Berlin
Berlin is one of Europe's most affordable capitals, blending world-class museums, raw street art, and legendary nightlife on a shoestring budget. Cheap eats, free galleries, and a vast public transit network make it exceptional value for travelers.
Why go to Berlin
Brandenburg Gate
Berlin's iconic 18th-century triumphal arch standing at the heart of the reunified city, free and stunning at any hour.
Museum Island (Museumsinsel)
Five UNESCO-listed museums on one island, including the breathtaking Pergamon Altar and the bust of Nefertiti.
East Side Gallery
A 1.3 km open-air stretch of the original Berlin Wall covered in vivid murals by artists from around the world.
Reichstag Glass Dome
Climb the futuristic dome atop Germany's parliament for panoramic city views, completely free with advance registration.
Holocaust Memorial (Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe)
A hauntingly powerful field of 2,711 concrete slabs steps from the Brandenburg Gate, free to enter and deeply moving.
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Good to know in Berlin
- Buy a Berlin WelcomeCard or 7-day AB zone transit pass (~$40) for unlimited U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram, and bus rides, far cheaper than buying single tickets daily.
- Tipping is appreciated but modest: rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is standard; saying 'Stimmt so' means 'keep the change.'
- Tap water (Leitungswasser) is clean, safe, and excellent quality throughout Berlin, carry a refillable bottle and skip bottled water entirely.
- Many state museums offer free entry on select days: Hamburger Bahnhof and other Staatliche Museen are free the first Sunday of each month, and the Reichstag dome is always free.