Berlin Travel Guide - Travel to Berlin, Germany
Travel to Berlin, Germany - Why visit Berlin? Berlin, the largest city in Germany, is best known for its historical associations as the German capital, for its most famous walls, for its lively nightlife scene, for its lots of cafes, bars, and clubs, and for its plenty of charming museums, palaces, and other great sites of historic interest. Some of the top attractions in Berlin are: the Reichstag and its dome; Brandenburg Gate; remnants of the Berlin Wall; Potsdamer Platz; the Memorial Church and Kurfurstendamm; Charlottenburg Palace; the Russian Memorial in Treptower Park; the Pergamon Museum with its famous altar; the Skulpturensammlung and Museum for Byzantine Art; art at the Gemaldegalerie, Alte Nationalgalerie, and the Neue Nationalgalerie and Hamburger Bahnhof; the famous bust of Nefertiti at the Altes Museum; the stunning architecture and thought-provoking exhibits at the Jewish Museum.
When to visit Berlin, Germany? The climate in Berlin is variable so it’s best to be prepared for all types of weather throughout the year. That said, the most reliable weather is from May to October. This coincides, naturally enough, with the standard tourist season. The shoulder periods can bring fewer tourists and surprisingly pleasant weather. There is no particular rainy season.
International Flights to Berlin
Berlin, Germany is still overshadowed by Frankfurt when it comes to international flights to and from Germany. The majority of cheap international flights to Berlin arrive at Tegel International Airport (TXL).
Lodging in Berlin
There is a good selection of lodging in Berlin, but be sure to book at least a month in advance if your visit to Berlin is going to coincide with major holidays, festivals, trade shows or conferences.
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Berlin Tourist Information - Berlin’s Tourism Organisation
