Touring Berlin, the largest German city, would already be a spectacular experience if you visited Germany. This capital city has endless attractions for tourists: from museums to restaurants, from trendy places to nightclubs. In fact, you might even have trouble finding the time to travel around the city considering the many places worth visiting.
If you don’t have the luxury of time to tour the city, let me give you an idea of the activities you can do during your stay there. Here are the ten that top my list:
one. Visiting the symbolic Branderburg Gate. This is the most recognizable landmark in Berlin and was inspired by the Acropolis in Athens. Located in the “no man’s land” between the east and west walls, this unmissable sight has been a symbol of the country’s division and reconciliation.
two. Looking back in time through the Berlin Wall. Going back over history is inevitable once you set foot in Berlin. As you move through the city, you can’t help but relive the country’s past through Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Wall Memorial, and the East Side Gallery. Checkpoint Charlie is once the site of the worst tension and violence in history. But how ironic it turned out that it is now the most popular tourist spot in Germany. As you go through the entire checkpoint, think about how difficult it was for those who couldn’t get through compared to how easy it is now.
3. Exploring the Museum Island. With the multi-visit ticket you can shop there, spend a day with the best museums in the city and feel the atmosphere of ancient Babylon, the Byzantine Empire or the Greek-Turkish cities.
Four. Having a picnic in the Tiergarten. Communicate with nature in this large green park in the heart of Berlin. In addition to getting the calm you need, you can also get a glimpse of German history through some historical monuments. One of them is that of “The Iron Chancellor” Otto von Bismarck himself.
5. Stargazing and Berlin Film Festival. This festival is held annually in which thousands of film professionals and journalists from 120 countries participate. With celebrities from different nations gathering in the city, this is said to be the most anticipated event of each year.
6. Experiencing the nightlife of Berlin. Don’t you know that German beer is recognized in the world for its excellent quality? Berlin has many clubs if you want to enjoy the night. Not to miss the night in the city means not to miss a wide range of beers and other drinks.
7. Enjoying a live soccer match at the Olympic Stadium. Berlin is like a paradise for all footballers and this second largest stadium in Germany is often the place where you can watch the game. The sport is so popular that there are more than 20 clubs in the city alone. While in Berlin, it would be great if you don’t miss seeing Berlin’s own Hertha BSC Berliner.
8. Shopping at KaDeWe. Shop till you drop at this second largest department store in continental Europe. Just a word of advice: Most small stores close at 8:00 PM, but some department stores extend their hours until 9:00 PM or 10:00 PM on select nights.
9. Catching the music of Berlin. The Berlin Orchestra is not something to be missed once you are here. Seven symphony orchestras perform regularly to give you an idea of Berlin’s musical prowess.
10 Tasting of traditional currywurst. Yes. Currywurst is probably Berlin’s must-eat food. Don’t forget to order some of this German sausage with spicy curry tomato sauce that was invented in Berlin itself. Add it with some mustard and potatoes (fries) on the side and voila!