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Berlin is more than just the capital of Germany: it's a center of art and culture, history in every street and alley, and vibrant nightlife every day. There are countless possibilities for activities in Berlin. We have compiled a selection of the most popular and interesting activities for you here.
By Maurizio Massaro
By Maurizio Massaro11 Things to Do in Berlin
Ideas for activities and outings for the perfect stay in Berlin, without claiming to be exhaustiveBerlin TV Tower
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Enjoy the view from the TV Tower
The Berlin TV Tower at 368 m is the highest building in Germany and is worth visiting for the fantastic panorama of the federal capital. During the day, the rotating Sphere restaurant in the TV tower serves burgers and salads, and in the evening, grilled dishes, making it worth visiting even when hungry. In the unique atmosphere of the viewing platform, you can get an overview of the city of Berlin, which is why a trip to the TV tower is worthwhile at the beginning of a Berlin stay.Reichstag building
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Visit the Reichstag
Only since 1999, discussions and decisions about the legislation of the German state have resumed in the old Reichstag building - following the disastrous Reichstag fire of 1933, the building had been too dilapidated for this purpose. Guided tours do not include visiting the modern glass dome, but it can be explored independently.Checkpoint Charlie
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Discover Berlin's historical hotspots
Few German cities have undergone as many contemporary historical changes as the federal capital. From the center of Prussian rule through the time of the Third Reich and the division of the city with subsequent reunification, there is much to see, hear, and learn. A good starting point is, for example, a visit to Checkpoint Charlie and the Wall Museum, but the Berlin-Hohenschönhausen Memorial and the Topography of Terror also provide deep insights into the history of Berlin and Germany.Brandenburg Gate
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Take a picture in front of the Brandenburg Gate
Once the old Berlin was surrounded by 18 city gates, the Brandenburg Gate is the last one remaining. As a great backdrop for holiday photos, it attracts tourists from all over the world every day and is one of the central attractions in Berlin-Mitte.Laser tag | Flickr: heipei CC-BY-SA 2.0
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Get active indoors or outdoors!
Live escape rooms, laser tag, blacklight mini-golf, or scavenger hunts: For those who find museum visits and city tours too passive, Berlin also offers activities that challenge your own abilities.Activities & Sports
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Altes Museum
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Experience ancient art to the fullest on the Museum Island
The Museum Island in the Spree was built under the Prussian kings from 1830 and now includes the Old Museum, the New Museum, the Pergamon Museum, the Bode Museum, and the Old National Gallery. Since 1999 part of the UNESCO World Heritage, this Berlin hotspot for ancient art is perfect for activities during rain in Berlin.Bode Museum
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Teufelsberg
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Take a trip to the radar station on Teufelsberg
One of the most spectacular sights in Berlin is the former listening station of the US Americans from the Cold War, located southwest of the inner city districts on Teufelsberg. Various guided tours and night-time walks are offered here, and under the mighty radar domes, you can enjoy a great panoramic view of the city of Berlin.Teufelsberg
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Berlin City Tour with Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus
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Get to know Berlin during an extraordinary city tour
The range of special guided tours and city tours through Berlin is huge and covers various areas of interest, whether Jewish Berlin or Gay-Culture-Tour, Trabi or VW-Bus, Kreuzberg or Mitte. As a first activity in Berlin, it makes sense to benefit from the knowledge and experience of competent guides. Particularly action-packed are the Hot-Rod-City-Tours, where you drive through the city in a miniature vehicle. Classic Hop-on-Hop-Off-Tours along the main sights are also offered.East Side Gallery
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Visit the East Side Gallery
The 1.3 km long remaining section of the Berlin Wall decorated with murals combines street art with historical symbolism: since 1990, artists have been able to pay tribute to the changes surrounding the fall of the Wall and the end of the Iron Curtain.Island of Youth | Flickr: Syphon86 CC-BY 2.0
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Slow down on the Island of Youth
Opposite the Treptower Park is the Island of Youth in the middle of the Spree. Locals especially appreciate this picturesque place for finding some peace in between. On the island is the Cultural House of Island Berlin with cultural events such as open-air cinema, poetry slam, and concerts, as well as a beer garden. Far away from beaten paths, a visit to the Island of Youth offers a contrast to the hustle and bustle of Berlin-Mitte.Cycling in Berlin-Mitte | Flickr: abbilder CC-BY-ND 2.0
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Discover Berlin by bike
Countless guided bike tours are offered for Berlin, but also bike rental is quite popular. Especially as an alternative means of transport in times of the Covid-19 pandemic, more and more Berliners and their guests are switching to the two-wheeler.Berlin by Bike
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7 activities for families in Berlin
As a change of pace for families after all the history and art, there are also countless family-friendly attractions in Berlin. Some are more crowded, such as Madame Tussauds® or Legoland Discovery Centre®, while others are more relaxed, like the Pinke-Panke Children's Farm.Polar bears in Tierpark Berlin | Flickr: juergend2 CC-BY-ND 2.0
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The classic: a zoo visit. But where?
Don't be confused: Berlin has two different zoos: Since 1954, the Tierpark Berlin in the former East Berlin has opened its doors to guests. Animals from 800 different species live on a huge area of 160 hectares. The much smaller Zoologischer Garten Berlin (Berlin Zoo), with 33 hectares, houses 1,400 species and is, with its foundation year of 1844, the oldest zoo in Germany.SEA LIFE Berlin
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Admire the impressive AquaDom and SEA LIFE Berlin aquarium
Located near Alexanderplatz is the marine aquarium SEA LIFE with the AquaDom, a 25-meter high aquarium featuring 1,500 fish from over 50 species. Families can escape the hustle and bustle of Berlin-Mitte and learn more about marine life.Children's Farm Pinke-Panke | Flickr: Zeitfixierer CC BY-SA 2.0
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Visit a farm in the heart of the metropolis
Away from the tourist crowds, the Pinke-Panke Children's Farm has existed in Berlin-Pankow for 25 years: Workshops for schoolchildren such as cooking and crafts are offered here. In addition, farm animals such as sheep and donkeys can be petted. This is a relaxing alternative to Berlin's zoos and a great experience for children.Madame Tussauds Berlin
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Take pictures with the stars at Madame Tussauds® Berlin
The wax museum is once again a popular attraction visited by many people, where life-like representations of music icons like Miley Cyrus, Rihanna, and David Bowie or celebrities like Angela Merkel, Barack Obama, or Heidi Klum can be selfie-taken. The Star Wars® section also represents a special highlight for small and large fans of the science fiction film series.Legoland Discovery Centre
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Build with Lego® bricks at Legoland Discovery Centre®
A world full of Lego® bricks, which represents more or less a shrunken Legoland® in the basement: In addition to rides and Lego® models, the Legoland Discovery Centre® Berlin also has a Lego® factory to marvel at. The attraction offers a colorful experience in Berlin for big and small children and is perfect as a family activity in Berlin.Legoland Discovery Centre
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High Rope Garden Berlin | Flickr: themonnie CC BY-SA 2.0
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Climbing in the Jungfernheide Forest High Rope Garden
For all families who like to have fun in nature with a safe thrill, the Jungfernheide Forest High Rope Garden is just the right thing. Always roped up, various climbing courses classified by difficulty can be conquered here. The height levels of the individual routes range from 3 to 17 meters above the ground and are suitable for beginners and advanced climbers alike.German Spy Museum Berlin | Flickr: Spy Museum Berlin CC BY-ND 2.0
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Feeling like secret agents in the Spy Museum
In the state-of-the-art German Spy Museum, more than 500 exhibits from the world of secret services, contemporary witness interviews from the Cold War, and interactive and multimedia installations create an exciting world for children and adults. In addition to the historical part of the exhibition, overcoming the laser course is a highly exciting venture in this museum, which was nominated for the European Museum of the Year award in 2020.More topics
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The 15 most important sights in Berlin
Our selection of top attractions in Berlin.Brandenburg Gate | Ulmon
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Brandenburg Gate
As a symbol of Berlin, the Brandenburg Gate is the last surviving gate of the original 18 city gates and an absolute must-see for visitors to the city! The triumphal arch dating from the early classicism era is located at the end of the grand boulevard Unter den Linden and marked the rise of Prussia in later Germany and the end of Napoleonic rule.Gendarmenmarkt | Flickr: Oh-Berlin.com CC-BY 2.0
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Gendarmenmarkt
At the Gendarmenmarkt, the Berlin of the 18th century comes to life: here you can find three architectural highlights from the Baroque and Classicism period, with the German Cathedral, the French Cathedral, and the Playhouse. In addition to all the more recent history, Berlin also offers attractions for those interested in art history.Berlin TV Tower
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Television Tower
Extremely popular is the Berlin TV Tower: Germany's tallest building at 368 meters, it features a revolving restaurant and an observation deck from which you can experience a panoramic view of the entire city of Berlin. It is recommended to book tickets for the Berlin TV Tower in advance, as the queues on site can become very long.Reichstag building
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Reichstag
The renovated Reichstag with its modern glass dome is another important sight in central Berlin. Inside the dome, you can follow a path leading up to the top, from whose observation deck you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Berlin. During guided tours, you can also learn more about everyday life in the German Parliament, the Bundestag.Victory Column in Tiergarten Berlin | Flickr: Richard Mortel CC-BY 2.0
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Victory Column
Especially on Sundays, the Mauerpark is the place-to-be in Berlin: the flea market hides many treasures that lovers of vintage items and antiques want to uncover. Another highlight in this part of the former border strip, which is now a park, is the Bearpit Karaoke that also takes place regularly every Sunday in the summer.Flea market at Mauerpark Berlin | Flickr: Matt Biddulph CC-BY-SA 2.0
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Mauerpark
Especially on Sundays, the Mauerpark is the place-to-be in Berlin: the flea market hides many treasures that lovers of vintage items and antiques want to uncover. Another highlight in this part of the former border strip, which is now a park, is the Bearpit Karaoke that also takes place regularly every Sunday in the summer.KaDeWe | Pixabay
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Kurfüstendamm
In the west of Berlin's city center, you can find the shopping street colloquially known as Ku'damm, which became a symbol of newly acquired prosperity during the German economic miracle after World War II. Here, you can find not only the famous Kaufhaus des Westens (KaDeWe) but also other attractions such as the Memorial Church.Berlin Cathedral | Flickr: Jorge Franganillo CC-BY 2.0
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Berlin Cathedral
The Berlin Cathedral, built at the beginning of the 20th century according to the principles of Neo-Baroque and Neo-Renaissance on the Museum Island, is one of the most important burial sites of European nobility and also the largest Protestant church in Germany in terms of area, which is why it is considered one of the most important sights in Berlin.Berlin Wall
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Berlin Wall
The time of German division is nowhere else so clearly recalled for visitors as in Berlin: for 28 years, around 160 kilometers of the border system ran through the divided city. At the Berlin Wall Memorial, a 70-meter-long section of the border system is preserved, and the names of the Wall victims are duly honored.Museum Island
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Museum Island
One of the most important museum complexes in all of Europe can be found on Museum Island in the Spree River in Berlin: a total of five museums invite visitors to walk and stroll between the buildings. While the Old Museum and New Museum exhibit ancient artifacts of the Romans and Greeks as well as Egyptians, the collection of the Bode Museum deals with Byzantine art. The Pergamon Museum also displays ancient art from ancient Rome to Western Asia, while the Old National Gallery houses 19th-century artworks. Online tickets which include entry to multiple museums are offered.Berlin Story Bunker
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Berlin Story Bunker
In the Berlin Story Bunker, an air-raid shelter from World War II was transformed into a more than 3,000 square meter vivid exhibition with the title Hitler – How could it happen and features, among other things, a replica of the Führerbunker. The associated Berlin Story Museum presents excerpts from Berlin's city history.Teufelsberg
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Teufelsberg
The second highest elevation in Berlin is the Teufelsberg, a hill made of war debris. Here, US-American and British forces intercepted Soviet communication during the Cold War using a listening station. A visit of the remains of this facility is possible with a guided tour, making the former Field Station Berlin one of the best attractions in Berlin.More Information & tickets
Topography of Terror
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Topography of Terror
At the site of the former SS and Gestapo headquarters, the Reichssicherheitshauptamt of the Nazi era, the Topography of Terror is a poignant permanent exhibition on the persecution and murder of Germany's Jewish population, political opponents, and other minorities. Admission is free and for those particularly interested in history, guided tours are also available.Computer Game Museum Berlin | Flickr: Philip Brechler CC-BY 2.0
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Computer Game Museum
Not only for gamers: 60 years of video game history are showcased in the permanent exhibition of the Computer Game Museum Berlin with interactive games, playable classics, and 300 exhibits, including rare old computers and consoles. Changing exhibitions on various focal points provide additional variety.Tempelhof Field | Flickr: abbilder CC-BY 2.0
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Tempelhof Field
The former site of Berlin-Tempelhof Airport is now mainly used by locals and is suitable for cycling, skating, a stroll or a picnic. For tours through the old airport buildings, it is recommended to book tickets in advance.More places to see in Berlin
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In the center of Berlin, there are countless attractions that tell their part of the history of Germany and Europe.Holocaust Memorial Berlin | Flickr: Andrea & Stefan CC-BY 2.0
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Holocaust Memorial
Next to the Brandenburg Gate is the stelae field of the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. It is one of the most poignant such memorials and it is worth pausing here. Unfortunately, due to the behavior of some visitors to the memorial, it must be pointed out that the significance of the memorial should be respected during a visit. This is not the place to engage in sports activities or thoughtlessly post selfies on the internet.Checkpoint Charlie | Wiki: Henry Robbert Public Domain
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Checkpoint Charlie
The former border crossing between East and West Berlin has been preserved as a monument and has become a popular photo opportunity for tourists. However, the guardhouse is a reconstruction and the soldiers are actors in costumes. Nevertheless, the site provides a good impression of what the checkpoint looked like.Checkpoint Charlie Museum
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Wall Museum
Right next to Checkpoint Charlie is the Wall Museum (Museum Haus am Checkpoint Charlie). Here you can find more historical context information about the inner German border in the four-sector city of Berlin and escape vehicles for leaving the GDR as well as political art.Berlin Wall Memorial | Flickr: Brian Dooley Public Domain
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Berlin Wall Memorial
At the Berlin Wall Memorial, in addition to a documentation center with an exhibition, you can also find a section of the former border facility, which can be viewed from a five-story observation tower. The memory of those who died at the Wall is also honored here, and historical audio and visual material is shown.More sights in Berlin
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Written byMaurizio MassaroMaurizio is a cosmopolitan, a musician and comes around. In his role as a content manager at TicketLens, he is always striving to find new offers as well as writing about sights all over the world.
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