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When visiting Berlin, you will have a plethora of museums to choose from, many devoted to art and history. If you wish to stay off the beaten path and visit less obvious attractions, Berlin has a number of unique museums definitely worth stopping into.

One of only four puppet museums in the country, the Puppet Theatre Museum contains more than 300 whimsical puppets, in all shapes and sizes. Housed in a glass-roofed structure that was once a sculptor's studio, adults and children are transported to a magical world as they watch fairy tale puppets come alive.

If you are seeking a more adult-friendly experience, step into the Beate Uhse Erotik-Museum located in Charlottenburg. This museum explores the art of sex with relics, artwork, and life-size dioramas. Not for the shy, it also hosts a gigantic sex superstore on the lower floors.

More engaging than other history museums, The Story of Berlin is a great way to learn about the city's entire history. Eight centuries of Berlin's tragic past are portrayed through photos, films, sounds, and other media. Take two hours to explore the entire museum. The tour begins with the founding of Berlin and ends on the fourteenth floor with a view overlooking the present-day city.

And film buffs should definitely check out the Berlin Film Museum near Potsdamer Platz. It has more than 9,000 films in its expansive collection, as well as thousands of screenplays, posters, and programs.

For a truly enlightening and educational experience, plan a trip to the Schwules Museum. Located in Kreuzberg, this museum is one of a kind. It gives insights into the history of gays in Berlin and the struggle of the gay community under the Nazi regime.