For most of its history Berlin has been busy rebuilding and redefining itself. Long before the wall went up this has been a city that is no stranger to turmoil. Its rebirth as the capital of Germany and its longstanding position as a center of culture and political power make Berlin one of the most interesting travel destinations in Europe. Berlin is well accustomed to guests, so finding a hotel in Berlin will not be a problem. Berlin hotels offer a wide variety of amenities and price ranges.
You'll have plenty to see and do here. Memorable sites include the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, Potsdamer Platz, the Memorial Church and Kurfurstendamm, Charlottenburg Palace, and the Russian Memorial in Treptower Park. Take time to visit the Pergamon Museum with its famous altar. See the work of the Old Masters at the Gemaldegalerie, or 19th century artists at the Alte Nationalgalerie. If you prefer Modern art, both the the Neue Nationalgalerie and Hamburger Bahnhof will be sure to please. The Checkpoint Charlie museum provides a fascinating look back at "The Wall".
Like most European cities, there are plenty of great places for strolling away a lazy afternoon: Visit Unter den Linden or the trendy Oranienburger Strasse and Hackescher Markt areas. Explore the vast Tiergarten or go window shopping along Friedrichstrasse or Kurfurstendamm. The Zoological Garden is Germany's oldest zoo and the largest in the world. more...
