Are you going to Berlin and do not know in which place to begin? Look no further! In this guide, you’ll read about the perfect itinerary for Berlin which also includes the free walking tour so that you can get the most out of your experience of the capital of Germany.
Day 1: Exploring Historic Berlin
BerlAdvent2Begin your Berlin tour with the historical side of Berlin. It should start with a visit to Brandenburg Gate, the representation of unity in Germany but more meaningfully; it symbolizes the union of the East and West the divided Germany. Tip: It is recommended to go early in the morning because it will help to avoid big crowds and take few nice shots of this attraction.
Second, go to the Germany’s iconic German Reichstag building that houses the Parliament. You could take a tour or just get a flavour of what it is like at Berlin from the roof top bar. One has to remember to book a guided tour in advance for the place.
Then you may take a walk tourist boulevard Unter den Linden that presents splendid buildings, shops and cafes. You can also go Museum Island which is popular site and marked as UNESCO and enjoy the other museums present there with arts, histories, and cultures.
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If the history buff is of any interest, the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is highly advised; it is a very eye-opening museum that commemorates Holocaust victims. It is in Berlin and this place is close to the Brandenburg Gate, and it is crucial to think about history in Germany.
Day 2: Cultural and Artistic Berlin
For day two, choose the best of Berlin’s art and culture experience. Begin your day on the East Side Gallery – a wall section of the former ‘Berlin Wall’ painted with wonders of artistry work by artists globally. Try to enjoy the landmark and find out more about the art object.
Next, you will visit Museum Island and the third museum on this list – the Pergamonmuseum which is among the most visited museums in Berlin. This museum showcases great historical relics as part of a library such as the Pergamon Altar.
Set out for Kreuzberg, one the most culturally diverse parts of Berlin. This artsy city is multiculturally diverse and has various graffiti paints, modern coffee shops as well as diverse eateries across the city. Cross the Oberbaum Bridge between Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain two peculiar and vibrant districts.
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While in the heart of Berlin, you should not lose the chance to visit the Berlinische Galerie- a modern art, architecture and photography museum. It has collection from both local and global artists and gives meaningful insight about modern Berlin art scene.
Free Walking Tour: Getting to Know Berlin
One amazing way to spend you time in berlin is by exploring the city with the help of free historical walking tour. These are some of the best methods by which you can get oriented in the city and its past, present and lesser-known aspects. There will always be professional local guides to take the group through streets providing any trivia about the area and its history.
Interesting places for walking tours of Berlin are the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, the Topography of Terror museum and the Prenzlauer Berg neighborhood. Actually, there are different types of tours according to the areas of your preferences, it may be history, street art, or food tour.
Take your walking shoes, carry a water flask and be ready for weather changes.
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However, when you choose the free walking tours companies are out there make sure these have good review of their services to their clients. You should also offer some extra money for your guide if you were served well throughout your tour.
Day 3: Modern Berlin and Hidden Gems
On the last day you would like to discover more contemporary Berlin and its secrets. It is suggested to begin you day with a trip to the famous TV Tower (Fernsehturm). From a more than 200 meters tall observation deck, Its offers breathtaking organic view of the city.
Then go to Prenzlauer Berg, the modern-popular part of the city. People should wander around its beautifully built shops, eateries, and markets, too. As I mentioned, check out Mauerpark on Sunday when you can see flea market and participate in the main Sunday’s karaoke.
Before leaving Berlin, there is a good place for walking – Tempelhofer Feld, which was an airport and was transformed into a park. You can bike or even opt for a nature walk around on the disused tracks which are now converted into parks where the inhabitants go to play, read, even fly kites or have a barbecue.
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If you’re in the mood for something not quite conventional, it might be a good idea to check out the old Spreepark site – a closed amusement park. These type of tours are comparatively few and thus they should be researched and properly booked in advance.
Final Thoughts
Berlin is a city of art, culture and history and a pleasure to visit for anyone interested in vibrant culture and history. That’s why following this ideal itinerary and joining the free Berlin walking tour, you will be able to see the most important places of the city and get more background information about the places.
It is also important to heed the opening times of places of interest, and, where necessary, have booked in advance for your convenience and enjoyment of the holiday. Enjoy a lot and discover everything that Berlin has for you!
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