Berlin

Best Things to Do

With one of the top nightlife scenes in the world and fascinating historic sites to explore, here are Berlin's best experiences.

Best Time to Visit

Make the most of your time in Berlin, a city with much to see and do, with our ultimate guide to the best time to visit.

Things to Know

The world-famous Pergamonmuseum will close this fall for a multiyear renovation. Visit while you can – and take advantage of Berlin’s other museums, too.

Transportation

It can seem intimidating at first, but getting around Berlin is quick, efficient and relatively cheap. Here's our guide to transport in the German capital.

Free Things to Do

From panoramic vistas and sinister museums to hidden street art, here are all the excellent free things to do and places to go in Berlin.

Best Neighborhoods

Lorna Cannon, founder of Refugee Voices Tours, explains how her guides share their stories of coming to Berlin as refugees.

Day Trips

Forest walks, cycling routes, dips in the lake, historic sites and much more are all within easy reach of Berlin – and sometimes even within the city limits.

Best Road Trips

Forest walks, cycling routes, dips in the lake, historic sites and much more are all within easy reach of Berlin – and sometimes even within the city limits.

Money and Costs

From vintage postcards to secondhand clothing, Berlin's flea markets have everything a bargain hunter needs, plus atmosphere, live music and beers.

Traveling with Kids

Germany is a combination of cutting-edge cool and timeless tradition, wrapped in a package of spectacular landscapes, vibrant metropolises and idyllic…

5 Shops

Their independence is growing, so when you travel with tweens and teens be sure to think outside the box. Here are our suggestions to get the plan rolling.