Yelp Review 2026 #138: This museum was Albert Einstein's actual apartment he shared with his wife Mileva and their son Hans for 2 years: 1903-1905. Einstein's two theories of relativity were in proposed in 1905 and published 1915 so, this apartment is where Einstein spent most of his days and nights thinking about and testing his theories. It's a small and modest 2nd floor apartment. On the third floor is more museum items like his books, papers, recognitions, and a space where you watch a video so you can learn about his personal life and his career. I thought I knew about his life by watching "Genius". I knew about Mileva being his wife. And there's Elsa who became his second wife - what I didn't know was the fact that they're first cousins! They started their relationship (outside of being cousins) in 1912 and got married in 1919. Another thing I learned about Einstein was about his citizenship. He was born in Germany but he renounced his German citizenship to avoid military service while he was studying in Switzerland. He then got his Swiss citizenship which he kept his whole life while acquiring temporary citizenship in Austria and Germany (again) but renouncing it (again) due to the Naz! regime. He got his dual citizenship (Swiss and US) when he moved to Princeton, New Jersey. There's a lot of information all around this museum. There's a family tree which I found interesting. So, if you know anyone claiming to be related to/ a descendant of Albert Einstein, it's traceable. We bought our tickets at the museum. We got there a few minutes after opening so, there wasn't a lot of people. A few minutes later, it started to get busy. There's a cafe attached to the museum. I didn't get to check it out. read more

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Einstein House museum. If you are a fan of Einstein, you should definitely check out this museum house where Einstein used to live in the building. It is 5 CFH to get in. I enjoyed my visit and would come back. read more

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We would have easily given this museum five stars, but with absolutely no air conditioning during horrendous summer heat - which would better preserve the apartment and its original furniture - the interior is brutally hot in July! It's difficult for visitors to enjoy the history in such conditions. Regardless, it is a fascinating preservation of the tiny second-floor apartment Albert Einstein and his long-suffering wife Mileva shared with their infant son for four months in 1905. It was during this brief timespan that the famed scientist developed his most famous equation E = mc^2 that had profound effects on nuclear physics. The museum is a rare Swiss facility that actually provides information in English, which was greatly appreciated by all guests. Above the Einstein's preserved apartment on the second floor, the third floor which was originally unrelated to their history was added to the museum to provide information about the scientist's life without interfering with the layout of their former living space. That is a wide decision. read more

Einsteinhaus - View from the apartment - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Berne, BE

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The apartment recently reopened (February 2022) and admission is only five SF for adults. People still live in this historic building. I love the idea that you are walking on the same spiral stairs that Einstein used to use. This is actually the place where Einstein developed his "theory of relativity", according to the plaque outside. There is a lot of reading and it's extremely informative. I learned so much about Einstein's life, his loves, family, his education and all the countries he lived in. The apartment only has three rooms. The first room where you purchase your ticket was actually his bedroom, the next room is the baby room and then the living room. There are several items that Einstein used to use daily like a book stand. And you can see the street view that he had. On the floor upstairs there are several walls full of information and photographs from his life. They also have a nice gift shop. The museum staff is limited but very helpful and she explained what each of the rooms was. It's definitely worth a look and I recommend having a coffee and maybe a bite to eat in the Einstein café downstairs which is wonderful. read more

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This small museum was actually where Einstein lived at the time he formulated his famous Theory of Relativity. The entry fee is 6 CHF (4.5 if you have the Swiss Travel Pass or if you're a student or senior.) It's a bit small though quite informative if you're into Einstein and his works. There's also a biographical movie on Einstein that's playing on a loop (it was in English at the time I was there although there are options for French or German.) read more

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That's what I get for wondering what all the tourists were taking pictures of. The unfriendly "front desk" person should have been a sign to skip this. I'd save your 6 CHF and read a biography on him. The 20 minute video is prob the most informational and interesting part of the "museum" but if you know your Einsten 411 you prob know all his personal and family drama. Note that the floors have narrow stairways and if it is crowded it is hard to view the rooms. There is way too much text on the walls making it hard for people to move smoothly from one area to another. If you don't watch the film and you read quickly, you could spend 10 mins in here and get the gist of it. read more

Thoroughly enjoyed this museum. Be sure to watch the 20 min video as it supplements the rear of the exhibits. Then there's a lot of reading - but it is fascinating. If you like history and historic people, you'll love this museum. Its 3 levels. First is a cafe. The 2nd and 3rd are the museum. The video is on The third floor. Also if you need to know more after this go to the History museum across the river and there's more on Einstein there (3rd floor +) Enjoy! read more

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Well, this is where Einstein lived, but he lived in 6 places in Bern, and this place is just the longest one (2 years). There are two floors. The first floor is the recreation of their living room, the second floor is a mini museum of then events that took place in Bern when Einstein lived here. If you are a big Einstein fan, It is a nice museum. But is it worth the 6 CHF? Meh read more

Einsteinhaus - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Berne, BE

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When walking through the door, I instantly felt my IQ begin to rise. Then I contemplated quantum physics. Located along the main stretch in Berne, Einsteinhaus features the living quarters of the famous scientist as well as some of his inventions. Living here from 1903-1905, the house is where some of Einstein's greatest theories were developed and written. You'll get to see Einstein's furnuture, baby crib, as well as a commemorative bust. Several physics-motion devices are on display as well. Although it is a small museum, this part of history is definitely worth a look. After all, how often do you cross paths with Einstein? Price per person: CHF 6.00 Viewing Time: 45 minutes read more

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If you're a history fan and Einstein is one of your key curiosities then you'll enjoy this museum. It's a couple of floors in a home and it has some interesting artifacts and you get some insights into various personal elements of his life. We were there in winter so it wasn't too crowded and we were able to navigate fairly easily. There's a short film which is basically everything that you would have seen in the museum. Quick note: they do not accept credit card for payment, cash only. read more

Loved this whole experience, but it's definitely geared toward people who are really interested in Einstein's life. There could have been more, and some of the English translations were a little bit funny, but overall really good. I think it's worth the 6 CHF. read more

I really enjoyed this museum. Reading about Einstein in textbooks is one thing, but to visit this museum in person, brings Einstein into reality. You can read about someone, but to then step into your textbook, and for a few minutes, imagine yourself in their world, that is the experience one has at the Einstein house museum. The museum is in the apartment rented by Einstein from 1903 to 1905. Einstein and his wife Mileva with their son Hans Albert lived here during this time. It was here that many would argue his most important papers were written. This space has been restored in the style of that time period. It is not like Einstein left the apartment in 1905 with all his stuff, mothballed it, and we get to see all his actual stuff, it is restored in the style that it most likely was like. The spiral staircase to the second floor is the one thing that has been left in it's original state. Yes, Einstein himself walked on these very same stairs. Before going to the museum I didn't really know much about Einstein, the man, after having explored this museum, you walk away with a deeper understanding of the person behind the genius. read more

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