In fact, it is hard to think of Berlin as not just Germany’s capital, but the city is always active. This it does through a variety of options for tourists that the town has in store for revelers during the week. But what about Mondays? Hang on, as you will soon realise there is no scarcity of activities any time, but particularly on this particular day of the week. In fact, Monday is not less exciting and eventful in the city than any other day of the week. In this guide, you will get more detailed recommendations regarding what to do in Berlin on Monday to make your staying unforgettable.
1. Visit the Museums
Many tourists consider Berlin, the city with world class musea where you will find many interesting exhibits regardless of your interests. And Mondays are the best time to do this because many of the museums that are in the city offer either a reduced price or even no charge at all on Mondays.
Beginner your Monday tour by checking out the Museum Island – a W0rld Heritage site that is home to five spectacular museums. Spend hours aperceing that statue in the Pergamon Museum or lost in the klassical art pieces in Altes Museum or for the historians inside you, plunge into the world of Egyptian monuments in the Neues Museum. Especially if you are a museums fan the next day will be great since it will give you an opportunity to see a lot about the city both history and art.
2. Explore the Outdoor Spaces
Especially if the day is sunny, it is a great idea to spend Monday with a walk in the park as main staying place of Berlin. In this city, there are many parks and gardens which provide shade and are gorgeous.
Next, go for a walk in the Tiergarten, the largest park in Berlin which you will find rather beautiful and quite. Among others there is the Tempelhofer Feld, a former airport territory that has been transformed into a park where people can bike, barbecue and even fly kites.
For something different pay a visit to the Mauerpark which hosts a rather popular Sunday fleamarket. Of course, it might look strange to talk about this park on Monday, but there is indeed something which is worth visiting – Bearpit Karaoke. At every Monday evening, people become Natural Singers and perform songs on an open stage in an amphitheater, making joyous impressions on each other.
3. Shop at the Markets
Unfortunately, like any other city, some of the Berlin’s markets are open only from Thursday till Monday, this means that the market lovers have nothing to visit on Monday but there are many other interesting things to taste in Berlin.
The Markthalle Neun is an active internal market in the district of Kreuzberg. The market also comes with unique meals known as Street Food Monday on specified Mondays for one to get to taste various delicious Foods from across the World. Starting with tantalising Mexican treats to juicy Chinese buns, gear up for a realistic World-Food taste!
Now for those shoppers who enjoy shopping for handmade products and trading with antiques then you have to visit the Nowkoelln Flowmarkt. While it operates on the first Monday of each month, this is a great place for vintage apparel, old school shoes, furniture and many others. Take the whole Monday leisurely strolling round the stalls trying to find the gem.
4. Enjoy Live Music
Any music lovers will definitely be delighted to know that if you are a Berliner, or visiting the city, there is still what may be referred to as a live music Monday. For jazz lovers, there are countless wonderful spots, and for rock or electronic lovers there are also places where one can appreciate an incredible show.
Friedrichshain is an artsy suburb, so you shouldn’t miss the A-Trane, a jazz club which hosts musicians of international acclaim. The club has a rather small amount of seats, but this contributes to the special kind of the atmosphere when it is possible to focus only on the music.
For a more Indie and of less mainstream you can go to Lido which is located in Kreuzberg. With many artists suggested and the atmosphere lively as hell you are guaranteed not only to find your new favorite bands but also dance the night away.
5. Indulge in Local Cuisine
Well, no trip is ever complete without testing some of the most popular food in the city, in this case Berlin. And Mondays are the best time to try out German cuisine or visit the rapidly developing cuisine of other countries.
Begin with Berlin specialty to begin with – currywurst Many tourists start cooking tour with Berlin specialty – currywurst. Visit Curry 36 or Konnopke’s Imbiss, two currywurst stands that bring visitors fast food joy for decades. Enjoy the smoothly made sausage with ketchup, curry powder that we know Berliners would enjoy every bite of it.
If you are in more experimental mood, you can head for the Turkish market in Kreuzberg located at the Landwehr Canal. Operated daily except Sunday, this live seafood market is filled with mouth-watering delicious Turkish street foods. Crispy kebabs to soft juicy and sumptuous baklava, wow!!!
Conclusion
This may be Monday but that shouldn’t deprive you of enjoying the cultural niche of Berlin. Whether visiting museums, parks, shopping at markets or listening to live music, eating German food or trying other countries foods and cuisines, Berlin has it all for people on this day of the week. Therefore, should you find yourself in the Germany’s capital on a Monday, you should use this guide to plan your day and have the time of your life in this fantastic city.
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