Berlin - top attractions. What to see and how to get there?

Willkommen in Berlin! Discover the city where the wall that once divided Europe is now a symbol of artistic freedom. Thanks to our tour, you will see the most iconic sites and get to know Berlin's greatest monuments in just a few hours. You will also find out how to find cheap train connections to Berlin from cities like Warsaw, Poznan, Wroclaw or Szczecin. Book your train ticket to Berlin today and get to the heart of Germany quickly and comfortably. On the wall-beton!

Berlin is a city full of contrasts, combining modernity with a rich history. The number of places worth seeing is truly impressive! To make it easier for you to explore Berlin, we have prepared a 2-hour walking tour during which you will see the city's popular attractions. Thanks to our tour, you will make the most of every moment you spend in this fascinating city.

🕚2 hrs 5 min 🚶8.9 km

One day in Berlin is the perfect time to see the centre's biggest attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island and Checkpoint Charlie. Enjoy a walking tour of Berlin, during which you will get to know both the monumental monuments and the modern symbol of the city.

We suggest you start your sightseeing tour of Berlin at📍theBerlin Hauptbahnhof station. Stop here for a moment to see as many as 5 levels of the station, through which more than 300,000 passengers pass every day! Thanks to the futuristic architecture, you will feel like you are in the future here. Interestingly, the River Spree flows directly under the station building. From the station, we set off towards the 📍Reichstag ⤵️

🕚 15 min 🚶1.1 km

The parliament building's greatest attraction is its impressive glass dome. According to its designers, its transparency is intended as a symbol of the transparency of democracy. The dome and the roof terrace of the Reichstag Building provide an excellent vantage point. Be sure to book your visit in advance on this website, as a visit to the Reichstag is a must-see on the list titled. "Berlin's top attractions"! The next point on our itinerary is 📍BramaBrandenburska⤵️

🕚 20 min 🚶 1.4 km

A visit to Berlin is not complete without a visit to this place. It is a true symbol of Berlin! It was here that the reunification of Germany was celebrated in 1990 and has been the site of important public celebrations ever since. Previously, due to its direct location next to the Wall, the gate was closed for almost 30 years. If you are under the impression that you have seen something similar somewhere, you are right. The design of the Six Columns Gate was inspired by... the Greek Acropolis. From here you can reach the📍Monument to theMurdered Jews of Europe ⤵️ in just a few minutes.

🕚 8 min 🚶600 m

This memorial definitely stands out from the rest. The memorial consists of 2,711 concrete blocks, each one different, to symbolise the chaos and dehumanisation of the Holocaust. Some see the blocks as coffins, others as a labyrinth or graves - the architect deliberately avoided explicit symbolism so that everyone can feel the place in their own way. One thing is certain - the whole thing makes a strong impression. From the monument we walk towards 📍 Potsdamer Platz ⤵️

🕚 7 min 🚶500 m

This bustling modern centre was one of the busiest intersections in Europe before World War II (with Europe's first traffic light!). The Berlinale International Film Festival takes place here and one of the top attractions for children and, let's not kid ourselves, adults too - the Legoland Discovery Centre - is located here. After the obligatory visit to the centre we go to📍 Checkpoint Charlie ⤵️.

🕚 20 minutes 🚶 1.5 km

A white booth with a sign reading 'US Army Checkpoint' and a barricade of sandbags (now concrete) is a sight waiting to be seen by those who want to see the most famous crossing between East and West Berlin. This is where Berlin's history was played out. The border point has appeared many times in Cold War spy films. A visit to the Berlin Wall Museum located here will be an excellent introduction to seeing parts of the wall on the other side of the river. The next attraction will take you back in time by up to 6,000 years - we go tothe📍Museum Island ⤵️

🕚 20 minutes 🚶1.6 m

Museumsinsel consists of 5 museums located on the Spree Island listed as a UNESCO heritage site. If you can only visit one of them, let it be the Pergamon Museum. The reconstructed Great Altar of Zeus from the 2nd century BC is truly electrifying! After visiting the museum, we set off on a walk📍Alexanderplatz⤵️

🕚 13 minutes 🚶1 km

The square with the Television Tower (Fernsehturm) owes its name to Tsar Alexander I, who visited Berlin in 1805. The square was previously called the Ox Market. The square houses the Urania Clock in the shape of a rotating globe. It shows the time in zones around the world and is a symbol of globalisation and unity. It takes a longer walk to get to the last attraction, the remains of the Berlin Wall, but it is a must-see on your Berlin sightseeing tour. We direct our steps to the📍EastSide Gallery⤵️

🕚 29 minutes 🚶2.1 km

You think 'Berlin tourist attractions', you see the Berlin Wall. Its longest remaining section is actually an open-air art gallery. One of the most recognisable images is a mural with Leonid Brezhnev and Erich Honecker in a socialist brotherly kiss. Another graffiti "Trabant smashing the Berlin Wall" is the perfect setting for a selfie. Walking along Unter den Linden avenue, one of the most beautiful in Berlin, we can return to the 📍dorzecBerlin Hauptbahnhof.

By train, of course! The short travel time from Poland and the central location of Berlin station make the train a great option, especially when compared to the onward journey from the airport. Trains to Berlin run from most major cities in Poland, including Warsaw, Wrocław and Poznań. From the latter city, you can reach Berlin in just over 2 hours!

Want to find cheap train tickets to Berlin? Book in advance, especially during the tourist season! On our website EuroPodróże.co.uk you can quickly compare ticket prices. It's worth being flexible - prices depend on location, date and popularity of the route. A slightly more expensive but faster connection means more time for sightseeing. You will find many connections to Berlin from Poland, with ticket prices starting from as little as 126 PLN.

Check your tickets and any changes to the timetable before you leave. By booking through our service, you will receive your ticket by email and SMS, and 30 minutes before departure we will remind you of your journey. If you have any questions, our helpline is open every day until 11 p.m. On the train you can use sockets, Wi-Fi and restaurant cars. There are adapted seats for those with special needs.

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