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Reichstag Building

Known locally as Reichstagsgebäude

The German parliament combines major political history with Norman Foster’s glass dome and rooftop views.

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Reichstag Building Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0
Typical visit
1 hour 30 minutes
Setting
Mixed
Region
Berlin and Brandenburg
Last checked
13 Sep 2026

Why visit

The German parliament combines major political history with Norman Foster’s glass dome and rooftop views.

What you will see

  • Glass dome.
  • Rooftop views.
  • Parliamentary history exhibition.

History

The building opened in the 1890s, was damaged by fire and war, and was transformed after reunification for the Bundestag.

Photographs

Reichstag Building

Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · full attribution on the image credits page.

Visitor tips

  1. 1

    Book before your trip rather than relying on same-day availability.

  2. 2

    Allow extra time for security.

About Berlin and Brandenburg

Capital landmarks, Prussian palace landscapes and the waterways of Brandenburg.

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