Berlin Citytrip
After the Berlin Wall fell way back in 1989, the people and the city became reunited, erasing the unpleasant image of the city. Today, Berlin is now a world leader in terms of its economy, culture and politics. It is also one of the best destinations for a citytrip, where you can both appreciate the beauty of the place while learning about what happened before. Enjoy your citytrip to Berlin with these suggestions on what to see and what to do in this beautiful city.
When the Cold War ended, the Berlin wall that divided East and West Germany was demolished with the Brandenburg Gate the icon of the new Germany. It is a must then for you to visit the renowned landmark during your citytrip to Berlin for you to gain a better understanding of what happened to the country. Its design is similar to the entrance of the famous Acropolis in Athens, located in Pariser Platz built for the famous King Frederick Wilhelm II. Just a block to the north of Brandenburg Gate is the Reichstag building. This is an important historical structure for the city, housing the parliament of Germany. It is a modern glass dome that offers you a chance to witness the parliamentary proceedings as well as a spectacular view of the city skyline.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Museumsinsel or Museum Island is where you can find five of the country's world-class museums and a breathtaking cathedral. The Altes Museum (Old Museum) is where you can find the art collection of the Prussian family. The New (Neues) Museum houses exhibits for Prehistory and Egyptian times, and displays on the history of technology. The Old National Gallery (Alte National Galerie) shows artworks from the Classical, Impressionist, Biedermeier, Romantic and the early Modern periods. Moreoever, the Bode Museum has a wide array of sculptures from the Byzantine and Antique periods. Lastly, the Pergamon Museum has different reconstructed buildings. Add up the magnificent Berlin Cathedral and a trip here will surely make your citytrip to Berlin even better.
You have probably learned about the Holocaust while you were still in school so while you are in the place where it happened, you might as well take the chance to learn more about it during your citytrip to Berlin. Visit the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, a remarkable monument for the Holocaust. If you want to learn more, go down to the visitor center located underground.
There are parks and zoos where you can spend your time when you're in a citytrip to Berlin. The Zoologischer Garten Berlin houses around 14,000 animals of different kinds and there is an impressive aquarium with several water species. In Tiergarten (Animal Garden), you can take a stroll along the meadows surrounded by trees and lakes, where you can also encounter wildlife. Located in Kreuzberg, Viktoriapark is a favorite place for hanging out especially when the weather is warm. During your citytrip to Berlin, find time so that you can spend a few hours here where you can do pretty much anything.
If you are up for a shopping spree, there are several shopping districts that you can visit when you are on a citytrip to Berlin. There are various boutiques and retailers in North Mitte. You can also find great buys at Prenzlauer Berg, Nollendorf Platz and Alexanderplatz. Should you prefer a flea market, head to Mauerpark in Prenzlauer Berg where you can find food, records, clothes, furniture and other items sold at bargain prices. For entertainment, you can watch films at the Friedrichschain Open Air Cinema in the evening. You can also head to the bars where you can party all night long.
Berlin is indeed an interesting city to visit, with several places to see and a lot of things to do. Keep in mind the above tips and you will surely have a great citytrip to Berlin.