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Kunst- und Ausstellungshalle der Bundesrepublik Deutschland

It hosts changing exhibitions which range from visual art and cultural history up to science and technology. Most of them are world class and definitely worth a visit.

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Address: Helmut-Kohl-Allee 4
Hours: Wed 10:00 – 19:00, Tue, Thu-Sun and holidays 10:00-19:00
Price: depending on exhibitions, check online
Website: bundeskunsthalle.de (opens in a new tab)

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