A short trip to Berlin

Berlin is an incredibly versatile city that appeals to all kind of travelers. It has many must-see landmarks, such as the Brandenburg Gate on Pariser Platz or the Reichstag, but why not go off the beaten track and find own treasures? You may start your vacation trip to Berlin from a boat tour on River Spree, flowing through the city center to see popular sites - the Government Quarter, Berlin Cathedral, Bellevue Palace, etc. You will also pass by Museum island, where many museums are gathered in one place, with such famous ones as the Bode, the Altes, and the Pergamon. Berlin has witnessed the events that changed the face of the world. Devote one day to exploring its history: WWII sites, such as Hitler's secret shelter - Führerbunker, and the remnants of the tragic post-war division of the city, e.g., the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse.

The city offers many options for families with children. Spend an exciting day in one of the zoos - Berlin Zoological Garden, the country's oldest and most species-rich one, or Tierpark. The underwater creatures at AquaDom & Sea Life Berlin will also mesmerize little visitors.

Your perfect weekend all year round

Irrespective of the season, Berlin can become the setting for the best weekend of your life. In warmer months, time outside is so pleasurable, and the city hosts hundreds of festivals and gatherings. Share the amber beverage with your friends in one of the beer gardens, such as Prater in Kastanienallee. Berlin has two rivers and several lakes, which make it a perfect spot for picnics and walks. Enjoy parties at beach cafes and outdoor clubs, for instance, Playground, Badeschiff or Club der Visionäre. Rooftop bars are an excellent choice for a sunset meditation over a cocktail - try Deck 5, Klunkerkranich, Apartment Bar, terraces at Amano Hotel and Hotel de Rome. Gardens of the World in Marzahn district is an urban green oasis that will delight your eyes. Apart from various seasonal events, such as the cherry blossom festival in spring, you can attend a tea ceremony here. On Sunday, the Mauerpark flea market is a lively spot for vintage lovers as well as a trendy Bearpit Karaoke venue, so you can enjoy both shopping and singing.

In winter, especially in December, visit fabulous Christmas markets, such as Winter World on Potsdamer Platz - one of the earliest.
Food culture in Berlin is so eclectic, from the traditional currywurst to Turkish kebaps, and represents its ethnic diversity. Savor Eisbein (pork knuckle) at the city's oldest restaurant - Zur letzen Instanz, get the best New York style burgers at the Bird, and grab a delicious kebap to go at Imren Grill.

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