Berlin Travel Guide

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Since the fall of the Iron Curtain, no other city in Europe has seen more change than the German capital. Two Berlins that had been separated for almost 30 years have become one, and in the scar of barren borderland between them cutting-edge architecture, culture, entertainment, nightlife, and shopping make the city one of the world's hippest destinations. After successfully uniting its own East and West, Berlin now plays a pivotal role in the European Union.

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Berlin Hotels

Tourism is on the upswing in Berlin. Though prices in mid-range to luxury hotels have increased, Berlin's first-class hotels still tend to be cheaper than...read more

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Berlin Restaurants

Neighborhood stalwarts serve residents from morning to night with a mix of German and international cuisine. Berlin is known for curt or slow service, except...read more

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Berlin Experiences

  • Top Reasons to Go to Berlin

    Museum Island: The architectural monuments and art treasures here will take you from an ancient Greek altar to Egyptian busts and a Roman market... Read more

  • Eating Well in Berlin

    Top-end restaurants can easily import fresh ingredients from other European countries, but some rely on farmers close to home. Surrounding this... Read more

  • Symbols and Shifts in East and West

    The year 2009 marked the 20th anniversary of the fall of the infamous Berlin Wall, and a year later, German unity was celebrated throughout the... Read more

  • Berlin's Art Scene

    Berlin has always been a liberal city, embracing new art movements and young talent. During the Cold War, West Berlin evolved as a laboratory... Read more

  • For a Gay Time in Berlin

    The area around Nollendorfplatz is the heart and soul of gay Berlin, even though areas like Schönhauser Alle in Prenzlauer Berg, Schlesische... Read more

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