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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do in Berlin [2025]
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Museum Island
4.7
/5
416 reviews
8.3
Based on 9,069 reviews
Berlin City Centre | 400m from downtown
Phone +4930266424242
Address: Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Impressionist masterpieces & Lust Garden
See works by Manet & Monet
Saved by 453 users161 positive reviews
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Museum Island in Berlin is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a cultural treasure trove. Located in the heart of the city, it’s home to five world-class museums, including the Pergamon Museum and the Altes Museum. The island offers a mix of art, archaeology, and history, making it a must-visit for culture lovers. The architecture is stunning, and it’s a perfect spot to explore Berlin's rich history. Expect crowds, especially during peak tourist seasons, but the exhibits are well worth it.
Great value. I visited 4 museums in one day. It was a bit tiring, but it was a wonderful experience. The panoramic hall of the Pergamon Museum was very shocking. The statue of the Virgin Mary in the Bode Museum was extremely charming. It was the first time I saw such a gorgeous mirror sculpture.
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Berlin Cathedral
4.6
/5
571 reviews
7.9
From DKK 91.43
Based on 10,752 reviews
Berlin City Centre | 283m from downtown
Phone +493020269136
Address: Am Lustgarten, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.1 of Night Attractions in Berlin
Highlights:
Climb 260 steps & enjoy Berlin
236 ft dome offers Berlin city views
Saved by 348 users158 positive reviews
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If you’ve already made it to Berlin, I highly recommend climbing the stairs to the top of the Berlin Cathedral for the panoramic view. However, it really depends on your luck—during my visit the dome was under major renovation, and most of the view was blocked.Be prepared: the staircase has many steps, and the walkway at the top is quite narrow. When it gets crowded, you can’t stay up there for long. For the best experience, I suggest visiting after you’ve explored most of Berlin’s major sights—seeing the city you just walked through spread out beneath you makes the view even more rewarding.
The Berlin Cathedral combines the neo-Baroque and Renaissance style with a green dome towering, built during William II for the Hohenzollern dynasty and restored after World War II. The interior dome mural, the organ is shocking, and the top overlooks the Spree River and the museum island. It is a symbol of Berlin's history and architecture.
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Charlottenburg Palace
4.3
/5
99 reviews
7.0
From DKK 174.97
Based on 3,381 reviews
Charlottenburg | 7.4 km from downtown
Phone +493319694200
Address: Spandauer Damm 10-22, 14059 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Over 1500 Chinese ceramics
Prussian Baroque architecture
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Charlottenburg Palace is beautifully preserved and gives you a real sense of Prussian royal life. The interiors are elegant and richly decorated, and the overall layout of the visitor route is well organized, making it easy to follow the story of the palace as you move from one room to the next. The gardens are also very pleasant for a walk, especially in good weather.One important tip: tickets can sell out quickly, and timed entry is strictly managed. I highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance to ensure a smooth visit and the best experience.
We continue our art journey and come to Charlottenburg Palace. This magnificent palace was built by King Frederick I of Prussia for his wife Sophie Charlotte, and is an outstanding representative of Baroque architecture. The palace has a magnificent exterior, and the exquisite sculptures and complex decorative lines highlight the majesty and luxury of the royal family. Walking into the palace, it seems as if you have traveled back to that glorious era. The magnificent halls and beautifully decorated rooms, every detail shows the ultimate pursuit of court art. The gorgeous chandeliers, exquisite murals, and precious works of art are dazzling. Walking along the corridors of the palace and admiring these artistic treasures, we can imagine the luxury and elegance of court life in those days.
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Berliner Fernsehturm
4.4
/5
189 reviews
6.9
From DKK 205.32
Based on 11,974 reviews
Berlin City Centre | 315m from downtown
Phone +4930247575875
Address: Panoramastraße 1A, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-2.5 hours
No.2 of Night Attractions in Berlin
Highlights:
360-degree view of Berlin
1197 ft tower is Berlin's beacon
Saved by 167 users33% positive reviews
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The Berlin TV Tower (Berliner Fernsehturm) is an iconic landmark offering stunning panoramic views of the city from its observation deck. Standing at 368 meters, it’s Germany’s tallest structure, and visitors can enjoy a 360-degree view of Berlin's landmarks. The rotating restaurant at the top adds to the experience, though it can be a bit pricey. It's a must-visit for first-timers in the city!
We had a great experience at the Berliner Fernsehturm! The view from the top is absolutely stunning, offering a panoramic look over Berlin. We went early in the morning to avoid the queues, which made the visit even more enjoyable. If you want to make the most of your time and skip long waiting times, we definitely recommend going early. A must-visit for great city views!
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Reichstag Building
4.6
/5
532 reviews
6.6
Based on 35,761 reviews
Tiergarten | 2 km from downtown
Phone +49303022732083
Address: Platz der Republik 1, 11011 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.3 of Night Attractions in Berlin
Highlights:
Berlin panoramic view & spiral walkway
164 ft tower offers Berlin night views
Saved by 217 users180 positive reviews
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nice place with free entry. pre booking online is a must, opens one month before
The German Reichstag is a very commemorative building. If you come here, you can ask a local tour guide, or ask local passers-by or friends, because it is really commemorative and worth visiting.
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Berlin Zoological Garden
4.3
/5
98 reviews
6.4
From DKK 231.83
Based on 922 reviews
Tiergarten | 4.6 km from downtown
Address: Hardenbergpl. 8, 10787 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Featured in 2025 Europe 50 – Family-Friendly Attractions
Highlights:
Observe animals in their natural habitat
Old zoo founded in 1844
28% positive reviews
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Berlin Zoo is one of the oldest and most diverse zoos in the world. Home to over 20,000 animals, it’s beautifully designed and easy to explore. Highlights include the giant pandas, hippos, and stunning aquarium. A peaceful green escape in the heart of the city—perfect for all ages!#BerlinZoo#ZoologischerGarten#VisitBerlin
Visited the Berlin zoo just to see the twin baby pandas! They were so cute, one of the twins didn't make a long appearance but the other baby panda was always visible whilst I was there - either sleeping in full view or trying to climb one of the poles. Their mother was enjoying the bamboo. The queues for the ice cream/drinks were really long so didn't buy but I did visit on a Saturday lunchtime so I'm not surprised it was busy.
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German Spy Museum
4.3
/5
12 reviews
6.3
From DKK 153.87
Based on 2,575 reviews
Berlin City Centre | 2.1 km from downtown
Phone +4930398200451
Address: Leipziger Pl. 9, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Featured in 2025 Europe 50 – Family-Friendly Attractions
Highlights:
200 screens show over 1000 spy exhibits
Team up to complete laser maze
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In order to make full use of the museum pass, we went to the Spy Museum which was not originally on the itinerary. The museum displays the common tools and techniques of spies. I originally thought that these tools were just created in movies, but they really exist in reality and have been used by people for a long time.
A very interesting theme museum, located on the ground floor of a building on a busy street. The museum can arouse your greatest curiosity and learn some things that you can only learn on TV.
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Berlin Wall Memorial
4.8
/5
276 reviews
6.3
Based on 18,243 reviews
Berlin City Centre | 1.9 km from downtown
Phone +4930213085123
Address: Bernauer Str. 111, 13355 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Flowers commemorate Berlin Wall victims
Walk 110 miles of history
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So many we can see at Berlin Wall..For whom that interest in history.This is a good place for you to read all about Nazi’s
a wall that divided many west and east which one should visit and remember
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Neues Museum
4.5
/5
84 reviews
6.3
From DKK 104.53
Berlin City Centre | 495m from downtown
Phone +4930266424242
Address: Bodestraße 1-3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Nefertiti bust & Egyptian treasures
Located on Museum Island, World Heritage
43% positive reviews
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Well worth the visit. If you like history this is the place for you. From Egyptian history to Roman history it’s a great way to learn for kids. Nice to visit on a rainy and cold day in Berlin. Some very famous pieces can be found in this museum, and it’s great to see them from a close perspective.
We had a wonderful time in this gallery and saw amazing Egyptian artefacts including a bust of Nefertiti. The building is very impressive with some great architectural features - see photos. We would definitely recommend a visit here.
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Altes Museum
4.4
/5
71 reviews
5.9
From DKK 104.53
Based on 283 reviews
Berlin City Centre | 424m from downtown
Phone +4930266424242
Address: Bodestraße 1-3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
Highlights:
Landmark building on Museum Island
World Heritage since 1999
37% positive reviews
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We stumbled upon Museum Island as we were walking to the train station to return to our ship. We had seen it on a map but had no idea what it was. The museums and Berlin Cathedral were impressive. Definitely recommend a visit here.
Berlin in Germany is a famous metropolis in Europe. After World War II, the city was divided into East and West Berlin. There are many famous buildings here, such as museums and the Brandenburg Gate, and the most famous one is the Berlin Wall.
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