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Berlin Overview

Berlin is at the heart of Germany with two sides to the city even though the Wall put up during the Cold War came down in 1989. Both sides developed their social and attractions sides. Most people like to walk around Berlin as it enables one to see everything and go at one’s own pace.

As one of the biggest cities in Germany, Berlin isn’t the most quaint and attractive; however it has endless monuments, museums as well as entertainment throughout the year which will keep you and your family extremely busy!

Due to being close by to Poland, tourists tend to visit in the summer when the weather is not so harsh and cold. However there are worldwide events throughout the year in this big and wonderful city such as the International Film Festival, the Gay Parade, the music festivals and the theatrical performances throughout the year.

Berlin Guide - Fast Facts

Country/Location: North East of Germany
Language: German
Size: 889 sq km
Population: 3.39 million
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +1
Nearest Ferry Port: Rostock
Train Stations: Bahnhof Zoo & Ostbahnhof
Airport: Tegel (TLX), Schonefeld (SFX),
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Berlin Information

Food and Drink in Berlin

The city’s cosmopolitan feel offers a wide choice of restaurants from the cheapest but nice to the most
expensive restaurants and bars. The regional beer is the Berliner Weisse, however you will also find
numerous other regional beverages to taste! Bars and restaurants can be found at every corner of the
western side of Berlin and in various district of the Eastern side too.

Nightlife in Berlin

Where to start is a question no one is able to answer! Find yourself a bar and move to the next one! As one of
Cosmopolitan cities in Europe, Berlin has been known for years to have a fantastic nightlife- Going from bars
to bars, café to café, as well as the clubs and small theatres. There is so much to do in this big city you will not have a spare moment or find yourself short of place to drink and visit. From the classical concerts, to the small theatrical groups, or the music café where young groups are trying to get a name for themselves- there is something for
everyone’s taste…

Shopping in Berlin

Almost every district has its one shopping mall. Berlin is a fantastic place to shop with new coming designers, shops with outstanding trends, small boutiques as well as the legendary "Kaufhaus des Westens" which
offers joy of shopping on six floors, the "Galeries Lafayette" attract with its french charme- whatever style, look or fashion trend you are into, you will find what you are looking for as well as what you never expected to find!

Attractions in Berlin

One of the most visited and photographed place is of course where the Wall use to be: Brandenburger Tor.
However Berlin has plenty more to offer such as War museums, Painting museums, Architectural buildings,
the list is endless!

Berlin Transportation

Berlin's transport network is very well connected with the U-Bahn (underground), the S-Bahn (underground), the trains and bus services taking you across town. Transport in Germany is known to be very efficient and reliable.