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Berlin Travel Information

One of the most captivating cities in Europe, Germany's exciting capital is a joy to discover for all ages. The fusion of outstanding modern architecture with poignant reminders of Berlin's turbulent past has formed a fascinating metropolis that continues to change.


Berlin

Enjoy superb museums, excellent shopping, spacious parks and unsurpassed nightlife. Not to be missed is the famous department store KaDeWe, the renowned Ku'damm shopping district and exquisite glimpses of pre-war Berlin along the beautifully restored Unter Den Linden avenue.

This diverse and vibrant city will delight you time and time again!

Berlin Travel and Flight Information

Getting There
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Getting Around
An extensive and efficient public transport system operates throughout the city of Berlin with busses, trams, underground and suburban rail. Taxis are plentiful and run on meters.

Must See
Descover the famous Museum Island in eastern Berlin which includes the National Gallery and the Pergamon museum, home of numerous words of ancient art. The new cupola of Reichstag, the seat of Parliament, is open to visitors until late evening and is well worth seeing.

The restored Unter den Linden avenue, sweeping eastwards from the impressive Brandenburg Gate, has regained its former glory as the historic heart of the capital. Visit Charlottenburg Palace, restored and furnished with 18th century Prussian furniture.


Brandenburg Gate, Berlin

The House at Checkpoint Charlie museum and the East Side Gallery, the name given to one of the last remaining segments of the Berlin Wall, provide moving reminders of the post-war division of this compelling city.

Must Do
The Kufurstendamm or 'Ku'Damm' provides 2 miles of superb shopping. Friedrichstrasse in the east of the city, with its exclusive Quartier 206 designer fashion mall and Galaries Lafayette department store, makes an attractive alternative or try the new Potsdamer Platz Arkaden.

The largest department store on the Continent, KaDeWe, at Wittenbergplatz is a must.


KaDeWe, Shopping Mall

A variety of flea and antique markets take place throughout the year, whilst traditional Christmas markets are held daily from late November through to the end of December.

To Relax
Berlin boasts many parks and lakes for daytime relaxing, whilst its unrivalled nightlife offers something for everyone from classical concerts, opera and jazz to cost pubs, fashionable bars and cutting-edge clubs.

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Berlin Highlights

> The largest city in Germany with 24% of its surgace area made up of forests and lakes

> See a unique view of the city from the roof of the Reichstag and Dome designed by Sir Norman Foster

> The Juedisches Museum became an attraction to the public because of its distinctive architecture even before its opening in October 2000


Juedisches Museum, Berlin

> Visit Gendarmenmarkt which is arguable the most beautiful square in Berlin

> Go shopping on Friedrichsstrasse, the Bond Street of Berlin

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