7 Things To Do in Berlin for Under 10 Euros

Reichstag Building, Berlin by rs-foto, on Flickr

Even on a backpackers budget theres plenty to see and do in Berlin. Heres our guide to
seven great things to do in Berlin for less than 10 Euros, perfect for those travelling on
a shoestring.

1. Take a Stroll Through Berlins Past

Branderburg Gate by Raul DS, on Flickr

It costs nothing to take in Berlins historic architecture, and a good place to start is on
the Unter den Linden, which is lined with monuments spanning much of the citys
history. The centrepiece is the impressive Brandenburg Gate, an 18th century triumphal
arch which later became associated with the fall of the Berlin Wall and the scenes of
mass celebration that followed. West of the Gate is pleasant Tiergarten; north is the
German Parliaments Reichstag; east is Museum Island; and south is the main shopping
thoroughfare, Friedrichstrasse.

2. Explore Modern Architecture

Potsdamer Platz by Wolfgang Staudt, on Flickr

For striking modern buildings head to Potsdamer Platz, built in 1995, which is home to
the landmark Sony Center dome, inspired by Mount Fuji, which is lit up in vibrant colours
at night.

Sony Center by friedrbe, on Flickr

3. Join Revellers at the Berlin Beer Festival

On the first weekend of every August, Berlin hosts the huge, three-day International
Berlin Beer Festival (Berliner Bierfestival), which falls on August 5-7 in 2011. This free
event showcases around 1,800 varieties of beer from hundreds of breweries across 80
different countries, with a backdrop of live music. Attracting around 750,000 festivalgoers, demand is very high at this time for cheap hotels in Berlin so its worth booking
well in advance.

4. Admire the East Side Gallery

Berlin Friedrichshain
Mhlenstrasse East Side Gallery by jack_of_hearts_398, on Flickr
The largest open-air art gallery in the world, this 1.3km-long section of the Berlin Wall
has been transformed by a collection of international artists who have covered it with
more than 100 paintings. Located near Berlin city centre on Mhlenstrae in
Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, the paintings depict a time of change and the wall as a whole
is regarded as a memorial for international freedom. Its not a traditional, enclosed
gallery, but simply part of the urban landscape so its open to all 24/7, and completely
free to visit.

5. Enjoy a Tipple at Weinerei

Berlins Weinerei bars operate on an honesty box basis, with no wine list, no prices, and
no bar tenders. You pay one euro to borrow a glass, then you help yourself to as much

fine wine as you wish to consume. Youre expected to keep track of how much you drink,
then you decide how much to pay. Despite this freedom, customers rise to the occasion
and tend to behave impeccably, and its well worth going along just for a glass or two to
enjoy the atmosphere, which is lively yet civilized.

6. Brush up on History at Museum Berlin-Karlshorst

Berlin-Karlshorst, DeutschRussisches Museum by Ktmd on Wikipedia

This free, well-executed museum follows the German-Soviet relationship over 70 years,
through two world wars and the Cold War. When the Soviets took Berlin, they also took
over this former German officers club which became their military headquarters. The
spot has great historical significance, because it was here on May 8-9, in 1945 that
German commanders signed the unconditional surrender that ended the war in Europe.

7. Enjoy Sweeping Views of East Berlin

Oberbaumbrcke by Malkav, on Flickr

Its hard to miss the bright, red-brick Oberbaumbrucke bridge which links Friedrichshain
to Kreuzberg. From this 18th century structure youre rewarded with fantastic views over
east Berlin, providing some great photo opportunities.

Making the most of a short break in Germany's

capital

Cool and confident, Germany's capital has a refreshingly liberal outlook, a trendy arts scene, a sizeable student
population, and hundreds of lively bars and clubs. But while this paints a picture of a thoroughly modern city, it's
impossible to escape the weight of Berlin's turbulent past. In the 20th century alone it has been ruled by fascists,
heavily bombed, split in two by the Berlin Wall, and witnessed a revolution. Museums and monuments across the
city offer constant reminders of these upheavals, from historic landmarks such as the the Brandenburg Gate and
Checkpoint Charlie to the ultra-modern Holocaust Memorial.
There are stacks of cheap hotels in Berlin to choose from for a convenient city break close to all the major
attractions, giving you the chance to experience both sides of the city: old and new. Packed with things to see and
do, there are a few sights you shouldn't miss, even on a short break in Berlin:

1. The TV Tower (Berliner Fernsehturm)

You could easily fill your Berlin break with high-brow activities like museum
visits and gallery tours, but it's always satisfying to get a good 360-degree view of the city. This TV tower is
Germany's tallest landmark, standing 368.03 metres tall. You can pay 11 euros to visit the observation deck,
perched 203.78 metres above the ground, and on a clear day you'll enjoy outstanding views of the urban landscape;
if the fog's moving in, however, give it a miss - you won't see a thing.

2. Checkpoint Charlie Museum (Haus am Checkpoint

Charlie)
Sat beside the former crossing point between East and West Berlin, this private museum reveals something of the
world behind the Iron Curtain. Most fascinating are the incredible stories of those who tried to escape it, including
exhibits of home-made inventions they used in their attempts. Nearby is a surviving chunk of the real Berlin Wall
used as a huge canvas by local artists.

4. Holocaust Memorial
This modern and controversial abstract art work consists of a grid of 2,711 concrete slabs sitting on a slope just
south of the Brandenburg Gate, in the Friedrichstadt neighbourhood. Designed by architect Peter Eisenman and
engineer Buro Happold, it is a spot for remembrance and commemoration of some six million victims.

5. Museum Island
This awesome complex of five world-class museums, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated on an
island in the River Spree in the city's central Mitte district. It includes the huge collection of artwork at Alte
Nationalgalerie; the Pergamon Museum, which contains full-sized reconstructions of monumental buildings made

up of parts from Turkey, including the Pergamon Altar; and the Bode Museum's impressive collection of sculptures
and Byzantine art.

And finally...

This brief list hardly begins to do Berlin justice, but it offers some variety to get you started. One final tip worth
mentioning is the free New Berlin Walking Tour, which leaves from the Brandenburg Gate (in front of Starbucks
caf!) at 9am, 11am and 1pm, and covers many of the city's most famous attractions without avoiding its dark and
troubled past.

Start with riding the public double decker bus no. 100 from Bahnhof Zoo to

Alexanderplatz (or the other way round). You can hop on and off and you will get a good impression of
the city. The Unter den Linden boulevard is the main street of Berlin-Mitte and the Gendarmenmarkt
is the heart of the city. Stroll around.
Another good idea is a boat trip on the river Spree. Boats start at the Museumsinsel.
Here you find several world-class museums. I especially recommend the
- Pergamonmuseum with breathtaking antiques, including the Pergamon Altar and the Ishtar Gate of
Babylon,
- the Egyptian Museum with the bust of Nefertiti and many other fine exhibits.
You also find several art museums on museum island. Off museum island, there are some other
excellent museums:
- the Museum of Natural History with the world's largest dinosaur skeleton,
- the Jewish Museum in a splendid Libeskind building,
- the Helmut Newton Museum with large-size photographs of the famous photographer,
- the Museum Berggruen with an excellent collection of modern art, especially Picasso,
- the Neue Nationalgallerie, another museum of modern art etc.
In West-Berlin, you should stroll along the Kurfrstendamm, the main shopping street. See the
Gedchtniskirche and go into the KaDeWe department store during lunchtime in order to grab some
gourmet food in the food court.
Berlin has many excellent restaurants. Here just a few tips:
- Fischer's Fritz in the Regent Hotel on Gendarmenmarkt has two Michelin stars and offers a splendid
lunch menu at a bargain price. The three course lunch menu (in fact, five courses) is just 47!
(Dinner is very expensive there.)http://www.fischersfritzberlin.com
- Maremoto is specialized in molecular cuisine. The chef used to work together with Ferran Adria at El
Bulli. Their 9-course menu is a unique experience.www.maremotoberlin.de
- Diekmann in Meinekestrae offers French-inspired cuisine on a medium price level in beautiful

ambiance. www.diekmann-restaurants.de Diekmann also runs the Oyster Bar in the main station.
If you have more questions, I will be happy to answer them.

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Echnaton on Jun 1, 10 at 10:30am

I forgot, you should do a daytrip to Potsdam. The Sanssouci castle and the Neue Palais are located in a splendid
garden. Take the S-Bahn (about 45 minutes from central Berlin).
DerViking on Jun 1, 10 at 11:11am

I'd also try one of the three Vapiano Italian restaurants in Berlin--lots of fun and surprisingly good. Not
expensive, either!
And make sure you try 1) a Radler 2) Koestritzer beer
The Holocaust Memorial not far form the Reichstag is amazing.
And then there's Charlottenberg Palace.
Also try cafe hopping in Kreuzberg, an attractive, hip multi-ethnic neighborhood. Sit outside, people
watch.
Check out the rebuilt Nicolai Viertel, too.
Berlin has fascinating energy: a bit like London, but there are all the layers of history (like buttle holes
in walls on the Museum Island) and it's what their mayor calls "Arm aber sexy": poor, but sexy.
tom18 on Jun 1, 10 at 3:04pm

If you like the outdoors, I have a couple of other suggestions.

Berlin actually has a number of lakes, the most-popular of which is the Wannsee, a favorite
swimming-hole of the Berliners.
In addition, you could also hike through the Grunewald forest, a huge tree-filled park. Enjoy Berlin!

1. Visit Grunewald
Grunewald is Berlins largest forested area, to the south-west of Charlottenburg and easily accessible via S-bahn.
Pack a picnic and head down here for a day of tranquil respite from the bustle of the city. Venture through the
woods by foot, bicycle or on horseback and, if weather permits, take a dip in the clean waters of Schlachtensee or
Wannsee, the nearest of the forests several freshwater lakes. Look out for Teufelsberg, a man-made hill rising
above the woodland, constructed by the Allies after World War II from the citys rubble. Although theres no general
access to the hill, you can get to the top of the hill by going on a guided tour: English tours start at 1.30pm on
Sundays (booking essential).
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2. Get stranded on Museum Island

At the eastern end of Unter den Linden is Museum Island, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site lying in the middle
of the Spree. Its home to five of Berlins most important museums: two not to be missed are the Neues Museum,
home to the Egyptian bust of Nefertiti and the spectacularPergamonmuseum, one of the worlds major
archaeological museums. Within it you walk through a series of astounding structures, from a partial recreation of
the Pergamon Altar (170159 BC) to the two-storey Roman Gate of Miletus (29 metres wide and almost 17 metres

high) and the Ishtar Gate of Babylon, dating from the reign of King Nebuchadnezzar (605563 BC). Tucked away
upstairs is the Islamic Art collection, a treasure trove. A day ticket is available permitting entrance to each museum.
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3. Mooch, sing and shop in Mauer Park

Berliners embrace their green spaces and the long strip of grass along the middle of Prenzlauer Bergs Mauerpark
(open daily from 8amsunset) is best known not as a relaxing spot but a mecca for energetic market-lovers. The
park hosts a massive flea market on Sundays, with vendors selling bargain bicycles, clothes, food, souvenirs,
records, pianos and furniture. At 3pm, the hillside becomes the setting for karaoke on a giant scale. Bearpit
Karaoke is for the vocally fearless: take the mike in front of a sprawling crowd or join in on the rousing chorus but be
warned, the emphasis here is entertainment, rather than quality singing.
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4. Take in an aerial view

Largely owing to World War II, Berlins architecture has a fascinating range, from the historical to high modernism
and more controversial post-modern projects. A visit to the Reichstag, the home of the German Parliament, provides
the perfect overview. Opened in 1894, its renovation was masterminded by British super-architect Norman Foster
and completed in 1999. The roof is an entirely glass structure, allowing for a panoramic view of the city right from
the centre of government. Entrance to the roof is free but you must register in advance; once youre in make this a
totally informative experience by plugging into the audio tour and heading to the open roof for an overview of the
sites all around. Alternative views can be found by taking Europes fastest elevator to the Panoramapunkt on the
24th and 25th floors of the Kollhoff Tower in Potsdamer Platz. Over in the east of the city is Fernsehturm, rising over
200 metres above Alexanderplatz. Theiconic tower is Europes fourth tallest free-standing structure and the
stainless steel sphere contains a revolving restaurant and viewing gallery. On clear days visibility can reach 40
kilometres.
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5. Hark back to the DDR

Soviet occupation of East Berlin ended in 1990, and today the DDR Museumoffers a snapshot of life in the old days.
The interactive museum allows visitors a truly hands on experience for both children and adults alike: root through
drawers of East German memorabilia, mimic a Stasi officer and listen in on a bugged flat. Out on the streets you
can take a unique tour of the city by renting a Trabant, the classic car produced in former East Germany, now
painted in bright colours by the Trabi Safari company.
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6. Explore Berlin's Jewish history

The Jdisches Museum presents the story of Berlins Jewish population through the Museums own architecture.
The newest and most eye-grabbing section of the building was designed by controversial Jewish architect Daniel
Libeskind. Its shape is based on an exploding Star of David, with its interior spaces disappearing into angles, so the
museum experience is more about the effects of the space than the documents and artifacts. Across Oranienburger
Strae is the Neue Synagogue: built in the late 19th century this building survived World War II, and its golden
dome stands out from afar. For more of an emotional way into history, walk night or day through the Denkmal fr die
Ermordeten Juden Europas. This memorial to the murdered Jews of Europe takes the form of 2,711 blocks of
varying heights arranged across the area of a housing block.
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7. Find the Berlin Wall

The Wall was mostly demolished between June and November 1990 although a restored stretch remains along the
southern border of Wedding and Mitte. Visit Checkpoint Charlie, the famous east-west border control during the

Cold War and now a tourist centre, for comprehensive display boards telling the Walls story. For more of a visual
history, take a walk along the Wall by the Spree, where it runs between the Freidrichshain-Kreuzberg districts.
Whereas graffiti has been removed from the northern section of the Wall, the one-mile stretch known as the East
Side Gallery is dedicated to art and preserves the paintings made on the eastern side when the Wall was brought
down. Although attempting to preserve the spirit of the time, an argument blew up when the restoration project of
recent years was seen to overstep the mark, with original artworks being painted over without the artists
permission.

8. Smile for the camera

Posing for four shots in Berlins Photoautomaten is an almost obligatory activity. These black and white photo
booths are open all hours and scattered across the city. The photos only take a few minutes to print and provide a
brilliant souvenir of your time in the city. Draw back the curtain and pose for posterity or cram in your friends for a
fun set of snaps.

9. Visit Bauhaus Museum

Youll find out that everyone can be a designer at the Bauhaus Archiv, which offers a total insight into the
development of the utilitarian art school that came out of Weimar Germany. The schools founder, architect Walter
Gropius, drew up plans for the elegant white building that now houses the museum. Its permanent exhibition
displays furniture, ceramics, prints, sculptures, photographs and sketches, all created in the workshop. Active from
1919, the school was pressurised to close in 1933 by the incoming National Socialist government, fearful of the
institute as a breeding ground for subversive ideas and degenerate art, as they deemed it. You might want to join a
free tour of the collection (every Sunday at 3pm) or take a bit of history home and leave via the gift shop, which
stocks Bauhaus products such as Wilhelm Wagenfelds iconic lamp.
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10. On yer bike

If youre hard-pressed for time, get on two wheels for a quickie tour of the must-do sights. Central Berlin is well
supplied with bike-rental outlets, and the city has a welcoming cycle culture, complete with cycle lanes and cyclist
signs at the traffic lights. This route covers a micro tour of the big sights clustered conveniently close to each other,
beginning and ending with sites of power. Start at the Reichstag and its adjacent complex of nineties Parliamentary
buildings, then head across to the leafy paths of Tiergarten, up to Brandenburg Tor, the Holocaust Memorial,
Potsdamer Platz, Checkpoint Charlie and end with the Topography of Terror an outdoor museum on the site of the
wartime SS and Gestapo offices.
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11. Shopping Spree

A shopping tour of Berlin covers a lot of ground. North Mitte has recently risen as a key shopping district, counting
scores of boutiques and independent retailers around Torstrae and Mulackstrae (view our shopping guide:
Berlin's 20 best stores). Those in search of vintage clothing should venture further north to Prenzlauer Berg, to the
areas many small and well-selected shops. Alternatively you can pay for the contents of your basket according to
weight in a number of outlets: head westwards toGarage at Nollendorf Platz, or to the vast and musty Colours
Kleidermarkt on Bergmannstrae. For oodles of vintage at bargain prices, the Humana chain of second hand stores
is one to note, of which a big outlet is in Alexanderplatz. Friedrichstrae is the street for big name designer stores
as well as KaDeWe, Europe's largest department store, which offers a fantastic range for those with a larger budget.
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12. Dance until sunrise

When it comes to partying, Berlin is more of a 48-hour than a 24-hour city, with weekends stretching well into
weekdays. Head to Berghain/Panorama Bar, on the border between Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain: this former
factory is the bedrock of European techno. Alternatively, the ramshackle place that is Salon Zur Wilden Renate nods
at more of an underground house party vibe, with three main dance rooms but other corners tucked away off the

sides and mezzanine levels for nosying about. Its truly an adventure playground, with a labyrinth underground (see
Hidden Berlin). Farbfenseher in Kreuzberg is also a firm favourite amongst locals and visitors, and although DJ's
are known for high quality house music this bar and dancefloor is actually in a detached house, which gives it a
weirdly cosy feel. For seeing in the sunrise, the bridges that cross the Spree offer a prime vantage point. Dancing
continues at Panorama Bar way into the following Sunday night: during the daylight hours the shutters flash open to
coincide with the huge drops in the tracks, an event which is met with rapturous applause.
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13. We heart art

The Kulturforum is a low-rise museum complex south of Tiergarten housing world-class galleries. The biggest draw
is the Gemldegalerie, whose collection of early European painting contains English, Spanish and Italian
Renaissance works, among which the highlights are paintings by Dutch and Flemish masters Frans Hals and
Rembrandt. A short stroll along from the Old Masters is the bold glass cube of the Neue Nationalgalerie. Designed
in the 1960s by Mies van der Rohe, it houses 20th-century paintings. Its particularly strong on Expressionism, with
key pieces by Kirchner, Heckel and Schmidt-Rottluff besides a cluster of Cubist works by Picasso, Gris and Lger.
A great time to visit is during the Long Night of the Museums (check for dates), where for around 12 you can go on
an afterhours museum crawl till 2am.
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14. Hear the Berlin Philharmonic

The Berlin Philharmoniker is widely regarded as one of the worlds foremost symphony orchestras. The
Philharmoniker tour extensively and are currently conducted by Britains Sir Simon Rattle, whose artistic license
means that the programme bristles with contemporary and classical choices. Classical music enthusiasts are
advised to check that their visit to Berlin coincides with the Orchestra playing at home. The concert hall itself,
designed by Hans Scharoun, is an iconic yellow building: on the inside, a sleek 1960s aesthetic meets with superb
acoustics.
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15. Relax by the Spree

Berlin enjoys glorious sunshine come summer, and after the notoriously snowy winters, Berliners certainly make the
most of it. Although hundreds of miles from any coastline, youll find sun-seeking improvisation on every corner.
Bars such as Yaam and Chez Jacki line the banks of the Spree to the north while Club der Visionre sits on stilts on
an inlet to the river on the border of the districts of Kreuzberg and Treptow. The Badeschiff gets very busy on the
warmest summer days, but after a day in the heat, take a plunge in this barge-cum-chlorinated swimming pool to
cool off. Get a drink from the bar and colonise a warm patch on decking or sand as DJs enter to play out the
evenings. Fortunately, in the winter the area is transformed into an indoor complex with a sauna in riposte to the
bitter weather.

16. Sprint around the Olympic Stadium

The Olympiastadion exemplifies fascist taste in architecture. This arcaded classical oval of pale Franconian stone is
simple but grandiose and on an epic scale. Its greatest claim to fame however came during the 1936 Olympics,
which had been intended by the National Socialist government to be a showcase for Aryan triumph. Instead the
stadium was the spot where black American athlete Jesse Owens won four gold medals, emphatically disproving
Hitlers ideas about racial superiority in front of the worlds media. The original design survived World War II bombs
and demolition threats, before undergoing a major refit for the 2006 World Cup: now a hovering disc leaves the
central structure open to the sky.
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17. Can you eat it fast enough?

Youd be fooled into thinking Berlin is all about the mad dash if you went by the fact it is bursting at the seams with
take-away joints. Currywurst is the idiosyncratic combination of pork sausage, cut into slices, smothered with a
mixture of ketchup and curry powder and then served with a bread roll or fries. This might sound like a confusing
mouthful, but in Berlin its a culinary institution, to be seen being scoffed by commuters, students, boozers and
tourists alike. Konnopkes Imbiss on Schnhauser Allee has been serving Currywurst since 1930. The veggie staple
comes in the shape of Falafel: deep-fried chickpea balls to be specific. These beauties are served up with salad in
flatbread and drizzled with yogurt or tahini, reflecting the presence of the Turkish population here.
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18. Go wild at the zoo

For a family outing or a date to the sound of exotic bird cries, visit theZoologischer Garten & Aquarium in the
Tiergarten. This is the most popular zoo in Europe and the oldest zoo in Germany, having opened in 1841 on the
site of the King Frederick William IVs pheasantry. Situated in beautifully landscaped gardens with plenty of spots for
a picnicking, the zoo is an important scientific resource as well as being rich in entertainment value, containing
almost 14,000 creatures, among them rare and endangered species. On a rainy afternoon, visit the aquarium,
where you'll find extraordinary sharks, crocodiles, insects and amphibians. The dark corridors and liquid ambience,
with colourful illuminated tanks and curious fishes floating by, are as absorbing as any art exhibit.
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19. Enjoy a film at dusk

Kulturforum Potsdamer Platz or Friedrichshain Open Air Cinema, which often show Original Language versions of
films in English. Screenings always prove popular so be advised to arrive early for the best seats (deck chairs).
Refreshments are usually available and evening shows normally run from sunset into the dark.
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20. Stroll around the Charlottenburg gardens

At the west end of the city, the charming palace and garden complex ofSchloss Charlottenburg has the look of a
mini-Versailles. Built as a summer retreat for Queen Sophie-Charlotte by her husband Friedrich I, the first king of
Prussian, it was named after Charlotte following her early death in 1705. Following damage in the World War II, the
residence has been restored to glory as the last surviving palace belonging to the powerful Hohenzollern family and
the only royal residency in the city. Inside the highlight has to be the Neue Flgel (New Wing), where by Friedrich Is
successor, Frederick the Great made his mark. This suite of opulent Rococo state apartments includes the Golden
Gallery, dripping in gilt, in contrast to the restrained classical winter chambers of the third inhabitant, Friedrich
Wilhelm. The gardens outside however are also a gem: at the end stands a Pavilion designed by Karl Friedrich
Schinkel, the architect behind the neoclassical Altes Museum on Museum Island. Outside, the lush gardens,
modelled on the decadent style of Louis XIV of France, the Sun King, are the perfect place for a romantic stroll
I'll be in Berlin with my family for 4 days (tentative), plus or minus 1 day. I'm not too sure if 3,4 or 5 days is the best
(we plan to go to Barcelona after), but these are the places we'd like to visit/shop:
(In order of priority)
Brandenburg Gate
Berlin Wall (which part of it undecided, any suggestions?) / Checkpoint Charlie
Day Trip to Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau before flying from Krakow to Barcelona
Hitler's Bunker (Is this worth the visit?)
Cruise on River Spree to pass the Reichstag/Museum Island since we don't plan on visiting these areas specifically
(should we?)
Charlottenburg Palace/Gardens
I think the TV Tower, too, we're not so interested but I'm pretty sure we'll definitely see it as we get around Berlin, so.

As for shopping, we plan on visiting Christmas Markets each night (maybe not all, perhaps 2 nights?), like the
Charlottenburg castle one after visiting the palace, and probably the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedchtniskirche christmas
market after KaDeWe on one of the days.
So, my question: Is it better to stay 4 days in Berlin + 1 day trip to Krakow, or is 3 days in Berlin + 1 Day in Krakow
sufficient?
Understand neither 3 nor 4 days enables us to fully appreciate that which is on offer in Berlin, but, truth be told, in a
family, things ike the Holocaust Memorial or Museum Island don't interest us as much as the Christmas Markets or the
graffitti on the Berlin Wall (rather what's left of it).
Seeing it from a familial perspective, how many days do you guys think is sufficient for us (3 or 4 +1)? And would
anyone be able to tell me which attractions I should group together?

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