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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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Friedrichshain

Berghain

Friedrichshain

Die Tagung

Neukölln

Klunkerkranich

Kumpelnest 3000

Kumpelnest 3000 is a Berlin legend — a gloriously trashy, kitsch-drenched dive bar that opened back in 1987 inside a former brothel and never bothered to renovate away the louche charm. Chandeliers,…

★ 4

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.

Zosch

Zosch is a wonderfully old-school Berlin bar in Mitte, the kind of unreconstructed, lived-in haunt that has survived the neighbourhood’s gentrification with its scruffy charm intact. On Tucholskystraße, it is beloved for…

★ 4.3

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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.