the stadium.

Group ticket price - €310,00 (for up to 15 people)

School groups - €255,00 (must be over 18 years old)

Things to note about the Olympiastadion Berlin tours? The players' changing rooms and VIP areas aren't open for visits without a tour guide. Private tours can be booked in a maximum advance of six to eight weeks. No dogs allowed. No bicycles allowed. No places for luggage storage are available. No walking on the pitch. No walking on the blue tracks. Photos are allowed for private use. Parking is free of charge. You will receive a map of the entire site upon buying the ticket at the booth. Visitation of the Bell Tower and the structure beneath it are NOT included in any of the tours.

The stadium has been awarded the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor for the fifth time in a row so Olympiastadion Berlin seems like a place not to miss out on even if games or concerts aren’t happening.

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How to Take a Tour of Olympic Stadium in Berlin

This post will give you an introduction to Berlin’s historic 1930s-era Olympic Stadium or ‘Olympiastadion.’ We will also include recommendations on tickets and how to plan your visit, along with some details about what you can expect to see on a tour of the stadium.

Ticket Information

Plan your visit.

• Guided Tours

What You’ll See

• Free Tours By Foot

The original plans for the Olympic Stadium were spurred by Germany’s winning of the license to host the 1916 Olympic Games, thus ensuring plans would be set for a stadium in Charlottenburg, nestled within the area’s Grunewald Forest.

However the games were canceled due to WWI, and thus the foundations of a ‘German Sports Forum’ on the eventual building site were left untouched for years.

In 1931, Germany was selected a second time, this time giving the Nazi Party an opportunity to spread its propaganda to a wider audience when they came into power in 1933.

Adolf Hitler placed architect Werner March in charge of the building of an enormous sports complex named ‘Reichssportfeld’, including an entirely new stadium.

Construction took place between the years of 1934 and 1936. Ultimately covering 132 Hectares (326 acres) of land, the complex included various additional sporting venues such as the 50k capacity Maifeld, the 25k capacity Waldbühne amphitheater, and finally the 110k capacity Olympiastadion, complete with a special stand for Adolf Hitler and his entourage.

The only significant part of the complex to be destroyed during the war was the Bell Tower, a 77-meter tall spectacle used as an observation deck by officials. This tower contained the Olympic bell, originally designed for the 1936 Olympics. It was rebuilt by architect Werner March in 1962 using the original design.

During the final battle of WWII, the Soviet army fought to gain control of the stadium, but there wasn’t much damage caused at the time. After the fall of Hitler's Third Reich in WWII, the stadium was briefly used as barracks for the British army, who used the Bell Tower for anti-tank target practice, as it fell within the British-run section of West Berlin.

Since then, Olympic Stadium has become the official home of Berlin's Hertha BSC soccer team and hosts the annual German Cup.

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If you want to take a tour of the Olympic Stadium, the price of admission will be included with your ticket price. You can find more information about the cost of this tour in our tour information section .

For those who would rather just visit Olympic Stadium without taking the tour, you are free to purchase standard admission and take a look around at your leisure.

That said, it is important to note that there are some areas you cannot visit without a professional tour guide.

TIP: Admission to Olympic Stadium is included for free with the Berlin Pass . If you plan on seeing other famous sites in the city, this is a great way to save money on several different activities.

Self-Guided Tour Tickets

• €8/Adults | €5.50/Concessions
• €4/Children (6-14 years old)
• €16/Family Card (2 adults and 3 children)
• Concession pricing is available for students, disabled people, and groups of 10 or more visitors

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For an additional €2 per person, you can get a multimedia guide. This guide is available as an app and headset which – in conjunction with your phone – function as a GPS.

The entire audio tour will last between 75-100 minutes, so even if you can’t make the guided tour, you can still learn a lot about the stadium while you’re here.

Multimedia guides are accessible until 2 pm from November - March until 4 pm from April - October, and until 5 pm in August.

They are also included for free when you purchase your tickets ahead of time .

Along with the tours offered at Olympic Stadium, you can also purchase tickets for the nearby Bell Tower (Olympia-Glockenturm) to get an incredible view of both the venue and the city of Berlin. Admission for this attraction is very reasonable, but it is a separate cost which you will have to pay for individually.

• €5/Adults | €3/Children
• €4/Groups of 10 or more
• €3.50/Students
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TIP: If you’re more interested in seeing various sites around the city center, you may want to consider an alternative observation deck such as Panoramapunkt , Berliner Dom , the TV Tower or the Reichstag Dome .

Olympic Stadium also offers tours on days when there are no other previously scheduled events. These tours will allow you to see locations that are usually off-limits to self-guided visitors. If you want to experience more of the stadium and learn more about its history, this tour is an excellent opportunity.

The cost of admission is included in the price of this tour.

Highlight Tour Tickets

• €11/Adults | €9.50/Concessions
• €8/Children (6-14 years old)
• €24/Family Card (2 adults and 3 children)

Purchase tickets for the Highlight Tour

This is the most frequent tour offered at Olympiastadion, but there are a few others you may want to consider. For more details about both the highlight tour and other excursions, make sure to read our tour information section .

This section will provide a plethora of information to make your trip as fun and easy as possible. We will include information about hours of operation, best times to visit, what to expect and how to get there.

Hours of Operation

If you plan on seeing a game or attending an event at the Olympic Stadium, the hours of operation will depend upon the organizers of that event. Guided tours of the stadium won’t be available on these days. If you are interested in taking the tour, you can expect the following hours.

• Stadium Hours: 9 am - 7 pm
• Tour Hours: 10 am - 6 pm
• Tours are offered hourly
• Tour hours may vary

During some days and at certain times of the year, tour availability may be reduced to once every two hours. For more details on opening hours, make sure to check the official Olympic Stadium hours of operation .

If you want to visit the nearby Bell Tower (Olympia-Glockenturm) as well, you can expect slightly different hours.

• 9 am - 8 pm
• 9 am - 6 pm

For more details about the Bell Tower, visit our ticket information section .

To learn more about Olympic Stadium tours, please read our tour information section .

Best Times To Visit

Visitors who are planning to come for the stadium tour probably won’t have to worry about large crowds. Due to the fact that they don’t offer these tours during special events and game days, you’ll always be visiting during off hours when few people are likely to be in the stadium.

As you can see, there really aren’t any bad times to come during weekdays. Most major events take place on or around the weekends, so you can expect a much larger crowd at those times.

Tour groups are kept to a maximum of 30 guests, so you can rest assured that you probably won’t have much trouble getting around during this activity.

If you plan on visiting the nearby Bell Tower (Olympia-Glockenturm), you can expect things to get crowded every now and then. In particular, the late morning appears to be a very popular time for this attraction.

Sunset is one of the best times to visit the Bell Tower, as it isn’t very crowded and you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy wonderful views of the city and Olympic Stadium. 

What To Expect

You are greeted upon entrance to the visitor center with an introductory film (in English). After this, you will be allowed access to explore the stadium yourself or potentially take a guided tour if there are open spots.

Not only do their guided tours provide historical information about the location, but you will also be allowed to visit certain places that are off-limits to visitors who choose to explore the stadium on their own.

If you want to visit the stadium’s Bell Tower (also known as Olympia-Glockenturm), you will need to pay an additional €5 for admission to the site. This service is separate from the Olympic Stadium tour and you will need to purchase another ticket for it. The Bell Tower offers exciting views across the stadium and the city of Berlin.

TIP: Visitors looking for an alternative may want to consider going to an observation deck such as Panoramapunkt , Berliner Dom , TV Tower or the Reichstag Dome .

Olympic Stadium tours will take about one hour, but you could spend even more time looking around on your own. As a result, you should plan on being here for between 1-2 hours .

If you plan on visiting the Bell Tower as well, you should set aside another 30-60 minutes for that activity.

One of the few persistent complaints about the stadium is the refreshment prices; a single small coffee costs €3.10. If you plan on going during lunch time, consider getting something to eat either before or after your trip to Olympic Stadium. Unfortunately, outside food is usually not allowed inside Olympiastadion.

If you would like to consider attending a major event such as a sports match or concert at the stadium, check out their official website for event dates.

Online reviews state that the atmosphere tends to be very exciting when Berlin’s local soccer team Hertha plays, though many reviewers criticise the sound quality of concerts. One occasional criticism online is that smoking is allowed inside the venue, which may be a nuisance to some visitors.

No bags of any kind are allowed inside the stadium, and according to online reviews, the wait to rent a locker for one's bag can take some time. If you want to avoid the wait altogether, consider using one of the many bag storage services available in Berlin .

Visitors should also be aware that – like many Berlin venues – Olympic Stadium is a cash-only venue, so be sure to visit an ATM beforehand.

All significant areas are wheelchair-accessible, but there are no wheelchair rentals available on-site. Prams are allowed in the stadium, but it is important to note that you may need to carry them up some stairs depending on where you want to go.

Photographs are allowed for private use, but you will not be allowed to take photos for commercial use unless you obtain permission from the press office. You will not be allowed to record the entire tour.

How to get to the Olympic Stadium

Olympic Stadium is accessible by various modes of public transportation, each of which leaves visitors with a short, clearly signposted walk to the gates.

The under and overground train station ‘Olympiastadion’ is served by the U2 U-Bahn line and S9 S-Bahn line. Each line provides direct travel times of roughly half an hour from central Berlin stations such as Friedrichstraße and Alexanderplatz.

If you look at the map above you will see that the U-Bahn and S-Bahn exits for the station are in separate locations. The ‘P’ denotes parking.

Tour Information

Whenever there are no scheduled events, Olympic Stadium offers fully guided tours. Depending on when you choose to visit, tours will take place either hourly or once every 2 hours.

No matter when you choose to arrive, you’ll have the opportunity to look around many of the open areas of the stadium at your leisure both before and after the tours. For more details on hours of operation, check our plan your visit section .

English-language tours which last between 60-75 minutes can be booked either ahead of time or on-site. If you want to avoid sold out tours, you should purchase your tickets before arriving.

Apart from the highlight tour, there is also a premium option which lasts for a total of 2 hours and includes a guided walk through Olympiapark. If that isn’t of interest, you may also want to consider their Hertha BSC tour which focuses on the football team that calls this stadium home.

Premium Tour Tickets

• €13/Adults | €11.50/Concessions
• €10/Children (6-14 years old)
• €28/Family Card (2 adults and 3 children)

Purchase tickets for the Premium Tour

Hertha BSC Tour Tickets

• €12/Adults | €10.50/Concessions
• €9/Children (6-14 years old)
• €26/Family Card (2 adults and 3 children)

Purchase tickets for the Hertha BSC Tour

These tours are not as frequent, so you will definitely need to purchase them well in advance in order to secure your spot.

If you want to learn more about the history of the Olympic Stadium and how it has been used, there is a 6-hour tour-by-bus you may want to consider. This tour will take you from Berlin to Olympiastadion in a VW Bus, explaining some of the histories about the location along the way. Once you’re there, you will learn about what happened during the Olympic games which were held here in 1936. Entrance fees are not included.

Olympic Games 6-Hour Tour

• €101 per person
• Duration: 6 hours
• Tours start at 9:30 am

There are a lot of different things to see at the Olympic Stadium. In addition to the main building, there are several attractions and notable landmarks around Olympiastadion as well. This section will discuss a few of the more notable items you might want to see while you’re here.

Bell Tower (Olympia-Glockenturm)

After being demolished in 1947 as a result of WWII, this tower was rebuilt and designed as pretty much an exact replica of the original in 1963. You can still visit the top of the tower today, but a separate ticket will be required to gain entry. For more details, check our ticket information section .

Langemarck Hall

Located right outside the park, this WWI memorial pays tribute to 80,000 young soldiers who were killed during a battle in the Belgian village Langemarck on November 11th, 1914. There is an exhibition about this event in the basement of this hall.

The Horse Tamers

These statues were created by Josef Wackerle, one of the most important artists during the rule of the Third Reich. Found right outside the stadium, these sculptures can be seen facing in the direction of the Bell Tower and looking out across the Maifeld.

The Olympic Bell

Even if you’re not interested in paying more to see the top of the Bell Tower, you should definitely take a good look at the original bell from this site. The original Olympic bell featured a design with the olympic rings and an eagle, as well as the motto ‘I call the youth of the world’ and two swastikas.

Goddess of Victory

This sculpture of the Greek Goddess Nike can be found near the Saxon Gate. Designed by Willy Mellers, this is one of the bigger statues near the stadium. In her right hand, she holds out a bundle of oak leaves – a German symbol for Victory.

Wall of Fame

Take a moment to learn about some of the more historic moments that have happened here with the help of this Wall of Fame. This installation includes 75 years of sporting history which has taken place at Olympiastadion.

Relay Runner & Discus Thrower

Standing 7 meters tall, these statues can be found surrounding the outer walking path around the stadium. Designed by Karl Albiker, they are both an excellent example of the type of artwork that was fairly prevalent during the early days of National Socialism in Germany.

Olympic Gate

This is the original gate into the stadium, and the Olympic rings can still be seen hanging above. On either side of the gate, there are two pillars with clocks representing two of the German tribes – one named the Bayernturm and the other Preussenturm.

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U.S. News Insider Tip: Review the upcoming schedule of events for Olympiastadion Berlin and try to catch a Hertha BSC football match – the energy is electric! – Michael Cappetta

Olympiastadion Berlin is a large, majestic stadium in Berlin's Olympischer Platz neighborhood that has the capacity to host up to 74,000 fans. The stadium is known as the home of Hertha BSC, a popular German soccer team, and host to a variety of special events throughout the year, including Lollapalooza Berlin, an annual music festival held in September. It's also known for its dark history. The stadium originally opened in 1936 for the Summer Olympics, often referred to as the "Nazi Olympics" for the widespread Nazi propaganda on display during the games. 

To gain a better understanding of the stadium's history, past visitors recommended opting for a guided tour. The hourlong "Highlights Tour" takes participants to areas of the stadium not normally accessible to the public, such as the underground warm-up training hall and the VIP areas. Along the way, your guide will share information about the stadium’s history and architecture. Tickets for the “Highlights Tour” cost 15 euros (about $16) for adults and 11 euros (about $12) for children ages 6 to 14. Sports fans may be interested in the “Hertha BSC Tour,” which takes visitors behind the scenes of how the football operation works, including the training rooms and locker rooms. Tickets for this tour cost 18 euros (about $20) for adults and 12.50 euros (around $13) for children ages 6 to 14.

The stadium is conveniently located on the U2 (underground train line) off the Olympiastadion stop. It is also accessible by bicycle or ride-share, just a short drive from the city center. For more information, visit the official website .

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The Olympic Stadium

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