The best things to do in Berlin

Berlin is one of the most interesting cities in Europe where everyone will find things to do. Every second tourist who visited the capital of Germany returns there at least once. The German capital hosts many world-famous festivals, parades, concerts, and other events. In addition, the city of Berlin is the cultural capital of the country. Museums, exhibitions and modern art galleries will not leave anyone indifferent. Here is the list of the top attractions to visit and the best things to do in Berlin.

Boat River Cruise

Spree is a river in eastern Germany, the left tributary of the Havel, flowing in the Elbe basin. The Spree River is wide and deep enough for cargo barges and passenger ships to travel along it. Numerous cruise and sightseeing boats also go along the Spree. During the boat tour, you can learn more about the fascinating history of Berlin and see the main attractions of the city from the board of a comfortable ship. You will pass by the new government district, the House of World Cultures, the Berlin Cathedral and other famous places of the German capital.

Berlin Wall

The Berlin Wall is a symbol of Berlin and at the same time a sad reminder of the events of the summer of 1961. The concrete fence more than three meters high was not just the border between the two parts of the German state. A 160 kilometers long wall in one night divided thousands of families for almost thirty years. The fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 was a world-wide event. The wall was destroyed and parts of it were sold to private collections. Today, tourists come to Berlin to see the ruins of the Berlin Wall. However, even the Berliners themselves do not know exactly where it was situated. Today, these unique objects are a symbol of freedom and unity of people who once lived in complete isolation.

Brandenburg Gate

Brandenburg Gate is the main symbol of Berlin and the most recognizable site of the city. Built at the beginning of the 18th century, the Brandenburg Gate is the best example of German classicism. The Brandenburg Gate was created by order of the German King Friedrich Wilhelm II in 1791. Its construction lasted three years. According to the original idea, it was supposed to be a symbol of the Piece, and its second name is the Gate of the Piece. The main decoration of the gate is a bronze figure of the ancient Greek goddess of Peace Irena. Later, the gate became the symbol of the absolute power of Nazi in Germany. For a while, it was also a part of the Berlin Wall. The Brandenburg Gate is located in the center of Berlin on the Linden Alley, which connects the Gate with the former royal residence. Its height is more than twenty-five meters.

Neues Museum

The Neues Museum in Berlin stores objects that tell about thousands of years of history that humanity has lived. This is a place where you can learn more about ancient civilizations and their role in world history. Also, the Neues Museum is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The museum occupies three floors and has two main expositions: the Egyptian Museum and the Museum of Prehistoric and Early History. But the main treasure of the museum is a bust of Nefertiti, the queen of ancient Egypt, created in the 14th century BC. e. This bust is recognized as the most beautiful in the world and it is forbidden to take photos of it.

Museum Island

Museum Island (German Museumsinsel) is a unique complex of museums located on the island of Spreinsel in the historic center of Berlin. Currently, there are 5 museums on Museum Island. The Old Museum opened first, then the Bode Museum, the Pergamon Museum, the Old National Gallery, and the New Museum were created. The construction of this historic complex took more than 100 years. Today, to visit all the museums you will need at least a whole day. The Museum Island pass includes all 5 museums and is valid for 24 hours, which will allow you to visit all the exhibitions you are interested in.

Cold War and World War 2 Tour

Berlin was once the center of Hitler’s Nazi Empire, the Third Reich. To learn more about these times, take a Cold War and World War 2 Berlin walking tour. Explore the city’s dark past, learn about Nazi Germany, visit top Berlin attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, the Reichstag, and Hitler’s bunker. Your guide will tell you interesting facts about the life of Berlin's citizens during the Cold War and World War 2.

Postdam

Potsdam is the capital of the federal state of Brandenburg. It is located in eastern Germany, on the banks of the Havel and several lakes, just 20 km southwest of Berlin. Potsdam is known as a city of magnificent palaces and beautiful gardens. Here you can visit the Russian village called Aleksandrovka, the Dutch quarter as well as walk in ancient streets. The Dutch quarter of the city is famous for its shops, seasonal fairs, antique and souvenir shops, restaurants and cozy cafes.

Berlin Gallery

The Berlin Gallery is a Berlin land museum of modern art, photography, and architecture. It was founded in 1975 and since then has changed its location several times. The last time the move took place in 2015. For the last reconstruction of the museum, 6 million euros were spent. The Berlin Gallery regularly hosts many temporary exhibitions, as well as a permanent exhibition. The collection includes painting, about 15,000 copies of graphics, photography and architectural models.

An Evening at Charlottenburg Palace

Charlottenburg is one of Berlin's greatest architectural monuments built in the 17th century. Previously, it was a royal residence with a luxurious park. Today Charlottenburg is a popular tourist destination in Berlin. This is one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Germany. The main entrance to the Charlottenburg Palace has a 48-meter dome crowned with a gilded statue of Fortune. In the western part of the palace is the Big Greenhouse, built in 1709-1712. In winter, rare plants were exhibited there, and during the summer months, festive performances were held in her yard.

Concentration Camp Memorial Tour

While the Nazis were hosting the 1936 Olympic games, slaves were being forced to build a huge concentration camp in Berlin. More than 50,000 lost their lives in the camp before the liberation in 1945. Later, many thousands more died when the camp was used by the Soviets until 1950. During the Concentration Camp Memorial Tour your guide will tell you the background history of the site while you are visiting the Appellplatz parade ground, the Jewish Barrack, punishment cells, execution grounds and crematorium, Station Z, the Pathology Laboratory and camp hospital.