The Neues Museum (New Museum) is the crown jewel of Berlin’s UNESCO World Heritage Museum Island. Famous for housing the iconic bust of Nefertiti, it combines three major collections: the Egyptian Museum, the Museum of Prehistory and Early History, and the Collection of Classical Antiquities. The building itself is a masterpiece of “complementary restoration,” where … Read more
The Neue Nationalgalerie (New National Gallery) is an icon of 20th-century architecture and art. Designed by the legendary architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, it is famous for its stunning glass-and-steel “floating” roof. After a massive six-year renovation, it reopened in 2021, shining as the primary home for Berlin’s collection of 20th-century art. What to … Read more
The Berlin Icebar (often called “Angiyok” or simply “Berlin Icebar”) is a unique attraction located in the heart of the city, just steps from Alexanderplatz. It transports visitors into a frozen world kept at a constant -10°C, offering a cool escape—literally—from the urban bustle. What to expect at Berlin Icebar The experience is themed around … Read more
The Reichstag Building (Reichstagsgebäude) is the heart of German democracy and one of Berlin’s most iconic landmarks. It houses the Bundestag (German Federal Parliament). A visit here offers a unique blend of 19th-century architecture, modern transparency (symbolized by the glass dome), and live politics. What to expect at Reichstag You are entering a high-security government … Read more
The Computer Games Museum (Computerspielemuseum) in Berlin is a nostalgic paradise for gamers and a fascinating history lesson for everyone else. Located in the trendy Friedrichshain district, it opened in 1997 as the world’s first permanent museum for digital interactive entertainment culture. It houses over 25,000 computer games and applications, offering a hands-on journey through … Read more
The Panoramapunkt is one of Berlin’s most underrated viewing platforms. Located on the top floors of the Kollhoff Tower in the center of Potsdamer Platz, it offers a stunning, open-air view of the city skyline. Unlike the TV Tower, here you stand outside in the wind, feeling the pulse of the city from 100 meters … Read more
The Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor) is Berlin’s most famous landmark and a national symbol of Germany. Once a symbol of division during the Cold War, standing in the desolate “death strip” behind the Berlin Wall, it is now the ultimate symbol of unity and peace. Built in the late 18th century as a neoclassical triumphal … Read more
The Berlin Dungeon is a uniquely thrilling attraction that combines history, horror, and humor. Located in the heart of the city near Hackescher Markt, it offers an immersive journey through 800 years of Berlin’s darkest past. What to expect at Berlin Dungeon The Berlin Dungeon is not a traditional museum; it is a 70-minute live-action … Read more
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Berlin is the ultimate indoor playground for families, located right in the futuristic Sony Center at Potsdamer Platz. It is designed specifically for children aged 3–10, offering a world of creativity, color, and famous Berlin landmarks built in miniature. What to expect at Legoland Discovery Center This is not a massive outdoor … Read more
Body Worlds Berlin (Körperwelten) is a fascinating, if slightly controversial, museum located directly at Alexanderplatz. Created by Dr. Gunther von Hagens, the inventor of plastination, it showcases real human bodies that have been preserved to teach visitors about anatomy, health, and the complexity of the human organism. What to expect at Body Worlds Berlin The … Read more