Adult Entry
Live availability
Ages 18+
€38
- Dated entry to the palace state apartments
- Multilingual audio guide included
- Access to the free Baroque gardens
- Instant e-ticket to your phone
- English-speaking concierge support
Walk Through Prussia's Most Dazzling Palace
Gilded galleries, a porcelain cabinet of thousands, and gardens fit for a queen — reserved for you with audio guide included and entry confirmed in minutes.
See ticket options- 1695 Foundation stone laid
- 55 ha Free Baroque gardens
- 3 Buildings on one estate
- Largest Royal palace in Berlin
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Reduced Entry
Live availability
Students, seniors & eligible concessions
€28
- Dated entry at the concession rate
- Multilingual audio guide included
- Access to the free Baroque gardens
- Valid proof (student/senior/disability ID) required at the gate
- Instant e-ticket to your phone
London
“The Golden Gallery genuinely took my breath away — and having the audio guide already sorted meant we just walked in and started exploring. Booking took two minutes.”
Lyon
“We came for the palace and stayed all afternoon in the gardens. The combined ticket was the right call for our family — easily a full day out.”
Madrid
“Confirmation landed in my inbox instantly. The Porcelain Cabinet is unreal — thousands of pieces floor to ceiling. Worth every minute.”
- Audio guide included in every ticket
- Instant e-ticket confirmation
- English-speaking concierge support
- Secure checkout, no hidden fees
5 minutes audio guide
A Queen's Palace: 5 Minutes at Charlottenburg
Before you step inside, here's the quick story of how a summer villa became Berlin's grandest royal palace — and what to look for as you go.
- It began in 1695 as a country retreat for Sophie Charlotte, a sharp, music-loving queen who filled her court with philosophers and musicians; after her early death, her grieving husband named the whole estate in her honour.
- The Porcelain Cabinet is pure theatre — thousands of pieces of Chinese and Japanese porcelain mirrored and stacked to the ceiling, a dazzling display of royal wealth and the era's obsession with the Far East.
- The Golden Gallery, a 42-metre rococo ballroom of mirrors, gilding and pale green, was the setting for the court's most glittering parties; the New Wing beyond holds Frederick the Great's apartments and a prized collection of French paintings.
- Almost destroyed in the Second World War, the palace was rebuilt over decades of painstaking restoration — so much of what you'll see is a triumph of conservation as well as of original artistry.
Your full multilingual audio guide is included with admission and covers every room in far greater depth — collect it at the entrance or load the free app before you arrive.
About Charlottenburg Palace
Charlottenburg is the largest royal palace in Berlin and the city's most complete survival of Prussian Baroque splendour. Commissioned in 1695 as a summer retreat for Sophie Charlotte — the brilliant, music-loving consort who gave the estate its name — it grew across the eighteenth century into a sprawling residence of state apartments, a glittering ballroom and intimate private rooms, each one a window into how Prussia's kings and queens actually lived.
Inside, the highlights come thick and fast. The Porcelain Cabinet glows with thousands of pieces of blue-and-white Chinese and Japanese porcelain stacked floor to ceiling, while the Golden Gallery — a 42-metre rococo ballroom of mirrors, gilding and pale green — is one of the most photographed interiors in Berlin. Further on, the New Wing holds the lavish apartments of Frederick the Great and a celebrated collection of eighteenth-century French painting.
Beyond the palace walls lie 55 hectares of gardens, laid out first in formal French style and later softened into an English landscape park threaded with lakes and shaded avenues. Dotted among them are a domed mausoleum, a neoclassical garden pavilion and a Belvedere teahouse — and the grounds are free to wander, making the estate a full day out for the price of a single ticket.
Reduced almost to ruins in the Second World War, Charlottenburg was painstakingly reconstructed over decades, and the care shows in every restored ceiling fresco and rehung tapestry. Today it offers one of the calmer, greener alternatives to central-Berlin crowds — a place to slow down, follow the audio guide room by room, and step three centuries back into the Prussian court.
Practical information
- Address
- Spandauer Damm 10–22, 14059 Berlin, Germany
- Getting there
- U-Bahn Richard-Wagner-Platz (U7) or Sophie-Charlotte-Platz (U7), then a short walk; or bus M45 / 109 to Schloss Charlottenburg. S-Bahn Westend (S41/S42) is roughly 15 minutes on foot.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours for the palace and audio guide; allow extra time to enjoy the gardens.
- What to wear
- No dress code. Comfortable shoes recommended — the state apartments and gardens involve a lot of walking.
- Accessibility
- Ground-floor state rooms are largely step-free; some historic upper areas have stairs. Contact the concierge ahead if you need detailed access information for your visit.
About our service
Charlottenburg Palace Tickets is an independent ticket-concierge service that helps international visitors book skip-the-line entry to Charlottenburg Palace. We are not affiliated with the site or its operator. Our service fee is included in the displayed price, and we refund you in full if a booking cannot be secured.
Plan your visit
Practical guides written by our concierge team
The Best Time of Day and Year to Visit Charlottenburg Palace
A concierge guide to quiet hours, the best light for the gilded interiors, and how Berlin's seasons reshape the baroque gardens.
How to Get to Charlottenburg Palace from Central Berlin
Every realistic route from Mitte and BER Airport — U-Bahn, S-Bahn, bus, taxi and driving — with the stops, lines and walking times that actually matter on the day.
What to See Inside Charlottenburg Palace: The Must-See Rooms, Gardens and How to Plan Your Route
A room-by-room and garden-by-garden walkthrough of Berlin's grandest royal residence — and the visit order that keeps you out of the crowds.
Frequently asked
Is the audio guide included in the ticket price?
Yes. Every ticket we offer includes the multilingual audio guide at no extra cost. It's available on-site and via a free smartphone app, and it walks you through the palace room by room with the history of each space.
What days is Charlottenburg Palace closed?
The palace is closed every Monday. It is open Tuesday to Sunday, with seasonal hours: 10:00–17:30 from April to October and 10:00–16:30 from November to March.
Do I need to choose a date when I book?
Yes. Your ticket is reserved for a specific day, so please select the date you plan to visit at checkout. You'll receive an instant e-ticket confirming your entry.
Are the palace gardens free to visit?
Yes, the 55 hectares of Baroque and English-landscape gardens are free to enter. Your palace ticket covers the interiors; the surrounding park is open to everyone at no charge.
What's the difference between the single and combined tickets?
The Adult and Reduced tickets cover entry to the main palace state apartments. The All-Buildings + Garden combined ticket adds access across the other museum buildings on the estate, making it the best choice for a full day on site.
Who qualifies for the reduced ticket?
The reduced rate covers students, seniors, and eligible concessions such as people with a recognised disability. There is a single concession category. Valid proof must be shown at the gate.
Are children free?
Young children under the operator's free-entry threshold (around 7 years old) generally enter without a paid ticket. If you're unsure for your child's age, contact our concierge team before booking and we'll confirm.
Is there a skip-the-line benefit?
Your dated e-ticket lets you head straight to the entrance rather than queuing for the on-site ticket desk. At peak times this can save a significant wait, especially on summer weekends.
How do I receive my ticket?
Your e-ticket is emailed to you after booking — usually within minutes. Just show it on your phone at the palace entrance on the day of your visit.
What ID do I need at the entrance?
If you booked a reduced ticket, bring the relevant proof — a student card, senior or disability ID — as it is checked at the gate. Standard adult tickets don't require ID.
How long should I plan for the visit?
Most visitors spend 2–3 hours in the palace with the audio guide. If you want to explore the gardens, the mausoleum and the garden pavilion too, allow a half or full day.
What are the must-see rooms inside?
Don't miss the Porcelain Cabinet, packed floor to ceiling with thousands of porcelain pieces, and the Golden Gallery — a 42-metre rococo ballroom of mirrors and gilding. The New Wing holds Frederick the Great's apartments and fine French paintings.
How do I get to Charlottenburg Palace?
Take the U7 to Richard-Wagner-Platz or Sophie-Charlotte-Platz, then walk a few minutes; or buses M45 and 109 stop right by the palace. S-Bahn Westend is about a 15-minute walk away.
Is the palace accessible for wheelchair users?
Many ground-floor state rooms are largely step-free, though some historic upper areas have stairs. If you need detailed accessibility information, contact our concierge team and we'll help you plan.
Can I visit the gardens without a palace ticket?
Yes. The gardens are free and open to all, so you can stroll the grounds even if you don't enter the palace interiors. Many visitors combine a garden walk with their palace visit.
What is your refund and change policy?
Tickets are reserved for a specific date, so please check your plans before booking. If you need to make a change, contact our concierge team as early as possible and we'll readily assist; all sales are final once entry is secured on your behalf.
Is Charlottenburg busier at certain times?
Late mornings and weekend afternoons are the busiest. For a quieter visit, aim for a weekday or arrive close to opening at 10:00. Booking a dated ticket means you skip the on-site desk regardless.
Are you the official palace operator?
No. We are an independent concierge ticket service. We reserve and confirm your dated entry on your behalf, include the audio guide, and provide English-speaking support so your visit is effortless from booking to gate.