Traveling to Berlin

Information and tips

Berlin is a wonderful mixture of old and new, modern and alternative, which makes the German capital especially unique and interesting.

Berlin's moving history has left traces everywhere and visitors will be constantly reminded of the city's past during a city break in Berlin. Thanks to the city's laid back style, Berlin magically attracts artists from all over the world, providing inspiration and enough space for new creative ideas to be born.

There is an incredibly wide variety of things to do in Berlin: a trip back in time with a visit to the Berlin Wall or the Museum Island; classical music in the Berlin Philharmonic or theater at the Berlin Ensemble; the Reichstag or the Brandenburg Gate – each year millions of visitors flock to the German capital for a city break. Once there, many will find Berlin so fascinating, they will already be planning their next trip.

Berlin is one of the most popular destinations in Europe for city breaks, and despite the increase in luxury and 5 star hotels in Berlin and upmarket fashion boutiques, it is still one of the cheapest cities in the world. Accommodation in Berlin will suit all tastes and pockets: cheap hostels in the trendier parts of town, the Eastern Comfort directly on the River Spree, or hotels such as The Circus Hotel Berlin or Mercure Berlin.

Facts

Name	Berlin
Region	Land Berlin
Country	Germany
Continent	Europe
Latitude	52.524368 North
Longitude	13.410530 East
Elevation	74 m
Population	3,426,354