Sightseeing in Berlin - what to see. Complete travel guide
Berlin is one of the biggest cities in Europe (its population is 3.4 million of people). Perhaps, this is also one of the most fashionable and constantly changing cities of the region. Berlin has been chosen the capital of Germany since 1990. However, in reality the city still consists of 2 parts. When The Berlin Wall fell, Berlin became one of the musical centres of Europe. The city keeps attracting numerous musicians and artists. Soon after this numerous trendy restaurants and clubs appeared in the city, and Berlin got back its reputation of the most fashionable place in Europe.
Bristol Hotel Kempinski was the first hotel in Germany built after the war. It was finished in 1952. A unique combination of classic and modern style together with excellent service make … Open
The history of Altberlin Berlin dates back to 1874. Until now the magnificent hotel has retained its unique style of Kaiser Wilhelm times. When the main restoration works were finished, the … Open
Reichstag. Reichstag is the local house of parliament, but at the same time this is one of the main attractions of Berlin. After the arson of 1933 and the bombing of 1945 the government had to move to Bonn. Reichstag was restored only in 1999. Since that time it has become a permanent place of parliament sessions. The huge glass cupola on the roof of the building keeps catching everyone's attention. Tourists are welcome to get upstairs by using a special staircase for visitors. From that place they will be able to see the hall for plenary sessions. The bottom of the cupola is the location of a cozy restaurant with a wonderful view.
Adlon Kempinski has won international popularity because of its owner, Lorenz Adlon. The hotel has always been in the epicenter of café society life and events. Ever since its grand opening … Open
The Egyptian Museum. The Egyptian Museum is one of the most popular museums in Berlin. It features a great collection of Egyptian works of art. The original bust of Nefertiti is one of the most famous exhibits of the museum. The bust was found during the archaeological excavations in 1900. The age of the bust is more than 3000 years old. The museum suffered much damage from the Second World War. A part of its collections was lost, but museum workers managed to save the bust of Nefertiti. When Germany was divided, the collection was also shared between the two parts. The collection, which was given to Eastern Berlin, was exhibited in the Bode Museum. Western Berlin, in its turn, decided to keep the collection in the building near the Charlottenburg Palace. After the unification of Germany it was decided to bring the parts of the collection together. The original building of The Egyptian Museum is under reconstruction now. In 2009 the collection will be placed there again and everyone will have an opportunity to enjoy its magnificence. However, tourists are welcome to visit the museum without waiting for this great day as nowadays it features rather interesting exhibitions. Besides the world-famous bust of Nefertiti one can see there, for example, Egyptian sarcophagi or mummies. More than that, the museum has a great collection of papyri.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Berlin and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Berlin
♥ Shopping area ' upscale' Berlin, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Tauentzienstraße' Berlin, 3.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Kurfürstendamm' Berlin, 5.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Schloßstraße' Berlin, 7.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' upscale' Berlin, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Tauentzienstraße' Berlin, 3.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Kurfürstendamm' Berlin, 5.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Schloßstraße' Berlin, 7.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Berlin
♥ Castle 'Bellevue Palace Berlin' , 2.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Charlottenburg' , 6.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Britz' , 8.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Köpenick' , 14.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Glienicke' , 22.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Bellevue Palace Berlin' , 2.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Charlottenburg' , 6.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Britz' , 8.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Köpenick' , 14.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Glienicke' , 22.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
National and city parks around Berlin
♥ Landscape Park 'Cedyński Park Krajobrazowy' , 71.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Unteres Odertal' , 83 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Park Krajobrazowy Dolina Dolnej Odry' , 111.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Müritz-Nationalpark' , 111.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Szczeciński Park Krajobrazowy "Puszcza Bukowa"' , 122.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Cedyński Park Krajobrazowy' , 71.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Unteres Odertal' , 83 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Park Krajobrazowy Dolina Dolnej Odry' , 111.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Müritz-Nationalpark' , 111.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Szczeciński Park Krajobrazowy "Puszcza Bukowa"' , 122.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
Art galleries in Berlin and around
♥ Art museum 'Friedrichswerder Church' Berlin, 0.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Neues Museum' Berlin, 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Bodemuseum' Berlin, 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Altes Museum' Berlin, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Pergamonmuseum' Berlin, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Friedrichswerder Church' Berlin, 0.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Neues Museum' Berlin, 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Bodemuseum' Berlin, 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Altes Museum' Berlin, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Pergamonmuseum' Berlin, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Berlin from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Teufelsberg
From the series “Abandoned Places of the Earth with Distinct Marks of Civilization”
Check on the map: Distance from Berlin center - 11.3 km.
After closure, the radio station building changed several owners who planned to open a variety of public institutions. None of these projects has been approved by the government in Berlin, so the building remained in ruins and slowly deteriorated. Today, the main guests of these places are graffiti artists, as well as curious tourists, who like to walk through the abandoned places. On weekends, Christopher Mclaren, who is a former employee of the radio station, arranges amazing tours aimed at fans of spy novels. …
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Spreepark
From the series “Deserted Places Causing the Feeling of Chill”
Check on the map: Distance from Berlin center - 7.4 km.
Despite the fact that Spreepark hasn’t been working for a long time, it never ceases to attract the attention of some tourists. Officially, its territory is protected and you can’t pass there. Anyway, some experienced stalkers often walk along the deserted park, entering it through one of the holes in a fence. There's an easier way to take a walk in the park. You can apply for an official tour and walk through the vast territory, accompanied by a group of tourists and a guide. Such a situation will probably give less of haircurling sensations, but you will be able to make a lot of spectacular pictures in the daylight. …
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Charlottenburg Palace
From the series “Rococo Architecture – Famous Monuments”
Check on the map: Distance from Berlin center - 6.4 km.
Visitors to the palace can also take a look at the old greenhouse. It was founded in 1709. The greenhouse was badly damaged during the Second World War. But it was quickly restored. The greenhouse has been used for music concerts and various special events since its opening. A beautiful summer house is also preserved on the territory of a large-scale palace. It's called the Schinkel Pavilion. It has the name of its founder. This is the outstanding architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel. A small art museum is open in a luxurious pavilion today. Its collection includes paintings and sketches by famous artists of the early 19th century. …
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