Berlin

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Berlin Travel Guide Video

With the relics of its turbulent past transformed afresh through street art, chic neighborhoods and repurposed architecture, Germany’s capital embraces old and new.

Discover Berlin’s inimitable charisma when you explore the city’s lively streets. Wander through modern plazas or tree-lined cobblestone boulevards and stumble across spacious old town squares and canal-side parks. Split into 12 distinct boroughs, Berlin’s history can be read in each streetscape. See the scars of World War II and the Cold War in the city’s revered ruins and get a taste of the city’s multiculturalism in its modern cafés and restaurants.

Mitte is Berlin’s historic center and remains an important central hub. Visit this borough to see Alexanderplatz dwarfed by the iconic Fernsehturm television tower. Walk along the Spree River and check out some of Mitte’s historic landmarks, such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag building and the magnificent old museum buildings on Museum Island. Don’t miss seeing the medieval town of Nikolaiviertel, or be awed by the contrasting ultra-modern architecture of Potsdamer Platz. Nearby, see the historic Cold War monument, Checkpoint Charlie, or walk around the poignant Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe.

Explore the Zoologischer Garten Berlin in spacious Tiergarten. Go shopping in streets lined with boutique and designer stores or check out independent galleries and showrooms in Mitte, Prenzlauerberg and Kreuzberg. Renowned for cultural diversity and artists’ enclaves, Kreuzberg and its neighbors, Neukölln and Friedrichshain, are exciting boroughs bursting with lively bars, clubs and cafés. Check out the street-art monument to the city’s 1989 reunification at the East Side Gallery or relax with a local pilsner on a grassy lawn in Görlitzer Park or Hasenheide. Nearby, skateboarders, cyclists and inline skaters are welcome on the repurposed tarmac at Tempelhofer Feld, the sprawling parkland of the city’s former airport. If the weather is warm, don’t miss soaking up some sunshine at one of the city’s tree-lined lakes, such as Wannsee.

Berlin is located in northeastern Germany and is serviced by several international airports. Rent a bicycle to explore the city or enjoy its fast and efficient public transit service. Visit in summer to experience the city in full swing or explore the quaint historic neighborhoods in winter to discover charming Christmas markets.

Where to stay in Berlin

Mitte showing a city and modern architecture

Mitte

4.5/5(399 area reviews)

Explore the vast Großer Tiergarten park, admire modernist architecture at Kulturforum, and visit iconic sites like Brandenburg Gate and Museum Island. Easily navigate with ample public transport options.

Mitte
Kreuzberg showing outdoor art as well as an individual female

Kreuzberg

4/5(41 area reviews)

Gentrified and artsy, Kreuzberg boasts diverse cultural life and alternative lifestyles. Must-visit spots include the Jewish Museum Berlin, Checkpoint Charlie, and the annual Carnival of Cultures.

Kreuzberg
Prenzlauer Berg featuring a city

Prenzlauer Berg

Famed for its vibrant art scene and nightlife, this centrally-located neighborhood boasts prewar architecture, trendy shopping areas, and diverse dining options. Must-see spots include Gethsemane Church, Rykestrasse Synagogue, and Mauerpark.

Prenzlauer Berg
Friedrichshain featuring outdoor art

Friedrichshain

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

Experience trendy Friedrichshain, home to design and media companies like MTV Central Europe. Enjoy peaceful Volkspark Friedrichshain, riverside walks, and diverse dining options, while shopping at Frankfurter Allee and Ring-Center mall.

Friedrichshain
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Charlottenburg

Kurfürstendamm and Zoo Berlin are top sights in Charlottenburg, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Richard Wagner Place U-Bahn or Bismarckstrasse U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.

Charlottenburg
Tiergarten Soviet War Memorial which includes autumn colours, forest scenes and a pond

Tiergarten

Travelers love Tiergarten for its popular shops, and you can see more of Berlin by jumping on the metro at Kurfurstenstrasse U-Bahn or Bundestag U-Bahn. You might spend time checking out top sights like Zoo Berlin and Potsdamer Platz.

Tiergarten
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

4.5 out of 5
Alexanderplatz 7, Berlin, BE
The price is CA $145 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
CA $145
CA $166 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,694 reviews)
"Very convenient location to access anywhere, even stores and restaurants. However the vendors loud speakers stays on till very late at night."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Lützowplatz 17, Berlin, BE
The price is CA $129 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $129
CA $148 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,287 reviews)
Quite low key location with lots to see around it.
"Great location for zoo & parks. Kiosks couldn't find reservation finally found human help who instantly found it! We had been @ other Radisson for a few days and really appreciate the Human help.The little mini- mart was nice to have inside."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
TITANIC Chaussee Berlin

TITANIC Chaussee Berlin

Chaussee Str 30, Berlin
The price is CA $120 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
CA $120
CA $138 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and bed comfortable. Easy to get to from the central train station, by tram, bus or walking. Most tourist places are walkable although there are good public transport links. Plenty of good restaurants, and cafes nearby."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

TITANIC Chaussee Berlin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lux 11 Berlin Mitte

Lux 11 Berlin Mitte

Rosa-Luxemburg-Str. 9-13, Berlin
Book a stay at this boutique aparthotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,101 reviews)
"well positioned in a good area of Berlin, very helpful Hotel Staff, clean large rooms, good bar, cafe and restaurant. A very pleasant place to stay! Thank you."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Lux 11 Berlin Mitte
Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin Mitte

Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin Mitte

4 out of 5
Platz vor dem Neuen Tor 6, Berlin, BE
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying at this property. The location was great for our needs. The hotel is located close to the tram, and the central metro station, which made it easy for us to get anywhere we wanted. The only thing we weren't used to was that we got one free bag of coffee the first morning we were ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin Mitte
Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin CheckPoint Charlie

Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin CheckPoint Charlie

4 out of 5
Krausenstrasse 35-36, Berlin, BE
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"This property exceeded our expectations! The room was spacious, impeccably clean, . Breakfast was delicious, and the service throughout our stay was outstanding. The location is both beautiful and convenient—just a 15–20 minute walk to major attractions, yet tucked away enough to offer a peaceful ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin CheckPoint Charlie
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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