26 Best Places To Visit In Berlin

Besides being a historical place there are plenty of places to visit in Berlin, so let’s check out the Top sights in Berlin:

1. Holocaust Memorial

The Holocaust Memorial stands in silence in the memory of Jewish victims who fell prey to the Nazi Genocide during the Second World War. The memorial features 2771 grey blocks in rectangular shape, that look like a coffin made of concrete. There is an information office as well, which has preserved important information, and other biographical details of the event. The memorial is amidst the most-visited places in Berlin. 

Location: Cora-Berliner-Straße 1

Timings: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

2. Reichstag

Location:  Platz der Republik 1

Timings: 8 a.m. to 12 a.m.

3. Brandenburg Gate

Location: Pariser Platz

Timings: Open 24/7

4. Tv Tower

Since you are already at the TV Tower, you should not miss the World Clock which features the time of 146 International locations. 

Location: Panoramastraße 1A

Timings: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

5. Museum Island

The Museum Island features five massive museums that present 6000 years of art and cultural history. The Five Museum are the Alte Museum, Neue Museum, Alte Nationalgalerie, the Bode Musuem, and the Pergamonmuseum. 

The impressive collection of art and history, and the magnificent architecture, make it among the most stunning places To Visit in Berlin. 

Location: Genthiner Str.

Timings: Tuesday to Sunday(10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Except on Thursdays when it remains open till 8 p.m.

6. Humboldt Forum

Location: Schloßplatz

Timings: Wednesday to Monday(10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.)

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7. Gendarmenmarkt

You will find some of the architectural and cultural highlights of the place here with top Attractions in Berlin including the French and German Cathedral, inviting you to first-class exhibits and concerts, making it among the best Berlin tourist attractions. 

Location: Gendarmenmarkt

Timings: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

8. Kurfürstendamm

The shopping streets can start from Breitscheidplatz and the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche and end at the Rathenauplatz which is one of the recognised places in Berlin. 

Location: Kurfürstendamm 10707 Berlin

Timings: Opened 24 hours

9. German Historical Museum

The exhibition has 6000 displays which include paintings, and artefacts. Besides that it is also popular for hosting several temporary exhibitions, making it among the most popular places to go in Berlin.

Location: Unter den Linden

Timings: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

10. Checkpoint Charlie Museum

This museum has plenty of artefacts, photos, and evidence of the history of Berlin, that will leave you stunned, making this place among the top sights in Berlin. 

Location: Friedrichstraße 43-45

Timings: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

11. Charlottenburg Palace And Park

Enter the palace, and witness the beautiful halls, rooms, and collection of paintings that are from the 18th century French artists. You can head to the Oak Gallery and witness the family potraits of the Royals, and stroll through the garden that are full of ponds, sculptures, and fountains, and more, making it among the best places to visit in Berlin. 

Location: Spandauer Damm 10

Timings: April to October(Tuesday to Sunday) 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m

12. Jewish Museum

Now why is it among the best places in Berlin? It’s because the museum is home to a permanent exhibition, showcasing the lives of the Jews who lived in Germany through various artefacts. You can witness artwork, videos, and photographs dating back to the 1940s. Are you convinced now that it is one of the best places to go in Berlin? 

Location: Lindenstraße 9-14

Timings: 10 a.m to 6 p.m.

13. German Museum Of Technology

Check out the Aeronautic and Space Collection at the Spectrum Science Center to learn more about the fundamentals of science and technology. 

Location: Trebbiner Str. 9

Timings: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

14. Grosser Tiergarten And The Victory Column

You can go for a family picnic here for it is one of the best places to visit in Berlin in one day picnic. 

Location: Großer Stern 1

Timings: 9:30 a.m. to 6: 30 p.m.

15. Pergamon Museum

The Museum lets you explore the diverse and historical architecture of the Middle East.

Location: Bodestraße 1-3

Timings: Tuesday to Sunday(10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

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16. Zoological Garden

The Zoological Garden was established in the year 1844, spreading across some 35 hectares with various things to see that will leave you in awe and wonder, making this place among the top Attractions in Berlin. 

The best part about this zoo is that it also features an aquarium, a big cat house, a nocturnal animal house, a Hippopotamus House and a few other houses as well to keep the visitors entertained, especially the kids. 

Location: Hardenbergpl.8

Timings: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

17. Potsdamer Platz

It is among the top sights in Berlin, which was once completely destroyed during the Second World War. The place was restored to its original form after the fall of the Berlin Wall. During the 19th century, the area was also an important spot for commercial activities. 

Location: Potsdamer Platz 10785

Timings: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

18. Oberbaum Bridge

With an elevated underground line, two towers, or a pedestrian walkway with a vaulted cloister, the bridge is known for its amazing features, making it among the best places to visit in Berlin in one day. 

Location: Oberbaumbrücke

Timings: Open 24 hours

19. Alexanderplatz

The best part about this square is that it has a fascinating history that dates back to the 19th century when it was home to a military parade and an exercise ground. During the year 1882, the opening of the railway station made the square an important transport junction. 

Location: Alexanderplatz 4 10178

Timings: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

20. Topography Of Terror

Location: Niederkirchnerstraße 8

Timings: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

21. Berlin Wall Memorial

You can visit the outdoor exhibition, and learn more about the division, the history and the story of the victims. 

Location: Bernauer Straße 111

Timings: Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

22. Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp

Location: Str. d. Nationen 22

Timings: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

23. Berlin Cathedral

Location: Am Lustgarten

Timings: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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24. Unter Den Linden

Location: Mitte District

Timings: Open 24 hours

25. Berlin Bore

Location: Rykestraße 23

Timings: Open 24 hours

26. DDR Museum

It is famous among tourists for showcasing the personal experiences of individuals during the events that took place in the German Democratic Republic. It has received almost half a million visitors so far. 

Location: Vera Britain Ufer, Karl-Liebknecht-Str

Timings: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.