City: Berlin
Top Things to do in Berlin
Things to do in Berlin, Germany: The Best Architectural Buildings
Berlin is an edgy city, from its fashion to its architecture to its charged political history. The Berlin Wall is a sobering reminder of the hyper-charged postwar atmosphere, and yet the graffiti art that now covers its remnants has become symbolic of social progress. Check out the Weltzeituhr (world time) Clock, topped by a model of the solar system, then turn back time by dining at the historic Zur Letzten Instanz, a 16th century restaurant that was frequented by Napoleon and Beethoven.
Restaurants in Berlin
1. Berliner Philharmonie
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5.0 based on 3,221 reviews
Often a tough ticket, the Berlin Philharmonic features some of the best classical music to be had in Germany.
Reviewed By DaleCheshire
The place was packed at lunchtime but there was plenty of room to sit on the floor and everyone had a good view of the musicians. Good acoustics also, and this was a highlight of our Berlin trip. A cheap and cheerful lunch was also on offer before and after the concert, which was especially welcome as we hadn't had time to eat.
2. Reichstag Building
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4.5 based on 35,103 reviews
Situated just north of the Brandenburg Gate, this building houses the German Parliament and was the seat of the Weimar Republic government until it was seized by the Nazis in 1933.
Reviewed By lauren35323 - Toronto, Canada
The Reichstag has this amazing opportunity that lets you dine in their rooftop restaurant for breakfast - incredible food, amazing view, the chance to walk around the German parliament, what more could you ask for?
3. Berliner Dom
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4.5 based on 10,471 reviews
Reviewed By Johnbelfast123 - Belfast, United Kingdom
Superb adventure with fantastic views over Berlin - well worth the climb to the top. Looking down into the cathedral is breathtaking
4. Friedrichstadt-Palast
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4.5 based on 5,022 reviews
More than one hundred artists on the biggest theatre stage in the world. With half a million guests every year, the Palast is the #1 theatre in Berlin.The Palast in Berlin is the first choice for those wishing to experience something utterly unique and thoroughly fascinating - perfectly including international visitors who do not speak German. Welcome to Berlin, welcome to the Palast.
5. Die Hackeschen Hoefe
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4.5 based on 1,808 reviews
This restored East Berlin commercial center houses shops, cafés, nightclubs and more.
Reviewed By mkaklamanos74
The best commercial City village I ever seen. A quite your around the shops which are very carefully selected by the management. Fine shops and different kinds of goods. Products for all wallets and tastes. Boutique shops with clothes, belts, souvenirs, pastries etc. A place one has to visit if they visit Berlin.
6. Gropius Bau
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4.5 based on 324 reviews
Since its meticulous restoration in the 1970s the Gropius Bau has become one of the most renowned exhibition halls in Germany. Many international exhibitions have since found a fitting venue here and attracted many millions of visitors.
7. Deutsches Historisches Museum
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4.5 based on 3,941 reviews
The German Historical Museum presents itself in two buildings: In the unique Baroque Zeughaus and the neighbouring modern exhibition hall designed by the Chinese-American architect Ioeh Minh Pei. The 300-year old Zeughaus is one of the most important buildings of the Baroque period in Berlin and the oldest buildings at the boulevard Unter den Linden. In 2006 the Permanent Exhibition “German History in Images and Artefacts” was inaugurated here; it showcases 2000 years of eventful and enthralling German history as seen within its European context. 8000 selected objects from the extensive collections of the German Historical Museum furnish valuable evidence of history and reveal, on a surface area of 8000 square meters, a fascinating and vivid picture of the past. Supplementing the Permanent Exhibition are specialized temporary exhibitions displayed in the fascinating exhibition building designed by I.M. Pei. The spacious new structure with its glass and steel entrance lobby and distinctive winding staircase was opened in 2003. Definitive events and facets of German history are presented in a variety of special exhibitions on the four floors of the new building.
Reviewed By STE00793 - London, United Kingdom
- Staff were super friendly and helpful on arrival - Audio guide is a must - Very well laid out and curated - Lots of things to learn and interested pieces - WELL worth a visit in Berlin if you want to learn more about the history of Germany
8. Schloss Kopenick
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4.5 based on 49 reviews
Staatliche Museen zu Berlin closed from Saturday onwards From Saturday, 14.03.2020, onwards all buildings of the Staatliche Museen zu Berlin will be closed until further notice. This measure is intended to minimise the spread of the coronavirus. We ask our visitors for their understanding. Schloss Kopenick (Kopenick Palace) has been used as an exhibition space by the Kunstgewerbemuseum since 1963. Before the reunification of Germany, artworks located in the east of Berlin were put on display here. The buildings on the island were later fully renovated and since 2004 have housed the permanent exhibition "RoomArt", focussing on the decorative arts of the Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo periods. Spread across three floors, the museum presents outstanding masterworks in interior design from the 16th to 18th centuries.
9. Berlin Central Station
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4.5 based on 3,165 reviews
Reviewed By keyveeyen - Union Territory of Pondicherry, India
I simply astonished and wondered by seeing this Hauptbahnhof : Excellent Architecture in this modern world All the Metros connects in this single Building includes food court with branded shops. This architecture is eco-friendly. (Indian politician / Technical architects should learn how to construct 4 metro lines into the single building without affecting the ecological and natural things).
