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3 days in Berlin
Day 1
Located in no-man's land between East and West Germany during the Cold War, this famous monument, built during the 18th-century reign of Friedrich Wilhelm II, has long been a defining symbol of Berlin and both the city's division and unification.
Built from 1695–99 as a summer residence for Sophie Charlotte, this palace is a stunning example of baroque architecture.
The best and highest point from which to admire Berlin.Do you want to discover Berlin 360°? Then you will be in just the right place at the TV Tower. From 203 and 207 metres high you can look out over the entire city with its large number of tourist attractions: you can see the Reichstag (Parliament building), the Brandenburg Gate and the Main Railway Station from here, as well as the...
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The best and highest point from which to admire Berlin.Do you want to discover Berlin 360°? Then you will be in just the right place at the TV Tower. From 203 and 207 metres high you can look out over the entire city with its large number of tourist attractions: you can see the Reichstag (Parliament building), the Brandenburg Gate and the Main Railway Station from here, as well as the Olympic Stadium, the Museum Island (Museumsinsel) and the Potsdam Square (Potsdamer Platz).With almost 1.2 million visitors every year, the Berlin TV Tower is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Berlin. For an extra treat, enjoy a meal in Sphere, the revolving restaurant. You will be able to admire Berlin from all angles without leaving your seat. Less
In the 1970s, Alexanderplatz became an experiment in socialist urban aesthetics. The square is the home to the World Time Clock, a continually rotating installation that shows the time around the globe and Hermann Henselmann’s Haus des Lehrers.
Napoleon is believed to have once dined at this restaurant, which opened in 1621.
In 1621, a retired knight’s servant of the elector of that time opened a little distillery, and by this he laid the foundations for “Letzte Instanz”. Thanks to the “Graues Kloster” (Grey Monastery), in Waisenstraße, belonging to Nikolaikirche, the distillery was getting more and more popular even...
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Napoleon is believed to have once dined at this restaurant, which opened in 1621.
In 1621, a retired knight’s servant of the elector of that time opened a little distillery, and by this he laid the foundations for “Letzte Instanz”. Thanks to the “Graues Kloster” (Grey Monastery), in Waisenstraße, belonging to Nikolaikirche, the distillery was getting more and more popular even beyond the borderlines of the city. The monastery, working place of doctors, alchemists, and astrologists, and which also had a printing work and a foundry of letters, enhanced the popularity of Waisenstraße and attracted a large number of guests coming to our restaurant. Less
Day 2
This ornate Protestant cathedral is one of Berlin's best known landmarks.
This internationally renowned ancient history museum contains several fantastic artifacts, including the huge Altar of Zeus and the famous Ishtar Gate from Babylon.
This famous East Berlin street is lined with interesting attractions and historic sites.
Day 3
With the help of the visitors office of the Bundestag, try out the Arts and Architecture tour or an actual tour of the Reichstag (if Parliament is... more »
The ruins of this famous landmark, damaged during World War II bombings, serve as a symbol of the destruction of war.
A wide selection of European artwork, dating from the 1200s through the 1700s, can be found at this popular museum.
This restaurant is named after an Austrian Jewish writer who lived next door before being forced into exile by the Nazis. Known for German-style sandwiches and cakes.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
About this expert
Ewa Lyczewska is a contributor at TripAdvisor. She has traveled on her own through 21 countries.
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