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Things to see in Berlin (Germany): 144 places and when to go
Berlin is a major city in Germany with around 3,406,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 144 places in and around it, mainly History (64), Food and drink (27), Museums and art (20). The best known are Brandenburg Gate, Humboldt University of Berlin and Reichstag building. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 33 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 26. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 52.5238, 13.3996
- Population
- About 3,406,000
- Places
- 144 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (64) · Food and drink (27) · Museums and art (20) · Nature (18) · Temples (17) · Mountains (11)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- BER Berlin, 19 km as the crow flies
What to see in Berlin
The places in and around Berlin, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Brandenburg GateTriumphal arch in Berlin, Germany1.7 km
- Humboldt University of BerlinPublic research university in Berlin, Germany728 m
- Reichstag buildingSeat of the German Bundestag and, before 1945, the eponymous parliament of the Weimar Republic1.7 km
- Pergamon MuseumMuseum building in Berlin, part of the Museumsinsel, presents the Vorderasiatisches Museum, the Museum für Islamische Kunst and parts of the Antikensammlung385 m
- Museum IslandNorthern part of Spree Island in the Spree river in central Berlin454 m
- German BundesratOrgan representing the German states since 19492.0 km
- Berlin CathedralMain lutheran church in Berlin534 m
- Berlin ZooZoo in Germany4.4 km
- Schloss CharlottenburgBaroque palace in Berlin, Germany7.1 km
- Neues MuseumName of one of the museum buildings on the Museum Island in Berlin, Germany422 m
- Bode MuseumArt museum in Berlin391 m
- Berlin Victory ColumnClassical triumphal column in Berlin, Germany3.5 km
- Altes MuseumAntiquities museum in Berlin, Germany487 m
- Memorial to the Murdered Jews of EuropeMemorial in Berlin for the Jews murdered under the National Socialist regime1.8 km
- Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial ChurchChurch in Berlin4.9 km
- Gemäldegalerie, BerlinArt museum in Berlin, Germany2.9 km
- Berlin Tempelhof AirportFormer airport in Berlin, Germany4.8 km
- Red Town HallCity hall of Berlin, Germany864 m
- Alte NationalgalerieArt museum in Berlin, Germany341 m
- Jewish Museum BerlinMuseum in Berlin2.4 km
- Bellevue Palace, GermanyOfficial residence in Berlin for the President of the Federal Republic of Germany3.2 km
- Berlin State OperaGerman opera house in Berlin856 m
- St. Hedwig's CathedralRoman Catholic cathedral in Berlin, Germany951 m
- AVUSHighway part and former race track9.0 km
And the other 120, by what you come to do:
- Museums and art: Museum für Naturkunde Berlin, East Side Gallery, German Historical Museum, German Museum of Technology, Humboldt Forum, Hamburger Bahnhof, Schwules Museum, Haus der Kulturen der Welt, Berlinische Galerie, bunker Ladeburg
- History: Soviet War Memorial, St. Mary's Church, Berlin, New Synagogue, Palace of the Republic, Berlin, Konzerthaus Berlin, St. Nicholas Church, Berlin, Neue Nationalgalerie, Oberbaum Bridge, Berliner Philharmonie, Neue Kirche, Berlin, Neue Wache, Berlin Alexanderplatz station, Soviet War Memorial, Topography of Terror, Zeughaus, Invalids' Cemetery, Nikolaiviertel, Spandau Citadel, Berlin Anhalter Bahnhof, Hackesche Höfe, Glienicke Palace, Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer, Soviet War Memorial, AEG turbine factory, Das Buddhistische Haus, Unité d'Habitation of Berlin, Rosary Basilica, Kaufhaus Jonaß, Tabor Church, Zehrensdorf Indian Military Cemetery, Ehrenfriedhof für Gefallene der Roten Armee, Dorfkirche Lübars, Schlosskirche Buch, Soviet War Memorial, Dorfkirche Bohnsdorf, Village church Löwenberg, Schmöckwitz village church, Schlosshotel im Grunewald, Hotel Dada Art Berlin, Maybach I and II
- Temples: French Cathedral, Berlin, Berlin Mosque, Gemeindezentrum Hellersdorf
- Nature: Berlin Botanical Garden and Botanical Museum, Karl-Marx-Allee, Teufelsberg, Gärten der Welt, Britzer Garten, Reichstag dome, Humboldthöhe, Mörderberg, Rixdorfer Höhe, Arkenberge, Biesdorfer Höhe, Dählingsberg, Großer Bunkerberg, Stener Berg, Streganzer Berg, Teichberg, Kalktuffgelände am Tegeler Fließ, Osterquelle
- With kids: Tierpark Berlin, Berlin Aquarium, Zeiss Major Planetarium, Holland-Park, Tierhof „Mensch – Natur“
- Architecture: Berlin Radio Tower
- Food and drink: Markthalle IX, Berlin Distillery, Brauerei Flessa, Braufreunde Berlin, Brewer’s Tribute Brauerei, Britzer Weinkultur, Craftzentrum Berlin, Das schwarze Glas, Einbar Brauerei, Eschenbräu, FREYTAG Liqueurs & Spirits, FUERST WIACEK, Heidenpeters, Heineken N.V., Holzmarkt Brauerei, Hops & Barley, Hops & Barley Brauerei, KulchaBox, Leikheim, Lichtenrader Brauhaus, Markt am Bärenschaufenster, Rollberg, Straßenbräu, Treat, Weinerei, Wochenmarkt Antonplatz, Wochenmarkt Karlshorst
- Diving: Bundeslehr- und Forschungsstätte der DLRG Berlin, Nordberliner Tauchverein, Tauch-Tip Spandau
- Hiking: 66-Seen-Regionalparkroute, E10 European long distance path, European long distance path E10, Germany, E11 European long distance path, E11 European long distance path, Fontanewanderweg, Grüner Balken Ahrensfelde - Groß Schönebeck, Paul-Gerhardt-Weg, Paul-Gerhardt-Weg Etappe 1, Paul-Gerhardt-Weg Etappe 6, Ruppiner Land-Rundweg
- Hot springs: Hamam, Sultan Hamam
When to go to Berlin
The best time to visit Berlin is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:56
- FebPossible9:37
- MarPossible11:31
- AprBest time13:40
- MayBest time15:31
- JunBest time16:33
- JulBest time16:07
- AugBest time14:29
- SepBest time12:23
- OctBest time10:18
- NovPossible8:25
- DecBest time7:26
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 33 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 26. In June, 144 of the 144 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Berlin
The nearest main airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER, Berlin), 19 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Blankenfelde-Mahlow25 places22 km
- Potsdam80 places26 km
- Erkner20 places27 km
- Oranienburg15 places27 km
- Strausberg30 places34 km
- Schorfheide33 places42 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Berlin?
The best known: Brandenburg Gate, Humboldt University of Berlin, Reichstag building, Pergamon Museum, Museum Island. In all, 144 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 33 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 26.
How do you get to Berlin?
The nearest main airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 19 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Berlin as the destination and these 144 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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