Berlin Insider Tips

Sofronio Cobos

Updated: 26 May 2026 ·

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Berlin Tips and Insider Tips from Locals

Why Travel to Berlin?

Berlin is one of the liveliest cities in the world. You can find traces of history everywhere: the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, bunkers, and old Nazi buildings or remnants of the GDR. You'll never be bored in Berlin. Even if you've been to Berlin many times, you can discover something new with each visit.

By the way, you can find the classic sights in Berlin for your first visit to the capital here!

The capital's event calendar is thicker than a phone book. Concerts, exhibitions, sports events, theater, and shows: Each evening, you'll have a tough choice to make.

At the very end of the article, you'll also find many practical Berlin tips (accommodation, getting around, etc.).

Berlin Sights Everyone Must See

There are a few places that every visitor to Berlin should see:

  • East Side Gallery, the largest outdoor gallery in the world on the remnants of the Wall
  • Teufelsberg, the crumbling former listening station of the Allies on Teufelsberg
  • Mauerpark: On weekends, there are flea markets and karaoke
  • Reichstag with its glass dome. Here, German history is made
  • Berlin TV Tower for the view

Food & Drink: Culinary Diversity for Everyone

Let's start with the most important: Food! Because when your stomach is well-filled, nothing can go wrong.

In Berlin, you have plenty of choices when it comes to culinary delights. You can find countless options in every neighborhood! Whether it's breakfast, currywurst, burgers, Korean, Israeli, or Russian, nothing is too unusual. And you can generally get good Thai, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese food almost on every corner. Berlin is truly a foodie paradise!

Market halls are also becoming increasingly popular in Berlin. Markthalle Neun in Kreuzberg with its always well-visited Street Food Thursday has become a real institution! Alternatively, you should visit Street Food auf Achse in the courtyard of the Kulturbrauerei (Sundays from 12 PM).

Tips Sorted by Neighborhood:

Kreuzberg

  • Breakfast: NEST
  • Best Currywurst: Curry36 at Mehringdamm (also found at Zoo Station in Mitte)
  • The best cheesecake in Berlin can be found at Five Elephants in Kreuzberg, Reichenberger Str. 101 and in Mitte (Alte Schönhauser Str. 14, 10119).

Mitte

  • Meat dishes: Grill Royal (not cheap, but great quality)
  • Fine dining and wine bar: Freundschaft
  • Dumplings: Momos
  • Israeli, Hummus, and Falafel: Dada Falafel, high-end: Joseph (very nice in the courtyard in summer)
  • My special tip: Tajik Tea House, for an authentic tea ceremony, just like you might know from the Soviet Union (and of course the wonderful country Tajikistan),
  • Solar (Club Lounge with a view and a stylish restaurant)

Prenzlauer Berg

  • Breakfast: Café Anna Blume, Café Morgenrot
  • Thai, can't get more authentic: Tossakan
  • Peruvian-Japanese fusion cuisine: Nauta
  • Hummus and falafel: Kanaan Berlin and Zula Hummus Café
  • Best currywurst: Konnopke's Imbiss under the U2 elevated railway (Prenzlauer Berg)
  • Russian food: Pasternak
  • Fish Factory: Oysters from France for gourmets
  • Prater Beer Garden open in summer

Friedrichshain

  • Breakfast: Silo Coffee (delicious bowls), Shakespeare and Sons (Bagels & English books), 44 Brekkie (tasty brioche), 1990 Vegan Living
  • Crepes and galettes: Melt Café Crêperie
  • Best pizza: Preferably at Il Ritrovo, "Punk Rock" Italian

Schöneberg

  • Russian food: Potemkin (Schöneberg)

Charlottenburg and Schöneberg

  • Dining with a view: NENI (25 hours Bikini)
  • KaDeWe: Delicacies at the oyster bar, the truffle restaurant, or bubbly at the champagne bar - hurry, while KaDeWe still exists. In January 2024, the insolvency of the huge department store was announced.

Berlin Tip: The Best Burger Joint

Here, opinions diverge. While five years ago it was still "The Bird", there are now truly incredibly many good burger places in the city. Depending on which neighborhood you are in, there are suitable recommendations:

  • Friedrichshain: Burgeramt; Krossener Str. 21-22, 10245
  • Neukölln: Berlinburger International; Pannierstr. 5, 12047
  • Prenzlauer Berg: The Bird; Am Falkplatz 5, 10437 (quality has declined, now very touristy) & Schillerburger; Kastanienallee 24, 10435 (also in Weissensee, Pankow, and Friedrichshain!)

Are You in Berlin During Summer? Then Head to One of These Ice Cream Shops

Particularly hip ice cream shops in Berlin can be recognized by the long lines in front of them. Hokey Pokey in Prenzlauer Berg (Stargarder Straße 73) is one of them - and rightly so! If you're near Mauerpark, be sure to stop by. They have delicious and unusual flavors. The wait is worth it.

Not far from there, you'll find Tribeca. This ice cream parlor offers vegan ice cream. You should definitely try the Raw Chocolate flavor.

Fräulein Frost offers organic popsicles and vegan sorbet. For me, it's the best ice cream in Neukölln! I tried chocolate-ginger and strawberry-basil. Delicious! There are always new variations to try, or else hipsters would get bored. It's located near the Landwehrkanal and is perfect for a visit in summer.

I almost think I need to publish a Berlin Food Guide soon. There are so many more tips!

Of Course, I Also Asked Locals for Their Tips

Lula: There are many very nice Italian places in the city. If you like hearty meals and eat meat, there are a few really old Berlin restaurants on Meinekestraße in Charlottenburg where you can dine "homestyle". Here you can even get something like Eisbein (for example, Zum Patzenhofer).

Wayne: I've never really understood the correlation between price and quality. Over the years, I've been to many expensive restaurants and found the food extremely average. I also tried delicious meals in small, affordable eateries. They were often better.

But the best meal I ever had in Berlin was at Cookies Cream. The menu is completely vegetarian and every dish I tried was excellent. Unfortunately, my British genes cause me to forget everything when it comes to drinking. But compared to the beer you find in the UK, Berlin beer is light-years ahead.

Your favorite food?

I've been a vegetarian for almost 30 years, so my diet is limited. There are many famous currywurst stands in the city, but they obviously don't suit me. However, there are also many quality stalls with falafel! When I first came to Berlin in the 90s, it was much harder to find good vegetarian food, but nowadays it's pretty easy. The search for good food for vegetarians and vegans is very simple now, as the options are vast and you can find good food in every corner. The culinary scene has really improved in recent years.

Bars and Clubs

Currently, everyone is talking about one bar: Bellboy Berlin. You must go here, but you have to reserve a table in advance. On weekends, currently up to several weeks ahead. We were here on a weekday and got lucky. The entrance next to the Hilton Hotel at Gendarmenmarkt is slightly hidden and inconspicuous. Everyone is dressed in 1920s outfits, and the cocktails come in special vessels. There are also dishes from the flavor-rich fusion cuisine, which are particularly delicious.

A highlight is the path to the restroom: via the lift, inspired by the Wes Anderson film Grand Budapest Hotel, you reach the restroom, which is not so quiet at all. I don't want to reveal more. A visit is mandatory.

"We absolutely have to go to Wilde Renate," said a friend a few years ago when I was visiting again. The salon to Wilde Renate is unfortunately no longer a secret tip, and primarily British tourists stand in the long queue. The outdoor area is great in summer, and the shots are cheap.

Kater Blau at Holzmarkt is another one of those places that is now known beyond the borders of Berlin. I like the location by the Spree and the affordable prices. Plus, there's cool street art as a bonus on the neighboring buildings!

The Badeschiff is another institution. The pool is large, the location right on the Spree, and the view of Molecule Man and Mediaspree is particularly.

Tips from Lula and Wayne:

You can have a refined drink at Solar (Restaurant, Bar & Club) in Kreuzberg. You look over the city while you eat and drink. As a last resort, and good for a final drink, Vagabund on Knesebeckstraße in Wilmersdorf is said to be the place. I think I've been there once too...

The Most Beautiful Viewpoints in Berlin

My Tip: Teufelsberg, Former US Listening Station

Teufelsberg rises 114 meters high and is therefore actually the highest "mountain" in Berlin! Once, the Allies listened for enemy plans here. Visit Teufelsberg to explore the ruins of the old listening station in Charlottenburg. The path up is unmarked and leads through woods and vineyards.

Teufelsberg is now open to everyone. You no longer have to join a tour to access the site.

However, you can still book tours, for example here at Teufelsberg Berlin. Currently, two tours are offered that last 60 or 90 minutes.

Teufelsberg Berlin Directions:

  • Address: Grunewald, Radar Station on Teufelsberg, Teufelsseechaussee 10, 14193 Berlin
  • S-Bahn Station Grunewald, exit Eichkampstraße. From here, plan about 30 minutes through forest and vineyards (unmarked) to the entrance.

Klunkerkranich

Berlin Klunkerkranich
photo by viel-unterwegs.de

The hipsters of Neukölln gather on the roof of the Neukölln Arcades to enjoy the atmosphere and the view with a drink. Besides cocktails, there's fusion cuisine, flea markets, and DJs to provide the right music. Of course, all of this is only available in summer (open from March).

Excursion Tips for Parks to Relax in Nature

Königssee: Just 5 Minutes from Kurfürstendamm!

Königssee Berlin Secret Tip (Photo: The Dead Lovers)
Königssee in Berlin is a real secret tip photo by viel-unterwegs.de

Secret tip from Wayne: "There's a small hidden lake just behind Romy Schneider's old villa. Only 5 minutes from the end of Kurfürstendamm is Königssee, which is lovely both summer and winter. We shot a sequence for the video to Shine On there, and Lula had to pretend she was drowning in it. She wasn't really happy about getting into the cold water, but I was the director and insisted.

We sat there on New Year's Eve a few times on a little wooden bench in the snow, drank champagne, and watched the fireworks over the city. By the way, a famous music mogul lives across the street, who wanted to sign my old band The Dostoyevskys years ago but then backed out and let us fall."

This place will definitely not be mentioned in any travel guide!

Spreepark in Plänterwald

For a long time, Spreepark Berlin was closed. Many therefore illegally entered the park at night to photograph the dinosaurs, Ferris wheel, and other abandoned rides. But now, public tours are available again! I managed to be part of one. The former amusement park is definitely worth a visit.

CURRENT INFO 2024: In August 2020, the large renovation began for a new cultural park, which is to be completed by 2026. Until then, Spreepark can be visited as part of a tour.

Paths through the vegetation will replace the old water rides, and the Merohalle will be transformed into an event hall for concerts and theater. And: the Ferris wheel is finally supposed to turn again starting in 2024! Find all current info here: Website Spreepark Berlin

Preussenpark - Thai Park

A Little Thailand in the Heart of Berlin

Berlin Insider Tips Preussenpark Thaipark
Berlin Insider tips: The Thai Park in Preussenpark is certainly not a secret tip among locals, but definitely among visitors. photo by viel-unterwegs.de

This tip could probably stand among my favorite places in Berlin as well as in the insider tips from The Dead Lovers. We were together during my last Berlin visit in Preussenpark.

At first glance, Preussenpark is just a normal park located in the Wilmersdorf district. But on Sundays it becomes particularly lively: Preussenpark transforms into "Thai Park"! Under colorful umbrellas, Thais (and other Asians) sit on small stools and cook Thai and various Asian dishes as you know them from Southeast Asia.

Tempelhofer Feld

Berlin Insider Tips Tempelhofer Feld Runway
The former Tempelhof Airport is one of the best tips for a tour in Berlin (in my opinion). photo by viel-unterwegs.de

Tempelhofer Feld is larger than New York's Central Park. You can bike, jog, longboard, or simply lie in the grass and relax, or meet friends for a barbecue. There is plenty of space for everyone here, so you won't step on anyone's toes. The vast green areas are ideal for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city.

One of the best places to experience the sunset in Berlin is Tempelhofer Feld, especially when you enter the field from the Neukölln side. For me, it's definitely at the top of my list of favorite places in Berlin. I visit here on EVERY Berlin trip!

By the way: For over 100 years, Tempelhofer Feld was an airfield in the middle of the city. Together with the airport building, it is a unique area. For many, it is still a symbol of the Berlin Airlift of 1948/49, when Allied Rosinenbomber supplied West Berlin with food at minute intervals. To commemorate this, the "Hungerharke" stands at the entrance to the aptly named "Platz der Luftbrücke."

The former airport building, which I visited as part of a tour, is located directly at the field and is listed as a historic monument.

Gardens of the World

A little outside the center, you can satisfy your wanderlust in Marzahn-Hellersdorf by visiting the Gardens of the World.

There is a cable car that goes over the entire area and Kienberg. You can enjoy a 360-degree view of the panel buildings from the Wolkenhain, see exotic plants and Balinese temples in the tropical hall, and be enchanted by the many country-specific gardens (Chinese, Japanese, South African, Brazilian, English, and many more). We particularly enjoyed the Oriental Garden. For us, it's one of the best-kept secrets in Berlin.

Here you can find all information and tips for your visit

Where Do Locals Enjoy Relaxing the Most?

Lula: I enjoy taking walks in cemeteries. There are several beautiful and very old ones in Berlin. The Dorotheenstadt Cemetery is particularly impressive and my best insider tip. Established in 1762, famous figures like Hegel, Brecht, and Heiner Müller are buried here.

What is also really wonderfully relaxing is a boat tour on the Spree when the sun is shining (as long as it's not too hot).

Wayne: It may be a strange place to relax, but the thing that eliminates most stress for me is my martial arts training. I joined a very special club called IMAG years ago when it was just around the corner from my apartment. They play loud music there, and everyone is friendly.

Events

Mauerpark Karaoke

Berlin Tips Mauerpark Karaoke Sunday
Every Sunday in summer, the now very touristy (but still good) Mauerpark Karaoke takes place photo by viel-unterwegs.de

Even though Sunday karaoke is now a huge tourist event, especially in summer, I occasionally drop by with friends. It's just fun, I like music and the location. Joe Hatchiban started the event in 2009 and has since become quite famous.

Apart from that, the park - especially in summer - has many street performers, the famous flea market, you can play basketball and soccer or go sledding in winter.

Current info on Mauerpark: The Mauerpark is also set to be renovated and partially redesigned from 2022. Next year, individual construction sections will be closed, but never the entire park! Currently, there is a community involvement process where local residents can submit their wishes and comments. Nice!

  • Berlinale: This is one of the most important film festivals in the world, taking place in February. During the Berlinale, hundreds of international films are shown, and prestigious film awards are awarded.
  • Carnival of Cultures: This colorful festival in May celebrates Berlin's cultural diversity with parades, music, dance, and culinary delights from various countries.
  • Fête de la Musique: On the longest day of the year, June 21, Berlin transforms into a giant stage for music of all genres. Numerous concerts and performances take place throughout the city.
  • Christopher Street Day (CSD): This LGBTQ+ festival and the associated parade attract thousands of people in July to celebrate diversity and equality.
  • Mauerpark Flea Market: Here, a popular flea market takes place on Sundays in the summer, where you can discover vintage treasures and local delicacies. Additionally, the well-known Mauerpark "Bearpit Karaoke" happens on Sundays around three o'clock.
  • Berlin Music Week: In September, musicians, artists, and music fans from all over the world gather to experience concerts, conferences, and festivals in the music industry.
  • Berlin Festival: This music festival in September showcases a wide range of music styles from pop to electro on various stages in the city.
  • Festival of Lights: In October, Berlin shines in a special light as famous buildings and landmarks are artistically illuminated.
  • Berlin Jazz Festival: The renowned jazz festival takes place in November and attracts top-notch jazz musicians from around the world.

Activities & Tours

Tempelhof Airport - Tour through the Airport

Built during the megalomania of the Nazis to be the largest building in Europe and thus one of the most spectacular buildings in the world, a visit to the decommissioned airport as part of a tour is an absolute must.

I was never bored during the "Mythos Tempelhof Tour." Many of the guides worked at the airport themselves and know the building quite well. Since the airport is a listed building, the runway must always remain recognizable as such. Therefore, you shouldn't be surprised that the lines on the asphalt appear new.

The Mythos Tempelhof Tour takes you not only to the large departure hall but also to the former restaurant, the Americans' basketball hall, the air raid shelters underground, and even high up to the rooftop.

Book tickets for the "Mythos Tempelhof" tour here on the official website

Info on Tempelhofer Feld and Tempelhof Airport

  • Directions by public transport: Entrance to Tempelhofer Feld from Neukölln with U8: Boddinstraße or Leinestraße. Ringbahn and S8 stop Tempelhof. For the airport building: U6 Paradestraße or Platz der Luftbrücke.

Explore Berlin's Bunkers on the Underground Tour

Dormitory of the Bunker in Berlin
Dormitory of an underground bunker in Berlin photo by viel-unterwegs.de

Did you know that Berlin still has underground bunkers that you can visit as part of a tour? Even many locals do not know about these places. Be a step ahead of them and explore the world underground. I found it super exciting!

More info about the tour can be found in my article on the best activities and tours in Berlin.

Bunker: Berlin Story Museum

You can see the world's most extensive documentation on National Socialism and Hitler in a bunker from World War II. It is shocking to read again today and see how a once advanced and cultured state sank into barbarism in a short time. How the people became enthusiastic about Hitler, the rapid radicalization in Germany, the world of the Nazis, and insights into the Führerbunker - all of this can be experienced up close in this bunker.

Well executed and an important exhibition that everyone should see. A hidden gem that far too few people know about, even though it is one of the more oppressive experiences in Berlin. History is history, and we all have to go through it.

Plan for 2-3 hours for your visit. Audio guides are available in German and many other languages. Tickets are only available through Get Your Guide.

Inside, there is an absolute photography ban. We adhered to it. Here, you can explore a piece of German history away from the tourist crowds. Alongside the Holocaust memorial for murdered Jews of Europe, another oppressive site in Berlin.

Quirky Site: Führerbunker

A less than glorious site: Führerbunker in an inconspicuous parking lot in Berlin photo by viel-unterwegs.de

If we hadn't been to the Berlin Story Museum, we would have never ended up here: at an inconspicuous parking lot lies the bunker where Hitler ended his own life. In this former air raid shelter, Hitler spent his last days as his power slowly faded. The bunker was attempted to be blown up multiple times. The remaining walls and cavities were filled in after the fall of the Berlin Wall. High-rise buildings with apartments and office spaces were built here, along with a parking lot.

Only a plaque still indicates that the former Führerbunker was located here. Fortunately, they wanted to prevent this place from becoming a site of cult for Nazis and did just the right thing. If we hadn't been in the exhibition at the Berlin Story Museum, we would never have learned about this. The museum contains detailed reports with many pictures and sketches of the bunker. Very worth seeing and a part of German history.

The Best Markets & Street Food

Kreuzberg: Markthalle Neun

For a long time, Markthalle Neun in Kreuzberg has ceased to be a secret tip. Street Food Thursday is so well-known that tourists travel specifically for it even before the weekend. There's a smaller weekly market every day.

Learn more on the website

Wilmersdorf: Preussenpark "Thai Park"

A little Thailand in the heart of Berlin

As mentioned above: At first glance, Preussenpark seems like an ordinary park located in the Wilmersdorf district. But on Sundays, Preussenpark becomes particularly lively, transforming into the "Thai Park". Under colorful umbrellas, you can enjoy Thai and Asian food as you know it from Southeast Asia, served in generous portions at really good prices.

Prenzlauer Berg: Street Food auf Achse

A street market in the courtyards of the Kulturbrauerei in Prenzlauer Berg is an ideal way to start your Sunday.

The market takes place on Sundays from 12 PM.

More info on the website

Great Flea Markets for the Best Bargains

In Berlin, there are many cool flea markets, with the perhaps most famous taking place on Sundays in Mauerpark. Like on eBay, the time for incredible bargains is over, as all the hipsters who go there know the prices for vintage Adidas tracksuits.

But at least you can still find things there that you might not find anywhere else. Often, there are stalls with GDR vintage furniture - just the prices are often ridiculously high.

What Makes Berlin So Special?

For me, Berlin is incredibly diverse in everything. Every time I come back here, there is something new to discover. Also, the number of architecturally noteworthy buildings and, of course, historically significant sites seems endless.

Wayne:

  • I've always been fascinated by the Berlin Wall, and you can still find some pieces that you can share on your Instagram profile.
  • Berlin has incredible architecture, whether classic, from the Nazi era, or from the GDR. Even after more than 20 years in Berlin, I am still fascinated by it.
  • I've always been passionate about Berlin's history, especially during the time the Wall was still up. When I got to record my first solo album in the famous Hansa Studios*, I felt very connected to that era. It was a particularly special feeling.
  • But the best moment was when we were allowed to record in the old Meistersaal, which had been closed to bands since U2 finished their Achtung Baby album there in the 90s. We needed special permission from the building's owners, and even though the room is now very different from when Bowie recorded Heroes, it was still an honor to be the first to record there in over 20 years.

A Few Final Tips from Wayne for Your Travel Planning:

  • Don't forget your camera to capture all the highlights!
  • You definitely need comfortable shoes since the sights are generally quite far apart.
  • To all the women: Leave your high heels at home. You'll just get twisted ankles on the cobblestones.
  • Berlin is not only a very open and cosmopolitan city, but the weather is also highly variable. In winter it can be Siberian cold, and in summer, scorching hot. You should pack suitable clothing for both extremes, as sometimes both can occur on the same day.
  • Language: Service staff often only speak English, some prefer Spanish. It's a real adventure in the capital.
  • Never ride the subway without a ticket; the next inspector is never far away.

Funny Facts & Useful Berlin Tips

How to Recognize a Typical Berliner?

Lula's Opinion: Berlin has an incredible pace. People are straightforward, a true Berliner will tell you in their dialect exactly what they think isn't right. This attitude is typical, especially taxi drivers complain and whine about everything. I like it.

But basically, Berliners are a very warm-hearted people.

Wayne says that people often complain that Berliners are rude or aggressive. But I've always found most people here to be relatively friendly - unless you step onto the bike path and stand in the way of a cyclist. Then you're immediately subjected to a flood of insults.

When we recorded our album in San Diego, the whole band was walking along the small beach path. We were stumbling around. When I turned around and noticed that we accidentally landed on the bike path and about 35 cyclists were patiently waiting for us to move. We apologized, and everyone smiled as they passed. In Berlin, they would have just cursed and ridden through us.

This is Only in Berlin

Wayne: Berlin is one of the few cities where you can see a naked woman on a busy street full of cafes, and no one stares. It seems to be the last place on earth where nobody has told the residents that punk is dead.

If You Don't Have Much Time in Berlin, I Have Tips for You:

  • Tip: Berlin City Card - 3 days of free entry and travel! The best card for your first Berlin trip: Free entry to many museums and exhibitions, free hop-on hop-off bus rides on the panoramic bus, and a visit to the Reichstag (roof terrace with glass dome without waiting in line). More info about the pass.
  • Berlin TV Tower Alex at Alexanderplatz without waiting in line
  • Bike tour through Berlin along the former wall (Details and tickets)
  • Culinary tour through Kreuzberg (Details and tickets)
  • Sights: Check out the main highlights in Berlin

Accommodation Tips in Berlin

I like to live where most of my Berliner friends live: Prenzlauer Berg, Berlin-Mitte, Friedrichshain, or Neukölln.

If this is your first time in Berlin, I recommend choosing centrally located accommodation so that you can quickly reach the sights of Berlin like the Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden, Checkpoint Charlie, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Kurfürstendamm, Alexanderplatz with the TV Tower "Alex," and Museum Island.

Not super cheap but totally stylish is the 25h Hotel Bikini Berlin at the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. The bar is great, and the Neni restaurant offers fantastic food.

What I find great about the hotel: You can rent bikes for free. MINIs for cruising are also available.

More affordable accommodations in Berlin that I recommend.

Best Way to Get to Berlin

For sustainability reasons, I recommend not flying to Berlin. I only do this in extreme emergencies, as my home (Heilbronn) is neither ideally connected to rail nor easily accessible by car.

Nevertheless, a note on the airports in Berlin. My favorite airport Tegel (TXL) has unfortunately now closed and the capital airport BER is quite far out but has opened.

Finding Flights to Berlin

If you're coming from Southern Germany, Austria, or Switzerland, flying is the faster option (but not the most environmentally friendly).

I always check Skyscanner for the best flight connection. In this article, you'll find my tips on how I find cheap flights.

Getting from the Airport to the City in Berlin

In Berlin, there are two airports: BER Airport (Berlin Brandenburg Airport) and Berlin-Schönefeld Airport. Both airports are located close to each other and are well connected to the public transport network, allowing you to get into the city relatively quickly.

The distance from BER to Alexanderplatz is 27 kilometers.

The fastest way is by public transport from Terminal 5 with the S-Bahn to the center.

The S-Bahn line S9 offers a connection to the center and Berlin Central Station. The ride to Alexanderplatz takes 43 minutes. The price for a single ticket (one-way fare Berlin ABC, valid for 120 minutes) is €4.40 for adults and €3.20 discounted. Download the BVG app on your phone. Thanks to this, you'll find the fastest connection and can book your ticket with it.

There is also an airport express train from Terminal 1 and 2 to Ostkreuz, Gesundbrunnen, and Berlin Central Station.

Additionally, you have the option to take a bus (RE7 and RB14) into the center, depending on where you need to go.

Save Money on Sightseeing in Berlin

To save on entrance fees for tours and sights, the Berlin Welcome Card is available. We recommend the all-inclusive Berlin Welcome Card. It includes a ticket for public transport in Berlin and Potsdam. There are also free entries for sights and tours. Check all the info: Does the Berlin Welcome Card pay off? (our test).

What Must You See in Berlin, What Secret Tips Do You Have for Berlin?

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