Neighbourhood · Mitte, Berlin

Hackesche Höfe

Hackesche Höfe
Photo: Arne Müseler, CC BY-SA 3.0 de via Wikimedia Commons

Hackesche Höfe was built in 1906 as a mixed-use industrial and residential block. The passages connect multiple courtyards lined with independent retailers, cafes, and small offices. Look for the Art Nouveau tilework and original brick facades that remain intact.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 3 of Berlin: History & Nightlife

Visiting Hackesche Höfe: what to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
30 to 60 minutes
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
S-Bahn Hackescher Markt station, two-minute walk

Berlin itineraries with Hackesche Höfe

Day 3 of Berlin: History & Nightlife

Museum Island and Hackesche Höfe

How Hackesche Höfe fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Neues MuseumPergamon Museum
  2. 11:30Bode MuseumBode Museum
  3. 13:00Hackesche HöfeHackesche Höfe
  4. 21:30Bar TausendBar Tausend
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Hackesche Höfe FAQs

Are the courtyards open at night?

The passages stay open at all hours. Individual shops and cafes keep their own hours.

Is Hackesche Höfe crowded?

It draws steady foot traffic during the day. Early mornings are quieter.

What shops are inside Hackesche Höfe?

The site holds clothing boutiques, design stores, a cinema, and several cafes. Exact tenants change over time.

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