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If you’re short on time but still want to experience Berlin to the fullest, this post will tell you all you need to know and more! What to do in Berlin? We got the answers for you.

Continue reading to find out what to eat and drink, where to shop, which museums to visit and where to go out at night. This is Berlin in a nutshell:

What to eat:

Berlin is known for Currywurst and Döner Kebabs. So you should try, you will definitely find one of the best you have ever eaten!

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But the city also has several types of kitchen you could all try. We love all the great Asian restaurants. If you’d like to try Vietnamese cuisine with a German twist, book a table at Lemon Grass, a beautiful restaurant located in the heart of the Friedrichshain district.

What to Do in Berlin

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What to drink:

What to Do in Berlin

What to Do in Berlin? No! Better what to drink in Berlin: Club-Mate! This caffeinated soft drink is a hit with locals. Enjoyed on its own or as a cocktail, Club-Mate has relatively few calories and is not as sugary as other energy drinks. You can purchase this tasty beverage at any Späti.

What to do in Berlin during the day:

What to Do in Berlin

Berlin has a lot of great museums, but we particularly love the Museum of Things (Museum der Dinge) in Kreuzberg where you can find an extensive collection of tacky everyday objects that are sure to make anyone feel nostalgic.

What to Do in Berlin

And if you love music, you must visit The Ramones Museum in Berlin Mitte. In this neighbourhood you’ll also come across famous tourist attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, the Museum Island and the Gendarmenmarkt.

Where to go shopping:

Ever heard of a Späti? These conventional stores are open around the clock and sell all sorts of snacks and cold drinks. It doesn’t get more convenient than this!

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“Späti” © xurde/flickr.com

What to do in Berlin during the evening:

If you visit Berlin in summer, you’ll have plenty to do and see. Sit out on a terrace near Görlitz Park and enjoy an ice tea or watch a movie at the open-air cinema in Hasenheide Park.  And if you want to explore the city’s nightlife scene, stop by one of the pubs in Kreuzberg or Friedrichshain for a drink or two.

What to Do in Berlin

Happy travels!

 

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