This post lists 11 locations in Berlin to get a great overview of the city. We include observation decks, church towers, helium balloons, a victory column, and even a spy station built on WW2 rubble. Berlin TV Tower (Berlin Fernsehturm) With its recognizable silver sphere on a skinny concrete column and the red and white […]
This post is a compilation and overview of museums, memorials, and other related places in Berlin concering the Third Reich and the Second World War. Learn about the vicitms of the Nazis, as well as those who resisted them, and the eventual downfall of the regime. MUSEUMS In this section, we cover 16 museums that […]
In this post, we cover many of the best museums in Berlin, including art galleries, science museums, museums on history, food, as well as culture. So, let's check our coats and get started. ART GALLERIES Below, we list 19 entitites that are either dedicated art galleries or locations that devote much space for art exhibitions. […]
This post is about what to expect weather-wise in Berlin in February. We include average temperates, rain, and snow, as well as provide tips on how to dress. Temperatures February, like January, is very cold in Berlin. Daytime high temperatures tend to be around 3-4 C (37-39 F) early in the month, warming slightly to […]
Berlin has over 100 Christmas Markets, both large and small. But arguably the largest is the Weihnachts-Rummel an der Frankfurter Allee, also known as Winterzauber, or Winter Magic. This is Berlin’s version of Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland. It’s roughly 20,000 square meters in size and is a mix of a county fair or country show […]
This is a guide to choosing the best time to visit Berlin, based on flights, hotel prices, weather, and events and activities. We provide a month-to-month comparison, with suggestions of the best events to attend on the month you plan to be here. Let’s get started! THE QUICK ANSWER The best time to visit Berlin […]
January in Berlin is very cold, mostly cloudy, and damp. Temperatures January in Berlin tends to be very cold with daytime high temperatures averaging around 2-3 C (36-38 F) but with a few of the warmer days reaching up near 9 C (48 F). The record high temperature in Berlin during January is 15 C […]
This post explains the weather in Berlin in December, updated for 2022. We include average temperatures, rain and show, as well as what to wear. Temperatures Rain and Snow What to Wear Things to Do Weather in November Temperatures Daytime high temperatures tend to be around 5-6 C (41-42 F) early in December, falling to […]
This post covers your options for ground transportation from Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Berlin. We include regional trains, the S-Bahn, buses, taxis, and rideshares. Let's get started! Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER), is the city’s new, overdue, and over-budget, airport. It replaces both Tegel Airport and Schönefeld Airport, though the latter is now Terminal 5 for BER. […]
September is the first month of autumn in Berlin. Daytime temperatures are still comfortable but can get a bit cool later in the month. Temperatures Sun and Rain What to Wear Things to Do Weather in August Weather in October Temperatures Afternoon high temperatures tend to be near 20-22 C (68-71 F) early in September […]
July in Berlin features comfortable humidity, pleasant afternoon temperatures, and cool nights. Temperatures Sun and Rain What to Wear Things to Do Weather in June Temperatures Daytime highs tend to be around 21-23 C (70-73 F) early in June, warming to 23-25 C (74-77 F) by month’s end. A few of the warmer afternoons, especially […]
Let Free Tours by Foot help you plan your trip to Berlin. Our local experts have written everything you need to know about what to do and see in Berlin. If you just don’t know where to start, visit our main post. Top Things To Do in Berlin Free Walking Tours But if you want […]
This is an overview of the free walking tours in Berlin that are available to you, including pay-what-you-wish, self-guided, as well as GPS-led audio tours. (auf Deutsch) Calendar Intro to Berlin Street Art + Graffiti Third Reichh + WW2 Cold War (GDR) Free Tours with Tourist Passes Tours en Español Watch our 4K, 3D-Audio Walking […]
This post is about the ways to visit the Berliner Dom (Berlin Cathedral). Right next to the “Lustgarten”, the open space on Museum Island you see this enormous church building with its green cupola, crowned by a gilded cross. This is the Berlin Cathedral or “Berliner Dom”. It is the largest church building in […]
This guide will help you make the most of your visit, including how to get to the DDR Museum, ticket prices, and how long to spend at the museum. The DDR Museum is one of Berlin's most recommended museums, giving an interactive insight into life in the Soviet-era German Democratic Republic (GDR) or rather, East […]
This post compares the various Berlin bus tours available, including a free option, and will help you decide which bus tour, if any, is best for you or your family. (auf Deutsch) (en español) Disclosure: We think you should consider our free tours, but we have also provided other options. While our recommendations are always unbiased, we […]
