Berlin

Shopping

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.

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Ku’damm

short for the Kurfurstendamm and neighbouring Tauentzienstrasse are ‘mall streets’, where you can find pretty much anything you are looking for.

Galeries 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.

Hackescher Markt

This beautiful courtyard h

Thatcher’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.

Berlinomat

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.

Triebel

A fairly odd shop, initially looking like a costume hire. It is not however, it sells clothes and accessories that are uniquely and traditionally German and Bavarian.

Harry Lehmann

a perfume shop that uses natural ingredients and secret recipes. Brand name perfumes are not found here but you’re sure to find something that matches your mood or personality and will not cost too much either.

Schlossstrasse

this shopping zone in Steglitz has something for everyone, with two malls, a galleria and several smaller stores with personalized service.

Treykorn

This is an unconventional jewellery shop with local designers. Of course, precious jewellery can be expensive but you will find some reasonable offers here as well. Address: Savignyplatz 13-Passage.

The Berlin Art and Nostalgia Markets

is held on Georgenstrasse in Mitte most weekends. It is full of interesting collectables and various kitsch. Ethnic crafts can be good souvenirs.

Antiques Market in Friedrichshain

alight at the Ostbahnhof S-Bahn stop to go to these markets that sell antique furniture, jewellery and collectables. Running every weekend, it is possible to find a treasure for a reasonable price.

Flohmarkt am Arkonaplatz

is the arty fleamarket of Berlin. It is small but boasts all manner of retro furniture, clothing, records and books. A nice place to relax on a weekend afternoon.

Leysieffer

a family owned and run chocolate shop making the most irresistible truffles and fondants. As the chocolates can be put into assortments, it’s a good gift for those back home.

Kaiser Wilhelm Gedächtniskirche

For cheaper souvenirs, these shops sell almost the same items as others, but are cheaper. The staff tend not to speak English, your German phrasebook will come in handy!

Mondos Arts

Schreinerstrasse 6, Friedichshain. Telephone: 420-10778. A very interesting shop, full of relics from the Soviet occupation of East Germany.

the Kreuzberg borough

is known for its multicultural population and its interesting shops! Have a wander down the streets if you’re looking for a forgotten treasure, a second-hand marvel or a unique gift.

Űberstore

owned by Anja Kantowsky and in the centre of the city is this little shop of curios. The furniture and knick knack collection changes every few months. It is located in Auguststrasse 26. Telephone: 6677 9095.