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The Reichstag building is the seat of Germany’s Bundestag and one of Berlin’s most important historical sites. Visitors can see its exterior, register for a free visit to the roof terrace and glass dome, or explore parliamentary work through separate visitor programmes. The building’s history spans empire, republic, dictatorship, division and reunification. This guide explains … Read more

Zoo Berlin is the historic zoological garden near Bahnhof Zoologischer Garten and Kurfürstendamm. It is distinct from Tierpark Berlin in Friedrichsfelde and from the Aquarium Berlin, although combined tickets can cover the zoo and aquarium on one day. Ticket prices vary by purchase channel and date, so check the operator rather than using an old … Read more

The Bode Museum stands at the northern tip of Berlin’s Museum Island, where its dome and riverside façade are among the area’s most recognisable views. Inside are major collections of sculpture, Byzantine art and coins. It rewards a slower visit than a quick photograph from the bridge. This guide explains the collections, architecture, tickets, transport … Read more

Neues Museum is best approached with a clear idea of the experience you want. This guide explains Egyptian collections, prehistory and the restored museum building, the practical booking choices and how to connect it with other sights. The museum is open, but its exhibitions and entry arrangements should be checked with Staatliche Museen zu Berlin … Read more

Unter den Linden is Berlin’s historic boulevard between the Brandenburg Gate and the Schlossbrücke near Museum Island. A walk along it passes embassies, cultural institutions, the State Opera and buildings linked to Prussian, imperial, Nazi, GDR and reunited Berlin. This guide follows the street from west to east, explains what to notice and suggests how … Read more

Bellevue Palace, or Schloss Bellevue, is the official residence of Germany’s Federal President. The pale neoclassical building faces a landscaped park near the Spree and Berlin’s government quarter. It is a worthwhile exterior stop on a walk between Tiergarten, the Victory Column and the Reichstag, but it is a working state building, not an ordinary … Read more

The Nikolaiviertel is a small pedestrian quarter beside the River Spree in central Berlin. Its lanes, St Nicholas Church and historic houses evoke an older city, but much of what visitors see was reconstructed in the 1980s after wartime destruction. Understanding that mixture makes the visit more interesting. This guide covers the main sights, the … Read more

Tierpark Berlin in Friedrichsfelde is a spacious zoological park in eastern Berlin. It opened during the GDR period and remains distinct from Zoo Berlin near the city centre. Its broad grounds, animal habitats and Friedrichsfelde manor house make it a full-day outing for many families. This guide explains the difference between the two zoos, tickets, … Read more

Pariser Platz is the square immediately east of Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate. It is small enough to cross in a minute, yet the buildings and events associated with it explain a great deal about the city. Hotel Adlon, embassies, cultural institutions and the gate surround the square. This guide covers its history, what to look for … Read more

Pfaueninsel Berlin: Ferry, Palace and Island Guide brings together the main sights and the practical choices that make a visit enjoyable. The guidance below is designed for an independent trip, with current operational details to verify before departure. At a glance Pfaueninsel is a protected Havel island reached by its dedicated ferry near Wannsee. The … Read more