13 Places You Must Visit in Berlin-Germany !

My first Trip to Berlin was a spontaneous decision. all my life i was afraid to go there because of it's history but all my friends that went there told me how great and modern this city is and they were right.

Berlin is modern, cool, chic and friendly city ,some might say the new york city of Europe. it looks like the sun shines in every corner of this city and you can feel it's ease. a big plus in Berlin, that compared with other big Europe cities such as Paris, London, Rome....it's a cheap city with great student discounts, also alot of Inexpensive restaurants and more...

Berlin is a hotbed for hip, young and modern people, it's a city that you must visit.

More of my best Berlin experience:places you would want and need to visit culture,shopping, food, night- life and more....

1-Platz Der Republik- Reichstag -בניין הרייכסטאג

Reichstag building is a historic Berlin landmark,The German parliament is here and political decisions were made here. it's a grand architecture glass building and you can come and pick up a free audio guide and follow the spiraling ramp-way inside the building while listening to explaining about the building and then find yourself in the terrace upstairs where you can catch a brief look on Berlin. to enter the reichstag building you need to make reservations online, it's free, and then come to visit. it's a must see place if you visit Berlin.

2- Bradenburger Gate ( Bradenburger Tor)-

Bradenburger Gate is a monumental gate that was built as a symbol of peace. it's the only gate that used to represent the separation between east and west. with time it became Germany's national symbol.

3- Holocaust Memorial- אנדרטת השואה 

Also known as a memorial to the murdered Jews of Europe.The special thing about this memorial is that you can enter and walk through from all sides, it's a powerful hunting center place for remembering and never forgetting.

4- Berlin Wall/ Memorial to berlin wall- 

The Berlin Wall was a barrier that separated between east and west of Berlin. I loved the fact that they preserved very special parts of the wall that were in graffiti, i think it's a huge part of Berlin- the artistic life and graffiti symbolizes just that.

5- Museum Island ( museumsinsel )-

The Museum Island of Berlin contains five museums: 

1- Altes museum- view of the royal art treasures of Germany, but most importantly, the museums most famous artifact is the statue of queen Nefertiti.

2-The neues museum .

3- Old national gallery .

4-Bode museum - also known as "the kaiser- friedrich museum).

and the most famous of them all...

5- The Pergamon museum- you'll find collections of Greek and Babylonian antiques and alot of timeless history.

- It was such a cultural day for me. i saw , listened and learned alot. 

Tip- if you want to visit more than one museum than you should definitely buy the combined ticket that allows you entrance to all museums and free audio guide at each museum.

6- Berlin Zoo and Aquarium (Zoologischer Garten )-  
Great and Lovely day at the Berlin Zoo. The Zoo is very large and impressive & accessible.
you can buy a combined ticket for both the zoo and the aquarium and with , save money.
although it's all in German i didn't mind because everything was easily found.
we spent there half a day and it was worth it!

7- Mauerpark Flea Market-
Magic Happens every Sunday at Mauerpark Flea Market . Definitely the best market I've ever been to.
Whatever you imagine, you can find it there . the Atmosphere is the best as well, it's something i cant explain through words, you need to be there. I recommend that when you plan your visit to Berlin, you must include Sunday!I've been in 4 flea markets during my stay in Berlin (some are very known such as Juni 17) and it was the best one. DON'T MISS! 

8- Schloss Charlottenburg ( Charlottenburg Palace)- 

Romantic,Green, Beautiful and Clean.

We spent some time at the breathtaking garden behind the palace, it was a lovely break from the center of Berlin and a perfect ending to our trip.

9- Potsdamer Platz-

Great Central Area. you can find here the famous Sony Center, alot of great restaurants, The Arkaden Mall and many many more...we spent 8 days in Berlin and 3 of those days we spent at this area. very recommended. 

10- The Jewish Museum-

As a Jewish girl i was surprised from this museum which i thought that will contain only The Holocaust History but it was what only can be described as a learning center about Judaism which is fascinating in my opinion. The museum contains exhibitions, events, learning information about the Jewish religion and everything that comes with it.

Couple of places that caught my eye in the museum were:

1- Exhibition with pomegranate tree-  you get a little paper and write your wish and hang it on the tree. i found this exhibition as lovely and hopeful. 

2- Art Instillation- Fallen Leaves by Menashe Kadishman or as i call it, Fallen Lives, 

A reminder of people that are no longer with us. Loved the Fact that people can have the possibility to learn and maybe identify with the past.

11- Berlin Spree River Cruise (Boat Trip)-

A great way to explore the city. you have several varieties time wise. we chose one hour and a half, after exploring the city by feet, it was a wonderful break for us and i caught some fantastic pictures which i call them,"Real Live Moments".

12-Kurfurstendamm or Ku'damm street-

Every city in the world has it's own 5th avenue. in Berlin this is the street.

Ku'damm offering a multitude of shops and one of the famous malls in Berlin- KA-DE-WE is there as well. The mall offering all luxurious labels and it has an impressive food hall on the 7th floor. Bring some cash and alot of appetite.

13-Friedrichstrasse (street)- 

Definitely the best place to stay in Berlin. Located in the mitte district and crosses the spree river, central to all Berlin attractions. near by you can find the central bus station.

this street is what i call the Berlin experience, crossing this street is another famous street called  Unter Den Linden, although it was under construction it was still nice to walk at.

you can find here souvenir shops and cafes and more...

Secrets of Berlin- 

A few Places that not everyone knows but you should know them.

- Frau Tonis Parfum- A lovely surprising scentual shop. you can make your own custom made  perfume or purchase the scents that the shop offers that you won't find in any other stores. located next to checkpoint charlie.

Food:

- Dolores- our craving for great burrito won. this place is great.

- Weilands- healthy food, made out of organic ingredients and not expensive.

-Block House- Excellent steaks! recommended if you're looking for good quality restaurant.

Pub:

- b-flat- lovely place with fresh jazz. arrive early to get a place to seat.

the drinks are well priced too.

Tips-

-Tickets- if you're coming to visit more than 4 days, buy the " Berlin City Pass" which will give you full access to all the public transportation and will save you money.

the most important thing after purchasing is to sign the card on the dock, believe me, you don't want to get a fine.

- Tour Buss- Busses 100 and 200 are tourist busses and you can catch them whenever you want, they are included in the Berlin city pass.