If you explore Berlin, you’ll marvel at both that city’s history and its architecture. For all you lofty heights fanatics, there is no better way to explore Berlin’s tallest buildings than with a walking tour. From this comprehensive guide you will be taken through the city skyline, and there are several ways at what will be too awe inspiring an experience.
1. Berlin TV Tower
Located in Berlin is the Berlin TV Tower, known as the Fernsehturm, that is an iconic landmark standing as the tallest building in Berlin. At 368m, it has the city in its crosshairs from its observation deck. Also, always book your tickets in advance, especially if you are visiting at peak tourist seasons as you will avoid long queues.
2. Park Inn Hotel
The second tallest building in Berlin is the Park Inn Hotel, close to metro stop Alexanderplatz. At 125 meters (less than half the height of the Eiffel Tower), it gives beautiful views both in the air and down its 160 metre tower, and plenty of brave (read: foolish) people will base fly this thing if you let them. A controlled descent from the rooftop is base flying, which is an adrenaline rush for some!
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The Tower at Potsdamer Platz
Our next stop on the walking tour is The Tower at Potsdamer Platz, a 103 meter tall building and one of a kind in design. In addition to being able to view from the top, this skyscraper also includes a cinema, restaurants and shops, making it a great place to do a bit of leisure exploring.
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Treptowers
We move along the tour to the Treptowers 125 meters high. From their upper floors, these twin office buildings provide a good view. In addition, you can take a breather under the river in the park next door, which helps break up the urban feeling to some extent.
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The Blue Tower
The Blue Tower, in the Prenzlauer Berg district, rounds off our walking tour. Its 97 meters high, and as such offers an alternative view of Berlin. The vibrancy of the neighborhood and it’s streets as well as its lively cafes are known.
Tips for Your Walking Tour
Wear comfortable shoes: There’s a lot of walking to be done on the tour, so your feet need to be prepared and sound!
Check opening hours: Open the app and double check opening hours and any current COVID 19 restrictions when you head out for each building you plan to visit.
Combine the tour with other attractions: You can find many of these tallest buildings near other popular landmarks, so don’t worry about combining your visit with other nearby attractions to make your visit even more fulfilling.
Bring a camera: When you’re going for stunning views and landmarks along the way you need to have your camera and smartphone ready with enough battery and memory for the shots you want to take.
Conclusion
Discover Berlin as you never have before, launching an exciting journey through Berlin’s highest buildings, soaring up into their highest towers and getting a birds eye view of the whole city. This walking tour offers both panoramic views of the city or savoring the vibrant atmosphere around each building, as you choose, there is something for every visitor. So remember to make plans for getting there, wear comfortable shoes (and not heels), and make sure your camera is charged – and then get ready to explore Berlin from its highest points!
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