In September 2005 the first version of the Ramones museum opened its doors to the public. After two years and more than 10,000 visitors from all over the world, the first Ramones museum had to close because the landlord tripled the rent, forcing the museum to move locations, and fitting well into the down-and-out punk narrative voiced by the memorabilia.
After almost 10 years in Mitte, the Ramones museum relocated to Kreuzberg in 2017. It is home to more then 500 pieces of unique memorabilia, signed photos, frisbees and even pants worn by band members. As more visitors have come, the walls of the museum have become a memorial onto themselves as countless musicians have stopped by to scribble their name and pay their respects to one of the...
Read moreRead moreThis is not about the museum but about the sub culture tour offered by the same person GET in the Van: Actually i will never be able to tell if it is a cool tour or not. I can only say that I booked for the tour, got a confirmation of it, waited at the right time at the right spot and was never been picked up or excused from the organizer. We wasted the whole morning waiting and of course were disappointed. You may say ok what to expect from an old Punker, but yes it was very disappointing, the phone number to call was not picked up and after leaving a message there was never an answer. Very bad and NOT to recommended at all Get In...
Although it may be a small location, this museum is absolutely loaded with artifacts from the history of the Ramones. I had to walk through four times to make sure I didn't miss anything. I recommend stopping to read the articles, examine the photos, admire the gear, and watch the videos instead of powerwalking through the exhibit.
For a low €6 fee you get a lifetime membership and a beer (€4.50 for the teetotalers). I browsed the actual cafe, but had to run to another commitment before I could try the great-looking cheesecake.
I highly recommend this for fans of the Ramones, punk, or music in general. I can't...
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