Berlin Vacations

Torn down in 1989 after dividing East and West Berlin for 28 years during the Cold War, the Berlin Wall now symbolizes the people’s resilience, strength, and creativity. Checkpoint Charlie was the best-known crossing point between East Berlin and West Berlin, another symbol of the Cold War. The Brandenburg Gate, one of Germany’s best-known landmarks, is an impressive 18th-century neoclassical monument. A central place for history and remembrance, the Holocaust Memorial invites you to learn more about this dark period in history.

With more than 150 museums, Berlin has you covered! Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Museum Island is a complex on Spree Island comprised of 5 world-famous museums. Lovers of street art, history (and free activities) will want to discover the East Side Gallery, the longest surviving stretch of the Berlin Wall, covered in murals, graffiti, and political statements. Gendarmenmarkt is surely one of the city’s most beautiful squares, with two baroque-styled churches with an impressive tower and dome, and the Berlin concert hall. Berlin’s techno scene and its underground vibe have transformed the city’s nightlife. Join the party at some of the best techno clubs in the world, including Berghain and Tresor.

If you want incredible vintage clothing and accessories, charming coffee shops, street art, and an alternative ambiance, head to the Friedrichshain neighbourhood. Mitte (“middle” in German) is Berlin’s central borough, home to most of the city’s top attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate, and Alexanderplatz. With restaurants, shops, cinemas, and so many attractions, Alexanderplatz is one of the liveliest squares in Berlin and a major transport hub. For a great views over the city, visit the Berlin TV Tower. Be mesmerized by the baroque architecture and opulent décor of the Charlottenburg Palace and its park.