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Botanical Garden
Kiel · 2.7km from downtown
Aussichtsplattform Schleuse
Kiel · 4.8km from downtown
Olympic Center Schilksee Kiel Landeshauptadt
Kiel · 12km from downtown
Old Botanical Garden, Kiel
Kiel · 1.8km from downtown
Falckensteiner Strand
Kiel · 9.6km from downtown
Schilksee Strandbad
Schilksee · 982m from downtown
Old Levensau Bridge
Kiel · 5.8km from downtown
Museum Island
Museum Island is located in the center of Berlin, a museum complex at the northern end of Spree Island, with the river flowing around both sides. In 1999, this complex was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. At the southern end, the Altes Museum faces the Berlin Cathedral across the tree-lined Lustgarten. Moving northward, the Neues Museum, Alte Nationalgalerie, and Pergamon Museum are lined up in order, with the Bode Museum completing the island's tip. These five buildings, constructed in different eras with distinct styles, form a continuous riverside ensemble, allowing visitors to explore a complete exhibition route on foot. Each museum has its own strengths. The Altes Museum in Berlin, completed in 1830, features a neoclassical facade designed by architect Schinkel, supported by rows of stone columns. Its grand domed hall primarily houses ancient Greek and Roman artworks. The Neues Museum suffered severe damage during World War II and intentionally retained some war scars during its 2009 renovation. It now hosts the Egyptian Museum and Papyrus Collection, with the painted bust of Queen Nefertiti as its star attraction. The Alte Nationalgalerie focuses on 19th-century paintings, showcasing both Caspar David Friedrich's romantic landscapes and works by French impressionists like Manet, Monet and Renoir. The Pergamon Museum is renowned for full-scale reconstructions of ancient structures, with the Pergamon Altar, Market Gate of Miletus and Ishtar Gate of Babylon as its signature exhibits. The Bode Museum combines sculpture collections, Byzantine art and hundreds of thousands of ancient coins within a Baroque building. When not visiting exhibitions, strolling on the island is equally delightful: street musicians often perform in the gardens, offering a perfect chance to rest and listen before walking to the bridge to admire the unique urban scenery of five museums lining the riverbank. △The Pergamon Museum is undoubtedly one of the most popular museums and also one of the world's renowned archaeological museums. The solemn and majestic gray building exterior easily evokes associations with various ancient architectures. Upon entering through the central gate, the left side houses the ancient Roman and Greek collections, while the right side features the ancient Near East exhibition. The second floor is dedicated to Islamic culture. The museum's crown jewel—the Pergamon Altar—is not to be missed. Dating back to the 2nd century BCE, this 9.66 m high altar features exquisitely carved deity figures on its base. Additionally, the Market Gate of Miletus from the 2nd century BCE and the Ishtar Gate of Babylon are also highly worth seeing. △The old museum in Berlin opened in 1830 and is a historic museum on Museum Island. This museum follows the neoclassical architectural style, with its facade supported by 18 parallel columns. The main hall inside is spherical, topped by a striking large circular dome. The old museum displays a rich collection of ancient Greek and Roman art treasures. △At the old national art gallery, you can admire masterpieces by impressionist masters such as Manet, Monet, and Renoir. △The Bode Museum is located on the outer side of Museum Island, built between 1898 and 1904. This Baroque-style building features a triangular layout and houses three unique small museums: the German Byzantine Art Museum, showcasing various artistic masterpieces from the Byzantine Empire; the Coin Museum, displaying 500,000 ancient coin exhibits; and the Sculpture Museum, which houses Germany's premier collection of medieval sculptures. △The new museum in Berlin was built in 1855 and was severely damaged in the bombings of World War II, leaving it in ruins. After reopening in 2009, it serves as the Egyptian Museum and Papyrus Collection, featuring exhibits such as the bust of Nefertiti, wife of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten, and other artworks from the Akhenaten period. Additionally, the new museum displays unearthed artifacts from prehistoric times, ancient history, and the Stone Age. △Besides visiting museums, strolling and relaxing on Museum Island is also a great choice. The lush Lustgarten offers a beautiful environment, and street performers playing lovely music add to the charming scenery. When tired, you might as well sit down and enjoy it.Germany · Berlin
New Harbor
New Harbor is a 17th-century canal district that retains its historic charm to this day. Colorful old townhouses and historic mansions line both sides of the canal, their vibrant facades reflecting on the water, creating a striking contrast in architectural styles. The north side is bustling with numerous bars and restaurants, making it perfect for casual gatherings, while the south side is relatively quiet. Both sides offer unique charm for photography. Several historic wooden ships are moored in the canal year-round and can be viewed up close. The fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen once lived here, and a commemorative plaque in the district records this history. Taking a canal cruise from here is a classic way to experience the charm of the city's waterways. You can explore by walking along the canal or by taking a boat to admire the architecture from the water.Denmark · Copenhagen
Alte Schleuse Strohbrück
Rendsburg-Eckernforde · 10.2km from Kiel
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Botanical Garden
Kiel · 2.7km from downtownAussichtsplattform Schleuse
Kiel · 4.8km from downtownOlympic Center Schilksee Kiel Landeshauptadt
Kiel · 12km from downtownOld Botanical Garden, Kiel
Kiel · 1.8km from downtownFalckensteiner Strand
Kiel · 9.6km from downtownSchilksee Strandbad
Schilksee · 982m from downtownOld Levensau Bridge
Kiel · 5.8km from downtownMuseum Island
Germany · BerlinNew Harbor
Denmark · CopenhagenAlte Schleuse Strohbrück
Rendsburg-Eckernforde · 10.2km from Kiel
What travellers say about Kiel
maizip16 March 2025
5.0
漫步在德国基尔大学植物园（Botanischer Garten der Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel），仿佛翻开了一本镌刻着生命密码的立体百科全书。这座始建于1985年、占地4.6公顷的植物园，坐落在波罗的海畔的基尔市郊，以科学研究的严谨为骨架，以自然之美为血肉，将北德特有的冷冽与温情糅合成一场唤醒感官的生态盛宴
Botanical Garden
湘阴王离3 November 2019
5.0
The biggest feature of this place is that it is a seaside fishing village with a very long and beautiful sandy beach and many seabirds. Unlike the Laboe Beach on the opposite bank, few people do sports on the beach here, but there is actually an Olympic Sailing Center here, so there are many sailboats here. The Olympic sailing regatta was held here in 1978, and there is still such a sailing week every year. Kiel itself is a famous sailing city, and this beach is relatively quiet with very few people.
Schilksee Strandbad
Kiss YuYu8 May 2026
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This place boasts beautiful scenery, a tranquil and clean environment, and convenient transportation with excellent facilities. A stroll through the area is pleasant and relaxing, and every snapshot is a masterpiece. It's definitely worth a visit for a leisurely trip.
Museum Island
s正正好18 July 2025
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Nyhavn, Denmark is a landmark attraction in Copenhagen. It is an artificial canal built between 1669 and 1673. The canal is lined with colorful townhouses from the 17th and 18th centuries, which are rich in color and form a unique landscape. Andersen once lived here and created many classic fairy tales, adding cultural heritage to it. You can stroll and take a boat tour here to experience the rich Nordic style and cozy atmosphere.
New Harbor
