Welcome Berlin.

Germany’s vibrant metropolis of modernism, history, and culture. If you are pressed for time, avoid relaxing; instead, find a way to see this amazing city. Use a well-run free walking tour to swiftly and affordably cover Berlin’s top sites. This book will teach you how to move well through a Berlin day.

Why may someone decide on a free walking tour?

Free walking tours could be really an excellent choice for budget visitors and those seeking a local’s point of view. Driven by enthusiasm of their city and eager to reveal its hidden beauties, expert guides accompany these excursions. Although the trips are basically free, depending on your degree of happiness you usually tip the guide at the conclusion.

Berlin has so much to offer, hence it’s essential to adequately design your route to properly cover the key places. This is a recommended timetable to help you to make the most of your day:

See the well-known Berlin icon, the Brandenburg Gate, early in your morning.

Wander the historic Unter den Linden street, in wonder at the lovely sites and structures.
Starting at a UNESCO World Heritage site, Museum Island, visit the collections of world-class museums including the Neues Museum and the Pergamon Museum.
Saunter gently down the magnificent River Spree, taking in the outdoor art works and amazing vistas.

In the middle:

After a busy morning, it’s time for a quick bite-through meal. Berlin’s street food is well-known, hence take advantage of the chance to taste a traditional currywurst or a döner kebab from one of the local food stores.

Afternoon:

Visit the East Side Gallery, the longest Berlin Wall section still in place with vibrant street art.
Then go to Checkpoint Charlie, once the crossing between East and West Berlin. Learn about its historical significance and surrounding stories.
To truly experience World War II and the Holocaust, visit the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe and the related Topography of Terror exhibition.
See Alexanderplatz, a crowded square with arresting structures like the TV Tower and the World Time Clock, after dark to round off your day on a memorable note. Climb the TV Tower to have panoramic views of Berlin, especially breathtaking at sunset.

Real-world Advice for Your Walking Tour

• Given much of the day will be spent on your feet, choose comfortable walking shoes.
• Pack a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated all during the journey.
• Make sure you never get lost by carrying a map or depending on a navigation app.
• Charge your phone or camera to enable you to record the breathtaking views.
• Watch your surroundings and stay away from pickpocketing in crowded areas.
• If you wish to visit the most well-known Berlin attractions on one day, a free walking tour is the best approach; just keep in mind not to hurry too much around each place, allowing enough time to really absorb
• The past and relevance. If at all feasible, consider looking around to take use of the cultural possibilities of the city.
• Put on your walking shoes, create a schedule, and get ready for an amazing, absorbing day seeing Berlin’s most iconic sites.