Berlin, a city steeped in history and culture, offers an array of experiences that cater to every taste and interest.
Berlin, a city rich in history, culture, and innovation, beckons visitors with its vibrant energy and endless possibilities. From iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and the Berlin Wall to its thriving arts scene and world-class museums, Berlin offers something for every traveler. Explore its eclectic neighborhoods, savor diverse culinary delights, and experience the pulsating nightlife that has earned Berlin its reputation as the "city that never sleeps." With its unique blend of old-world charm and modern sophistication, Berlin captivates the imagination and promises an unforgettable journey.
Restaurants
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acht&dreissig acht&dreissig serve modern German cuisine combined with contemporary interpretations and international inspirations
Oranienburger Str. 38, 10117 Berlin (+49 30 37465031)
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Ryōtei Berlin Trendy destination with a contemporary vibe doling out sushi and sashimi from an open kitchen.
Kantstraße 135/136, 10625 Berlin (+49 176 56756107) |
Malakeh Malakeh’s Syrian cuisine is as mouth-watering as its origin story is heartwarming. Foodwise, expect excellent kibbeh in a yoghurt sauce, moreish fried aubergine and some of the city’s freshest tomatoes.
Potsdamer street 153 10783 Berlin (+49 176 22160998) |
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Barra Berlin Elevated dishes & natural wines in an intimate, minimalist restaurant, with bar and communal seating.
Okerstraße 2, 12049 Berlin (+49 30 81860757) |
Osmans Töchter Homestyle Turkish mezes, grills & stews in a relaxed, industrialchic eatery with sidewalk tables.
Pappelallee 15, 10437 Berlin (+49 172 2744662) |
Coccodrillo Roomy trattoria serving mostly vegetarian Italian fare in vibrant, playful surrounds with a terrace.
Veteranenstraße 9, 10119 Berlin, Germany |
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Khao Taan Sure, there’s nothing wrong with a quick Thai curry from your cheap and cheerful go-to just around the corner, but it’s worth a ride on the S-Bahn for something special. Everything at Khao Taan feels earnest and fresh, with an emphasis on family-style eating.
Gryphiusstraße 10 10245 Ber lin (+49 30 58617400) |
Burgermeister When you want the best quality, you have to do things yourself. We produce our own burger buns, meat and fries. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.
Dircksenstraße 113, 10178 Berlin (+49 30 67826820) |
Standard Serious Pizza Neapolitan-style pizza restaurants in Berlin aren’t rare, but we’re not complaining. Berlin’s pizza renaissance has upped the quality of the pies by huge margins, and Standard in Prenzlauer Berg is a crowdpleasing favourite.
Templinerstrasse 7 10119 Berlin (+49 30 48625614) |
Drinks
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The Wash A little away from the hustle and bustle of Rosenthaler Platz, you’ll find THE WASH BAR. The black disco ball glitters above the entrance door and invites you to drink at the almost ten-meterlong bar. Brunnenstr. 163, 10119 Berlin (+49 30 26301372) |
Coffee Drink your Monkey Cool, glass-fronted venue with outdoor tables, for light breakfasts & lunches, plus coffee & cake.
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Kaffehaus Frau Lüske A real feel-good place: whether you’re sitting outside in the garden on the terrace or making yourself comfortable in the café. You’ll feel right at home at Frau Lüske’s. Baseler Str. 46, 12205 Berlin (+49 30 86200480) |
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Becketts Kopf This long-running cocktail bar is an oasis of fine drink in the sparsely served Prenzlauer Berg. Pappelallee 64 10437 Berlin (+49 30 44035880) |
Geist im Glas From striking wooden panelling to Victorian curios dotted along the bar and an esoteric toilet, the attention to detail in the décor is reason enough to come here. Lenaustraße 27 12047 Berlin |
Dicke Wirtin This is a proper German pub: nine beers on tap, bizarre house schnapps – tiramisu liqueur, anyone? – and dirt-cheap prices for the area. Carmer Straße 9 10623 Berlin (+49 30 3124952) |
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Green Door Behind an actual green door (access granted by doorbell) lies this popular Schöneberg cocktail bar. Their tome-like drinks menu runs the whole gamut from the basics to their house Green Door cocktail, a refreshing mix of champagne, lemon, sugar and mint. Winterfeldtstr. 50 10781 Berlin (+49 30 2152515) |
Betty’n’Caty Already a real neighbourhood favourite - Betty’n’Caty in Prenzlauer Berg serves you delicious breakfast and good coffee. Knaackstr. 26 10405 Berlin (+49 30 44049120) |
Borchardt In the elegant ambience of this Charlottenburg coffeehouse, you’ll get the perfect start to the day - and into the evening. Französische Straße 47 10117 Berlin (+49 30 81886262) |
Things to do
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Berlin wall memorial This free indoor/outdoor museum and memorial is the best place to learn how the Berlin Wall sprung up overnight, what life was like in the former East German state, and the heroic attempts people made to reunite with their families. Stiftung Berliner Mauer |
Tiergarten Make like a Berliner and stretch your legs with a stroll, jog or cycle through the city’s most famous park, which comes into its own during spring and summer.
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Museum Island Berlin Berlin’s Museum Island is a grand work of art: five worldfamous museum buildings from the time of the Prussian rulers, together with the modern James Simon Gallery, form an exciting ensemble.
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Reichstag This neo-Baroque edifice housing the German Bundestag (Parliament) survived wars, Nazis, fire, bombing and the country’s division, only to return as a symbol of a new era in German politics. A trip to the top of this open, playful and defiantly democratic space, designed by Sir Norman Foster, is a must.
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Sanssouci Frederick the Great’s summer grounds make for an unforgettable day out in Potsdam, the state capital of Brandenburg, just an S-Bahn ride southwest from central Berlin. As well as touring the palace itself, guests can spend hours getting lost in its gardens and the ornate Bildergalerie and Neue Kammern (‘new chambers’). visitberlin.de/en/sanssouci-palace |
Berliner Fernsehturm The Berliner Fernsehturm skewers the great city at its middle, soaring a whopping 368 metres into the German skies with its red-and-white needle summit. At night, the tower is all lit up in noir shades of white and grey. It’s open until 10pm, so there’s a good chance you could get up to the 360-degree lookout deck after a nice meal. tv-turm.de |
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Liquidrom Liquidrom is a place to soothe the senses and unwind after a long day. This iconic spa is located in a strange-looking building known as the Tempodrom, which has a curious mix of Brutalism and big-tent designs. Möckernstraße 10, 10963 Berlin |
Friedrichstadt-Palast More than one hundred artists on the biggest theatre stage in the world. With half a million guests every year, the Palast is the #1 theatre in Berlin. Friedrichstraße 107, 10117 Berlin |
Berlin Icebar Explore one of the coolest places in the city: Berlin Icebar. This bar is kept at a temperature of -10°C. Spandauer Straße 2, 10178 Berlin |
