Cruises From Berlin

Things to do near Berlin

These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Berlin, along with a brief description:

♦ Famous Landmarks

With so many famous sights to see, you can easily spend an entire day exploring Berlin’s famous landmarks. A good starting point is Potsdamer Platz, a square right in the city center, which is very reminiscent of modern-day Berlin. Other can’t-miss attractions include the Holocaust Memorial, Berlin Zoo, Pariser Platz, State Opera House, Berlin Cathedral, Alexanderplatz, and remnants of the Berlin Wall, as well as a large number of iconic churches, government buildings, and other famous structures. You can opt to explore the city highlights on your own, or sign up for a guided excursion via your cruise line. Either way, prepare to be amazing by the sheer beauty of these famous attractions!

♦ Berlin Wall

When you think of Berlin, it is likely that the “Berlin wall” comes to mind. If you’re interested in learning more about the Berlin Wall, stop by the Berlin Wall Memorial, where you can see the last piece of the Berlin Wall (as well as a Visitor Center and Documentation Center). Another fascinating Berlin Wall site is the East Side Gallery, where you can view a collection of murals painted onto a 4,000+ ft. section of the wall. There is also the site of Checkpoint Charlie, the former border crossing point when the wall was intact. To learn more about Checkpoint Charlie and the history of the Berlin Wall, the Wall Museum is an excellent resource.

♦ Museums

Aside from museums dedicated to the Berlin Wall, there is a great variety of other museums in Berlin! For example, you can view collections of ancient art and antiquities at Pergamonmuseum, one of Berlin’s most popular galleries. Jewish Museum Berlin is another popular spot, where you can discover more about Jewish history and culture. History buffs will especially find the Neues Museum appealing, as it is home to many archaeological exhibits. Some of Berlin’s other notable museums include the Alte Museum (displaying Greek and Roman memorabilia), German Historical Museum, Bode Museum (featuring Byzantine art and sculptures), DDR Museum (an interactive museum focusing around life in East Germany), and Museum fur Naturkunde.