Russia's only amber museum housed in a 19th-century Prussian fortress tower. Displays the world's largest amber collection including a 4.3 kg nugget and recreated Amber Room panels. Kaliningrad region holds 90% of world's amber reserves.
Located in Dona Tower on Upper Lake shore. Buses 21, 28, 37, 40, 44, 74 to 'Amber Museum' or 'Vasilevsky Square' stop. Trams 3, 5 to 'Victory Square', then 10 min walk. From South Station — 25 min walk through center. Paid entry.
Dona Tower — museum entrance. Amber Room (reconstruction). Giant amber pieces.
Amber Museum in the Dohna Tower on Upper Pond shore. Russia's only museum dedicated to amber. Collection of specimens, inclusions with insects, amber artwork. Kaliningrad region has world's largest amber deposit (90%). Ticket office until 17:30/18:30.
Useful tips for visiting Kaliningrad Amber Museum
Audio guide available in several languages. Museum shop sells authentic amber jewelry. Buy amber at official factory, not from street vendors. Combined ticket available with other city museums.
Museum is located in Dona Tower by the Upper Pond in central Kaliningrad. Easy to reach on foot from center or by public transport.
Museum is housed in a 19th-century fortification. Collection includes world's largest amber pieces and Amber Room reconstruction. Fascinating inclusions — insects and plants trapped in amber.
Dona Tower as museum entrance. Amber Room reconstruction. Giant amber pieces with illumination.
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