Berlin & Surrounding Areas
Berlin offers a rich mix of history, culture, green spaces and vibrant neighbourhoods. For official visitor information, please consult the city’s tourism portal: visitBerlin.de (available in multiple languages) or Tourism-Berlin.de
Some highlights in and around Berlin:
Historic Heart: The Reichstag and the Brandenburg Gate stand as powerful symbols of unity, while remnants of the Berlin Wall and Checkpoint Charlie tell stories of division and courage.
Culture & Architecture: From the world-class museums on Museum Island to the elegant Charlottenburg Palace and the iconic TV Tower on Alexanderplatz, Berlin blends past and present in striking ways.
Expansive green spaces and natural escapes: for example the Großer Tiergarten right in the city centre, or the large forested areas and lakes in the wider region.
Explore Berlin’s history and culture through its remarkable museums and monuments— from the world heritage treasures on Museum Island to the Jewish Museum’s powerful stories of identity and remembrance, and the Holocaust Memorial’s quiet call to reflection.
Visitor information offices in various districts also provide tailored local tips.