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Berlin's combo of glamour and grit is bound to mesmerise all those keen to explore its vibrant culture, cutting-edge architecture, fabulous food, intense parties and tangible history.
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Attractions
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Museumsinsel & Alexanderplatz
Walk through ancient Babylon, meet an Egyptian queen, clamber up a Greek altar or be mesmerized by Monet's ethereal landscapes. Welcome to Museumsinsel …
Museumsinsel & Alexanderplatz
For over 60 years, not a soul was able to visit Berlin’s Neues Museum – in fact, it sat in ruins. But today it’s one of the city’s most celebrated…
Museumsinsel & Alexanderplatz
The Pergamonmuseum is one of Berlin’s most visited historical gems and perhaps also its most controversial. This museum offers an archaeological time-warp…
Friedrichshain
The East Side Gallery is the embodiment of Berlin’s grit and guts. It’s a symbol of hope, creativity and resilience – for Berliners, but also the rest of…
City West & Charlottenburg
Charlottenburg Palace is one of Berlin's few sites that still reflect the one-time grandeur of the Hohenzollern clan, which ruled the region from 1415 to…
Berlin
This museum ranks among the world's finest and most comprehensive collections of European art with about 1500 paintings spanning the arc of artistic…
Historic Mitte
It’s been burned, bombed, rebuilt, buttressed by the Wall, wrapped in fabric and finally turned into the modern home of the German parliament by Norman…
Museumsinsel & Alexanderplatz
Germany's tallest structure, the TV Tower has been soaring 368m high since 1969 and is as iconic to Berlin as the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. On clear days,…
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Things to Know
Berlin is one of the most vibrant, fun and welcoming cities in Europe. These insider tips will make your first visit the best it can be.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
A modern multicultural city, Berlin has cool hipster vibes by day and an incredible nightlife when the sun goes down
Read articleDay Trips
Forest walks, cycling routes, dips in the lake, historic sites and much more are all within easy reach of Berlin – and sometimes even within the city limits.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Even though Berlin is an incredible city with lots to offer, its attractions don't cost the earth. Here's how to visit Berlin on a budget.
Read articleTransportation
It can seem intimidating at first, but getting around Berlin is quick, efficient and relatively cheap. Here's our guide to transport in the German capital.
Read articleFree Things to Do
From panoramic vistas and sinister museums to hidden street art, here are all the excellent free things to do and places to go in Berlin.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
From street festivals to beer gardens, Berlin’s bohemian attitude makes traveling with family and kids incredibly fun and stress-free.
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