Berlin Things to Do: 10 Fascinating Gems You Must See, Berlin, Germany

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Berlin Things to Do: 10 Fascinating Gems You Must See

Berlin Things to Do: 10 Fascinating Gems You Must See, Berlin, Germany

Discover things to do in Berlin – 10 fascinating gems you need to see. Explore unique treasures and learn about the stories behind them.

The German capital is a fantastic city to visit – full of history, culture and unique places to see. Home to famous sights like the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie and the Berlin Wall, you will also discover some fascinating and unexpected sights. You may be surprised by some of the stories behind the suggestions of things to do on our list.

Berlin is one of our favourite European cities. The previous century has shaped the city dramatically and World War 2 echoes across the east side. The city has undergone much building and renovation since the Soviet days but the Germans have deliberately left war relics as a reminder of their history to deter it happening again. We love the way that the Germans have embraced their past as a lesson learned.

In this blog, learn about Berlin, things to do and discover stories from the city’s history but also its wild side. Berlin has a uniqueness originating from the city being divided and ruled under two polar opposite belief systems and then reunited with the destruction of the Berlin Wall. The textures of culture, art and creativity make Berlin an extraordinary city to visit. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Sights Featured in This Article

Guide Name: Berlin Things to Do: 10 Fascinating Gems You Must See
Guide Location: Germany » Berlin
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Joanne Roberts
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Checkpoint Charlie
  • Berlin Wall
  • Berliner Dom
  • Ampelmann Shop
  • Adlon Hotel
  • Synagogue
  • Memorial to the Book Burning Night
  • Natural History Museum
  • Victory Column
  • Pergamon Museum
  • Bode Museum
  • Bunker
  • Holocaust Memorial
  • Neue Wache
  • Haus Scwarzenberg

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