Top things to do in Berlin
Attractions, tours, and activities in Berlin
Recommended museums in Berlin
Where to find art and culture in Berlin
Berlin: the city's best neighborhoods
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Tiergarten
1 miles from downtown
Leaves dance on the morning breeze in Tiergarten Park, before Potsdamer Platz bursts to life as a network of malls and eateries. The sound of Berlin's orchestra floats through the Kulturforum Cultural Complex. Bellevue Palace glows a little more in the evening light, just as the nocturnal animals of Berlin Zoo wake up.
Places to stay from $35 a night
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Charlottenburg
2.9 miles from downtown
This art-filled district is home to affluent city-dwellers. There’s a country feel to the lush grounds at Charlottenburg Palace, which houses a collection of opulent treasures. Kaiser-Wilhelm Memorial Church is an unforgettable place to spend an afternoon, followed by a splurge at KaDeWe, Continental Europe’s largest department store.
Places to stay from $10 a night
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Mitte
0.7 miles from downtown
Near the sleepy residential neighborhood of Moabit, you’ll find the lush forests and groves of Tiergarten. The Berlin Philharmonic and New National Gallery offer a dose of culture. Wedding is home to Berlin’s students and young professionals, with affordable housing plus bars and clubs for hanging out late into the night.
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Kreuzberg
1.6 miles from downtown
Couples walk hand-in-hand by the waterfall in Viktoriapark, while the experimental Gleisdreieck Park shows what a former no-man’s-land combined with a little imagination can create. Hours can be spent meandering through time across Graefekiez’s urban landscape. At dusk, the sun sets over Oberbaum Bridge and Schlesische Strasse's nightlife takes over.
Places to stay from $16 a night
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Schöneberg
2 miles from downtown
Diversity is the norm in Schöneberg, in Western Berlin, and the area is steeped in bohemian style. The out-of-use Tempelhof Airport hosts barbecues and concerts without a plane in sight, and the men of Nollendorfplatz wave their rainbow flags proudly. The liberty bell in Rathaus Schöneberg—the historic town hall—tolls with the sounds of freedom.
Places to stay from $24 a night
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Friedrichshain
3.2 miles from downtown
Friedrichshain is where lovers love and the young-at-heart play. The conversation—and coffee—flows in Boxhagener Platz’s eateries. Boutiques and bars fill the center, and the thumping beats of Revaler Strasse’s clubs spread fun into the night. The famous East Side Gallery memorial is a stretch of the Berlin Wall covered in murals.
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About Berlin
Including tips for the best time to visit Berlin
Berlin is a fast-growing city where innovation and diversity come together to create a young and exciting culture. Join a walking tour and you’ll find plenty of jaw-dropping street art and experience the same music scene that drew in former residents David Bowie and Iggy Pop. The city is also one of Europe’s major startup capitals, with new companies opening every week.
However, the city’s biggest attractions are its historic landmarks. The Reichstag wows visitors with its shiny glass dome, while sections of the graffiti-covered Berlin Wall—which divided the city for almost three decades—still stand in Potsdamer Platz. The iconic Brandenburg Gate has become a symbol of reunification since the wall fell in 1989 and is undoubtedly one of the highlights of any visit.
In the summer, the weather is perfect for seeing the city on foot or enjoying a picnic in Tiergarten Park.
In the winter visitors flock to Germany’s capital to see festive Christmas Markets like the annual Berliner Weihnachtszeit located behind Alexanderplatz. Bundle up and sip on mugs of hot Glühwein while you check out all the stalls. You might even pick up a few souvenirs to remind you of this fairytale setting.
Tonight
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This weekend
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| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | € 1 = $1.07 |
| Language | German |
| Average weekend price | $123 per night |
| Average weekday price | $128 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Berlin
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Berlin
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Alexanderplatz
1.6 miles from downtown
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Kurfürstendamm
2.5 miles from downtown
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Potsdamer Platz
0.4 miles from downtown
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Berlin Olympic Stadium
5.8 miles from downtown
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The Brandenburg Gate
0.1 miles from downtown
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Waldbühne
6.2 miles from downtown
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Friedrichstrasse
0.7 miles from downtown
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Gendarmenmarkt
0.7 miles from downtown
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KaDeWe
1.8 miles from downtown
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Unter den Linden
0.4 miles from downtown
Berlin reviews
What other travelers say about Berlin
Very interesting city, which (obviously) has lots of history.
April 25, 2024
Very interesting city, which (obviously) has lots of history. We visited in mid/late April so - like the UK - the weather is unreliable at that time of year. It was cold and wet during our stay, but we did have some fine/sunny weather too. We visited all the main sights - the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag Building, East Side gallery / Berlin Wall, Museum Island, and the Memorial for the Murdered Jews of Europe. Some of these are quite close together, some are deceptively far apart! Would recommend downloading the BVG tickets app and getting a 24 hour AB ticket so you can catch a bus, tram, or train (€9.90). We made the mistake of taking a stroll through Görlitzer Park after visiting the East Side gallery - it's beautiful, with lots of people and families, but this was juxtaposed by drug dealers absolutely every where. It's the only part of the city that we felt genuinely unsafe. Ironically, that was the same day (20th April) that a 420 rally was happening near the Brandenburg Gate (a stoner pro-cannabis event) which had a very strong police presence for, but there were no police at all where weed (and much more) were being peddled very openly! We also went to the Mauerpark Flea Market which is a very pleasant way to spend a Sunday morning, especially as the weather was fine. Overall, we had a lovely time in Berlin. We ate some incredible food, saw all the iconic landmarks, and had moment of quiet reflection at the memorials. Berlin is well worth a visit and we're very glad we came, but won't be rushing back.
Berlin is a really interesting city.
April 22, 2024
Berlin is a really interesting city. One could spent 3 weeks visiting expositions and locations every day and still not be able to see everything. Public transport is top notch. Food is not that great, I personally didn't like the food from the best 2 restaurants on Uber Eats at all. It was barely edible. Although, there are some great restaurants around the center.
I find Berlin a fascinating city.
April 20, 2024
I find Berlin a fascinating city. There is so much history and there are the old and new buildings to see, plus remnants of the Cold War. There are plenty of museums and other sites to see such as the Citadel in Spandau, Museums Island, Technic Museum, TV Tower, the East Side Gallery (remains of the Wall) and the Wall memorial along Bernauer Strasse. There is a huge choice of food and so many places to eat that you will never go hungry. The city covers a huge area but public transport is good and comparatively cheap; there are buses, trams and overground/ungerground trains. Finally, the historic city of Potsdam with its "Bridge of Spies" and palaces lies within the outer Berlin transport zone and can be reached in 30 to 40 minutes
Excellent transport connections with the bus,tram and train...
April 20, 2024
Excellent transport connections with the bus,tram and train networks. I would recommend using the 24 hour day tickets for getting around the city. Useful maps are available at the BVB office at Alexanderplatz station. Visited Brandenburg gate,Siegessaüle,checkpoint Charlie and the excellent museumsinsel area.
The city is wonderful, though I spent my time in East Berlin...
April 18, 2024
The city is wonderful, though I spent my time in East Berlin, I'm sure it is true for the whole city. Where I was there are lots of cultural, and musical activities, including the Staatsoper unter den Linden. Other events, beautiful parks, friendly people and fantastic chocolate, especially Rausch Chocolate Shop on Charlottenstrasse. There are great shops, including the fabulous Dussmann music and bookstore. All within walking distance of each other. OTOH, the shops are all closed on Sundays, seems it a law. Restaurants and other attractions may be open.
Berlin has a lot to offer its visitors.
April 18, 2024
Berlin has a lot to offer its visitors. The best thing I've done was to purchase the "Berlin Welcome Card". It provided me with unlimited use of public transportation and 25 % discount to many attractions, saved me a decent amount of money and allowed me to go around the city with no problems. I must stress that public transportation in Berlin is excellent and getting around is very easy, fast and up to the schedule! My suggestion to other visitors is to prepare in advance and make the plan what should be visited and seen day-by-day. Read a little or more about the events and/or attractions you plan to attend or visit. It helped me a lot to enjoy my stay and discover beauties of Berlin.
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