Top things to do in Berlin
Attractions, tours and activities in Berlin
Recommended museums in Berlin
Where to discover culture and the arts in Berlin
Berlin: the city's best neighbourhoods
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Tiergarten
1 miles from city centre
Leaves dance on the morning breeze in Tiergarten Park, before Potsdamer Platz - a network of malls and eateries – bursts into life. The sound of Berlin's orchestra floats on the wind through the Kulturforum Cultural Complex. Bellevue Palace glows a little more in the evening light, just as the nocturnal animals of Berlin Zoo call for attention.
Places to stay from £28 per night
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Charlottenburg
2.9 miles from city centre
This arty district is home to affluent city-dwellers. There’s a bucolic feel to the lush grounds of the Charlottenburg Palace, which houses a collection of opulent treasures. Kaiser-Wilhelm Memorial Church is a haunting place to spend an afternoon, followed by a splurge at KaDeWe – Continental Europe’s largest department store.
Places to stay from £8 per night
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Mitte
0.7 miles from city centre
Near the sleepy residential area of Moabit, you’ll find the lush forests and groves of Tiergarten. The Berlin Philharmonic and New National Gallery inject a dose of high culture, while Wedding furnishes Berlin’s students and young professionals with affordable housing – and bars and clubs to while away the wee hours.
Places to stay from £8 per night
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Kreuzberg
1.6 miles from city centre
Couples walk hand-in-hand by the waterfall in Viktoriapark, while the experimental Gleisdreieck Park shows what a former no-man’s-land and a little imagination can achieve. 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 £13 per night
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Schöneberg
2 miles from city centre
Diversity is the lifeblood of Schöneberg in Western Berlin and the area has a distinct bohemian feel. Disused Tempelhof Airport hosts barbeques and concerts without a plane in sight, and the men of Nollendorfplatz wave their rainbow flags proudly. The liberty bell of Rathaus Schöneberg – the historic town hall – tolls the sound of freedom.
Places to stay from £19 per night
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Friedrichshain
3.2 miles from city centre
Famously youthful, Friedrichshain is where lovers love and the young-at-heart play. The conversation – and coffee – flows in Boxhagener Platz’ eateries. Boutiques and bars lie at the centre, while the thudding beats of Revaler Strasse’s clubs carry fun into the night. The iconic East Side Gallery is a stretch of the Berlin Wall covered in murals.
Places to stay from £8 per night
About Berlin
Including tips for the best time to visit Berlin
Berlin is a city of rapid growth, where innovation and diversity have fused together to create a young and vibrant culture. You’ve only to join a walking tour to discover examples of jaw-dropping street art, or evidence of a music scene that has drawn the likes of David Bowie and Iggy Pop as one-time residents. The city is also one of Europe’s major startup capitals, with new enterprises opening every week.
That being said, landmarks of eras gone by remain among the city’s biggest attractions. The historic Reichstag wows visitors with its gleaming glass dome, while sections of the graffitied 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 summer, it tends to be hot enough to explore the city outdoors, or enjoy a spot of sunbathing in Tiergarten Park.
In winter, visitors flock to Germany’s capital to see glittering Christmas Markets like Berliner Weihnachtszeit, which is set up annually behind Alexanderplatz. Wrap up warm and stroll from stall to stall, buying festive souvenirs and mugs of hot Glühwein in this storybook setting.
Tonight
From £106 per night
Next weekend
From £243 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 10 = £8.61 |
| Language | German |
| Average weekend price | £101 per night |
| Average weekday price | £104 per night |
| Typical 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 city centre
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Kurfürstendamm
2.5 miles from city centre
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Potsdamer Platz
0.4 miles from city centre
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Berlin Olympic Stadium
5.8 miles from city centre
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Brandenburg Gate
0.1 miles from city centre
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Waldbühne
6.2 miles from city centre
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Friedrichstraße
0.7 miles from city centre
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Gendarmenmarkt
0.7 miles from city centre
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Tempodrom
1.1 miles from city centre
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Theater des Westens
2.1 miles from city centre
Berlin reviews
What other travellers say about Berlin
Berlin is a great place to stay.
9 May 2024
Berlin is a great place to stay. Of course the famous place of Berlin in history is already worth the visit. Combined with the great atmosphere of today's Berlin it is a city that I can recommend to anyone.
This city is an amazing European capital.
6 May 2024
This city is an amazing European capital. Starting with the fact that it is really really clean compared to other capitals (especially in the center), it is quite organised. The public transport is well developed and helps you reach any destination, but you might still need to walk a lot to reach more destinations in a single day. It offers an endless repertoire of history, architecture, art, food from anywhere around the world, cultures, etc. Additionally, it is extremely green, with lots of parks and big beautiful trees everywhere. Overall, it’s a really well-cared for city and people are also really nice (with some exceptions for sure). Please, note that public transport may result quite expensive, especially if tickets are bought for single rides. It is much better getting a 24 hour ticket valid for the areas you’re interested in (A + B, B + C or A + B + C).
Because i havent access to my room in berlin apartment and...
6 May 2024
Because i havent access to my room in berlin apartment and after waiting someone who open my door i accomodate in second jotel and loosing 130 euros. I sending 14 sms and make 20 phone caĺls to people indicated like managers of apartment - no answer. Second day situation repeate. i waiting person who opened my door 4 hours and getting my luggage. If you want sleepang before of front door of hotel and need heart attacs welkom to berlin city apartmentd. Welkom
Berlin is a beautiful megapolis with an interesting...
4 May 2024
Berlin is a beautiful megapolis with an interesting architecture and lots of entertainment. Cons Clubbing experience: In all clubs there is a face control, who allows the entry only for Europeans.
Great transportation system around Berlin, lots to see and...
3 May 2024
Great transportation system around Berlin, lots to see and do. We didn't stay long enough to visit all we wanted to see. We didn't realise that a lot of the restaurants only take cash but luckily were close to a cash machine the first time we were caught out. We also didn't realise that most of the shops are closed on a Sunday in Berlin - I think this is useful info to know.
Walk through the Brandeburg gate, enjoy the East side...
2 May 2024
Walk through the Brandeburg gate, enjoy the East side gallery. Have a nice walk near the Sprea river in the evening. Taste typical food: Pork Knuckle, Curry wurst, bretzle and krapfen (and more..) On Sunday go out and visit the neighbours : Potsdam park and palace.
Popular places to stay in Berlin
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BerLietz Charlottenburg, Berlin
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