Discover Berlin
Hotels, halal food, prayer spaces, things to do, and itineraries in Berlin.
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Must-see attractions in Berlin
From headline landmarks and heritage icons to parks, waterfronts, and major museums, discover 19 standout sights to build into your time in the city.
Berlin is a large and prosperous city, where business and slick city styles amalgamate with vibrant arts, music and youth scenes. It is built over several waterways making almost any journey require crossing a bridge. Beautiful ancient architecture, bombed out shells of buildings, modern monuments and murals painted by children make up some of the sights you will see when you first come into the city. The Berlin region is separated into 12 boroughs, each with its own distinctive character. This is due to the former separation of the regions. There are many top-class museums and places of historic and architectural interest to explore, and int
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Halal restaurants in Berlin
Berlin’s food scene is part of the city experience. Choose from 17 restaurants and food districts with location notes and planning tips.
berlinHartmann’s Restaurant
this is a charming restaurant that is owned by Stefan Hartmann, specializing in homemade German delicacies. The setting is romantic with excellent décor, tasteful art and a fireplace. The convenient location near the Templehof airport is also a plus. Telephone: 6120 1003. Address: Fichtestrasse 31, Eastern Kreuzberg
berlinThe KaDeWe (Kaufhaus Des Westens)
It is a large department store full of brand name shops in Kurfurstendamm (Ku’Damm for short) and has an astonishing food court on the 6th floor. They all serve gourmet food of every thinkable cuisine. Telephone: 21210, 21-24 10789. Website: http://www.kadewe.de/en/ Address: Tauentzienstr.
berlinLa Petit France
As the name suggests, this a French restaurant. It specializes in delicacies from
berlinKushinoya
This upmarket Japanese restaurant delivers everything it boasts of. The tastes are understated, as in all good Japanese cooking and the atmosphere is cool and serene. The specialization is in unconventional Japanese dishes (no sushi or ramen here!) that the chef will make right in front of you and is called ‘Kushi’. Good for a quiet chat with a few friends or a business lunch/dinner. You’ll find the staff extremely polite and respectful.
berlinBuddah lounge
A small but exceptional Asian restaurant with a bar. It serves all kinds of Asian food and is popular with the locals. A good place to meet or watch people as it tends to get pretty crowded. The weekend buffet is recommended, displaying dishes such as Thai risotto and vegetarian sushi. Address: Stargarderstrasse 60, Prenzlauer berg. Telephone: 44716024
berlinAotearoa
A quaint family-run New Zealand restaurant, with a large kiwi on its roof outside- you can’t miss it! The food is good and the friendly service makes you feel like you’re at the kitchen of a close companion. The fact that you can watch your kiwi food (including some traditional Maori dishes) being prepared adds to this vibe. A home away from home for New Zealanders, and of course, a great restaurant to visit for anyone else. Address: Weichselstrasse 26a, Freidrichshain. Telephone: 20687314.
Berlin masjids and Muslim travel
Landmark masjids and prayer-aware notes for visitors planning salah, family movement, and halal-friendly days.
other informations
There are about 18 mosques scattered around the greater Berlin area, again mostly in the Neukölln and Wedding areas. Most are traditional, with a few Lahori mosques. Your hotel will be glad to give you locations as will any tourist helpdesk.
Inssan für kulturelle Interaktion Mosque
Address: Seydelstr. 28, Berlin Mitte Phone: 20 619 639
Interkulturelles Zentrum Mosque
Address: Drontheimer Strasse 32a, Wedding Phone: 49500803
Bilal Moschee
Address: Drontheimerstr. 16, Wedding, very close to Interkulturelles Zentrum Phone: 49912702
Where to stay in Berlin
Choose where to stay by trip style, from landmark luxury and family bases to central, airport, and neighborhood-led stays.
berlinHotel Adlon Kempinski
This hotel is an exact replica of the 1907 Adlon hotel, and hosts a wide range of guests including celebrities, business travelers and families. It has six restaurants with a variety of cuisines from around the globe, as well as a private dining option and two bars. 382 rooms and suites are on offer, all air-conditioned. Facilities include a Day Spa, beauty salon, Pool & Gym. Also on offer are 13 conference rooms and two ballrooms.
berlinHotel Palace Berlin
This hotel is centrally located and offers guests two bars and a delicious gourmet restaurant. There are 250 tastefully decorated rooms, as well as 32 luxury suites. This hotel offers a wide range of facilities including spa, heated indoor swimming pool and a sauna, as well a gym. They also offer massage and Ayurveda treatment for an extra fee.
berlinHotel de Rome
This hotel is a renovation of an 1889 building, and as one of only a handful of luxury hotels in Berlin located in a historical building, it offers guests a chance to be a part of Berlin’s architectural heritage. The hotel’s restaurant, Parioli, offer’s guests a high quality dining experience, and the hotel also offers guests a choice between three bars, some of which feature alfresco dining. The hotel has 146 rooms, including 43 suites. A number of facilities are on offer, including a 20 metre swimming pool, sauna, and gymnasium. The hotel also offers a number of rooms for meetings and events, which make it an ideal choice for your next business meeting or special event.
berlinBrandenburger Hof Berlin
This Prussian style hotel is conveniently located to public transport links. The hotel’s restaurant offers gourmet food in an understated, elegant environment. There is also a Salon which offers QUADRIGA cuisine, and a bar stocked with fine wines. The hotel has 58 rooms and 14 suites, which makes it a desirable option for travelers seeking a more intimate luxury accommodation alternative. The hotel offers a swimming pool, Finnish sauna, solarium and spa, as well as a fitness centre. It also allows pets, which makes it well worth considering if you wish to travel with your animal companion.
berlinEast Side City Hotel
This hotel is located close to public transport and offers 36 rooms, all with a bath or shower. The restaurant offers international cuisine and continental breakfast. Services offered include a bar/café, free parking, satellite television with pay movies and 24 hour check in. Prices are between €60-100 for a single and €70-110 for a double. Address: Muhlenstrasse 6, 10243 Berlin, Germany, Telephone: 293 833, Website: http://www.eastsidecityhotel.de/
History and today in Berlin
Read the city today, its history, residents, culture, and character before planning your route.
Visa Information
Getting a visit visa into Germany is a fairly quick process. e. hotel booking, letter from host etc) to be taken to the nearest German visa center.
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When to go
Berlin is in a temperate climate zone so the general weather is quite pleasant all through the year. There are four distinct seasons. Temperatures don’t have too large a range between the extremes; -1°C in the winter (December-February) up to around 25°C in the summer (June-August). Needless to say, if you do not enjoy the cold, do not travel in winter, and if you do, remember to take enough warm clothing. The tourist season is from May to October but there are attractions and festivals all through the year. Check beforehand to see which ones you will be able to witness. Being the arts and music hub of Germany, there will definitely be several concerts, plays and exhibitions on play during your trip for you to take advantage of.
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Fast Facts
-Location: Berlin is situated in the north-east of Germany, in the midst of a network of lakes and marshes. The river Spree follows a valley carved out by ice flows many thousands of years ago, and meets the wide river Havel in the borough of Spandau. Most of the region is flat with a few rolling hills. It is about 70km west from the border of Poland, and is completely surrounded by the region of Brandenburg. It is the cultural and administrative capital and most populous city in Germany, and is also a centre for commerce with many European companies headquartered there.
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Currency and Exchange Rates
The Euro (€) is the currency in German
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Public Holidays
The weekend in Germany, like the rest of the European Union, is Saturday-Sunday; New Year’s Day:: 1st Jan Good Friday (the Friday before Easter Sunday, generally in April. The exact date depends on the lunar calendar. Easter Monday, Ascension Day and Whit Monday also depend on the day of Easter) Easter Monday; Labour Day:: 1st May (there are sometimes riots in the city the night before and after)
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Annual Temperature
Month High (°C) Low(°C) January 2.9 -1.9 February 4.2 -1.5 March 8.5 1.3 April 13.2 4.2 May 18.9 9.0 June 21.6 12.3 July 23.7 14.3 August 23.6 14.1 September 18.8 10.6 October 13.4 6.4 November 7.1 2.2 December 4.4 -0.4
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Berlin Residents
It is difficult to describe a ‘typical’ Berliner, simply because society is always changing and the people of the city come from a variety of backgrounds. Most of the residents have lived in the city for less than ten years and it is not easy to find a ‘born-and-bred’ Berliner. The society is quite multicultural and young, because of the universities located in the city, and the vibrant arts, dance and music scenes.
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Berlin today
Berlin is a large and prosperous city, where business and slick city styles amalgamate with vibrant arts, music and youth scenes. It is built over several waterways making almost any journey require crossing a bridge. Beautiful ancient architecture, bombed out shells of buildings, modern monuments and murals painted by children make up some of the sights you will see when you first come into the city. The Berlin region is separated into 12 boroughs, each with its own distinctive character. This is due to the former separation of the regions. There are many top-class museums and places of historic and architectural interest to explore, and interesting restaurants and nightspots to discover.
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Shopping in Berlin
Explore 18 shopping stops, from malls, markets, and book bazaars to fashion streets and souvenir finds.
berlinKu’damm
short for the Kurfurstendamm and neighbouring Tauentzienstrasse are ‘mall streets’, where you can find pretty much anything you are looking for. The KaDeWe is the most prestigious shopping complex, with every brand name store found in its maze of corridors.
berlinGaleries Lafayette
just outside Franzosische strasse station in Mitte, this beautiful arcade-like complex is host to many upmarket clothing, shoes, perfume and souvenir shops. It is open every day but Sunday, 10am-8pm. Telephone: 209480
berlinHackescher Markt
This beautiful courtyard h
berlinThatcher’s Store
This clothing store offers the latest fashions in the stylish Prenzlauberg area. The store itself, like many others in Berlin is a work of art just as much as the merchandise. Address: Kastanienallee 21, Prenzlauer Berg.
berlinBerlinomat
This minimalistic fashion store is uniquely Berliner. The clothes, furniture and jewellery are all created by local designers and tend to have a sense of Berlin pride in them. Address: 89 Frankfurter Alle, Friedrichshain Telephone: 420 81445
Signature sights in Berlin
A curated pick of the city's standout sights, led by the strongest editorial recommendations.
Festivals and events in Berlin
Plan around 9 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.
berlinLange Nacht der Museen
The ‘Long Night of Museums’ festival is run for one day every January and August and has many museums open till 2AM. Special exhibitions are staged and other cultural events are held around the city as part of it. It is an excellent night out for any appreciator of art. This year’s (2010) festival was held on the 30th of January and featured events all around the city. Telephone 90 26 99 444
berlinThe Berlin International Film Festival
is renowned all around Europe as a premier festival for independent and mainstream movies; and is called the ‘Berlinale’. It takes place at the end of February and is surprisingly accessible for an event so large. Tickets are relatively easy to obtain and some of the screenings of films not in the competition are free. It is a delightful addition to a movie buff’s itinerary, but of course, tickets must be booked in advance. Telephone: 259 200
berlinStaatsoper Unter den Linden festival
25th March-6th April, 10 high profile days of opera in Berlin. Also called the Festtage, it showcases some of the world’s leading opera singers in beautiful concerts and star-studded after parties, all at the majestic Berlin opera house. Perfect holiday gift for the opera aficionado. Telephone: 20 35 40.
berlinITB
The International Tourism Exchange in Berlin is an annual trade fair in the middle of March, generally at the Messe Berlin fairgrounds. It attracts thousands of visitors as well as tour companies, hotels, insurance companies and publishing organizations. It is also a travel convention and its scale has been steadily increasing in the past few years. It is a good opportunity to research some travel locations or fix up that business holiday.
berlinKarneval der Kulturen
this is the Carnival of Cultures, a dizzying weekend of celebrating the cultural and ethnic diversity in Berlin. It takes place in late May or early June, generally on Pentecost weekend or Whit Sunday. There are parades, market stalls, outlandish food, and the streets come alive with people in their national garb. 1 in every 7 Berliners has emigrated from a different country so there is plenty of diversity to rejoice. Telephone: 6097700.
Berlin tours and experiences
Heritage walks, food crawls, coastal trips, museum circuits, family days, and guided ideas for an easier day out.
berlinBerolina Sightseeing
Located in Meinekestr. 3, 10719 Berlin – Charlottenburg, this company offers a range of bus tours to suit any budget. Most are the hop-in hop-off type, which can be convenient or annoying depending on your mood and the weather. Telephone: 88 56 80 30, Website: www.berolina-berlin.com There are concessions for children, so this is a plus when travelling with the little ones.
berlinBus number 100
in the BVG bus service passes many of the tourist landmarks and since you only have to pay the price of a public transport ticket, is a cheap way to see the sights.
berlinBerlin Walks
Sensburger Allee 2. Telephone: 301 9194 Website: http://www.berlinwalks.com/home.html This fairly old and established company has been operating walking tours for many years. There are several walks to chose from, including a ‘discover Berlin’ and a ‘Third Reich sites’ tour.
berlinBrewer’s Berlin
As well as the general bus tours, this company also operates ‘Trips with Terry’. These are fascinating glimpses into the lesser known parts of Berlin with the help of Terry, who seems to have been everywhere and done everything. Terry has stories to tell about most of the places you visit, that will give you a whole new impression of the city. Telephone: 177 3881537. Website:
berlinTrabi Safari
These nostalgic tours involve getting in a ‘Trabi’ an old car that was manufactured in East Germany during the Cold war years to be as cheap as possible. You are given a guide, who will sit with you in the car and explain the history behind the sights you drive to in your Trabi. The novel idea caught on mainly because of the strange fascination that many Germans have with the clothing, styles and culture of that time. A fun trip to go on with friends. Telephone: 2759-2273,
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