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Berlin is one of the most rewarding places to explore, and this local guide brings together the best things to do, where to eat and where to stay in one place. Highlights include Maybachufer, Graffiti Wall of Fame and Stroll Along the Spree. Food lovers should not miss Mama Bar and Konnopke's Imbiss. Below you will find 49 hand-picked local recommendations across sights, restaurants, hotels and tours, which you can filter by category and budget to plan the perfect trip, whether you have a weekend or a week.

Berlin at a glance

  • Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
  • Best time to visit: spring and autumn
  • Highlights: Maybachufer and Graffiti Wall of Fame
  • Where to stay: Neukolln and Mitte
  • Local picks: 49 hand-chosen recommendations
  • Getting around: walkable, plus easy public transport

Local tips for Berlin

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Where to stay in Berlin

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Mitte

The Circus Hotel

A smart, sustainability-minded boutique on Rosenthaler Platz with bright rooms, a good cafe and its own brewery and apartments – excellent value in the thick of Mitte’s bars and galleries.
★ 4.6
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Mitte

Third Reich & WWII Walking Tour

A sobering, expertly-guided walk through the sites of Nazi-era Berlin – the government quarter, the bunker area, the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe – confronting the city’s darkest chapter with care and context.
★ 4.7
$$
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Tiergarten

Tiergarten

Berlin’s huge central park – wooded paths, lakes, beer gardens and the golden Victory Column at its heart. Rent a boat, grab a currywurst or just sprawl on the grass; it’s the city’s green living room.
★ 4.7
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Various

Uber den Tellerrand

A heart-warming social project born in Berlin where refugees and locals cook and eat together – cooking classes led by newcomers, shared meals and events that build friendships across cultures. Book a class for a delicious, genuinely connecting evening.
★ 4.6
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Prenzlauer Berg

Wohnzimmerbar

Wohnzimmerbar (literally “living room bar”) on Letteplatz in Prenzlauer Berg lives up to its name: mismatched velvet sofas, floral armchairs, and 1960s-style cabinets stand in for the usual barstools. It’s a relaxed spot for a cocktail or glass of wine any night of the week, and it doubles as a daytime cafe with coffee and breakfast. Doors open daily at 4pm and the crowd settles in for the long haul, so it’s a good pick after dinner when you’d rather sit than stand. The window sofas go first on weekends, so get there early if you want one.
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Mitte

Zur letzten Instanz

Said to be Berlin’s oldest restaurant, serving since 1621 in a cosy timber-framed corner of old Mitte. Traditional German plates – schnitzel, Eisbein, meatballs – in a room that has fed everyone from Napoleon to modern chancellors.
★ 4.4
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Berlin travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Berlin?

Two to three days is enough to enjoy the highlights of Berlin at a relaxed pace. See our Berlin itinerary guide for a day-by-day plan.

Where is the best area to stay in Berlin?

Stay central and walkable to the main sights for a first visit. Our where to stay in Berlin guide breaks down the best neighbourhoods.

What are the best things to do in Berlin?

Browse the local picks above, from top sights and museums to where to eat and stay.

What is the best time to visit Berlin?

Spring and autumn usually bring the most comfortable weather and thinner crowds, though Berlin is worth visiting year-round.

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