IYP - in Your Pocket - Berlin (Aug-Sep 2015)

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Berlin
August - September 2015
Summer in the city

Parks, cafs & Ice cream
Galleries & Museums

Berlins best sights
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Contents
Transport
Getting around by S&U
Basics
Essential travel tips
Sports in Berlin
All about Berlins top teams
Culture & Events
10
Roll up for theatre, shows and cinema
Galleries & Exhibitions
19
Art special
Berlin Mitte
20
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The delights of the city centre
Berlin Friedrichshain
32
Workers paradise, students playground
Berlin Charlottenburg & The West

Berlin Prenzlauer Berg
SYMBOL KEY
T Child friendly
U Facilities for the disabled
V Home delivery
E Live music
N No credit cards
M Nearest S/U-Bahn station
B Outside seating
G Non-smoking room
S Take away
R Internet
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Genteel western Berlin

43
The gentried north
Berlin Kreuzberg
48
Immigrants, anarchists and hipsters
River Tours
57
Sailing on the Spree and Landwehrkanal
City Tours
58
Guided walks, bike rides and drives
W Wi-Fi
Additional symbols for hotels
P Air conditioning
A Credit cards accepted
L Guarded parking
H Conference facilities
F Fitness centre
K Restaurant
D Sauna
C Swimming pool
Dinner price guide

The number of euro symbols in our restaurant, caf
and nightlife reviews indicates the approximate price
level based on a main course with a glass of wine.
Expensive; more than 30 per person.
Not cheap; 20-30 per person.
Middling; from 10-20 per person.
Cheap; less than 10 per person.
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Directory & Street register
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Maps & Index

City map
Public transport map
Index
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64-65
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BERLIN BOXES
Scattered throughout the guide youll nd boxes with
more information about these topics:
Cold War Berlin
Erasmus Student Network
West Berlin Revival
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Foreword
Summer in Berlin brings the best of times and the worst
of times. The parks are green and luscious, the cafs and
beergardens are all open with plenty of seats available, and
with half the city on holiday, the streets are blissfully calm.
The increasing inux of summer visitors does bring queues
at the main sights and crowds at the Brandenburg Gate
but this is easily avoided by quickly checking o the main
attractions and then heading elsewhere in berlin where its
just you, the locals and a fabulous time.
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As always weve included a list of recommended sports

and cultural events this late summer season, as well as the
usual restaurant, caf and bar recommendations for Berlins
coolest districts.
Editorial
Editors Jeroen van Marle, Philippe Krger, Christina Knight
Research Cecilia Engvall; Layout Tom Haman
Photos Jeroen van Marle (JvM), Emilie Guilland (EG)
Maps Kartographie Eichner
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While the Neue Nationalgalerie is closed for thorough

renovations, Berlin has on oer a whole lot of other
museums and galleries, some of which we feature on p. 19.
A very good occasion for a museum tour is the Long Night
of Museums on 29 August (see p.16).
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Production Manager Philippe Krger
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Whatever you do this summer, write in to tell us

about your experiences, tips and complaints, at
berlin@inyourpocket.com. Enjoy Berlin.
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The Unesco-listed group of museums is undergoing major renovations as each building is renovated
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Transport
Although Berlin is lodged in the middle of the great
empty vastness of northeast Germany, its very well
connected to the rest of civilisation by bus, train, Autobahn
and air. Once in Berlin, youll wish that your home town had
such good public transport.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Berlins integrated network of U-Bahn (Untergrundbahn,
underground trains), bus, and Straenbahn (trams) run
by BVG and S-Bahn and RE (Schnellbahn and regional
commuter trains run by DB) usually works like a dream. Just
remember the number or colour and end station of the line
you want to use, and youll be navigating the labyrinth-like
stations like a local.
Most S/U-Bahn trains, buses and trams run every 5-15 minutes
during the day. M buses and trams run every half hour at
night; U-Bahn trains run every 15 minutes on weekend nights,
with N buses following their routes every half hour (starting
from Hackescher Markt) on weekday nights.
Tickets can be used on all BVG, S-Bahn and local RE train
services. Vending machines have instructions in English
and accept coins, often bank notes and cards too. Berlins
AB travel zone contains nearly everything; youll only need
an ABC-ticket for Potsdam and Schoenefeld airport.
With an Einzelfahrschein ticket (AB-zone 2,70, ABC
3,30) you can travel one-way for up to two hours with
unlimited transfers; its cheaper to buy four tickets at once
(Vier-Fahrten-Karte, 9). Buy a 1,60 Kurzstrecke (short
distance) ticket if you want to travel up to three S/U-Bahn
stops, or up to six stops by bus or tram. If you anticipate
a lot of travelling, get the Tageskarte (day ticket, valid
until 03:00 the next morning; 6,90) or the seven-day
pass (29,50). Groups of up to ve people are best o
with a Kleingruppenkarte (group day ticket, 16,90). The
multi-day Berlin Welcomecard (18,50-38,50) is valid for
transport and some attractions.
Before boarding the S- or U-Bahn, always validate your
ticket by punching it in the yellow or red machines near
the end of the platforms. On buses and trams, the machines
are on board. Public transport uses the honour system, and
there are regular checks by uniformed and plainclothes
inspectors. If you are caught without a valid ticket youll
be ned 40 on the spot.
BVG
The Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe run the U-Bahn, buses and
trams. Their handy trip planner can be found at www.
fahrinfo-berlin.de.Qtel. +49 30 194 49, info@bvg.de,
www.bvg.de.
TAXIS
Berlins friendly and ubiquitous beige Mercedes taxis can be
called or hailed on the street. They can also be found queing
at S/U-Bahn stations and near nightlife hotspots. Not all taxis
accept credit cards, ask when you book. Prices are the same
day and night; agfall plus the rst kilometre is 3,40; then up
to 7km its 1,79/km, thereafter 1,28/km. Waiting costs 25/
hr. For short hops hail a taxi already driving in the direction
you need to go and immediately ask for the Kurzfahrstrecke
tarri; 4 for 2km. By the way, Funk means radio.
CITY FUNKQtel. +49 30 21 02 02, www.cityfunk.de.
FUNK TAXI BERLINQtel. +49 30 26 10 26,
www.taxifunkberlin.de.
TAXI FUNKQtel. +49 30 44 33 22, www.taxi443322.de.
WBT FUNK TAXI BERLINQtel. +49 30 26 10 26,
www.funk-taxi-berlin.de.
WRFEL-FUNKQtel. +49 30 21 01 01,
www.wuerfelfunk.de.
CYCLING
As long as its dry, getting around Berlin is really best done
by bicycle. Its a at city, there are plenty of cycle paths and
wide bus lanes for you to use and you see so much more
from the saddle than from the U-Bahn train window. Note
that cycling on the pavement is illegal and may get you
ned, even though everyone does it. Cycling across town
may take a while, though for 1,60 you can take your bike
on an S/U-Bahn train too. There are dozens of bike rental
places, most charging 10-12 per day. The urban bike
trip planner www.bbbike.de can suggest low-trac and
cobblestone-free routes across Berlin.
CITY CARDS
Discounts are a welcome relief, so if you are planning
to travel around town a lot and see more than one
museum, get a reduced rate card. Note that students
and youths may get better reductions at museums
using their student ID cards.
BERLIN WELCOMECARD
The Berlin WelcomeCard is a combined transport and
reduction card (museums, bike tours/rental, boat tours,
etc) valid for zone AB or zone ABC (which includes
Potsdam and Schnefeld airport). Cards are valid for 48
hours (AB 18,50, ABC 20,50), 72 hours (25,50/27,50)
or 5 days (32,50/37,50). Theres also a 72-hour variety
(38,50/40,50) that includes free admission to the ve
Museumsinsel museums. Cards are sold online and from
BVG ticket machines, tourist oces, S-Bahn oces, hotels
and kiosks. The similar CityTourCard (www.citytourcard.
com) is a little cheaper, with restaurant, bar and club
discounts geared towards younger travellers: 48 hours
(AB 16,90, ABC 18,90), 72 hours (23,90/25,90) or
5 days (30,90/35,90).Qwww.berlin-welcomecard.de.
MUSEUM PASS BERLIN
50 museums, including the permanent collections of
the Staatliche Museen (state museums), can be visited
with the Berlin Museum Pass (24/12, valid three days).
Its for sale at the museums, tourism oces and online.
Qwww.berlin-welcomecard.de.
Basics
BASIC DATA
Population: Germany: 81,751,602; Berlin: 3,460,725
Longest river in Germany: Rhine, 1319km.
The Spree is 403km.
Highest point of Germany: Zugspitze, 2962m
Highest point of Berlin: Teufelsberg, 114m
Highest natural point of Berlin:
Victoriapark Kreuzberg, 66m
Berlins territory: 900 square kilometers
CRIME & SAFETY

Berlin is a relatively calm and safe place. Instances of petty
crimes are low compared to other Western European capitals, though you shoulds still always keep an eye on your
valuables and never leave bags, wallets and mobile phones
unattended. Just like anywhere else, be careful when walking in unlit streets late at night. Race-related hassles seldom
occur in Berlins touristed central areas.
ELECTRICITY
Electrical current in Germany is 220v AC, 50 Hz via standard European round, two-pin sockets. Converters can be
bought at the airport and large electronics shops, and
many hotels will have them at the front desk too.
ERASMUS STUDENT
NETWORK
How do international students get to meet locals
and the city during an academic exchange? The
best way to do it is via the Erasmus Student Network
(ESN), one of the biggest interdisciplinary student
associations in Europe. It was developed to help
internationals during their stay abroad. ESN is present
in more than 430 Higher Education Institutions in 36
countries. The closest section to Berlin is the section
in Potsdam, where more than 20 volunteers care for
you. For information, see potsdam.esngermany.org or
www.facebook.com/esn.lei.potsdam.
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MONEY
Germany uses the euro (). Banknotes come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500. Coins,
whose design depends on in which country they were
minted, come in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50
cents and 1 and 2. Credit and debit card payment is
possible in a wide range of shops, restaurants and nightlife
venues, though always have cash on you for small payments
just in case. This guide indicates which places do not accept
plastic. ATMs can be found everywhere; those that charge
for transactions clearly indicate the fee during the process.
Exchange oces can be found at the major train stations.
VISAS AND ENTRY

FORMALITIES
EU citizens can stay in Germany as long as they like, though
registration at a Brgeramt oce is ocially required for stays
more than a few months. Citizens of Australia, Canada, Hong
Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Mexico USA and a few
others can enter Germany without a visa for a maximum of 90
days in any six month period. All other nationals need to apply
for a German visa in advance. Note that theres no passport
control between Germany and the other 14 European Schengen countries, and visas to any of these are valid for travel in
Germany too. All visitors need a passport that is valid for at
least fourth months from the date of arrival; EU citizens can
enter with a valid EU identity card too. Check the MFA website
for the latest immigration details: www.auswaertiges-amt.de.
CLIMATE
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Germans like their beer, drinking about 107 litres per capita
per year (down from 136 litres 15 years ago). Unfortunately
Berlins local brew, the slightly sour Berliner Weie, is only really palatable mit Schuss, with a shot of sweet fruit sirup. Cocktails and long drinks of varying quality and price are available
in a multitude of places. Non-alcoholic drinks often sipped
in Berlin include Apfelschorle, a refreshing mix of apple juice
and sparkling water, and Club-Mate (kloob mah-tea) ice tea,
made with extract of the South American mat plant, caeine
and tannins, and is popular with local hipsters as it comes in
a screw top bottle so you can hiply tote it around (or drink to
just below the top label and top it up with wodka).
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Berlin Districts
Berlin is four times the size of Paris, and even though the
city consolidated its 23 districts into 12 in 2001, youre still
left with 23 self contained areas (Kieze) in which Berliners
often nd everything they need. Public transportation is
far-reaching and eective though, and youll grow to love it
as you shuttle between the four areas with the most sights:
Charlottenburg, Tiergarten, Mitte and Kreuzberg.
MITTE (MI)
Since reunication, Mitte has rightly snatched back the title
of most-visited district from Charlottenburg. On and o the
boulevard Unter den Linden, whose trees Marlene Dietrich
once extolled in song, are baroque and classical monuments
to Prussian culture. The proximity of state libraries, the State
Opera, Humboldt University, the old Arsenal (now the
German History Museum), Gendarmenmarkt, Museum
Island, Berliner Dom, and the abandoned East German
Parliament building make for more talk, less walk tours. The
architecturally humbler area of Mitte is the Scheunenviertel,
whose layout looks as if 17th-century planners got
interrupted during a game of pick-up sticks. Its on these
streets that the casually chic saunter from courtyard gallery
to sidewalk caf, pointing out directions to tourists seeking
out the latest hotspots or traces of the Jewish community
that lived here from the late 17th-century until the mass
deportations of the Nazi era.
CHARLOTTENBURG (CB)
If downtown to you means wide, trac-lled streets,
crowds of shoppers, ve-star hotels and tall buildings, then
Charlottenburg comes closest to tting the bill in Berlin. Much
of what was here was bombed in the war and built anew in the
1950s. The nexus of activity is the knot where Kufrstendamm,
Joachimsthaler Str, Bahnhof Zoo and Tauentzienstr. come
together. Follow what becomes an increasingly silken
ribbon down Kurfrstendamm (Kudamm) and the setting
becomes more genteel where you cant see the buildings for
the trees. Nearby but isolated from the hoi polloi is Schloss
Charlottenburg, the residence of King Friedrich I.
TIERGARTEN (TG)
Tiergarten is both a district and the name of the 255 hectare
park that began as the Great Electors hunting grounds in
the 1600s and became increasingly more civilised with
landscaping in the 1800s. Trac passes through it, doing a
dosey-doe around the Siegessule (Victory Column). Slicing
though the parks length is Str. des 17. Juni, which leads to
the Brandenburg Gate at the eastern end. Just south of it are
the museums of the Kulturforum and Potsdamer Pl.
KREUZBERG (KB)
Thanks to a large Turkish community and more hippies,
anarchists and alternative folks than you can shake a
didgeridoo at, Kreuzberg feels neither East nor West. It
was the black sheep of West Berlin, left alone in its far-o
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room to play loud music and draw on the walls (literally, it

was parked in a dead-end, cornered by The Wall). In 1987
social and economic frustration exploded into violence and
vandalism during the traditionally political demonstrations
of May Day. Every year since, the city prepares for a long
night of stone-throwing and burning automobiles. May
1st is essentially Kreuzbergs way of reliving its 15 minutes
of fame. The rest of the days are marked by backgammon
at the mens clubs, caf-sitting on the Landwehrkanal,
and ambling down the popular drags Oranienstr.
and Bergmannstr. Two major museums, the House at
Checkpoint Charlie and the Jewish Museum, are planted in
the staid parts of the district.
PRENZLAUER BERG (PB)

On a low hill northeast of Mitte, Prenzl Berg is an old
working-class district in the former East Berlin that came
through the war relatively unscathed. The best places to
soak up the atmosphere are Kollwitzpl, Helmholzpl. and
along Kastanienallee (all near U-Bahn Eberswalderstr.).
Prenzlauer Bergs few attractions include the Vitra Design
museum and a 19th-century brewery complex that is now
the Kulturbrauerei culture centre. A good time to visit is
Saturday when the eco-market is open on Kollwitzplatz, or
Sunday when everyone sits outside being cool and eating
breakfast all day.
FURTHER AFIELD
Districts mostly known for their restaurant and nightlife
scene are Schneberg (SB), the centre of gay Berlin, and
Friedrichshain (FH), lled with creatively tattered and
tattooed students. Berlin has green spots galore, and after
Tiergarten the most popular getaways are the Grunewald
forest and lake Wannsee, in the southwest district of
Zehlendorf (ZD).
Sports in Berlin
Hertha BSC
Berlin is without a doubt the German capital of sports - the

city has no less than six professional sports teams, playing
ve exciting spectator sports: Hertha BSC and FC Union
play football, the Eisbren is an ace ice hockey team, Alba is
Berlins renowned basketball club, the Fchse play handball,
and volleyball is taken care of by the BR Volleys. Their
home matches attract huge numbers of visitors to Berlins
stadiums; last season alone 2,4 million tickets were sold
for their events. In addition to this, Berlins streets regularly
host huge sports events such as the public viewing festivals
during major sports events abroad, and the city also hosts
countless amateur sports matches.
Despite being rivals, Berlins six professional sports
collaborate to improve the circumstances for professional
sports in Berlin, promoting Berlins image as an international
sports event destination.
The home matches of Berlins pro teams are easy to visit:
you dont need to understand German to be able to follow
a match and unlike in other European countries, sports
ALBA BERLIN (BASKETBALL)

Also known as the Albatrosse,
Berlins basketball club is
Germanys most successful, and
has the largest fanbase; home
matches easily attract 10,000
spectators. The current teams
average height is an impressive
1,98m. Since going pro in 1991,
Alba has won the German League 8 times and the
German Cup 7 times, and was also the rst German
team to win an international title with the 1995 Korac
Cup.
Alba slam-dunk their way to victory at their home
Mercedes-Benz-Arena from the end of September
2015 again.QI-4, Mercedes-Platz 1 (Mercedes-BenzArena), Friedrichshain, MS/U Warschauer Strae,
tel. +49 1805 57 00 11, www.albaberlin.de. Tickets
8-65.
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Photo: Jan-Philipp Burmann/City-Press GbR
matches in Germany are quite peaceful events, meaning

its no problem to bring the whole family to the stadium
for an afternoon or evening of fun. Finding out about
which matches are playing where can be problematic for
visitors however as the club websites are not all available
in English, and some make it dicult to nd the upcoming
playing dates. In the club details here we have listed all
home matches for the following months, though always
keep an eye on the club websites for changes or additional
matches. Berlins ocial English-language sports website
www.berlin-sportmetropole.de has information about all
the teams, venues and tickets; ticket booking site www.
eventimsports.de sells tickets for all matches.
There are two main sports events this season: from 5-10
September the German basketball team plays against
Spain, Serbia, Turkey, Italy and Iceland in Eurobasket 2015.
Then on 27 September the huge marathon takes place,
with runners often setting new world records in Berlin.
Enjoy cheering for Berlin!
BR VOLLEYS (VOLLEYBALL)
Berlins professional volleyball team originates in the

western district of Charlottenburg, but plays home
matches at the Max-Schmeling-Halle in Prenzlauer
Berg. The BR Volleys have been particularly successful
since the late 1990s, winning the German Bundesliga
title ve times.
Their upcoming home games start again in late
October 2015.QAm Falkplatz (Max-SchmelingHalle), Prenzlauer Berg, tel. +49 1806 99 11 12,
www.berlin-recycling-volleys.de. Tickets 13-16.
Sports in Berlin
EISBREN BERLIN (ICE HOCKEY)
Originating in 1953 in
East Germanys Dynamo
sports club, the polar
bears is Berlins popular
professional ice hockey
team. They have won
the national Deutsche
Eishockey Liga 7 times,
more than any other
team, most recently in
2013 under Canadian
coach Je Tomlinson. They also bagged the European
Trophy in 2010; unfortunately they were not as lucky
in recent seasons. But their home matches at the
Mercedes-Benz-Arena are true family fests, with plenty
of young fans packing the seats, and a festive, goodhumoured atmosphere.
Their rst home matches of the new season are:
22 Aug, 16:00: ZSC Lions
29 Aug, 16:00: GAP Rapaces
11 Sept, 19:30: Thomas Sabo Ice Tigers
20 Sept, 14:30: Straubing Tigers
QI-4, Mercedes-Platz 1 (Mercedes-Benz-Arena),
Friedrichshain, MS/U Warschauer Strae, tel. +49
30 97 18 40 40, www.eisbaeren.de. Tickets 18-46.
FC UNION BERLIN (FOOTBALL)
FC Union is the working mans football team for

Berlin, originating in East Berlin in 1966 and a feared
counterpart for the GDRs state-inuenced Dynamo
club. Union is still ercely independent, based in their
charming An der Alten Frsterei stadium. The club
has resisted all commercialism, with a club anthem
sung by punkrock legend Nina Hagen, and a stadium
uniquely partly owned by passionate fans. Nicknamed
Eisern Union (iron union), it had a tough time in
the 1990s, but has had more success in the national
competitions since the early 2000s.
Upcoming home games:
16 Aug, 13:30: 1. FC Kaiserslautern
28 Aug, 18:30: RB Leipzig
20 Sept, 13:30: Greuther Frth
26 Sept, 13:00: MSV Duisburg
QAn der Wuhlheide 263 (Stadion An der Alten
Frsterei), Kpenick, MS Kpenick, tel. +49 30 656
68 80, www.fc-union-berlin.de. Tickets 14-43.
FCHSE BERLIN (HANDBALL)

The foxes, Berlins
handball team, is part
of an old West Berlin
sports club, and now
plays home matches
in Prenzlauer Bergs
famous Max-Schmeling-Halle, named after
the German boxing
legend who was world
champion heavyweight
between 1930-32. The Fchse compete in Germanys
Handball Liga and the European Champions League,
and won the German cup at the end of the very successful 2014 season.
Upcoming home games:
15 Aug, 16:30: SG LVB Leipzig
5 Sept, 19:00: SC DHfK Leipzig
20 Sept, 15:00: TVB 1898 Stuttgart
QG-1, Am Falkplatz (Max-Schmeling-Halle),
Prenzlauer Berg, MS/U Schnhauser Allee, tel.
+49 30 44 30 44 30, www.fuechse-berlin.de.
Tickets 12-50.
HERTHA BSC (FOOTBALL)
Berlins main football team plays home matches at

the impressive Olympiastadion, Germanys second
largest stadium which was built for the 1936
Olympic Games and renovated for the 2006 World
Cup. Hertha competes in the national Bundesliga
and internationally in the UEFA Cup and Uefa
Championships League. Hertha dates back to 1892 and
is know as the Alte Dame, the old dame, witnessing its
glory years between 1926 and 1931 when it reached
the German Championship nals 6 times, winning it
twice. Nowadays Herthas fortunes are mixed, but the
fan base remains loyal.
Upcoming home matches:
21 Aug, 20:30: SV Werder Bremen
12 Sept, 15:30: VfB Stuttgart
22 Sept, 20:00: 1. FC Kln
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Platz
3
(Olympiastadion),
Charlottenburg, MS5 Olympiastadion, tel. +49
1805 18 92 00, www.herthabsc.de. Tickets 15-89.
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WHERE TO WATCH SPORTS
KILKENNY IRISH PUB
Fun & football, a drink or two and a bite to eat go hand
in hand. And if thats what youre after, the Kilkenny Irish
Pub is where you nd it. Watch all major sport events,
Champions League, Premier League, Formula One etc.
on large screens, together with locals and tourists from
all over the world.QG-3, Am Zwirngraben 17-20,
Mitte, MS Hackescher Markt, tel. +49 30 283 20 84,
info@kilkenny-pub.de, www.kilkenny-pub.de. Open
from 12:00. EGBW
Berlin is blessed with a large number of quality theatres

and halls, top-quality artists and relatively cheap tickets
- and an annual cultural budget of over 900 million to
fund it all. Sports lovers can choose from a wide variety of
matches played year-round.
OPERA & CLASSICAL MUSIC

DEUTSCHE OPER BERLIN
West Berlins 1960s opera building with its excellent
acoustics hosts superb musical and theatrical performances.
Donald Runnicles is the principal conductor.QB-3,
Bismarckstrae 35, Charlottenburg, MU Deutsche
Oper, tel. +49 30 34 38 43 43, www.deutscheoperberlin.
de. Tickets from 16.
KOMISCHE OPER
Starting o as the Theater Unter den Linden in 1892, the
buildings monumental neo-baroque main hall survived
wartime bombing, and reopened in 1947. It shows classic
music, ballet and opera pieces. Translations in English
are shown on a screen on the seat in front of you.QF-3,
Behrenstrae 55, Mitte, MU Franzsische Strae, tel.
+49 30 20 26 00, www.komische-oper-berlin.de. Tickets
9-150.
THE HARP
Just one minute o Kurfrstendamm, The Harp is a
haven for music and sports fans alike. Two bars, a cozy
ambience, four large TVs and two big screens provide
the setting for a great night out, or an afternoon full
of excitement and entertainment while following
international football, rugby and other sports, or
playing a round of darts.QB-4, Giesebrechtstrae
15, Charlottenburg, MU Adenauerplatz, tel. +49 30
22 32 87 35, info@harp-pub.de, www.harp-pub.de.
Mon-Fri from 15:00, Sat, Sun from 10:00. EBW
KONZERTHAUS BERLIN
Together with the Deutscher and Franzsischer Dom
churches, the Konzerthaus forms Berlins most spectacular
architectural ensemble. Built by Friedrich Schinkel in 1821,
it was badly damaged in the war and only reopened as a
concert hall in 1984. The Berliner Sinfonie-Orchester plays
at the venue.QF-3, Gendarmenmarkt 2, Mitte, MU
Stadtmitte, tel. +49 30 203 09 21 01, www.konzerthaus.
de. Tickets 10-99.
STAATSOPER IM SCHILLERTHEATER
The venue for Daniel Barenboims award-winning
Staatskapelle orchestra. Temporarily housed in the
Schillertheater until renovations of their grand theatre on
Unter den Linden are completed.QC-3, Bismarckstrae
110, Charlottenburg, MU Ernst-Reuter-Platz, tel. +49
30 20 35 45 55, www.staatsoper-berlin.org. Tickets
14-220.
SHOWS
ADMIRALSPALAST
This former army bathhouse was famous for its cabaret,
operetta house, spa and brothel in Berlins roaring 20s.
Hitler cleaned up their acts in the 1930s, installing a
private box so that he could watch his favourite operetta
The Merry Widow, and Brecht tried out his new theatre
here from the 1950s. With several theatres, it now puts
on plays, concerts and musicals.QF-3, Friedrichstrae
101, Mitte, MS/U Friedrichstrae, tel. +49 30 47 99
74 99, www.admiralspalast.de. Shows Tue-Sun 20:00.
Tickets 21-79.
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BERLIN RESIDENCE CONCERTS
The Berlin Residence Orchestra consists of well-known
musicians, who interpret baroque and classic opera with a
keen sense of the compositions from that era. The result
is an extraordinary concert event, with musical highlights presented true to the original style and aristocratic sound. Guests can combine the concert with a tour of
Charlottenburg castle, and a dinner amidst hundreds of
candles.QB-3, Spandauer Damm 22-24, Charlottenburg, MS Westend, tel. +49 30 25 810 350, www.
residenzkonzerte.berlin. Dinner 18:00, concert 20:00.
Tickets 29-127.
BLUE MAN GROUP
The (quite literally) Blue Man Group has been wowing
audiences for years in their Bluemax Theatre. The visually
and musically powerful show is suitable for foreigners as
it has little spoken German, and now has been thoroughly
revamped, with many new sketches and elements.QE-4,
Marlene Dietrich Platz 4, Mitte, MS/U Potsdamer Platz,
tel. +49 1805 44 44, www.bluemangroup.de. Shows Tue,
Fri 21:00; Wed, Thu, Sat 18:00, 21:00; Sun 18:00. Tickets
from 69.
FRIEDRICHSTADT-PALAST
No one does over-the-top better than the producers and
long-legged dancers and acrobats of Friedrichstadtpalast.
This venue normally puts on the glitziest, biggest
revues in town.QF-3, Friedrichstrae 107, Mitte, MU
Oranienburger Tor, tel. +49 30 23 26 23 26, www.showpalace.eu. Tickets 18-106.
HINTERM HORIZONT
The musical based on the songs of German rock legend
Udo Lindenberg is a hit with the locals, and using the free
portable translator device (book in advance), international
visitors can follow the spoken scenes too. Behind the
horizon is an East-West love story set in Berlin: a West
German rock singer falls for an East Berlin beauty, who
spies on him for the Stasi in order to save her brother. Years
later, in a reunited Germany, they piece together their
history.QE-4, Marlene-Dietrich-Platz 1 (Stage Theater
am Potsdamer Platz), MPotsdamer Platz, tel. +49 1805
44 44, www.stage-entertainment.de. Shows 19:00, Fri
20:00, Sat 15:30, 20:00, Sun 14:30. Mon closed. Tickets
38-97.
TIPI AM KANZLERAMT
Continuing a tradition that started a century ago in Berlin,
the Tipi team wine, dine and entertain guests for an evening
in their elegant year-round tent in Tiergarten park. Before
the show starts, gourmet food is served. Then its over to
the artists featured that night to entertain the audience.
QE-3, Groe Querallee, Tiergarten, MU Bundestag, tel.
+49 30 39 06 65 50, www.tipi-am-kanzleramt.de. Shows
20:00, Sun 19:00. Tickets 15-45.
20.06. 20.09.
Between Kanzleramt and Haus der Kulturen der Welt
Bus 100: Platz der Republik
S-Bahn: Hbf, Brandenburger Tor
Tickets 030. 39 06 65 50
www.tipi-am-kanzleramt.de
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CINEMAS
Foreign lm oerings in German cinemas are often
dubbed so check www.critic.de/ov-movies-berlin or
look in listings magazines like Tip and Zitty, for subtitled
lms; these are marked in with OmU or OmengU
(original version with German/English subtitles) and
OF or OV (original version); DF means German version.
ADRIA
The lm Berlin, wie es war, black and white footage of
old Berlin, in German, screens every Sunday at 11:30.
QSchlostrae 48, Steglitz, MS/U Rathaus Steglitz,
tel. +49 180 505 07 11, www.cineplex.de. Tickets
7,40-9,40.
BABYLON MITTE
A 1920s lmhouse with a great program, but beware
of dubbed lms. The building itself is a example of New
Objectivity. Occasionaly there are screenings of silent
lms accompanied by the 1929 organ.QG-2, RosaLuxemburg-Strae 30, Mitte, MU Rosa-LuxemburgPlatz, tel. +49 30 242 59 69, www.babylonberlin.de.
Tickets 7.
WINTERGARTEN VARIT
One of Berlins famed variety theatres was revived here
as a dinner theater. Seated around tables, youll enjoy a
show with acrobats, magicians, clowns, jugglers and more.
Before the show, waiters take orders for meals which are
served during the break. New shows are put on several
times per year.QE-4, Potsdamer Strae 96, Tiergarten,
MU Kurfrstenstrae, tel. +49 30 58 84 33, www.
wintergarten-berlin.de. Shows Wed-Sat 20:00, Sun
18:00. Tickets 37,20-70,20.
THEATRE, MUSIC & DANCE

Berlin has dozens of venues for performances. Theres
lots of great theatre, but most of it is German-language;
its getting better, with English plays or surtitles in some
theatres.
Berlin is the world capital of contemporary dance; look for
shows by Sasha Waltz, perhaps the best choreographer
around. The Staatsballett Berlin is the main classic
dance company. Tanzraumberlin magazine (www.
tanzraumberlin.de), available at the venues, lists all dance
events.
CENTRAL KINO
Art-house lms and mini lm fests take place in this
small, but comfy cinema at the very back of a scruy
courtyard.QG-2, Rosenthaler Strae 39, Mitte, MS
Hackerscher Markt, tel. +49 30 28 59 99 73, www.
kino-central.de. Tickets 6,50, Tue, Wed 5,50.
CINESTAR IMAX & ORIGINAL
CineStar IMAX has blockbuster lms and documentaries
in English on the biggest screen in town, featuring IMAX
quality of projection and sound. The CineStar Original
cinema has Germanys widest range of Hollywood
and arthouse movies in their original English version.
QE-4, Potsdamer Strae 4, Tiergarten (Sony Center),
MS/U Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49 30 26 06 64 00,
www.cinestar.de. Tickets 6-13.
HACKESCHE HFE
Mainly shows foreign lms in their original language.
QG-2, Rosenthaler Strae 40, Mitte, MS Hackescher
Markt, tel. +49 30 283 46 03, www.hackesche-hoefe.
org. Tickets 8; Mon, Tue 6,50.
SPUTNIK
Berlins highest cinema screens a lot of indie lms,
many in English, and sometimes very long ones. In
a back courtyard of a large complex, it may seem a
bit dicey working your way to the theater, but its
safe, small, and friendly. Bricks make up part of the
furniture.QG-5, Hasenheide 54, Kreuzberg, MU
Sdstern, tel. +49 30 694 11 47, www.sputnik-kino.
com. Tickets 5-6,5.
Konzerthaus Berlin
Photo: Sebastian Runge
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ENGLISH THEATRE BERLIN
Berlin residents, whether native English speakers or not,
come to this theatre for the edgy programming on the
little black boxs stage.QF-5, Fidicinstrae 40, Kreuzberg,
MU Platz der Luftbrcke, tel. +49 30 691 12 11, tickets@
etberlin.de, www.etberlin.de. Tickets 14-18.
HALLE TANZBHNE
A monumental school gym, used for excellent modern
dance productions by the Toula Limnaios company.
QG-1, Eberswalder Strae 10-11, Prenzlauer Berg, MU
Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49 30 44 04 42 92, www.halletanz-berlin.de. Tickets 15.
HEBBEL AM UFER (HAU)
Three small theatres (the others at Stresemannstrae 29
and Tempelhofer Ufer 10) perform experimental theatre
(often in English or mute) and dance.QF-4, Hallesches
Ufer 32, Kreuzberg, MU Hallesches Tor, tel. +49 30 259
00 40, www.hebbel-am-ufer.de. Tickets 11-18.
KOOKABURRA COMEDY CLUB
Laughing matters at this comedy club, which has alternating
English-language stand-up comedy nights every month:
Kim Eustace on the rst Tuesday, and the interactive
ComedySportz show on the second and fourth Tuesday.
Also look for Karsten Kaies show How to become a Berliner
in one hour.QG-2, Schnhauser Allee 184, Prenzlauer
Berg, MU Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz, tel. +49 30 48 62 31
86, www.comedyclub.de. Tickets 5-16. Shows Tue-Sun.
QUATSCH COMEDY CLUB
Quatsch is the delicious German word for nonsense, and
theres plenty of it in the shows held in the Friedrichstadtpalast
theatre basement. Most are in German, but look out for
special guests and the regular English-language Strictly
Stand Up nights. Drinks and snacks like nachos and hot
dogs are available.QF-3, Friedrichstr. 107, Mitte, MS/U
Friedrichstrasse, tel. +49 1806 999 00 09 69, www.
quatsch-comedy-club.de. Tickets 25-35. Shows Thu-Sun.
RADIALSYSTEM V
A fantastic theatre, dance and music venue in an old
pumping station along the Spree river. Theres a restaurant
and caf too.QH-4, Holzmarktstrae 33, Friedrichshain,
MS Ostbahnhof, tel. +49 30 288 78 85 88, www.
radialsystem.de. Tickets 5-41.
SCHAUBHNE
Set inside a quirky former 1920s cinema, the politically and
socially engaged repertoire of this venerable ensemble theatre
ranges from classics to contemporary plays, and regularly travels
abroad, giving famed directors like Thomas Ostermeier, Falk
Richter and Katie Mitchell and actors like Lars Eidinger and Nina
Hoss the chance to shine abroad. Every month, several shows
have English and/or French surtitles. Theres a good theatre caf
with drinks and simple meals too.QB-4, Kurfrstendamm
153, Charlottenburg, MU Adenauerplatz, tel. +49 30 89 00
23, www.schaubuehne.de. Tickets 7-47.
Mozarts Masterpieces the brilliant madness

Mozarts immortal compositions
interpreted by the Berliner Residenz Orchestra
Dinner & Concert
Dinner 18:00 / Concert 20:00
Only until mid-September
Now with new menu
Tickets 030 25 810 35 0
tickets@residenzkonzerte.berlin
www.residenzkonzerte.berlin
PREVIEW
From 19 September
at the Groe Orangerie:
Bach at court
EVENT TICKETS
Tickets can be purchased at the venues, via hotel
concierges, at ticket oces (also in major department
stores) and online.
EVENTIM An online booking service with event
tickets mailed or available for home printing.Qtel. +49
180 557 00 70, www.eventim.de.
HEKTICKET Ticket shops and online sales (for home
printing, pick-up or mailing). Reduced same-day tickets
for shows and attractions are available after 14:00. Also
at Karl-Liebknecht-Strae 13, Mitte.QC-4, Hardenbergstrae 29d, Charlottenburg, MS/U Zoologischer Garten, tel. +49 30 230 99 30, www.hekticket.
de. Open 10:00 - 20:00, Sun 14:00 - 18:00.
KOKA 36 Kreuzbergs Konzertkasse has tickets in their
shop and online (German only), for mailing and pickup.QH-4, Oranienstrae 29, Kreuzberg, MU Grlitzer Bahnhof, tel. +49 30 61 10 13 13, www.koka36.
de. Open 09:00 - 19:00, Sat 10:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun.
PAPAGENA Regular and reduced price tickets for
classical music, opera and theatre. Call for English-language service.Qtel. +49 30 47 99 74 44, www.khs.
papagena.de.
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VENUE LIST BERLIN
CC C-CLUB, Columbiadamm 9-11, tel. +49 30 698
09 80, www.columbiaclub.de.
CH COLUMBIA-HALLE, Columbiadamm 13-21,
tel. +49 30 698 09 80, www.columbiahalle.de.
DH DEUTSCHES HISTORISCHES MUSEUM,
Unter den Linden 2, tel. +49 30 20 30 44 44,
www.dhm.de.
FT FLUGHAFEN TEMPELHOF, Platz der
Luftbrcke.
HB HAMBURGER BAHNHOF MUSEUM,
Invalidenstrae 50-51, tel. +49 30 39 78 34 11,
www.hamburgerbahnhof.de.
HX HUXLEYS NEUE WELT, Hasenheide 108-114,
tel. +49 30 627 93 20, www.huxleysneuewelt.com.
KH KONZERTHAUS BERLIN, Gendarmenmarkt,
tel. +49 30 20 30 90, www.konzerthaus.de.
MB MESSE BERLIN, Messedamm 22, tel. +49 30
303 80, www.messe-berlin.de.
MG MARTIN-GROPIUS-BAU,
Niederkirchnerstrae 7, tel. +49 30 25 48 60,
www.gropiusbau.de.
NK MUSEUM FR NATURKUNDE,
Invalidenstrae 43, tel. +49 30 20 93 85 91,
www.naturkundemuseum-berlin.de
OS OLYMPIASTADION, Olympischer Platz 3, tel.
+49 30 688100, www.olympiastadion-berlin.de.
O2 O2 WORLD, O2-Platz 1, tel. +49 30 20 60 70 88
99, www.o2world-berlin.de.
PB POSTBAHNHOF, Strae der Pariser Kommune
8, tel. +49 30 69 81 28 20, www.postbahnhof.de.
PH PHILHARMONIE, Herbert-von-Karajan-Strae
1, tel. +49 30 25 48 80, www.berliner-philharmoniker.de.
SC SCHLOSS CHARLOTTENBURG, Spandauer
Damm 20-24, www.schlosscharlottenburg.de.
WB WALDBHNE, Glockenturmstrae 1,
www.waldbuehne-berlin.de.
ZS ZITADELLE SPANDAU, Am Juliusturm 64, tel.
+49 30 354 94 40, www.zitadelle-spandau.de.
ASK THE CONCIERGE

Berlins top hotels all have concierges that are there
to make the guests lives easier. They can inform you
about current events, book tickets, make restaurant
reservations and hand out copies of Berlin In Your
Pocket, transport maps, and brochures. Concierges can
be recognised by the crossed golden keys on the lapels
of their jackets.
CLASSICAL MUSIC
6-23 August
Young Euro Classic Festival
KH
Until 12 Sept
Berliner Residenz Konzerte - Mozarts
Meisterwerke
Dinner 18:00, Concert 20:00
See www.residenzkonzerte.berlin for dates
SC
From 2 Sept
Berliner Residenz Konzerte - Bach at court
Dinner 18:00, Concert 20:00
See www.residenzkonzerte.berlin for dates
SC
3 Sept, 19:00
Staatskapelle Berlin
Conductor: Daniel Barenboim; Works by Schnberg
PH
4 Sept, 20:00
Pierre-Laurent Aimard (piano)
Works by Bach
PH
7 Sept, 20:00
Mnchner Philharmoniker
Conductor: Semyon Bychkov; Works by Strauss
PH
8 Sept, 20.00
Musikfest Berlin special concert
Conductor: Donald Runnicles; Works by Debussy and
Wagner
PH
10 Sept, 20:00
Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin
Conductor: Vladimir Jurowski; Works by Mendelssohn
Bartholdy, Lindberg, Bach, Schnberg and Schnittke
PH
11 Sept, 20:00
The Cleveland Orchestra, Joshua Smith (flute)
Conductor: Franz Welser-Mst; Works by Widmann
PH
12 & 13 Sept, 20:00
Berliner Philharmoniker, Patricia Kopatchinskaja
(violin)
Conductor: Peter Etvs; Works by Rihm, Etvs and
Brahms
PH
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DEUTSCHE OPER
Berlins famous Deutsche Oper orchestra moves back
into its home theatre after extensive renovations this
winter. All the more reason to visit and watch one
of their performances. Several shows have Englishlanguage subtitles so visitors can follow the action; see
the website for details. The highlights of Berlins famous
Deutsche Oper orchestra this season are:
30 Aug, 14:00-21:00 Seasons opening, special
events and concerts
8 Sept, 20:00 Special concert, Musikfest Berlin;
Debussy, Wagner
9,17,19 Sept, 19:30 Pelleas & Melisande
12,20,25,27 Sept, 19:30 Turandot
13,18, Sept, 19:30 Cavalleria Rusticana / Der Bajazzo
21 Sept, 20:00 Debussy, Milhaud, Ravel, Chausson
26 Sept, 19:30 The Magic Flute
30 Sept, 19:30 Sleeping Beauty, Tchaikovsky
DEUTSCHE OPER BERLIN, Bismarckstrae 35, tel.
+49 30 34 38 43 43, www.deutscheoperberlin.de.
WINTERGARTEN:
SOAP BOX OPERA
14 Sept, 20:00
London Symphony Orchestra
Conductor: Sir John Elliot Gardiner; Works by Mendelssohn
Bartholdy and Schumann
PH
16 Sept; 20:00
Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, JeanFrdric Neuburger (piano)
Conductor: Tugan Sokhiev; Works by Reimann, Schumann
and Tchaikovsky
PH
18 & 19 Sept, 20:00
Berliner Philharmoniker
Conductor: Sir Simon Rattle; Works by Schumann and
Brahms
PH
22 Sept, 20.00
Staatskapelle Berlin, Martha Argerich (piano)
Conductor: Daniel Barenboim; Works by Beethoven and
Elgar
KH
27 Sept, 19:00
Junge Deutsche Philharmonie, Truls Mrk
(violoncello)
Conductor: Lothar Zagrosek; Works by Debussy, Lutoslawski,
Snchez-Verd and Strauss
PH
28 Sept, 20:00
Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Steven
Isserlis (violoncello)
Conductor: Robin Ticciati; Works by Britten and Bruckner
PH
CONCERTS
The Wintergarten Theatre shows are inspired by a
legendary century of revue theatre in Berlin, made big
by Marlene Dietrich and other stage divas. The original
Wintergarten unfortunately didnt survive the Second
World War, but its resurrection here on Potsdamer
Strasse keeps the show going on. Until 27 September,
the Seifen Oper (Soap Opera) show is an adaptation
of the successful bathtub-based show rst performed
in 2007, but with more artists and new music. The
story couldnt be more apt; an investor buys a Berlin
apartment building and proceeds to toss out the artists
living there until his daughter takes a closer look at the
creative tenants.
WINTERGARTEN VARITQPotsdamer Strae
96, Tiergarten, MU Kurfrstenstrae, tel. +49 30 58
84 33, www.wintergarten-berlin.de. Shows Wed-Sat
20:00, Sun 18:00.
11.08.2015, 20:00
Patti Smith (Rock)
TD
LONG NIGHT OF MUSEUMS

Berlins Long Night of Museums, rst organised here
in 1997 and now copied worldwide, is planned for
Saturday 29 August, when from 18:00 till 02:00, 77
museums across Berlin open their doors, with over 700
special events, exhibitions, tours, childrens activities
and concerts. You can walk between museums or use
shuttle buses. Tickets cost 18 and include access to
all museums, the shuttle buses, public transport and
the boat to Charlottenburg. For more information and
tickets see www.lange-nacht-der-museen.de/en.
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For more events go to
BARENBOIMS ORCHESTRA
& RED BULL
15.08.2015 , 19:00
Marteria (Hip Hop)
KI
23.08.2015 , 20:00
UB40 (Reggae/Pop)
HX
15.09.2015 , 20:00
Sarah Connor (Pop)
AD
In 1999 the world-famous conductor Daniel Barenboim
and writer Edward Said founded the West-Eastern
Diwan Orchestra, bringing together young artists
from all sides of the conict in the Middle East to
simply collaborate to make beautiful music together.
Their annual summer tour always ends with a grand
concert at Berlins open-air Waldbhne stadium; this
year on 15 August the orchestra will play Beethoven
and Tchaikovsky. For a completely dierent kind of rare
combination, visit the Red Bull Flying Bach show
from 28-30 August, where breakdancers perform their
dancing tricks set to Bachs classical music. For more
information and tickets see www.semmel.de.
17 Sept, 20:00
Sufjan Stevens (Rock/Pop)
AD
18 Sept, 20:00
Marc Almond (Pop)
CC
25 Sept, 20:00
Bryan Ferry (Rock/Pop)
TD
28 & 29 Sept, 19:30
U2 (Rock)
MA
EXHIBITIONS
Until 6 Sept
Michael Beutler. Moby Dick.
The installations by Michael Beutler (born 1976) occupy
and transform spaces through sculptural interventions that
open up alternatives of spatial perception and new ways
of acting.
HB
DIE FLYING STEPS

TANZEN ZU
J. S. BACHS
WOHLTEMPERIERTEM
KLAVIER
IN KOOPERATION MIT
STEVE
HACKETT
presents
Genesis Classics
& introducing WOLFLIGHT
08/28 - 08/30/2015 Konzerthaus Berlin

A
Tickets unter: redbullyingbach.de
08/15/2015 Waldbhne 7:00 pm
Berlin
production by arrangement with SOLO
09/13/2015 UDK 8:00 pm
TICKETS: 030 / 479 974 77 | www.semmel.de

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HOMOSEXUALITY_IES
Kurt in front of the mirror, papercut 2013, Stefan Thiel.

Courtesy semjon contemporary, Berlin, Photo: Lukas Heibges,
Stefan Thiel
26 June until 1 December 2015

The Deutsches Historisches Museum and the Schwules
Museum (Gay Museum, www.schwulesmuseum.
de) present the exhibition Homosexuality_ies which
documents 150 years of the history, politics and culture of
homosexual women and men in Germany. It shows how
same-sex sexuality and non-conformist gender identities
have been criminalized through legislation, pathologised
in medicine and excluded from society. In addition to social
repression, the exhibition also addresses the liberation
movements of gay men and lesbian women, movements
which took on a new dynamic after the legal liberalization
in the 1960s and transformed societys understanding of
sex and gender identity. Works by international artists such
as Louise Bourgeois, Heather Cassils, Michael Elmgreen
& Ingar Dragset and Andy Warhol comment on the
exhibitions themes in a variety of ways.
Until 1 December
Homosexuality_ies
Berlins Gay Museum and the German Historical Museum
present a comprehensive review on the history, politics
and culture of homosexuality in the Homosexuality_ies
exhibition.
DH
Until 3 January 2016
Alltag Einheit Portrt einer
bergangsgesellschaft
Zwei ber vierzig Jahre getrennte Gesellschaften wachsen
seit 1990 zusammen. Die Ausstellung thematisiert den
Alltag der Vereinigung und die Erfahrungen der Menschen
sowie den in seiner Dimension historisch einmaligen
Wandel des gesamten politischen, wirtschaftlichen,
sozialen und kulturellen Gefges.
Everyday unication - portrait of a society in transition
Two societies that have been strictly seperated for more
than forty years have been growing together since 1990.
This exhibition focuses on the everyday life of Germanys
union and the peoples experience of it, as well as the
historically unprecedented transformation of the entire
political, economic, social and cultural fabric.
DH
TRADE FAIRS
4-9 Sept
IFA - Consumer Electronics Fair
Information: www.ifa-berlin.de
MB
DEUTSCHES HISTORISCHES MUSEUM, Unter

den Linden 2, tel. +49 30 20 30 40, www.dhm.de.
Open 10:00 - 18:00.
KNUTSCHFLECK EVENTS
Berlins new Burlesque-style cocktail bar, conveniently
located near many of the hotels around Alexanderplatz,
has a programme of events to keep you entertained.
Every Friday and Saturday from 20:00 theres a 3,5 -hours
show with live music, singers, dancers and acrobats. On
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 20:00 guests can grab the
microphone themselves for a spot of karaoke with a
free drink for singers. Sundays from 20:00 is Open Mic
night, when anyone with talent is invited up on stage.
KNUTSCHFLECK, Alexanderstr. 3, Mitte, www.
knutscheck-berlin.com. Open 12:00 - 02:00, Fri &
Sat 12:00 - 04:00.
Berlin Philharmonie
Photo: Monika Rittershaus
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perhaps now more than ever. Several large museums are
closed for lengthy renovations that will last until the end of the
decade, and the contemporary art scene is on the move, with
artists eeing the rising rents in the Mitte district for atelier space
in outlying districts and galleries regrouping in new cultural
nodes like Potsdamer Strasse. On this page we highlight a few
of Berlins many excellent galleries and exhibitions.
BERLINISCHE GALERIE
After lengthy renovations, the Berlinische Galerie recently
reopened, exhibiting the citys excellent collection of local
art from 1880-1980. Until 24 August theres an exhibition of
remarkable works by painter Bernhard Martin (1966); this
artist from Hannover paints extravagant pictorial narratives
which always seeks visual resources appropriate to the
theme, often alluding to artists of the past.
QAlte Jakobstrae 124-128, tel. +49 30 78 90 26 00,
www.berlinischegalerie.de.
C/O BERLIN
Recently rehoused in the historical Amerika-Haus near
Zoologischer Garten, the C/O gallery presents changing
exhibitions of fantastic photography. The current 'Genesis'
exhibition of striking nature photos by Sebastio Salgado is
not to be missed.
QHardenbergstr. 22-24, tel. +49 30 284 44 16 62,
www.co-berlin.org.
SLOW PHOTOGRAPHY BERLIN

Ukrainian artist Oleg Farynyuk photographs subjects
using old techniques, especially the wetplate method
which was invented in 1851 and was the rst time photos
could be shot with short exposure times. At the gallery
and shop you can view the resulting high-quality photos,
and have one made.
QSlow Photography Berlin, Christinenstr. 15, tel. +49
152 17 55 00 74, www.slow-photography-berlin.com.
SAMMLUNG BOROS
A former bunker holds the private art gallery of
advertising executive Christian Boros and his wife, who
live on top of the absurd structure. Its full of wonderful
contemporary art, including a tree by Ai Wei Wei and
a runaway popcorn machine that is slowly lling up a
room. Tours only, book well in advance.
QReinhardstrae 20, tel. +49 30 27 59 40 65,
www.sammlung-boros.de.
KNIG GALERIE, ST. AGNES
A strikingly brutalist 1967 church in Kreuzberg has been
transformed into a modern art gallery for Johann Knig,
the bare concrete walls forming the perfect background for
though-provoking art.
QSt Agnes, Alexandrinenstrae 118-121, tel. +49 30 26
10 30 80, www.johannkoenig.de.
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Mitte
Between Mitte and Charlottenburg, the huge Tiergarten
park began as the Great Electors hunting grounds in the
1600s. Trac passes through it, doing a dosey-doe around
the Siegessule victory column. The Strae des 17. Juni
leads east to the Brandenburger Tor; just south of it are the
state museums of the Kulturforum and the Potsdamer Platz
district with its soaring corporate buildings.
GETTING THERE
Arrivals by plane and train usually end up at Hauptbahnhof
station, central for the city but not really close to anything.
S-Bahn trains from the top level link to the east and west
of the city, while the fancy new two-stop U55 U-Bahn line
takes sightseers straight to Brandenburger Tor.
POCKET WALK
Start o at Brandenburger Tor and the Reichstag before
heading south past the Holocaust memorial and Potsdamer
Platz to the Topographie des Terrors exhibition and the
adjacent stretch of Berlin Wall. Follow Zimmerstrae for
the Stasi Exhibition and Checkpoint Charlie. Walk north
along Friedrichstrae and turn right at Mohrenstrae for
Gendarmenmarkt square, before ambling to Unter den
Linden via Bebelplatz. Walk east past the Neue Wache and
Berliner Dom, turn left into Spandauer Strae, and pass
through Hackescher Markt station. Visit the Hackesche
Hfe complex before walking down Oranienburger Strae
for the Neue Synagoge. You can catch the S-Bahn from here
back to Brandenburger Tor.
Since reunication, the old city centre district Mitte

(meaning middle) has rightly snatched back the title of
most-visited district from Charlottenburg. On and o the
boulevard Unter den Linden are baroque and classical
monuments to Prussian culture. The architecturally
humbler but more neighbourhood-like Scheunenviertel
area allows the casually chic to saunter from courtyard
gallery to sidewalk caf. Only traces are left of the Jewish
community that lived here from the late 17th century,
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Restaurants & Cafs
GERMAN
ALPENSTUECK
Wiener Schnitzel with Schwabian potato salad,
Maultaschen with Bavarian creme are just a few of the
dishes available at Alpenstueck, a designer restaurant with
a traditional twist. The chef prepares southern German and
Austrian home cooking with fresh ingredients, changing
the menu every three days. A feast for the eyes and the
palate.QF-2, Gartenstrae 9, Mitte, MS Nordbahnhof,
tel. +49 30 21 75 16 46, www.alpenstueck.de. Open
18:00 - 01:00. . TUGBS
JOSEPH ROTH DIELE
A wonderfully cosy dark brown bar owned by the same
people who run the Ave Maria religious shop, right next
door to Joseph. Its named after a prolic Jewish writer
whose quotes decorate the walls and who lived nearby in
the 1920s when this street was the beating heart of Berlins
nightlife. A nicely-priced lunch and delicious Flammkuchen
pies are served, and its a great place for a beer or wine
after a show at the Wintergarten Variet, opposite.QE-4,
Potsdamer Strae 75, Tiergarten, MU Kurfrstenstrae,
tel. +49 30 26 36 98 84, www.joseph-roth-diele.de. Open
10:00 - 24:00. Closed Sat, Sun. . TENGBSW
MUTTER HOPPE
Head down the winding staircase into this restaurant in the
Nikolaiviertel district. Youll nd the space divided into cosy,
low-ceilinged nooks with upholstered banquettes and
historic photos and drawings on the painted walls. Heavy
meat dishes are the meals to order here. The kitchen oers
sides not served at other German restaurants, including
green beans wrapped in bacon. Make reservations; or try
their sister restaurant Julchen Hoppe, a few doors further
towards the Spree.QG-3, Rathausstrae 21, Mitte, MS/U
Alexanderplatz, tel. +49 30 241 56 25, www.prostmahlzeit.
de/mutterhoppe. Open 11:30 - 24:00. . TEGB
RESTAURATION 1840
Located in a vaulted space under the S-Bahn tracks, this
traditional Berlin restaurant designed to recall the golden
1920s serves regionally sourced international cuisine, 1840
creations, including local favourites such as Slze (cold
knuckle), Buletten (meatballs) and Currywurst sausage. There
are good seasonal wines, and the bar sta can shake up a great
cocktail.QG-3, Am Zwirngraben 8-10, MS Hackescher
Markt, tel. +49 30 24 72 74 01, post@berlin-1840.de, www.
berlin-1840.de. Open from 10:00. EGBW
ROTISSERIE WEINGRN
Set inside the only pre-1900 house remaining in what was
once Berlins old town, Weingrns fresh and simple interior
is a great place to sample regional grill dishes such as
Brandenburg duck and roast Saalow herb pig. The cellar is
stocked with wines from the owners own vineyards in the
Pfalz. The restaurant oers good views over the Spree canal.
QG-4, Gertraudenstrae 10-12, Mitte, MU Spittelmarkt,
tel. +49 30 20 62 19 00, www.rotisserie-weingruen.de.
Open 17:00 - 23:00. Closed Sun. . TUGBSW
SCHWARZWALDSTUBEN
Bambi meets Berlin chic at the trendy Black Forest themed
Schwarzwaldstuben, which has a friendly atmosphere,
bedraggled animal heads mounted on the walls and heavy
mix-matched furniture. Regional treats include Maultaschen
(ravioli-like pockets in broth) and Schnitzel.QF-3,
Tucholskystrae 48, Mitte, MU Oranienburger Strae,
tel. +49 30 28 09 80 84, www.schwarzwaldstuben-berlin.
com. Open 09:00 - 24:00. . TUNBS
ZILLE-STUBE
The name is in homage to Berlin artist Heinrich Zille,
whose illustrations line the walls above upholstered
banquettes and wooden banisters. Dominating the menu
are typical Berlin meat dishes like Boulette, Kohlroulade
(beaf-stued cabbage leaves), Sauerbraten (marinated pot
roast) and Rostbratwurst.QG-3, Spreeufer 3, Mitte, MU
Klosterstrae, tel. +49 30 242 52 47, www.zillestubenikolaiviertel.de. Open 12:00 - 22:00. . E
ASIAN
KAMALA
Respectable Thai cuisine is served in a colonial atmosphere,
where heavy, dark wood tables are adorned with woven
placements, orchids and tall candles. The Tom Yam Gai soup
is crowded with chicken and piping hot, and the curries are
rich and buttery.QF-3, Oranienburger Strae 69, Mitte,
MU Oranienburger Tor, tel. +49 30 283 27 97, www.
kamala-thaifood.de. Open 12:00 - 23:30, Fri, Sat 12:00 24:00, Sun 11:00 - 23:30. . AB
MONSIEUR VUONG
Hanoi and Saigon have landed in a chic little red Vietnamese
restaurant in Mitte. There are only ve dishes and two daily
specials, but theyre so delicious youll be ordering a second
bowl of rice to soak up the leftover sauce. After your gi
bo, try some jasmin or artichoke tea. Youll have to ght
the ber-cool crowds for a table as Mr. Vuong doesnt take
reservations.QG-2, Alte Schnhauser Strae 46, Mitte,
MU Weinmeisterstrae, tel. +49 30 99 29 69 24, www.
monsieurvuong.de. Open 12:00 - 24:00. . S
FINE DINING
AIGNER
One of Berlins best places to eat, Aigner is truly international,
as its name, concept and all the old furnishings originate
from a famous Viennese caf that closed in the 1980s. Master
chef Herbert Beltle and his team serve award-winning dishes
with ingredients sourced fresh from the market.QF-3,
Franzsische Strae 25, Mitte, MU Franzsiche Strae,
tel. +49 30 203 75 18 50, www.aigner-gendarmenmarkt.
de. Open 12:00 - 02:00. . TUGBSW
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Mitte
BACK TO SCHOOL
The Die Schule restaurant in the Prenzlauer Berg district
is not just a place for trying German cuisine. Its the
watering hole for adult students from all around the
world who are learning German at the GLS language
school, in the same complex. Theyre greatly helped by
the location of the school in a vibrant neighbourhood
with plenty of bars, restaurants and quirky boutiques.
DIE SCHULEQKastanienallee 82, Prenzlauer Berg,
tel. +49 30 780 08 95 50, www.gls-restaurant.de.
GLS LANGUAGE SCHOOLQtel. +49 30 78 00 89
27, www.gls-berlin.de.
BORCHARDT
Borchardt didnt have to invest much to make a good rst
impression - the mere height of the ceiling and the buildings
original tile oors whisper class and luxury. The money and
creative energy goes into the kitchen, which comes up
with a dierent menu each day to keep its regular clientele
surprised. Leave the pork to the Germans, the beef dishes
here are delectable.QF-3, Franzsische Strae 47, Mitte,
MU Franzsische Strae, tel. +49 30 81 88 62 62, www.
borchardt-restaurant.de. Open from 11:00. . GB
FACIL
At the Mandala Hotels Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant,
chef de cuisine Michael Kempf creates elegantly light fare
using only fresh, local products direct from the market.
The menu changes daily and has an emphasis on tasty
vegetables and exotic herbs. Facils design is a post-modern,
glass-box Asian pavilion with a large central skylight that
retracts.QE-4, Potsdamer Strae 3, Tiergarten, MS/U
Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49 30 590 05 12 34, www.facil.de.
Open . Closed Sat, Sun Open 12:00 - 15:00, 19:00 - 23:00.
Closed Sat, Sun. . UGBW h
FISCHERS FRITZ
The restaurants name comes from a tongue-twister
and the light, fish-focused menu is for a very refined
palate. Chef Christian Lohse has won several of the
Michelin stars that appear none too oft in Germany.
The German chef first trained in Dijon and has since
pleased gourmands such as those at The Dorchester
in London and the Sultan of Brunei (as a private
chef ). The dining room has light woods, deep carpets
and a fireplace.QF-3, Charlottenstrae 49, Mitte,
MU Franzsische Strae, tel. +49 30 20 33 63 63,
www.fischersfritzberlin.com. Open 12:00-14:00;
18:30-23:00. . PAG hh
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PARIS-MOSKAU
Many train passengers rolling into Hauptbahnhof station on the line between Paris and Moscow - have wondered
about this unusual half-timber house, stubbornly
positioned between new government oces and hotels.
Inside, a wonderful gourmet restaurant has been serving
up up al la carte and set menu meals for 30 years now.
Expect dishes such as a rack of lamb in Dijon herb crust,
tuna steak and roast duck breast. On weekdays, theres a
lunch menu as well.QE-3, Alt-Moabit 141, Tiergarten,
MS/U Hauptbahnhof, tel. +49 30 394 20 81, www.
paris-moskau.de. Open 12:00 - 15:00; 18:00-24:00, Sat,
Sun 18:00 - 24:00. . A
INDIAN
AAPKA
Located on a pretty street corner near Zionskirchplatz,
Aapka oers healthy vegetarian, curry and grill dishes. You
can drop by for the lunch menu and on Sunday join the
young Prenzl Berg crowd for a relaxed brunch - or drop by
later for cocktails.QG-2, Kastanienallee 50, Prenzlauer
Berg, MU Rosenthaler Platz, tel. +49 30 44 01 04 94,
www.aapka.de. Open 12:00 - 01:00, Sun 11:00 - 01:00.
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INTERNATIONAL
NOLAS AM WEINBERG
This hip restaurant overlooks a sloping park. The
predominantly Swiss menu lends itself to the terrace,
which is perfect for pretending to be in the mountain air of
St. Moritz. Breakfast is served until 16:00 and you can order
meals until midnight.QG-2, Veteranenstrae 9, Mitte,
MU Rosenthaler Platz, tel. +49 30 44 04 07 66, www.
nola.de. Open 10:00 - 01:00. . TUGBS
REINHARDS
Reinhards friendly sta can whisk a coee to your table
in no time, or if youre here for the food, one of the light
meals. The large restaurant is situated in the Nikolaiviertel,
and is well-positioned for a break during a city walk.QG-3,
Poststrae 28, Mitte, MU Klosterstrae, tel. +49 30 242
52 95, www.reinhards.de. Open 09:00 - 24:00. -.
TGBS
TRAUBE
In an elegant building with an interior by Hans Kolho, The
Grape serves gourmet cuisine together with an excellent
range of wines. Dishes are often Alpine-inspired: crossover food from southern Germany, Alsace, Switzerland
and Austria. Guests can choose from a la carte dishes
or compose their own menus, with or without wines.
The two-course set lunch menu is great value.QF-2,
Reinhardtstrae 33, Mitte, MS/U Friedrichstrae, tel.
+49 30 27 87 93 93, www.traube-berlin.de. Open 12:00
- 15:00, 18:00-23:45, Sat 18:00 - 23:45. Closed Sun. .
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Mitte
FOOD WITH A VIEW
KFER DACHGARTEN
When time is money, you may as well spend it on a
good meal while visiting the Reichstag dome. Make
a reservation to be whisked up to your meal and a
180-degree view of eastern Berlin. German specialities
are highlighted and a regional name appears in most
main course listings. Last orders are taken at 21:30.
Bring ID to get into the buidling.QF-3, Platz der
Republik 1,Tiergarten, MS/U Brandenburger Tor,
tel. +49 30 22 62 99 33, www.feinkost-kaefer.de.
Open 09:00 - 10:15, 12:00-16:30, 18:30-24:00. .
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PANORAMA CAF
The 1930s-style caf at
the top of the popular
Potsdamer Platz viewing
point has large windows
and an open terrace with
great views over Berlin,
and serves coee, cakes
and other snacks.QE-4,
Potsdamer Platz 1,
Tiergarten, MS/U Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49 30 25 93
70 80, www.panoramapunkt.de. Open 11:00-19:00,
Nov-Mar 11:00-17:00. Tower admission 6,50/5, family
ticket 15,50.
CAFS
BARCOMIS DELI
Barcomis is well known for its house-roasted coee and
luscious American hand-made baked goods. In the cake
window there are several kinds of cheese cake, lemon
meringue cake, devils food cake, pecan pie and other
heavenly creations. Bagels can be eaten with Philly
cream cheese spreads, and at this Mitte outlet there
are also salads, sandwiches and soups. The Kreuzberg
Kaeersterei outlet (Bergmannstrae 21) has fresh coee.
QF-5, Sophienstrae 21, Mitte, MS Hackescher Markt,
tel. +49 30 28 59 83 63, info@barcomis.de, www.
barcomis.de. Open 09:00 - 21:00, Sun 10:00 - 21:00. .
TGBS
SOPHIENECK
A favourite of locals and tourists alike, Sophieneck is
one of the most charming cafs in Mitte. Located near
Hackescher Markt since the revamp of the district
in 1984, it has resisted trendification, staying true to
its warm mishmash decor of art nouveau and poster
art. The menu offers delicious Central European
fare, accompanied by an international wine list.
QG-2/3, Groe Hamburger Strae 37, Mitte, MU
Weinmeisterstrae, tel. +49 30 283 40 65, www.
sophieneck-berlin.de. Open 12:00 - 01:00, Fri, Sat
12:00 - 02:00.
THE DIGITAL EATERY

Just a click away from Brandenburg Gate, inside
the historical 1902 Carlton Hotel building,
Microsofts very first caf showroom worldwide
is a relaxing, untouristy spot to recharge. Browse
the small but excellent selection of pasta or meat
dishes prepared fresh at the counter (8,90),
or the soup, paninis and cakes. Recharge your electronic
devices or use the free wifi. Best of all are the digital
toys that allow you to go online, try out Microsoft
products or play Xbox games.QF-3, Unter den Linden
17, Mitte, tel. +49 30 39 09 70, www.digitaleatery.
de. Open 09:00 - 19:00, Sat 11:00 - 20:00, Sun 12:00
- 18:00. W
Nightlife
BARS
AUFSTURZ
The great 19th-century explorer Alexander von Humboldt
lived in this building, but nowadays the only expeditions
done here are through the long drinks menu, listing dozens
of excellent Belgian, German and other beers. Have a Kwak
beer to really kick o your night. Prices are reasonable
and the place looks good, with changing modern art
exhibitions on the walls. Our favourite Oranienburger
Strae haunt.QF-3, Oranienburger Strae 67, Mitte,
MS Oranienburger Strae, tel. +49 30 28 04 74 07,
kontakt@aufsturz.de, www.aufsturz.de. Open from
12:00. EB
EASTWOOD BERLIN-MITTE
A high-end lounge bar and weekend club nearby
Gendarmenmarkt, with a glamorous modern interior
by local designer Emell Gk Che, a regularly changing
cocktail menu, and champagne. The club part is
open on weekend nights, when DJs pump out house,
lounge, electro and jazz sounds - use the VIP table
service to make the night complete.QRosmarinstr.
8, Mitte, tel. +49 30 20 67 90 54, reservierung@
eastwood-berlin.de,
www.eastwood-berlin.de.
Open 20:00 - 03:00. Closed Sun. Club open Fri/Sat
23:00-06:00. W
ESCHSCHLORAQUE RMSCHRMP
An island of insanity in a sea of overpriced Hackescher
Markt pomp: this veritable den of delights and monsters
can be found hidden at the dark end of a gratied
courtyard. There are disturbing metal beasts sticking from
the crumbling walls, aordable beers and cocktails, a
stage, plenty of smoke, and a wonderful set of characters
intent on having a good night out. In summer, the
outdoor cinema in the back yard shows foreign lms in
original version.QG-3, Rosenthaler Strae 39, Mitte,
MS Hackescher Markt, post@eschschloraque.de,
www.eschschloraque.de. Open 14:00 - open end Open
from 14:00. ENBW
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Knutscheck
REINGOLD
A lounge glowing in amber tones recalls the thirties
with an oversize drawing of Thomas Manns forlorn
ospring, Klaus and Erika, and leather and velvet
seating. Though it often has a DJ, no one dances here.
Its a setting for making stationary moves on your
date, or your tapas.QF-2, Novalisstrae 11, Mitte,
MU Oranienburger Tor, tel. +49 30 28 38 76 76, info@
reingold.de, www.reingold.de. Open 19:00 - 02:00, Fri,
Sat 19:00 - 04:00. Closed Mon, Sun Open from 19:00.
Closed Mon, Sun. UB
CLUBS
KNUTSCHFLECK
The hickey is Berlins newest Burlesque-style bar, on
Alexanderplatz. Run by a group of local ladies, this
is a caf, Biergarten, restaurant, cocktail bar and show
theatre in one. Every Friday and Saturday theres live
music and stage performances, inspired by Coyote Ugly,
Rocky Horror Picture Show, Pulp Fiction, Moulin Rouge
and more. On Tuesday and Thursday guests are welcome
to sing karaoke. Theres also local food, beer and cakes,
and a selection of 150 cocktails that fluctuate in price as
demand changes.QG-3, Alexanderstr. 3, Mitte, MS/U
Alexanderplatz, www.knutschfleck-berlin.com. Open
12:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 04:00.
MEIN HAUS AM SEE
Its all about seeing and being seen at some Mitte bars; the
My Lake House makes it very easy with its large slope of
seating steps overlooking a landscape of granny furniture
lit up by discoball sparkles and all draped with nattering
locals and backpackers from adjacent hostels. Open 24/7,
its a cafe, bar and restaurant all at the same time. On
the menu are drinks, exotic coee varieties and chilli hot
choc, as well as great breakfasts (till 18:00), tasty burgers,
pasta dishes and snacks. At night, DJs spin music.QG-2,
Brunnenstrae 197, Mitte, MU Rosenthaler Platz, tel.
+49 30 27 59 08 73, info@mein-haus-am-see.com,
www.mein-haus-am-see.blogspot.de. Open 24 hours
Open 24/7. . TUENGBSW
GRNER SALON
Chandeliers dress up this occasional club venue, talk-show
stage, and cabaret. Grab your partner for standard evenings
like Thursday Tango and Friday Swing.QG-2, Volksbhne,
Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz 2, Mitte, MU Rosa-LuxemburgPlatz, tel. +49 30 24 59 89 36, www.gruener-salon.de.
Open Thu 21:00 - 04:00; Fri, Sat 23:00 - 04:00.
KAFFEE BURGER
The patterned wallpaper and wood panelling has withstood
decades of the alternative scenes smoke and its stuck-inthe-Socialist-Sixties-look is perfect for DJ/author Vladimir
Kaminers wild and sweaty Russendisko nights. Happenings
like poetry slams and jams start evenings that end with
CASINO
SPIELBANK BERLIN
The casino at Potsdamer Platz has French roulette,
American roulette, baccarat, poker, blackjack, Sic
Bo, bingo roulette and slot machines. Upstairs, the
restaurant and Baccara Bar serves drinks and food from
the a la carte menu. Newcomers to the game can book
a tour including game instructions.QE-4, MarleneDietrich-Platz 1, Tiergarten, MS/U Potsdamer Platz,
tel. +49 30 25 59 90, www.spielbank-berlin.de.
Open 11:00 - 05:00. Admission 2,50. Minimum age
is 18, ID required; dress code is smart casual.
Mitte
DJs spinning anything from Balkan and surf rock to samba.
QG-2, Torstrae 60, Mitte, MU Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz,
tel. +49 30 28 04 64 95, www.kaffeeburger.de. Open
from 21:00. E
ROTER SALON
This place probably began with a faded elegance, but lets
say its just settled in after ten years of clubbers bouncing o
its red walls. Most nights feature electro pop, electro lounge,
and electroclash - the music Berlin is known for.QG-2,
Volksbhne, Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz 2, Mitte, MU RosaLuxemburg-Platz, tel. +49 30 417 175 12, www.rotersalon-berlin.de. Open 22:00 - 04:00. Closed Tue, Sun.
WEEK-END CLUB
A club, bar, gallery and lounge set on the 12th oor of the
beautifully hideous Haus des Reisens (the GDR state travel
agency specialising in saying no) on the corner of OttoBraun-Strae.QG-3, Alexanderplatz 5, Mitte, MS/U
Alexanderplatz, www.week-end-berlin.de. Open ThuSat 23:00-04:00.
Kilkenny Irish Pub
PUBS
KILKENNY IRISH PUB
The three large rooms within the Hackescher Markt S-Bahn
station oer more than enough space for natives and
tourists to eat homemade food, meet and mingle, party
and follow live sports events. Large TVs and screens make
sure that you wont miss a single goal. Irish and German
beer, whiskey and other cold beverages ow freely.QG-3,
Am Zwirngraben 17-20, Mitte, MS Hackescher Markt,
tel. +49 30 283 20 84, info@kilkenny-pub.de, www.
kilkenny-pub.de. Open from 12:00. EGBW
Sightseeing
LANDMARKS
BRANDENBURGER TOR
Berlins landmark monument, built by Carl Langhans
in 1792, is the last remaining of 14 city gates. Nike, the
goddess of victory, drives the four-horsepower chariot
atop the gate. German armies used to begin their parades

here, the fascists spoiled the gate by staging their torch-lit
marches through it, the war badly damaged it, and then the
Wall essentially bricked the patched-up gate in for decades.
Berliners celebrated the Walls fall in 1989 by standing on it
in front of the gate, and after renovations the gate is the
proud focus point of the renewed square again.QF-3,
Pariser Platz, Mitte, MS/U Brandenburger Tor.
NEUE SYNAGOGE
The gilded cupola of the New Synagogue is one of the most
eye-catching sights in Mitte. Exhibits strikingly balance
the restoration of the Alhambra-inspired synagogue from
1866, with preserved evidence of its destruction, rst
on Kristallnacht on November 9, 1938, and then through
Allied bombs. Documents and photographs remember the
thriving Jewish community of the neighbourhood, many of
whom worshipped here in what was the largest synagogue
in Germany. A subtle but eective sound installation adds
to the experience.QF-3, Oranienburger Strae 28-30,
Mitte, MS Oranienburger Tor, tel. +49 30 88 02 83 00,
www.centrumjudaicum.de. Open Sun, Mon 10:0020:00, Tues-Thur 10:00-18:00, Fri 10:00-17:00; Mar & Oct
until 14:00 on Fri; Nov-Feb also Sun-Thu until 18:00. Sat
closed. Admission 3,50/3.
NIKOLAIVIERTEL
Berlins tiny medieval heart is the Nikolai Quarter,
whose only truly medieval-looking building today is the
Nikolaikirche. The church dates to 1230 and was rebuilt
along with the entire quarter in the 1980s to mark Berlins
750th birthday in the area in which the shermens
settlement rst began. No one was trying to outdo Walt
Disney here, and many of the buildings have the simple,
concrete facades that the GDR government could aord.
The small shops in the area mostly deal in toys and
souvenirs and tourists gladly ll the sunny tables at the
restaurants that face the river. On Rathausstrae, theres
a row of restaurants that aunt old-fashioned Berlin
cuisine and atmosphere. Other rebuilt historic buildings
in the area date to the 1700s, such as the EphraimPalais and Knoblauchhaus. Both have changing exhibits
related to Berlin.QG-3, Nikolaikirchplatz, Mitte, MU
Klosterstrae, www.stadtmuseum.de.
POTSDAMER PLATZ
Once a busy intersection at the modern heart of a thriving
metropolis, Potsdamer Platz was heavily damaged in the
war, and suered again when most remaining buildings
were demolished to make way for the Walls death strip.
Hotel and oce skyscrapers now add a cosmopolitan
edge to the city, while to the east Leipziger Platz is
almost rebuilt. The most popular public space and
architectural attraction is the Sony Center, with its huge
atrium and tent-like roof, best viewed at night for its
impressive lighting. The neighbouring DaimlerChrysler
complex holds architecture by Renzo Piano and Richard
Rogers, and the Arkaden shopping mall.QE/F-4, MS/U
Potsdamer Platz.
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REICHSTAG
The name together with its monumental size make most
people associate Germanys neoclassical parliamentary
building with the Nazis, but they have little history here. After
hosting parliamentary sessions since 1894, it was set on re
just one month after Hitler was appointed chancellor in
January 1933. It was a conference centre in the years during
which it abutted the Wall, while later artist Christo famously
wrapped it in cloth. It was used as parliament again after a
reunited German government returned to Berlin in 1999.
Renovated by Sir Norman Foster, this building is perhaps
the most public federal building in the world through its
glass dome. On the rooftop, photographs documenting
the buildings history circle the rim above the parliament
chamber. Two ramps spiral up the side of the dome,
an engineering feat even more fascinating than the
panoramic view from the top. Its best to book an entry
time to the dome or for the 90-minute guided tour of
the building in advance online; otherwise queue up
for remaining places at the visitor centre just across the
road. Photo ID is required.QF-3, Platz der Republik 1,
Tiergarten, MU Bundestag, www.bundestag.de/
htdocs_e/visits. Open 08:00 - 23:00 Prebooked rooftop
access every 15 minutes. Guided tours at 09:00, 10:30,
12:00, 13:30, 15:30, 17:00, 18:30, 20:00. Admission free.
CHURCHES
BERLINER DOM
The fourth incarnation of this Protestant church dating from
1905 might not look as massive if the Stadtschloss were
still standing across Unter den Linden (the GDR regime
demolished the castle in 1951). The royal Hohenzollern
dynasty worshipped and was buried here. The climb up
to the domes rim is forgiving, with broad staircases, side
exhibit rooms and good views.QG-3, Am Lustgarten,
Mitte, MS Hackescher Markt, tel. +49 30 20 26 91 36,
www.berlinerdom.de. Open 09:00 - 20:00, Sun 12:00 20:00 Oct-March open until 19:00. Admission 7/4.
DEUTSCHER DOM
The baroque German Church from 1701 was completed
with an impressive domed tower in 1785; badly damaged
by re in the war it was only renovated in the 1980s.
Owned by the state, the bare interior now houses an
exhibition about the development of parliamentarian
democracy in Germany - and how it came to fail so tragically
in the last century. Be sure to see the views from the windows
and the impressive building models on the top oor. Free
tours in English are possible throughout the day; no booking
is required for individual visitors.QF-3, Gendarmenmarkt
1, Mitte, MU Stadtmitte, tel. +49 30 22 73 04 31, www.
bundestag.de/kulturundgeschichte/ausstellungen/
wege. Open 10:00 - 19:00. Closed Mon. Admission free.

FRANZSISCHER DOM
The northernmost domed tower in the Gendermenmarkts
grand architectural triptych dates back to 1785, and
similarly to its counterpart was badly damaged in the
war. It now has regular concerts in the simple baroque
Friedrichstadtkirche church to the rear. Enter from the
other side for the Huguenot museum (in German and
French only), dedicated to the thousands of French
protestants who moved to Berlin in the 17th century.
Yet another entrance leads to the viewing balcony at 40
metres above street level, with great views all around.
QF-3, Gendarmenmarkt 5, Mitte, MU Stadtmitte, tel.
+49 30 20 64 99 22, www.franzoesischer-dom.de. Open
12:00-17:00, viewing balcony 10:00-19:00, closed Mon.
Admission 2/1, viewing balcony 2.50/1.
MEMORIALS
FHRERBUNKER
One lonely signpost mark the site where Hitler committed
suicide on April 30, 1945. For the last month of his life, Hitler
lived roughly eight meters below ground in an air-raid
shelter topped by a four-metre-thick, reinforced concrete
ceiling. The unremarkable spot can be reached by walking
to the end of In den Ministergrten, o Ebertstrae. A
parking area surrounded by a pre-fabricated apartment
complex covers the location, which was entirely sealed o
during the complexs construction in 1988-89. The bunker
was once accessed through the Festsaal (ballroom) behind
the Reichskanzler-Palais on Wilhelmstrae.QF-3, In den
Ministergrten, Mitte, MS/U Potsdamer Platz.
MEMORIAL TO THE MURDERED JEWS
OF EUROPE
This bluntly named memorial avoids any vagueness
surrounding the term Holocaust. Six million Jews are
estimated to have been killed by the Nazis and this site
serves as Germanys national memorial to those victims. The
design by American architect Peter Eisenmann is a eld of
2,700 concrete stelae, or pillars, of varying height, creating
an undulating landscape that lls two city blocks. The
memorial has an undergound information centre which is
not suitable for children.QF-3, Cora-Berliner-Strae 1,
Mitte, MS/U Brandenburger Tor, tel. +49 30 26 39 43 36,
besucherservice@stiftung-denkmal.de, www.stiftungdenkmal.de. Information centre open 10:00-20:00, OctMar 10:00-19:00. Closed Mon. Admission free.
MUSEUMS
BLACK BOX COLD WAR
The exhibition at Checkpoint Charlie discusses the state of
the world during the Cold War, explaining the global links
between the Berlin Wall, the Korean War and the Cuban
missile crisis. Along the street a free gallery of photos and
texts highlights the main events that took place here.
QF-4, Friedrichstrae 47, Mitte, tel. +49 30 216 35
71, info@bfgg.de, www.bfgg.de. Open 10:00 - 18:00.
Admission 5/3,50.
Mitte
Schtzenstr. 70 | Berlin-Mitte
(Nhe Checkpoint Charlie)
www.currywurstmuseum.com
Anfahrt | Directions
U6 (Kochstr. | Checkpoint Charlie)
U6 / U2 (Stadtmitte)
EINE AUSSTELLUNG ZUM

ANFASSEN. (AUS)PROBIEREN. MITMACHEN.
TOUCHING. TESTING. TAKE PART.
DEUTSCHES CURRYWURST MUSEUM

According to the myth, currywurst is Berlins very own fastfood creation. A spicy sausage snack that rst became popular
in the late 1940s, these days currywurst can be found at train
stations and street corners across the city. This quirky museum
explains the colourful history of this culinary creation. Theres a
shop with sausage accessories and you can taste currywurst
too.QF-4, Schtzenstrae 70, Mitte, MU Stadtmitte, tel.
+49 30 88 71 86 47, www.currywurstmuseum.com. Open
10:00 - 20:00. Admission 11/8,50, Mon 20% less.
DAIMLER CONTEMPORARY BERLIN
Inside the Haus Huth, the last remaining pre-war building on
Potsdamer Platz, selected works from the Daimler companys
art collection is presented in four well-curated exhibitions per
year. The collection has mainly abstract artworks from the 20th
century until now, and a few of the larger sculptures are on
permanent display in the streets around the museum.QE-4, Alte
Potsdamer Strae 5, Tiergarten, tel. +49 30 25 94 14 20, www.
sammlung.daimler.com. Open 11:00 - 18:00. Admission free.
DAL - THE EXHIBITION AT POTSDAMER PLATZ
The Spanish master of surreal, Salvador Dal, left a rich
heritage of amazing artworks when he went to moltenwatch land himself. Over 450 exhibits can be viewed at
this permanent exhibition near Postdamer Platz. See true
genius and craftsmanship in the many paintings, sketches,
books, lms, objects, and documents that are on show here.
English-language tours can be booked in advance.QF-4,
Leipziger Platz 7, Mitte, MS/U Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49
700 32 54 23 75 46, www.daliberlin.de. Open 12:00 20:00, Sun 10:00 - 20:00. Admission 12,50/9,50, tours 7.
DEUTSCHES HISTORISCHES MUSEUM
The imperial Zeughaus - a pretty, pink, early 18th century
arsenal building by the Spree - houses the impressive
German History Museum. The 7000 objects in the main
building illustrate the best and worst episodes of Germanys
history, and there are regularly changing exhibitions in the
dazzling extension by architect I.M. Pei. You can rent an audio
tour set for 3 or join the English-language highlights tour on
Saturdays at 13:00.QF-3, Unter den Linden 2, Mitte, MS
Hackescher Markt, tel. +49 30 20 30 40, www.dhm.de.
Open 10:00 - 18:00. Admission 8/4. Under 18 free.
KUNSTHALLE
The private collection of the Deutsche Bank contains
works by world-renowned contemporary artists; regularly changing temporary exhibitions show selected
works in this space on Unter den Linden designed by
Richard Gluckman. The annual artist of the year exhibition focuses on one young artist. Theres a nice ArtCaf
and shop too. There are free tours every day, several
on Monday between 11:00-19:00.QF-3, Unter den
Linden 13-15, Mitte, MU Franzsische Strae, tel.
+49 30 202 09 30, www.deutsche-bank-kunsthalle.
com. Open 10:00 - 20:00. Admission 4/3, Monday &
under 18 free. Free guided tours at 18:00.
EXHIBITION BLACKBOX COLD WAR

Checkpoint Charlie
Friedrichstrae 47 / corner Zimmerstrae | 10117 Berlin-Mitte
Daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Visitors service info@bfgg.de
More information www.zentrum-kalter-krieg.de
HERE, CONTEMPORARY HISTORY COMES ALIVE

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MUSEUMSINSEL
The cluster of majestic nineteenth century neoclassic
buildings on the tip of the island in the Spree oers
the avid or the temperate museum-goer a number of
impressive collections of art, history and ethnology,
covering many facets of ancient and oriental culture, as
well as their cross-overs into modernity.
ALTE NATIONALGALERIE
Czanne, Rodin, Monet, Degas and Liebermann are
some of the artists whose works hang around this
museum of 19th-century art. The temple-like structure
itself was built in 1876, and is surrounded by a beautifully
battered colonnade.QG-3, Bodestrae 1-3, Mitte, MS
Hackescher Markt, tel. +49 30 266 42 42 42, www.
smb.museum. Open 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 20:00.
Closed Mon. Admission 10/5.
ALTES MUSEUM
This neoclassic building by Prussias star architect
Schinkel was custom-made in 1830 for the art collection
of the royal Hohenzollerns. Classical antiquities were
the focus, and today the museum uses pottery and
sculptures to take you on a well-presented tour through
ancient Etruscan, Greek and Roman history.QG-3, Am
Lustgarten, Mitte, MS Hackescher Markt, tel. +49 30
GEDENKSTTTE BERLINER MAUER
The excellent national memorial site for the divided Germany
has a documentation centre covering the Berlin Walls history
in text, slides and dramatic lm footage. An unscathed section
of Wall runs along the street; walk behind it to peer through a
crack in the Hintermauer rear wall to see a preserved section
of death strip as it looked in the 1980s, complete with a patrol
road, wires and a watchtower. Nearby, the wooden Chapel
of Reconciliation is built on the spot of a church demolished
to make way for the border defences. Walk on towards
Mauerpark for several more open-air exhibitions.QF-2,
Bernauer Strae 111 & 119, Mitte, MS Nordbahnhof, tel.
+49 30 467 98 66 66, infoberliner-mauer-gedenkstaette.
de,
www.berliner-mauer-gedenkstaette.de.
Open
09:30-19:00, Nov-Mar 09:30-18:00. Mon closed (outdoor
exhibition open 24hrs). Admission free.
266 42 42 42, www.smb.museum. Open 10:00 - 18:00,

Thu 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Mon. Admission 10/5.
NEUES MUSEUM
Built in 1855, damaged in the war and only restored
in 2009, the New Museum is new again and is full of
ancient art. The excellent Egyptian Museum and Papyrus
Collection are housed here, with spectacular nds
such as the famous busts of Queen Nefertiti and King
Echnaton. The Pre- and Early History collection has nds
from ancient Troy and Lycopolis to medieval Germany.
One room exhibits eleven rediscovered statues that were
considered to be degenerate art by the Nazis.QG-3,
Bodestrae 1-3, Mitte, MS Hackescher Markt, tel. +49
30 266 42 42 42, www.smb.museum. Open 10:00 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 20:00. Admission 12/6.
PERGAMON MUSEUM
The Pergamon museum is undergoing major
renovations, with the north wing and the hall with
the famous Pergamon Altar closed until 2019. Visitors
can still see the market gate of Miletus, the amazing
blue-tiled Ishtar Gate and processional way from
Babylon, and the museum of Islamic Art.QG-3, Am
Kupfergraben, Mitte, MS Hackescher Markt, tel.
+49 30 266 42 42 42, www.smb.museum. Open
10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 20:00. Admission 12/6.
GEMLDEGALERIE
Berlins largest art museum has 72 rooms full of works spanning
the 13th to 18th centuries. German masters include Drer,
Cranach the Elder, and Holbein; the Italians are represented by
Botticelli, Titian, Raphael. The Dutch rooms are especially good
with a Vermeer and the worlds largest Rembrandt collection.
QE-4, Matthikirchplatz 8, Tiergarten, MS/U Potsdamer
Platz, tel. +49 30 266 42 42 42, service@smb.museum,
www.smb.museum. Open 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 22:00.
Closed Mon. Admission 8/4.
HAMBURGER BAHNHOF
Berlins wonderful modern art museum is situated in a
converted train station. Its well worth a visit by those curious
about the expressiveness of a sculpture made of animal fat
(Joseph Beuys) or urban dwellers xated by bars of neon
Mitte
asisi Panorama Berlin
Friedrichstrae 205
10117 Berlin
Checkpoint Charlie
Tickets and Service

+49(0)341.35 55 34 0
service@asisi.de
Free Guided Tours

Thursdays 11.30 a.m.
in English for Berlin
discoverers
Opening hours
daily from 10 a.m.
to 6 p.m.
Getting there
U6 Kochstrae
U2 Stadtmitte
M29 Kochstrae
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At Checkpoint Charlie
In cooperation with
lighting (Dan Flavin). Andy Warhol and Marcel Duchamp are

the other familiar stars of this post-1960s collection.QE-2,
Invalidenstrae 50-51, Mitte, MS/U Hauptbahnhof,
tel. +49 30 39 78 34 11, hbf@smb.spk-berlin.de, www.
hamburgerbahnhof.de. Open 10:00 - 18:00, Sat 11:00 20:00, Sun 11:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Admission 10/5.
MUSEUM FR FILM UND FERNSEHEN
Hooray for Hollywood, but remember that some of the
personalities that gave it glamour and style came from
Germany. Actors Marlene Dietrich and Peter Lorre, directors
Billy Wilder and Josef von Sternberg came out of a country
with a strong lm-making tradition. Photo stills, footage, set
designs and costumes provide glimpses of the familiar, and
exhibits on Leni Riefenstahls shooting of Olympia (1936)
and Nazi entertainment cq propaganda lms will impress
seen-that lm bus. The museum ends with special eects
and science ction.QE-4, Potsdamer Strae 2 (Sony
Center), Tiergarten, MS/U Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49 30
300 90 30, www.deutsche-kinemathek.de. Open 10:00 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Mon Admission 6/4,5.
MUSEUM FR NATURKUNDE
All the wonders of nature under one roof; a grand collection
illustrating the evolution of life as well as the diversity and
beauty of nature. The largest mounted dinosaur in the world
towers over visitors in the main hall, and elsewhere theres
the aardvarks, the early 20th-century dioramas, meteorites,
the most famous fossil of Earth history (the ancient bird
Archaeopteryx lithographica), giant shells and the gorilla Bobby
from the primates hall.QF-2, Invalidenstrae 43, Mitte, MU
Naturkundemuseum, tel. +49 30 20 93 85 91, info@mfnberlin.de, www.naturkundemuseum-berlin.de. Open 09:30 18:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Admission 6/3,50.
WALL PANORAMA
The round structure near Checkpoint Charlie houses an incredibly
detailed 60 by 15 metre panoramic painting of the Berlin Wall
and its scruy surroundings as it looked in the mid-1980s. Artist
Yadegar Asisi has captured the everyday banality of the Wall with
fascinating small scenes of life, on both sides of the divide. English
tour Thu 11:30.QF-4, Friedrichstrae 205, Mitte, tel. +49 34 13
55 53 40, www.asisi.de. Open 10:00 - 18:00. Mid-July to midSept 10:00-19:00, Fri-Sun 10:00-20:00. Admission 10/8.
VIEWPOINTS
FERNSEHTURM (TV TOWER)
The skewered disco ball on the tower peering over
rooftops certainly brings a level of humour to Berlins
skyline. The 368-metre television broadcast tower,
completed in 1969, 70m higher than the Eiel tower and
the tallest building in Germany, has an observation deck
and the Sphere restaurant with a rotating oor. Photos
point out the landmarks for you.QG-3, Panoramastrae
1a, Mitte, MS/U Alexanderplatz, www.tv-turm.de.
Admission 12/8.
Shopping
DEPARTMENT STORES
ALEXA CENTRE
A mall at the eastern end of Alexanderplatz square, with
ve oors and 180 shops, restaurants and cafs. Theres a
massive kids area with a cinema and the LOXX model train
exhibition.QG-3, Grunerstrae 20 (Alexanderplatz),
Mitte, MS/U Alexanderplatz, tel. +49 30 269 34 00,
www.alexacentre.com. Open Mon-Sat 10:00-21:00,
lower level from 08:00. Food court also open Sun 11:0019:00. LOXX open daily 10:00-19:00.
Hotels
OVER 200
ADLON KEMPINSKI
The reconstructed, historic Adlon hotel has views of
the Brandenburger Tor and Under den Linden, unfussy
1920s-style rooms with cherry wood, black marble
and rich fabrics, and the sta provides impeccable
service. Often voted the best hotel in Germany and even
Europe, this is in fact the only place to sleep in Berlin.
QF-2, Unter den Linden 77, Mitte, MU Unter den
Linden, tel. +49 30 226 10, adlon@kempinski.com,
www.hotel-adlon.de. 375 rooms (304 singles 240
- 379, 304 doubles 216 - 478, 78 suites 531 - 7100).
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HILTON
Maybe its the excellent breakfast and not the privileged
view on Gendarmenmarkt that keeps guests coming back.
The formal rooms are supplemented by good restaurants
and exotic spa treatments.QF-2, Mohrenstrae 30,
Mitte, MU Stadtmitte, tel. +49 30 202 30, info.berlin@
hilton.com, www.hilton.com. 591 rooms (singles
145 - 345, doubles 145 - 345, suites 220 - 1145).
Breakfast extra. PHARUFLEGKDC
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HOTEL DE ROME
Overlooking Bebelplatz, this top-class hotel occupies a
magnificent former bank building from 1889. Wooden
panelling, marble and even shrapnel damage pervade
the high-ceilinged lobby and rooms, and the banks
vault is now a 20-metre pool.QF-3, Behrenstrae
37, Mitte, MS/U Brandenburger Tor, tel. +49 30
460 60 90, info.derome@roccofortecollection.com,
www.hotelderome.com. 146 rooms (103 singles
395 - 495, 103 doubles 395 - 495, 43 suites 595
- 4100).
PANORAMAPUNKT
Radisson BLU Hotel
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PANORAMAPUNKT
It takes just 20 seconds on Europes fastest elevator to
get shot up to Berlins best viewpoint, on the 24th and
25th oor of this red brick skyscraper. Architect Hans
Kollho s magnicent 1930s-inspired building refers to
New Yorks skyscraping glory days but also resembles
the Berlin bear, complete with a golden crown. On
the top oors theres a short lm and an exhibition
about the amazing history of Potsdamer Platz square,
which went from a world-class entertainment district
to a Wall-divided wasteland and back again within a
generation. The caf and rooftop terrace oer great
close-up views of Berlins highlights: Brandenburger Tor,
the Holocaust memorial, Unter den Linden, the former
Wall zone and Tiergarten park.QE-4, Potsdamer Platz
1, Tiergarten, MS/U Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49 30
25 93 70 80, www.panoramapunkt.de. Open 10:0020:00, Nov-Mar 10:00-18:00. Admission 6,50/5,
family ticket 15,50.
MARRIOTT
Ten floors of superb rooms and conference facilities
overlooking the Platz. The lobby has a serenely spinning
3-tonne black granite globe, and the copper facade of
one wall plays an unearthly light show. That plus a
wellness centre and a classic Art Deco New York bar
and grill make this one of Berlins finest hotels.QE-4,
Inge-Beisheim-Platz 1, Mitte, MS/U Potsdamer
Platz, tel. +49 30 22 00 00, www.marriott.com. 379
rooms (350 singles 159 - 219, 350 doubles 159 219, 9 suites 350 - 1200, 80 executive room 199
- 259). Breakfast extra. PHAFLGKDC
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RADISSON BLU HOTEL
Overlooking the river Spree and the Berliner Dom
right in the city centre, the dazzling highlight of the
Radisson Blu is the towering million-litre aquarium
in the hotel lobby, with 2,500 tropical fish. The rooms
and conference facilities are modern and bright, and
theres a good spa and swimming pool, and the HEat
restaurant with its rotisserie, pizza and tandoori ovens.
QG-3, Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 3, Mitte, MS Hackescher
Markt, tel. +49 30 23 82 80, info.berlin@radissonblu.
com, www.radissonblu.com/hotel-berlin. 427 rooms
(405 doubles 155 - 380, 21 suites 375 - 675,
1 Nikolai suite 700 - 1200). PHUFVGK
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Mitte
RITZ-CARLTON
A gilt-edged hotel with superlative services, gourmet
dining and fake marble Corinthian columns lining
a sweeping staircase in the lobby. The classic dark
wooden bar opens with a ceremony every evening at
18:00 and serves over 400 ne fruit brandies.QE/F-4,
Potsdamer Platz 3, Mitte, MS/U Potsdamer Platz,
tel. +49 30 33 77 77, berlin@ritzcarlton.com, www.
ritzcarlton.com. 302 rooms (singles 250 - 360, doubles
280 - 440, 40 suites 330 - 5000). Breakfast extra.
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WESTIN GRAND
Enviably well-located and used in GDR times for Party
bigwigs, the Westin is classically furnished, with a copy of the
Adlons marble staircase situated in the lobby, a round pool,
an upmarket restaurant and suites with butler service.QF-3,
Friedrichstrae 158-164, Mitte, MS/U Friedrichstrae,
tel. +49 30 202 70, info@westin-grand.com, www.
westin.com/berlin. 358 rooms (25 singles 136 - 350, 273
doubles 136 - 375, suites 379 - 930, 15 junior suites
279 - 565, 1 presidential suite 986 - 1930). Breakfast
extra. PHARUFLGKDC hhhhh
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150-200
MANDALA
Excellent rooms and apartments for both short and longterm stays. The Potsdamer Platz hotel location has great
views over Tiergarten park and hosts the top-notch Facil
restaurant and Qiu lounge; the suites at Friedrichstrae 185190 are close to all the action.QE-4, Potsdamer Strae 3,
Tiergarten, MS/U Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49 30 59 00 00
00, welcome@madison-berlin.de, www.themandala.
de. 157 rooms (157 suites 130 - 5800). Breakfast extra.
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HONIGMOND & GARDEN HOTELS
Two meticulously restored buildings with sparsely
furnished rooms with original wooded oors makes for
a homey feel. The nearby Garden Hotel dependence
(Invalidenstrae 122) has a garden with a lawn and goldsh
pond for frolicking around in summer.QF-2, Tieckstrae
12, Mitte, MS Nordbahnhof, tel. +49 30 284 45 50,
info@honigmond.de, www.honigmond.de. 24 rooms
(singles 95 - 155, doubles 125 - 225). AG
PARK INN BERLIN ALEXANDERPLATZ
Towering 40 stories over Alexanderplatz, Germanys thirdlargest hotel is as central as it gets. Business rooms are all
renovated and stocked with a coeemaker and ironing
board. By far the best choice for the direction-impaired.
QG-3, Alexanderplatz 7, Mitte, MS/U Alexanderplatz,
tel. +49 30 238 90, berlin.hotel@rezidorparkinn.com,
www.parkinn-berlin.com. 1012 rooms (318 singles
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Friedrichshain
Friedrichshain is a lively old workers district that has
completely been taken over by rad nightlife venues, grati
and leftist students moaning about Touris encroaching on
their favourite watering holes. Tree-lined Simon-Dach-Strae
is full of cafs and bars, while Boxhagener Platz hosts the
popular Sunday eamarket. In the former border zone along
the river, the MediaSpree development plans for oces,
apartments and skyscrapers is passionately opposed by many
vocal locals who fear theyll lose public access to the river. This
chapter also includes suburban sights east of Friedrichshain.
Restaurants & Cafs

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KEULE
Keule, pronounced coy-ler and berlinerisch for bro,
is an authentic corner in an increasingly international
district. It serves regional cuisine classics such as
soljanka soup, a hefty farmers breakfast, traditional
pork knuckle, cured smoked pork and berry compote
dessert. Later on, theres cocktails and sports
on the large screen.QSimon-Dach-Strae 22,
Friedrichshain, MS/U Warschauer Strae, tel. +49
30 22 34 55 01, www.keule-berlin.de. Open from
12:00. . AUB
GETTING THERE
From Mitte, hop on a train to S/U-Bahn station Warschauer
Strae, or to U-Bahn station Frankfurter Tor. From
Nordbahnhof or Prenzlauer Berg catch the M10 tram,
known as the party tram at night.
SCHNEEWEISS
Schneewei is extremely stylish, very popular, and
very, very white. The delicious Alpine and new German
cuisine on the menu here is easily a match for the
chic interior, which has won accolades for its fantastic
design. This is the place to go if youre looking for a fullon dining experience, not just food.QSimplonstrae
16, Friedrichshain, MS/U Warschauer Strae, tel.
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POCKET WALK: FRIEDRICHSHAIN

Get o the S- or U-Bahn at Warschauer Strae; enjoy the city
panorama from the bridge and glance back at the dainty
red-brick Oberbaumbrcke bridge before heading north into
the district. Turn right on Revaler Strae and left on SimonDach-Strae for Friedrichshains most touristy stretch of bars
and cafs. A right on Krossener Strae takes you to Boxi,
Boxhagener Platz, scene of the excellent Sunday ea market.
Walk north along Grtnerstrae and Mainzer Strae to reach
the grand Stalinist-style Frankfurter Allee. Follow this west (it
becomes Karl-Marx-Allee) and turn right onto Friedenstrae
for a stroll and a beer in Volkspark Friedrichshain.
Friedrichshain
ASIAN
MUSEUMS
GLORY DUCK
Excellent Vietnamese-style Peking duck. This gorgeous new
place serves crispy, freshly grilled duck, served with gingermango sauce, orange sauce, red curry and other toppings.
Or go for Vietnamese standards such as Pho or one of the
vegetarian options. Theres a good selection of drinks and
Asian cocktails too. The design alone is reason to drop by;
the dark Feng Shui interior has interesting perspective
lines, theres a large harbour scene on one wall and the
toilets are decorated with 13000 psychedelic stickers.QI-4,
Sonntagstrae 31, Friedrichshain, MS Ostkreuz, tel.
+49 30 63 96 53 31, www.gloryduck.de. Open 12:00 24:00, Sat, Sun 14:00 - 24:00. . AUBSW
COMPUTERSPIELEMUSEUM
Stroll through decades of computer game history, from
the 1951 Nimrod calculating robot, the legendary Pong
machine and other 1980s gaming machines to 3D
simulators. Theres a total of 300 exhibits, including rare
originals and working classics. You can try out about 24
games yourself, and have a go at Ataris huge 1977 Jumbo
Joystick.QI-3, Karl-Marx-Allee 93a, Friedrichshain,
MU Weberwiese, tel. +49 30 60 98 85 77, www.
computerspielemuseum.de. Open 10:00 - 20:00. Closed
Tue. Admission 8/5.
INTERNATIONAL
SAN DIEGO STEAKHOUSE
Great steaks and drinks at low prices with friendly service
what more does a meat-lover want? Theres a good
choice of beef and other meats, even a few vegetarian
options.QI-3, Karl-Marx-Allee 141, Friedrichshain, MU
Frankfurter Tor, tel. +49 30 42 02 37 77. Open 11:00 24:00. . TUNGBS
CUPCAKE BERLIN
The very rst thing that we learnt to bake together with our
mothers is now a fashionable little dessert snack with its
own caf dedicated to it. Try The King cupcake (with Elvis
favourite ingredients), the sweet Pretty in Pink or any of
the other 20-odd creations. Theres a good breakfast and
coee served at Cup Cake too.QJ-4, Krossener Strae 12,
Friedrichshain, MS/U Warschauer Strae, tel. +49 30 25
76 86 87, www.cupcakeberlin.de. Open 12:00 - 19:00.
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KAUFBAR
At this homey caf you can wash down your chocolate croissant
with either a coee or carafe of red wine. Excepting the wine,
you can buy everything here to-go: the lampshades, art work,
chairs and even the ashtrays. The only thing not for sale in
the Buy Bar are their board games.QJ-4, Grtnerstrae 4,
Friedrichshain, MS/U Warschauer Strae, tel. +49 30 29
77 88 25, www.kaufbar-berlin.de. Open 10:00 - 24:00, Tue,
Wed 15:00 - 24:00. TUNGBSW
MACONDO
Macondo was the setting of Garca Mrquez novel 100
Years of Solitude, and you could say that its languid tropical
atmosphere perseveres in this wonderful reading caf. Theres
old furniture to sink in to, views over the Sunday market, good
coee and original South American mate tea, sipped through
a silver straw. Bring a book, and time.QI-4, Grtnerstrae 14,
Friedrichshain, MS/U Warschauer Strae, tel. +49 30 54 73
59 43, info@mancondo-berlin.de, www.macondo-berlin.
de. Open 15:00 - 02:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 02:00. BW
MUSEUMSWOHNUNG WBS 70
Travel back to 1986 and visit a GDR workers dream property;
this mundane but much-coveted prefab Plattenbau
museum home is the last of 42,000 such apartments with all
its original ttings (drab wallpapered ceilings), appliances
(yoghurt machine, Albanian chairs) and decorations (lurid
oral patterns). The rent was 109 Marks, about 10% of the
average wage, but the colour TV cost 4,500 Marks. From the
station exit left and follow the street around the block. No
English spoken or captions; bring a local.QHellersdorfer
Strae 179, Hellersdorf, MU Cottbusser Platz, tel. +49
151 16 11 44 40. Open Sun 14:00-16:00, other days by
appointment. Admission free.
STASI MUSEUM
East Germanys State Security Service or Stasi was
responsible for intelligence gathering both at home and
abroad. It spied on its own citizens, sometimes employing
the friends, colleagues, and family of those they wished to
keep an eye on. Today, this humble museum shows the
oce of Erich Mielke, the feared Stasi minister for 32 years,
in its original dull state. Theres a video of him testifying
before a panel in 1989, symbols of Communist kitsch, and
many documents in German.QRuschestrae 103, Haus
1, Friedrichshain, MU Magdalenenstrae, tel. +49 30
553 68 54, www.stasimuseum.de. Open 11:00 - 18:00,
Sat, Sun 14:00 - 18:00. Admission 5/4. Closed until 17
Jan.
STASI PRISON
The most hard-hitting of all GDR-related museums,
the Stasi Prison shows the sheer brutality of this
dictatorship. Used by the Soviets and the GDRs secret
service to extract confessions in advance of (show)
trials, the Hohenschnhausen prison swallowed
thousands of people who underwent horric physical
and psychological torture in the chilling submarine
cell block and the interrogation rooms. A short lm is
followed by an excellent 90-minute guided tour, vividly
explaining how eciently the prison system worked,
and how nobody ever escaped. Take tram M5 from
Alexanderplatz to Freienwalder Strae and walk 600
metres.QGenslerstrae 66, tel. +49 30 98 60 82 30,
www.stiftung-hsh.de. English tours on Wed, Sat, Sun
at 14:30. Admission 5.
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Charlottenburg & the West

Follow what becomes an increasingly silken ribbon down
Kurfrstendamm (Kudamm) and the setting becomes
more genteel. West Berliners meet in the bars and cafs
branching o Savignyplatz, even if the Szene has moved
east. Nearby but isolated from the hoi polloi is Schloss
Charlottenburg, the residence of King Friedrich I. This
chapter also covers other parts of western Berlin: leafy
Wilmersdorf and Schneberg, the centre of gay Berlin
since the days of Christopher Isherwoods Berlin Stories.
Weve also included some nearby venues in Tiergarten
(ocially part of Mitte) here.
GETTING THERE
Charlottenburgs nerve centre is Zoologischer Bahnhof
station, along the main west-east raised city railway and
easily reached from Hauptbahnhof or Spandau. From heres
its a short walk to many hotels and sights, or else hop on
the M29 bus, going east along Tauentzienstrae or west
down Kurfrstendamm.
POCKET WALK: CHARLOTTENBURG
Explore Charlottenburg from Zoologischer Garten station.
Walk east past the Zoo to Breitscheidplatz for the ruins
and modern reincarnation of the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial
Church. Stroll further east down Tauentzienstrae for the
KaDeWe department store and other upmarket shops, or
head west along Kantstrae to leafy Savignyplatz for calm
cafs and rened dining, or southwest down grand old
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If downtown to you means wide, trac-lled streets,

crowds of shoppers, ve-star hotels and tall buildings,
then Charlottenburg comes closest to tting the bill in
Berlin. The Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedchtniskirche church, left
as a ruin after the war, is the nexus of activity; between
it and Zoologischer Garten station, over a billion euros is
being invested in impressive highrises, hotels and oces.
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Restaurants & Cafs
GERMAN
APRIL
This bistro is great value with a generous appetiser plate for
two and various specials. The dining is a bit more formal out
back, where tables get the white-linen treatment.QD-5,
Winterfeldstrae 56, Schneberg, MU Nollendorfplatz,
tel. +49 30 216 88 69, www.restaurant-april.com. Open
10:00 - 24:00. -. UNGBS
BAVARIUM
A Bavarian restaurant oddly located in the basement of the
Europa-Center mall by the Gedchtniskirche. Where buxom
waitresses plonk down hearty German dishes and big glasses
of Lwenbru, Radler and Franziskaner beer, to the merry tune
of oompah-music. How much more German can it get?QD-4,
Tauentzienstrae 9-12 (Europa-Center), Charlottenburg,
MU Kurfrstendamm, tel. +49 30 261 43 97, www.
bavarium-berlin.de. Open 12:00 - 24:00. . TUG
KNESE
Alt-Berliner, traditional Old Berlin cuisine, is on oer at rustic
Knese. Try the Knigsberger Klopse, meatballs with potatoes,
the pork knuckle or the calf liver with apples, onions and
potatoes for a taste of the Berlin of yesteryear at reasonable
prices. Theres also a selection of international meals and
desserts for you to tuck in to. Wash it all down with some
good South-African wine.QC-4, Knesebeckstrae 63,
Charlottenburg, MU Uhlandstrae, tel. +49 30 88 41 34 48,
www.restaurant-knese.de. Open 11:00 - 01:00. . TB
Zillemarkt
boiled potatoes), Omas Rote Grtze (a vanilla pudding with

stewed red berries), and warm apple strudel make up the
menu of traditional Alt-Berlin and Brandenburg cuisine.QD-5,
Motzstrae 61, Schneberg, MU Viktoria-Luise-Platz, tel.
+49 30 21 96 98 61, schoeneberger_weltlaterne@yahoo.
de, www.schoeneberger-weltlaterne.de. Open 17:00 24:00, Fri, Sat 17:00 - 02:00. . TEB
ZILLEMARKT
Its easy to imagine Heinrich Zille, a local artist famous for his
charming portraits of Berlins lower classes, stroll in and order a
jellied boiled pork, stued cabbage leaves or a Berliner Currywurst.
Zillemarkt serves breakfast, home-made cakes. lunch and dinner,
and you can down a Zillebru beer in the glass-ceilinged bar.
QC-4, Bleibtreustrae 48a, Charlottenburg, MS Savignyplatz,
tel. +49 30 881 70 40, info@zillemarkt.de, www.zillemarkt.de.
Open 12:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 24:00. TB
RENGER-PATZSCH
Upscale German dining with a dierence. The interior is kept
casual and simple, with all focus on the people and the food.
Serving regional cooking, you can order dishes such as sauteed
mushrooms in chervil sauce, pan-seared pike-perch and a
selection of tasty Alsatian ammekuchen.QD-5, Wartburgstrae
54, Schneberg, MU Eisenacher Strae, tel. +49 30 784 20
59, www.renger-patzsch.com. Open 18:00 - 23:30. .
SCHNEBERGER WELTLATERNE
Come back to old West Berlin at this wood-panelled tavern on
the southwest side of Viktoria-Luise-Platz. Schnitzel variations,
Berliner Eisbein (pork knuckle with pea puree, sauerkraut, and
Local cuisine
Wartburgstrae 54
Berlin - Schneberg
Open daily from 18:00
Tel. 784 20 59
www.renger-patzsch.com
Renger-Patzsch
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AUSTRIAN
OTTENTHAL
The pleasure in this intimate, classy bistro is that of fresh,
seasonal ingredients, often from the owners home town,
Ottenthal. Daily specials might include foam of goose liver
or venison pie with apple-celery salad. The portion of Wiener
Schnitzel could feed two. Service is excellent, and you can
rely on wine recommendations (the list is extensive). Wines
and other products from Ottenthal such as pumpkinseed oil,
are available for purchase. This is truly one of our favourite
spots.QC-4, Kantstrae 153, Charlottenburg, MU
Uhlandstrae, tel. +49 30 313 31 62, www.ottenthal.
com. Open 17:00 - 01:00. . VGB
Suksan
ASIAN
SUKSAN
A short stroll from West Berlins shops and sights, Suksan
is a cosy Thai restaurant decorated with ample bamboo
poles and palmleaf roofs. Drop by for the lunch specials,
or dine on spicey Thai dishes accompanied by wine or
fresh coconut milk, perhaps followed by a cocktail.QD-4,
Ansbacher Strae 4, Schneberg, MU Wittenbergplatz,
tel. +49 30 21 01 86 73, kontakt@suksan.de, www.
suksan.de. Open 12:00 - 23:00, Fri 12:00 - 24:00, Sat
16:00 - 24:00, Sun 17:00 - 23:00.
JJ
Zillemarkt
Cafhaus Restaurant
Over 100 years of

comfort and quality
Traditional German cuisine
SCHNITZELEI
Nearly as far from central Berlin as Austria, Schnitzelei is
well o the beaten track, but well worth looking up. No
tacky alpine decorations here, but a light take on the genre,
with oak patterns and subdued lighting creating a good
vibe. There are delicious schnitzels in dierent variations,
though you may also want to try the German tapas.QB-3,
Rntgenstrae 7, Charlottenburg, MU Richard-WagnerPlatz, tel. +49 30 34 70 27 78, www.schnitzelei.de. Open
16:00 - 01:00, Sat, Sun 12:00 - 01:00. . TVGBS
FINE DINING
FIRST FLOOR
A Michelin star has been the beacon over Matthias Dieters
restaurant for years now, and visiting gourmands who cant
move well after a seven-course meal make a point of staying
at the Palace. The cuisine has touches of France and the Far
East, and turbot with caviar or prawn is often on the menu.
QD-4, Budapester Strae 45, Charlottenburg, MS/U
Zoologischer Garten, tel. +49 30 25 02 10 20, www.palace.
de. Open 18:30 - 22:30. Closed Mon, Sun. . G h
HUGOS
The InterContinentals Michelin-starred French restaurant on
the 14th oor has stunning views across the park to Potsdamer
Platz. Chef Thomas Kammeiers cuisine is equally dazzling; expect
subtle creations blending ne avours in the lightest of dishes.
QD-4, Budapester Strae 2, Tiergarten, MS/U Zoologischer
Garten, tel. +49 30 26 02 12 63, www.hugos-restaurant.de.
Open 18:30 - 22:30. Closed Mon, Sun. . TUGW h
INTERNATIONAL
Mon-Fri 12:00-24:00
Sat, Sun, Holidays 10:00-24:00
Tel. 030-881 70 40
Bleibtreustr. 48a, Berlin-Charlottenburg
www.zillemarkt.de
DIEKMANN
Herr Diekmann was one of the rst to grace Berlins simple
tables with some French nesse, even if it was in what began
as a sandwich shop in 1976. Shelves and drawers of an old
Kolonialwaren store line the walls, and Diekmann still uses
French techniques to primp excellent ingredients. Always on
the menu are oysters and a selection of French cheeses.QC-4,
Meinekestrae 7, Charlottenburg, MU Uhlandstrae, tel.
+49 30 883 33 21, www.diekmann-restaurants.de. Open
12:00 - 01:00, Sun 18:00 - 01:00. . UGB

DRESSLER
A good place to go if you yearn to relive something
of Berlins roaring 1920s. Expect Art Deco wooden
paneling, large mirrors, and good bistro and proper
restaurant meals served in a very relaxed atmosphere.
The menu changes every week. Also in Mitte, at
Unter den Linden 39.QC-4, Kurfrstendamm 207,
Charlottenburg, MU Uhlandstrae, tel. +49 30 883
35 30, www.restaurant-dressler.de. Open 08:00 01:00. . UGB
DUKE
Creative international crossover meals are served in
the aptly named Ellington Hotel restaurant, set in a
dazzling 1920s building near the Kudamm. The open
kitchen allows you to watch chef cook Florian Glauert
create culinary treats.QD-4, Nrnberger Strae 50-55,
Charlottenburg, MU Wittenbergplatz, tel. +49 30 683
15 40 00, www.duke-restaurant.com. Open 11:30 23:00. -.
EINHORN
A fabulous vegetarian lunchbar, with standing space
only. Every day theres a completely dierent menu, with
European and Mediterranean as well as Arab and Asian
dishes.QC-4, Mommsenstrae 2, Charlottenburg, MU
Uhlandstrae, tel. +49 30 881 42 41, www.einhorncatering.de. Open 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Sat, Sun. .
NGS
ITALIAN
FRANCUCCIS
Francuccis kitchen churns out fresh, fresh food, with homemade pasta and bread and plenty of regional ingredients in
dishes like the veal scallop with herbs, potatoes and black
trues.QB-4, Kurfrstendamm 90, Charlottenburg, MU
Adenauerplatz, tel. +49 30 323 33 18, www.francucci.
com. Open 12:00 - 23:00. . TVGBSW
LA FORCHETTA
An upmarket restaurant well within the city limits but
overlooking lake Halensee. Only fresh Italian food is served
here, including a delicious oven baked lamb. In summer,
a romantic terrace is available.QA-5, Knigsallee 5b,
Wilmersdorf, MS Halensee, tel. +49 30 892 85 97, info@
la-forchetta-berlin.de,
www.la-forchetta-berlin.de.
Open 12:00 - 24:00. B
LOCANDA
A tiny restaurant where Gianni can be found welcoming
guests, cooking, pouring wine, serving food and washing
dishes, all the while singing along to Italian classics. The
pasta, sh and meat dishes are simple, and all simply
delicious. Ask for the three-course surprise menu.
Opposite the Schaubhne theatre.QB-4, Lehniner
Platz 2, Charlottenburg, MU Adenauerplatz, tel. +49
30 31 80 69 68. Open 10:00 - 23:00. Closed Sun. .
TNGBS
SUKSAN
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COLD WAR BERLIN
The physical division of Berlin during 28 years, and
the development of two completely separated cities
on both sides of the Wall that ran between them,
has led to huge dierences that cannot be erased in
a matter of a few years. Key sights relating to this era
are the Gedenksttte Berliner Mauer in Prenzlauer
Berg, Checkpoint Charlie in Mitte with the Haus
am Checkpoint Charlie Wall museum, BlackBox
Cold War, Wall Panorama and Stasi exhibition,
and the Trnenpalast, the former border crossing
beside Friedrichstrae station. Get insights into
daily GDR life at the DDR Museum in Mitte and the
Museumswohnung WBS 70 out in the suburbs.
ZWLF APOSTEL
The alley next to the S-Bahn tracks leads to a grand interior
with classicist decoration and angels on the walls. The
Italian food - including wood-oven pizzas - served here
is excellent, and from Monday to Friday the business
lunch options oer good value. Also at Georgenstrae 2,
under the S-Bahn track in Mitte.QC-4, Bleibtreustrae
49, Charlottenburg, MS Savignyplatz, tel. +49 30 312
14 33, www.12-apostel.de. Open 08:00 - 01:00. .
TNGBS
JAPANESE
SACHIKO SUSHI
An innovative kaiten sushi restaurant - the oldest in town,
dating back to 1995 - has little boats circling the restaurant
with some of the best sushi in town. Not afraid to serve
classic and new sushi varieties with world wines, heres
your chance to have bonito with Sauvignon Blanc, or
tuna rolls with Riesling. Beneath the railway arches.QC-3,
Jeanne-Mammen-Bogen 584, Charlottenburg, MS
Savignyplatz, tel. +49 30 313 22 82, www.sachikosushi.
com. Open 12:00 - 24:00, Sun 16:00 - 24:00. Closed Mon.
. TGBS
ORIENTAL
MAROOUSH
Egyptian-Oriental opulence with a modern twist. This
restaurant, shisha lounge and cocktail bar has decent
meze starters and Middel Eastern mains; on Friday
and Saturday the belly-dancers perform to live music.
QC-4, Knesebeckstrae 48, Charlottenburg, MU
Uhlandstrae, tel. +49 30 887 11 83 35, www.marooush.
de. Open 15:00 - 01:00. E
Samowar serves Chicken Kiev, Beef Strogano, Odessa

sh soup and many more Russian classics in a wonderful
setting with dark wood, paintings, busts and antiques. For
an extra memorable experience book the 3-course Czar
menu with borscht soup, shashlik, salmon, veal and bliny
desserts - or enjoy a tea ceremony with Russian sweets.
QLuisenplatz 3, Charlottenburg, tel. +49 30 341 41 54,
www.restaurant-samowar.de. Open From 11:00.
SPANISH
EL DORADO
Dark woods and coloured tile work make a proper setting
for this Spanish restaurant. The various steak cuts can weigh
up to a kilo. The non-red meat dishes include Moorish and
Catalan specialities and theres also tapas if you just want
to snack while watching the boulevards shoppers pass
by.QC-4, Kurfrstendamm 203-205, Charlottenburg,
MU Uhlandstrae, tel. +49 30 88 92 65 82, www.
eldorado-steakhaus.de. Open 11:00 - 02:00. . B
CAFS
CAF AM NEUEN SEE
The perfect Berlin biathlon is riding a bike through
Tiergarten park, rehydrating with beer here, and then
renting a rowboat on the adjacent lake. This caf, restaurant
and bar serves a breakfast of champions until 16:00 as
well as regional food, coee, cakes and cocktails. Food
served till 22:00.QD-4, Lichtensteinallee 2, Tiergarten,
MS/U Zoologischer Garten, tel. +49 30 254 49 30, www.
cafeamneuensee.de. Open 08:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 09:00 23:00. -. TUGB
CAF IM LITERATURHAUS
Some guests may be sporting three-piece suits, straw hats,
polished canes and freshly ued pups, but you dont have
to be all that precious about eating at this literary hangout.
Food runs from cheap sandwiches for aspiring writers
and critics, to lamb. The 19th-century building has airy
rooms that are pleasant to dine in on a sunny day.QC-4,
Fasanenstrae 23, Charlottenburg, MU Uhlandstrae,
tel. +49 30 887 2860, literaturhaus@literaturhaus-berlin.
de, www.literaturhaus-berlin.de. Open 10:00 - 17:00. .
GB
RUSSIAN
CAFE KALWIL
A cosy and straight-friendly caf in gay old Schneberg.
Pink sofas and antique tables are arranged below glittering
chandeliers, overlooked by a dozen portraits of strapping
moustachioed men. Theres fair trade coee, quality
teas, cakes by Wunderkuchen, sandwiches, light meals
and more.QD-4/5, Motzstrae 30, Schneberg, MU
Nollendorfplatz, tel. +49 30 23 63 88 18. Open 09:00 22:00. . ABW
SAMOWAR
Berlins oldest Russian restaurant can ttingly be found
in Charlottenburg, the district that has been popular
with Russian visitors and immigrants for over a century.
GRENANDER MORNING GLORY

Pastries, muns, croissants and rolls lie in waiting at
the counter of this modern, earth-tone caf. Great for

breakfast, lunch or indeed something else to glorify your
morning.QD-4, Wittenbergplatz 3a, Schneberg,
MU Wittenbergplatz, tel. +49 30 75 52 77 21, www.
grenander.de. Open 08:00 - 22:00. . TUGBS
Nightlife
BARS
GREEN DOOR
This dimly-lit, cool bar doesnt take itself too seriously. An
undulating wall with a recessed shelf for drinks leads to an
improbable end of Gingham-checked wallpaper. A padded,
green leather door protects those prone to bumping into
things after a few rounds. Most of the crowd is thirty and
up, and quite steady on their feet.QD-5, Winterfeldstrae
50, Schneberg, MU Nollendorfplatz, tel. +49 30 215
25 15, www.greendoor.de. Open 18:00 - 03:00, Fri, Sat
18:00 - 04:00.
HEFNER
The most happening spot on Savignyplatz is this cool
cocktail bar on the corner with Kantstrae. Though the
lengthy cocktail menu includes all the favourites, Hefner
prides itself on having the best selection of Martini
cocktails in Berlin.QC-4, Kantstrae 146, Charlottenburg,
MU Savignyplatz, tel. +49 30 31 01 75 20, www.hefnerberlin.de. Open 16:00 - 03:00, Sat 13:00 - 03:00. NB
ZWIEBELFISCH
The name Zwiebelsch is, among other things, the term
used by printers to label a single letter that rebels and
appears in a font unlike the letters around it. Aging, but
still-kicking liberals come here to rest the weight of their
youthful ideals and trade wisecracks with long-time owner
Hartmut Volmerhaus. Jazz or classic music is piped in, and
a selection of papers and magazines helps stretch out
the beer or coee. Hot meals, like goulash and Swabian
Maultaschen are served up until 03:00. The tall tables
abutting the bar are a brilliantly social arrangement.QC-4,
Savignyplatz 7-8, Charlottenburg, MS Savignyplatz, tel.
+49 30 312 73 63, www.zwiebelfisch-berlin.de. Open
12:00 - 06:00. -. NBSW
Caf im Literaturhaus
WEST BERLIN REVIVAL
After the Second World War, the western half of Berlin

found itself in a very curious situation. This group of city
suburbs, which included the chic shopping and theatre
district of Charlottenburg, was suddenly declared a
separate entity from the eastern part of the city, which
included the entire city centre district. After the fall of
the Wall, West Berlin went through a tough decade of
reorientation, as investment and visitors headed east
to the original city centre. Now however, the West is
undergoing something of a revival. Next to the newly
renovated Gedchtniskirche stands the gleaming
new Waldorf Astoria, overlooking the revolutionary
Bikini Berlin concept mall and the linked 25hours
Hotel Bikini Berlin. Just across the tracks, the C/O
Berlin photo gallery opened last autumn.
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PUBS
THE HARP
A well-established Irish pub serving all the usual pub
grub favourites as well as soups, salads and a range of
homemade burgers. On tap theres Guinness, Kilkenny,
and a choice of German beers. You can expect major
sports events to be beamed on screens, and theres
quiz nights and live music too. The pub can be booked
for special occasions.QB-4, Giesebrechtstrae 15,
Charlottenburg, MU Adenauerplatz, tel. +49 30
22 32 87 35, info@harp-pub.de, www.harp-pub.
de. Mon-Fri from 15:00, Sat, Sun from 10:00. -.
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Irish Harp
German, Irish and international cuisine

Thursdays fun-quiz in German & English
Fridays and Saturdays live music from 21:00
Live sports events on big screens!
See our website for the event calendar
UNION JACK
A corner of Scottish highland in the heart of Berlin,
this whisky pub is one of Berlins first true pubs and
continues to draw the punters in with a collection
of 401 whiskys (from the best Scottish and Irish
brands to Canadian and Japanese bourbon) and
various English and Irish beers. Solid food is
available too home made snacks and and Walkers
crisps.QC-4, Schlterstrae 15, Charlottenburg,
MS Savignyplatz, tel. +49 30 312 55 57, www.
unionjack-berlin.de. Open 19:00 - open end. Closed
Sun Open from 19:00. Sun closed.
Open Monday Friday from 31 pm

Saturday & Sunday from 10 am
Giesebrechtstrae 15 // Berlin-Charlottenburg
info@harp-pub.de 1 www.harp-pub.de
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Sightseeing
LANDMARKS
OLYMPIC STADIUM
The Olympic Stadium was originally built under the
direction of architect Werner March to host the 1936
Olympic Games. A good example of bombastic fascist
architecture, its size never fails to impress. The most
striking changes are the blue track and the seemingly
oating roof whose translucent skin oers shelter for
almost all of the 75,000 seats. On non-event days you
can visit the stadium using a multi-language audioguide,
or on an hour-long guided tour.QOlympischer Platz 3,
Charlottenburg, MS/U Olympiastadion, tel. +49 30
25 00 23 22, tour@olympiastadion-berlin.de, www.
olympiastadion-berlin.de. Open 09:00 - 19:00 June mid-Sep open until 20:00, Nov - mid-Mar 10:00-16:00.
Admission 7/5.
SCHLOSS CHARLOTTENBURG
The largest royal residence in Berlin, named for Prussias
rst queen. Though it began as a modest summer palace
in 1695, todays version, distinguished by its 505-meter
facade and central tower, took its nal form in 1790.
You can take a guided or audiotour of the luxurious
and largely Rococo and Baroque apartments where an
eye-glazing number of royal Friedrichs and Wilhelms
resided. Also here is the largest collection of 18th century
French painting outside France, plus a beautiful Baroque
garden, mausoleum, and Belvedere teahouse with a
porcelain exhibition. Take bus M45 from Wagner-Platz or
Zoologischer Bahnhof.QA-3, Spandauer Damm 20-24,
Charlottenburg, MU Richard-Wagner-Platz, tel. +49
30 32 09 14 40, www.spsg.de. Open 10:00-18:00; NovMar 10:00-17:00; Mon closed. New Wing 10:00-18:00,
Tues closed. Admission 12/8, New Wing 6/5. Photo
permit 3.
CHURCHES
GEDCHTNISKIRCHE
The ruined Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, a stark reminder of wartime destruction, is West Berlins landmark
attraction. Kept as an open wound, the severe acknowledgement of Germanys culpability is declared on a
plaque: The tower of the old church serves as a remembrance of Gods judgement, which befell our people during the war years. The 1895 church was once a symbol of
national pride: even synagogues contributed to its funding. Inside is a gilded mosaic of the Hohenzollern dynasty.
The modern chapel and bell tower beside it were completed in 1961, and are worth entering on sunny days for
the amazing blue stained glass windows. Concerts take
place every week, many of them free.QD-4, Breitscheidplatz, Charlottenburg, MU Kurfrstendamm, tel. +49
30 218 50 23, www.gedaechtniskirche-berlin.de. Open
09:00-19:00.
PARKS AND GARDENS

TIERGARTEN
This 255 hectare park full of paths, meadows, and
waterways is the most genteel of Berlins parks, but its
still a ne place for jogging, football, a picnic barbecue,
or nude sunbathing (weather permitting). The Siegessule
(Victory Column) that stood in front of the Reichstag from
1873 until 1938 now serves as a roundabout and lookout
point in the middle of the park. The parks caf and beer
garden, Caf am Neuensee, is at the southwestern end.
QC/D/E-3/4.
Hotels
OVER 200
DAS STUE
The luxurious, family-owned living room hotel, set in the
1930s Danish embassy building, attracts an interesting mix
of creatives and business visitors. The 1920s-style bar and
many rooms overlook the zoo, with ostriches and antelopes
peering back at you. The rooms and grand suites are spread
across the old and new wings, adorned with beautiful
wooden and copper details. A small pool can be found
in the spa area, and theres the rst-class Cinco restaurant.
QD-4, Drakestrae 1, Tiergarten, MU Wittenbergplatz,
tel. +49 30 311 72 20, www.das-stue.com. 80 rooms (70
doubles from 200, 20 suites 290-740). PHUF
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INTERCONTINENTAL
Near transport options, the Zoo and Tiergarten park,
the InterContinental oers quiet nights in modern and
spacious rooms, and conference facilities with intelligent
business solutions. After work, theres gourmet food
at Hugos and live music at the Marlene Bar. Further
relaxation options can be found in the large spa
complex, with several saunas and tness facilities.QD-4,
Budapester Strae 2, Tiergarten, MS/U Zoologischer
Garten, tel. +49 30 260 20, berlin@interconti.com,
www.interconti.com. 558 rooms (498 singles 165 350, 498 doubles 170 - 400, 60 suites 215 - 2500).
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KEMPINSKI BRISTOL
The elite Kempinski and Adlon are sister properties, but
this is where well-travelled regulars feel more at home
- out of the limelight, but still in upmarket lodgings on
a swank corner of Kudamm.QC-4, Kurfrstendamm
27, Charlottenburg, MU Uhlandstrae, tel. +49 30
88 43 40, reservations.bristol@kempinski.com, www.
kempinskiberlin.de. 301 rooms (249 singles 265 326, 249 doubles 322 - 447, 52 suites 470 - 1800).
Breakfast extra. PHARUFLGKDC
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PALACE
Near the Europa Center shops and the zoo, gourmands
feast at the First Floor restaurant and guests schmooze in
the conference rooms that include Tai-Ping carpets, oak
panelling and replaces. The staidly furnished rooms are
large.QD-4, Budapester Strae 45, Charlottenburg,
MS/U Zoologischer Garten, tel. +49 30 250 20, hotel@
palace.de, www.palace.de. 239 rooms (59 singles 200
- 300, 191 doubles 225 - 325, 32 suites 325 - 2150).
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SAVOY BERLIN
Utterly un-Berlin, this stylish Cuban-avoured abode once
made Latin-music lover David Byrne a happy guest. Who
knows who youll trade smoke rings with in the cigar shop
near the clubby Times Bar.QC-4, Fasanenstrae 9-10,
Charlottenburg, MS/U Zoologischer Garten, tel. +49 30
31 10 30, info@hotel-savoy.com, www.hotel-savoy.com.
125 rooms (45 singles 142 - 222, 62 doubles 152 - 232,
triples 192 - 272, 16 suites 202 - 292). ARFK
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SOFITEL BERLIN KURFRSTENDAMM
The 11-story, French-style Sotel impresses with sleekly
designed rooms with ne woods, contemporary art
and fantastic views from the upper oors. The curved
corner suites have sliding walls and elegant free-standing
bathtubs.QC-4, Augsburger Strae 41, Charlottenburg,
MU Kurfrstendamm, tel. +49 30 800 99 90, H9387@
sofitel.com, www.sofitel.com. 311 rooms (singles 230 280, doubles 240 - 300, 44 suites 280 - 950). Breakfast
extra.
SWISSTEL BERLIN
Every room here has a Lavazza espresso machine and suites
are cranking with Bang & Olufsen stereos. When youre
done playing in your room, downtown western Berlin
beckons. Youll never want to go home.QC-4, Augsburger
Strae 44, Charlottenburg, MU Kurfrstendamm, tel.
+49 30 22 01 00, berlin@swissotel.com, www.swissotelberlin.com. 316 rooms (219 singles 160 - 310, 219
doubles 160 - 310, 14 suites 310 - 480, 11 junior suite
260 - 410). Breakfast 21. PHARFLGD
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WALDORF ASTORIA
Berlins newest luxury hotel, 118 metres high, occupies
a prime spot near Kurfrstendamm and the Kadewe
department store in western Berlin. Honouring its grand
New York heritage, its decorated in lavish Art Deco style,
with artworks and decoration in the spacious rooms,
and a caf and bar with a 1920s Berlin theme. The library
on the 15th oor with its concierge and great views is a
comfortable place to relax. The Les Solistes restaurant run
by star chef Pierre Gagnaire oers ne dining and 650
wines.QC-4, Hardenbergstrae 28, Charlottenburg,
MS/U Zoologischer Garten, tel. +49 30 814 00 00, www.
waldorfastoriaberlin.com. 232 rooms (doubles from
250). PHAUFLGKDCwW
150-200
GRAND HOTEL ESPLANADE
Overlooking
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Kurfrstendamm and Tiergarten park, the modern
Esplanade has bright, well-furnished rooms and impresses
with a large glass-covered atrium, the Harrys New York Bar
and a sizeable spa and tness centre.QD-4, Ltzowufer
15, Tiergarten, MU Nollendorfplatz, tel. +49 30 25 47
80, www.esplanade.de. 394 rooms (singles/doubles
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BERLIN, BERLIN
Mostly known for its conference facilities, this large 1958
hotel is in a central but rather bland area just south of
Tiergarten park. The glam period lobby and restaurant
give way to comfortably furnished rooms, in a variety
of styles. Peace can be found in the summer garden
restaurant.QD-4, Ltzowplatz 17, Tiergarten, MU
Nollendorfplatz, tel. +49 30 260 50, info@hotel-berlin.
de, www.hotel-berlin.de. 701 rooms (103 singles 100
- 195, 569 doubles 100 - 245, 29 suites 220 - 900).
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BERLIN PLAZA
The Plaza has elegantly simple rooms equipped with
all modern conveniences, such as allergy-free bedlinen
and free wi-. The in-house Knese restaurant has solid
traditional Berlin cuisine, and an attractive terrace.
QC-4, Knesebeckstrae 63, Charlottenburg, MU
Uhlandstrae, tel. +49 30 88 41 30, info@plazahotel.
de, www.plazahotel.de. 131 rooms (singles 80 - 150,
doubles 79 - 180, triples 105 - 200). HLGKW
ELLINGTON HOTEL
Set in a beautiful 1920s building near Kurfrstendamm and
named after the American jazz legend, the Ellingtons rooms
have clean, understated and elegant design, with the Tower
Suites oering great views. The Duke hotel restaurant serves
up international cuisine in fabulous surroundings, and has
regular jazz brunches.QD-4, Nrnberger Strae 50-55,
Charlottenburg, MU Wittenbergplatz, tel. +49 30 68 31
50, contact@ellington-hotel.com, www.ellington-hotel.
com. 285 rooms (singles 108 - 238, doubles 118 - 248,
suites 168 - 428). PJHARUFLK
SYLTER HOF
Sylt may be a skinny island in the North Sea, but these
suites in a high-rise are fat. For the cost of a normal room in
Berlin, you get a fully equipped kitchen too (a supermarket
is across the street) and rates go down for longer stays.
QD-3, Kurfrstenstrae 114-116, Schneberg, MU
Wittenbergplatz, tel. +49 30 212 00, info@sylterhofberlin.de, www.sylterhof-berlin.de. 160 rooms (80
singles 69 - 120, 40 doubles 99 - 180, 40 suites 129
- 210). HAG hhh
Prenzlauer Berg
On a low hill northeast
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best places to soak up the atmosphere are Kollwitzplatz,
Helmholzplatz and along Kastanienallee. One of Prenzlauer
Bergs best attractions is the Kulturbrauerei culture centre,
set in a 19th-century brewery complex. This chapter also
covers some places in multicultural Wedding, just to the
west.
POCKET WALK: PRENZLAUER BERG

Start walking uphill along Kollwitzstrae from U-Bahn
station Senefelder Platz. From leafy Kollwitzplatz turn
into beautiful Husemannstrae, which was already
restored in GDR times, and left into Sredzkistrae
where youll spot the Kulturbrauerei complex ahead;
enter beside the tall chimney and wander through its
courtyards to the northern exit. Cross Danziger Strae
and amble down Lychenerstrae to pretty, caf-lined
Helmholtzplatz. Follow Raumerstrae west, turn left
down Pappelallee and cross underneath the U-Bahn
station to Eberswalder Strae; youll soon reach the
popular Mauerpark and the top end of Bernauer Strae
with its excellent Wall Memorial.
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PRECISE MYERS
Entered from a quiet courtyard, Myers is an upmarket
private hotel with smallish, classically furnished rooms
overlooking the garden. On the ground oor, a tearoom
has a pleasant summer terrace.QH-2, Metzer Strae
26, Prenzlauer Berg, MU Senefelder Platz, tel. +49
30 44 01 40, info@myershotel.de, www.myershotel.
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Restaurants & Cafs
GERMAN
DIE SCHULE
Modern and light German food on Berlins prime catwalk.
Kastanienallee, also known as casting alley, is a perfect
place to watch Berlin street style. Die Schule has a terrace
facing the street and the airy interiors belie that these
rooms used to be classrooms (hence the name). You can
have all the German food classics, and even better: you
can have them all at once: try German Kleinigkeiten, small
samples of everything the local cuisine is famous for.QG-2,
Kastanienallee 82, Prenzlauer Berg, MU Eberswalder
Strae, tel. +49 30 780 08 95 50, www.restaurant-dieschule.de. Open 11:00 - 24:00. BW
RESTAURATION 1900
Our Kollwitzplatz favourite, 1900 exhibits some fascinating
photographs of the neighbourhood before (Trabant) and
after (Smart) 1989. It serves excellent Berlin and German
food, as well as some pasta and vegetarian options.
Come on Saturday morning to watch locals shopping at
the weekly market, and on Sundays to ll up at the allyou-can-eat breakfast buet.QH-2, Husemannstrae
1, Prenzlauer Berg, MU Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49
30 442 24 94, www.restauration1900.de. Open 10:00 23:00. -. TBSW
DAILY 11.00 24.00
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ZANDER
This award-winning restaurant is a ne blend of tradition,
innovation, and casual professionalism. Using mainly
regional products, Zander serves mouth-watering German
and international cuisine and excellent wines in a stylish
and intimate setting. Though zander (pike-perch) is a house
speciality, the perfectly-composed set menus are highly
recommended.QG-2, Kollwitzstrae 50, Prenzlauer Berg,
MU Senefelder Platz, tel. +49 30 44 05 76 78, www.
zander-restaurant.de. Open 18:00 - 01:00. Closed Mon. B
FAST FOOD
KONNOPKES IMBISS
The Ziervogel family started selling their famous Wursts
in 1930. This simple shack is a convenient stop for those
spilling out of the Eberswalder Strae U-Bahn; the Imbiss
is just south, beneath the tracks. To eat your Currywurst like
a true native, order it ohne darm (without the intestine skin
wrapping).QG-1, Schnhauser Allee 44b, Prenzlauer
Berg, MU Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49 30 442 77 65,
www.konnopke-imbiss.de. Open 10:00 - 20:00, Sat
12:00 - 20:00. Closed Sun. .
INTERNATIONAL
FLEISCHLUST
A spot for those with healthy lust for esh can grill n
chill. Sta in 1930s outts serve excellent steaks, cooked
anything from blue (extremely rare) to well done. For the
undecided, theres a mixed grill, while the thirsty can delve
into the wine and cocktail menu.QH-1, Pappelallee 36,
Prenzlauer Berg, MS/U Schnhauser Allee, tel. +49 30
44 67 54 14, www.fleischlust-berlin.de. Open 17:00 open end.
Modern and light German food

on Berlins catwalk no.1
KASTANIENALLEE 82 | 10435 BERLIN
FON: (030) 78 00 89 5-50
info@restaurant-die-schule.de
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GUGELHOF
During the early bloom of Kollwitzplatzs gentrication,
the success of little Gugelhof was sealed by heads of state:
Schrder, Fischer, Albright and even Bill Clinton made
surprise visits. German, French, and Swiss dishes share
the menu; this is where to try ammekuchen, a thin-crust
Alsatian pizza. The atmosphere is lively and service is
friendly.QH-2, Knaackstrae 37, Prenzlauer Berg, MU
Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49 30 442 92 29, gugelhof@tonline.de, www.gugelhof.com. Open 16:00 - 24:00, Sat,
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ITALIAN
PIZZERIA I DUE FORNI
Atypical for Berlin, this Italian restaurant is not very chic, the
service is rather cheeky, and the whole place has the feel
of an overcrowded student canteen. But the cheap pizza is
highly praised, and the lively, convivial atmosphere of i Due
Forni is the perfect primer for a night out on the town.QG-2,
Schnhauser Allee 12, Prenzlauer Berg, MU Senefelder
Platz, tel. +49 30 44 01 73 33. Open 12:00 - 24:00. UB
TOURIST INFORMATION
PRENZLAUER BERG
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE
Prenzlauer Bergs district tourist information centre is
inside the Kulturbrauerei complex. Sta advise about
events, nightlife, guided tours and sights.QG-1/2,
Schnhauser Allee 36, Prenzlauer Berg, MU
Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49 30 44 35 21 70, www.
tic-berlin.de. Open 11:00 - 19:00.
JAPANESE
SUSHI IMBISS AM WASSERTURM
Discounts at happy hour (weekdays 13:00 - 16:00) crowd
this ve-table joint, but theres takeout as well. Sake Maki,
California Make and vegetarian items all run about 3. All
sushi-lovers speak some Japanese, but if you need any
explanations, the Japanese owner/chef and sta speak
English.QH-2, Rykestrae 45, Prenzlauer Berg, MU
Senefelderplatz, tel. +49 30 44 04 57 06. Open 12:00 23:00, Sat, Sun 13:00 - 23:00. Closed Mon. .
CAFS
ANNA BLUME
Named after a lyrical poem and with a sexy Mucha ower
girl on the wall, this is an excellent, relaxed caf. Serving up
coee, cakes, crepes, meals and the usual Berlin breakfasts,
its one of the better spots for people-watching or just
reading. Intriguingly, it also sells owers (Blume) from the
connected shop next door and the smell of coee and
fresh owers combines very well.QH-2, Kollwitzstrae 83,
Prenzlauer Berg, MU Senefelder Platz, tel. +49 30 44 04
87 49, www.cafe-anna-blume.de. Open 08:00 - 02:00.
SCHALL UND RAUCH
Noise and Smoke is a great place to enjoy a breakfast buet
on lazy weekend mornings, or to down specials at the bar
at night together with a variety of artists, students and
young in-crowd. But its more than just a caf - the adjacent
hotel has modern and aordable double rooms.QG-1,
Gleimstrae 23, Prenzlauer Berg, MS/U Schnhauser
Allee, tel. +49 30 443 39 70, www.schall-und-rauch.de.
Open 08:00 - 02:00.
Nightlife
SANTIAGO
This cocktail lounge overlooking Kollwitzplatz has a
somewhat dodgy interior leather sofas and glitzy girl
statues that wouldnt look out of place in a nightclub
but manages to get the punters in with a range of
attractively priced oers like cocktails during the happy
(before 20:00) and blue hours (from 01:00). Theres an
eat-all-you-can dinner on Wednesday and brunch at
weekends.QH-2, Wrtherstrae 36, Prenzlauer Berg,
MU Eberswalderstrae, tel. +49 30 441 25 55. Open
16:00 - 03:00.
WEINSTEIN
An older crowd savours an evening of conversation
and wine at this cosy wine tavern. Pick a meal to
help anchor the 40 vintages available by the glass.
There are few better places to try the outstanding
German whites that usually dont make it out of
the country and theres also a selection of sherries.
QH-1, Lychener Strae 33, Prenzlauer Berg,
MU Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49 30 441 18 42,
weinsten@weinstein.eu, www.weinstein.eu. Open
17:00 - 02:00, Sun 18:00 - 02:00.
WOHNZIMMER
If the TV show Friends had to relocate to Berlin, Phoebe
would vote to hang out here. The large living room is
ideally set up for meeting people. Stools, chairs and
GDR-era tables are constantly being shuffled to make
room for the rumpled but attractive crowds. Theres
coffee and pastries in the morning.QH-1, Lettestrae
6, Prenzlauer Berg, MU Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49
30 445 54 58, www.wohnzimmer-bar.de. Open 09:00
- 04:00.
BARS
CLUBS
AUGUST FENGLER
A neighbourhood bar if there ever was one, there arent just
football tables downstairs, but a Kegelbahn (bowling alley)
too. The team behind the big wooden bar is friendly, and
the seating area is an undulating mass of coats and groups
of friends yakking up a storm. DJs play classics, soul, disco,
and funk in the small back dance room.QG-1, Lychner
Strae 11, Prenzlauer Berg, MU Eberswalder Strae,
www.augustfengler.de. Open 19:00 - 05:00.
GEBURTSTAGSKLUB
Twenty year-olds fill the two low-ceilinged rooms of
this otherwise spacious cellar. Dont miss the mad
monthly drag party with Nina Queer. Like at many
clubs in Berlin, you have to brave the walk down a dark
courtyard.QH-2, Am Friedrichshain 33, Prenzlauer
Berg, MU Schillingstrae, tel. +49 30 42 02 14 05,
www.geburtstagsklub.de. Open Fri, Sat, Sun 23:00
- 06:00.
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MUSEUMS
ZIMMERMEISTER BRUNZELS MIETSHAUS
Gentrication has transformed many Prenzlauer Berg
apartments into deluxe dream houses; this fascinating
museum shows master carpenter Brunzels apartment
in its original state, with extensive information about its
construction, utilities, furnishing and the often squalid living
conditions around 1900 in Prenzlauer Berg and Berlin.QH-1,
Dunckerstrae 77, Prenzlauer Berg, MS Prenzlauer Allee,
tel. +49 30 445 23 21, www.ausstellung-dunckerstrasse.
de. Open 11:00 - 16:30. Closed Wed. Admission 2/1.
PARKS AND GARDENS
Raumerstr. 8 [Helmholtzplatz], 40301770, tausche.de
MAUERPARK
The immensely popular Wall Park has no greenery to speak
of; this is an intensely used piece of former border strip thats
especially busy on Sundays when it hosts a ea market and the
immensely popular Bearpit Karaoke (every second Sunday from
15:00), where anyone can grab the microphone and sing for a
crowd of thousands.QG-1, Eberswalder Strae, Prenzlauer
Berg, MU Eberswalder Strae, www.mauerpark.info.
Shopping
BOOKS
SODA CLUB
In the courtyard of the Kulturbrauerei complex, Soda is
a fun club with an enthusiastic regular crowd. Salsa is
played on Thursdays and Sundays (5, starting off with
a lesson hour), and on Fridays and Saturdays theres five
dancefloors with electro, crossover, black and dance
classics - girls get in for free until 01:00.QSchnhauser
Allee 36, Prenzlauer Berg, MU Eberswalder Strae,
tel. +49 30 443 151 55, info@sodaberlin.de, www.
soda-berlin.de. Open , Thu 20:00 - 04:00, Fri, Sat 23:00
- 07:00, Sun 19:00 - 04:00 Open Thu-Sun 19:00 - 04:00.
Sightseeing
LANDMARKS
KULTURBRAUEREI
Follow the yellow brick wall of this 19th-century
brewery and youll eventually nd an entryway into a
nightlife Mecca that resembles an Old Town setting. A
cobblestone pedestrian way courses through the centre
of the complex, whose 25,000 square metres is lled with
bars, restaurants, clubs, galleries and a cinema. The only
thing you wont nd is freshly brewed beer; Schultheiss
shut down production here in 1967. Soda Club is a both
a restaurant and popular nightclub, and Kesselhaus and
Alte Kantine host anything from readings to theater to
live bands.QG-2, Schnhauser Allee 36-39, Prenzlauer
Berg, MU Eberswalderstrae, tel. +49 30 44 31 51 52,
www.kulturbrauerei.de.
SHAKESPEARE & SONS

An excellent little living-room style bookshop that came to
Berlin from Prague, selling used and new English-language
books as well as coee, tea, cakes and snacks. Leaf through
a classic novel while munching on banana bread.QH-1,
Raumerstrae 36, Prenzlauer Berg, MS Prenzlauer Allee, tel.
+49 30 40 00 36 85. Open 10:00 - 20:00, Sun 11:00 - 19:00.
FASHION & SHOES

TAUSCHE TASCHEN
Bags with exchangeable aps in over
100 dierent designs. Two aps are
included and various insets equip the
bag to suit any occasion.QH-1,
Raumerstrae 8, Prenzlauer Berg,
MU Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49
30 40 30 17 70, info@tausche.de,
www.tausche.de. Open 10:00 20:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun.
MARKETS
FLOHMARKT AM MAUERPARK
Vegan snacks, bicycles, crafts, clothing, alternative souvenirs
and antiques - its all available (though not particularly
cheap) at the weekly Mauerpark ea market. Arrive early
to avoid the crowds.QG-1, Bernauer Strae 63-64,
Prenzlauer Berg, MU Bernauer Strae, tel. 0176 29 25 00
21, www.mauerparkmarkt.de. Open , Sun 08:00 - 18:00.
Closed Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Open Sun 09:00-15:00.
no adverts just buy our glasses
Kreuzberg
Thanks to a large Turkish
community and more
hippies, anarchists and
alternative folks than
you can shake a bong at,
Kreuzberg feels neither east
nor west. It was the black
sheep of West Berlin, literally
cornered up against the
death strip and left alone
to play loud music and
draw on the walls. By now,
the protesting students
of 1968 have grown grey
alongside the Turkish immigrants. Every year since 1987,
Kreuzberg relives its 15 minutes of fame during the traditional
May Day political demonstrations, which invariably turn into
a long night of stone-throwing and burning cars. Otherwise,
Kreuzberg is a perfectly safe district to wander through, and
its all about backgammon at the mens clubs, caf-sitting
along Landwehrkanal, and ambling down the popular
Oranienstrae and Bergmannstrae drags.
This chapter also covers areas south of Kreuzberg: leafy
Treptow west along the river Spree, the Tempelhof
airport-turned-park which attracts thousands of visitors
in summer, and the upcoming Neuklln district. Here,
the Kreuzklln area around Reuterstrae is increasingly
attracting hipsters, artists, artsy boutiques and weird
nightlife spots.
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POCKET WALK: KREUZBERG

Kreuzberg is best explored in two parts. From Platz der
Luftbrcke station walk west to Viktoriapark and climb the
Kreuzberg for views north over the city. Descend eastwards
and walk along genteel Bergmannstrae, perhaps
visiting a caf or the market hall, before walking south to
Columbiadamm for access to the the former Tempelhof
airport, now a wonderful park.
Start a tour of the fascinating eastern end of Kreuzberg
at Kottbusser Tor U-Bahn station; wander north through
little Istanbul to Oranienplatz and follow the park to
the Engelbecken pond where you can follow the former
Wall along Bethaniendamm to Mariannenplatz, a centre
of Berlin subculture. Stroll down Waldemarstrae to
caf-lined Lausitzerplatz and cross under the U-Bahn
line to lively Grlitzer Park. From here, go north into
Falckensteinstrae to discover more of Kreuzbergs street
art, or head south along Ohlauer Strae and across
Landwehrkanal into the trendy Kreuzklln district for
cupcakes and cocktails.
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GETTING THERE
The Bergmannstrae area is best reached from
Friedrichstrae station on the U6; get o at Mehringdamm,
or at Platz der Luftbrcke for the Viktoriapark. For the gritty
end of Kreuzberg hop on the U8 from Alexanderplatz
and pop up at Kottbusser Tor. The Kreuzklln bars are
within pubcrawling distance of Schnleinstrae and
Hermannplatz stations, on the same line.
Kreuzberg
Restaurants & Cafs
GERMAN
ALTES ZOLLHAUS
A bit of countryside in the city - the beautiful old customs
house along an idyllic stretch of the Landwehrkanal has a
calm, rustic atmosphere in which to try regional specialities
featuring things such as goats cheese, dumplings, mustard
sauce and compotes.QG-5, Carl-Herz-Ufer 30, Kreuzberg,
MU Prinzenstrae, tel. +49 30 692 33 00, www.alteszollhaus.com. Open 18:00 - 23:00. Closed Mon, Sun. .
TUGBW
ASIAN
CHAN
A sleek eatery with large pastel paintings of faces, cleancut design, and a surprising menu consisting of typical
Asian street food. Theres everything from Thai spring
rolls, Indonesian sate, and Cambodian noodle soup to a
Vietnamese banana dessert. Fresh juices and smoothies
too.QH-5, Paul-Lincke-Ufer 42, Kreuzberg, MU
Kottbusser Tor, tel. +49 30 69 53 33 22, www.chanberlin.com. Open 12:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 13:00 - 24:00.
. UNGBSW
PAGODE
Simply one of the best
Thai restaurants in town.
It feels crowded, steamy
and noisy, but thats just
part of the authentic selfservice atmosphere; wait
till you sink your teeth in the fantastic food. The open
kitchen uses fresh vegetables and herbs that are own
in from Bangkok; all the Thai classics are present. Theres
seating indoors and in the basement room, as well as
outside. Ask if you like it hot.QF-5, Bergmannstrae
88, Kreuzberg, MU Mehringdamm, tel. +49 30
691 26 40, www.pagode-thaifood.de. Open 12:00 24:00. . VBS
KIMCHI PRINCESS
Though this is not Berlins rst Korean restaurant, Kimchi
Princess is being hailed by the capitals gourmets as the
rst one to serve authentic dishes that is, not drowned
in cream and sauce like most Asian food here. Its indeed
excellent and spicy, and as a result it can be dicult to
nd a free table in the evening.QH-4, Skalitzer Strae 36,
Kreuzberg, MU Grlitzer Bahnhof, tel. +49 163 458 02
03, www.kimchiprincess.com. Open 18:00 - 01:00. .
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SARODS
Kreuzbergs friendliest Thai restaurant. The food is excellent,
healthy, fresh and gluten-free, with some unusual options
on the extensive menu such as the Lab (minced meat
with roast rice, coriander and spices). Theres a good
selection of wines too.QFriesenstrae 22, Kreuzberg,
MU Gneisenaustrae, tel. +49 30 69 50 73 33, www.
sarods.de. Open 12:00 - 24:00, Sun 14:00 - 24:00. .
TGBSW
AUSTRIAN
AUSTRIA
Have your Wiener Schnitzel and Salzburger Fritattatorte
where they do it right, here in Austria. This corner
restaurant is known for its huge portions, so indulge in
the full experience or go for the half portion. The setting
is appropriatly alpine with heavy wooden furnishings
and antlers on the wall.QF-5, Bergmannstrae 30,
Kreuzberg, MU Gneisenaustrae, tel. +49 30 694 44
40, www.austria-berlin.de. Open 18:00 - 24:00. .
TUBS
JOLESCH
Excellent Austrian cuisine and wines in a quirky corner of
Kreuzberg. Jolesh, a classy yet good-value restaurant, is
named after Tante Jolesch, a Viennese auntie who loved to
cook. It serves a great Wiener Schnitzel as well as dishes like
goulash and Kaiserschmarrn, chopped-up pancakes with
sugar and fruit jam. Breakfast is served until 17:00, so take
your time for brunch. Reservations recommended.QH-4,
Muskauer Strae 1, Kreuzberg, MU Grlitzer Bahnhof,
tel. +49 30 612 35 81, www.jolesch.de. Open 11:00 24:00, Sat, Sun 09:30 - 24:00. . GB
RIEHMERS
The elegant and understated Riehmers restaurant serves
a fantastic Wiener Schnitzel (breaded veal escalope),
amongst seasonal dishes like roast pike perch and crepes
with roast apricots. The dining room is kept bare and
simple, while the calm summer terrace in the garden
overlooks a historic apartment complex for Prussian
Admiralsbrcke
ocers.QF-5, Hagelbergerstrae 9, Kreuzberg, MU

Mehringdamm, tel. +49 30 78 89 19 80, www.riehmersrestaurant.de. Open 18:00 - 01:00. Closed Mon. -.
TGBSW
FAST FOOD
BERGMANN CURRY
A friendly fast food joint with quality organic Currywurst, fries, meat
balls and more. The menus include
the upmarket Rockefella dish
(served on porcelain, with a glass
of champagne), and theres vegan
wurst and burgers, and sweet
potato chips too. If you dare, ask for a drop of searing hot
chilli sauce from the bottles on the board of pain.QBergmannstrae 88, tel. +49 50 56 51 54, www.bergmanncurry.com. Open 12:00 - 24:00, Sun 12:00 - 21:00.
CURRY 36
If you want to eat Currywurst the proper Berlin way, youll
order yours here boiled and naked. It looks a little pale in
comparison to the ones with their pink skins on, but you
might earn an iota of respect from the hard-boiled Fraus
who work the stand. Other proletarian Berlin specialities
you can take to the stand-up outdoor tables are the fried
burgers, Boulette.QF-5, Mehringdamm 36, Kreuzberg,
MU Mehringdamm, tel. +49 30 251 73 68, www.
curry36.de. Open 09:00 - 05:00. . S
FINE DINING
SPINDLER
Several upmarket restaurants have made their home
along this lovely stretch of canal in Kreuzberg. Spindler
ts right in, serving gourmet cuisine by star chef Nicolas
Gemin in the casual, classy interior of a former industrial
building. The seasonal mains include dishes like Parmesan
polenta, haunch of venison and pork belly. During the
week theres Coeehouse-style lunch, and at weekends
Photo: Martin Knzel
Kreuzberg
RESTAURANT.COCKTAILBAR.LOUNGE
Authentic
indian
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Swera
an excellent brunch too.QPaul-Lincke-Ufer 42,

Kreuzberg, MU Schnleinstrae, tel. +49 30 69 59 88
80, eat@spindler-berlin.com, www.spindler-berlin.com.
Open 09:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 23:00.
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INDIAN
SWERA
Right on Kreuzbergs popular Bergmannstrasse, Swera is an
authentic Indian restaurant with a range of dishes from the
subcontinent, including many vegetarian and vegan options.
On weekdays, theres a lling business lunch oer from 4,50
including a wide range of curries. Swera also doubles as a
cocktail bar, serving exotic drinks till late at night; arrive in
time for happy hour for good deals.QBergmannstr. 103,
Kreuzberg, MU Mehringdamm, tel. +49 30 61 20 33 01,
res.swera@gmx.de, www.swera.de. Open 11:00 - 01:00.
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TEL. +49 30 6120 3301
INFO@SWERA.DE
ITALIAN
CICCIOLINA
Dedicated to divas such as Je Koons porn star ex-wife La
Cicciolina and a host of other beauties (whose portraits
adorn the hallway by the toilets), this unpretentious Italian
restaurant has well-priced and very tasty food, and a great
terrace. For something out of the ordinary, try the Strasburgo
ammkuchen pizza with cream, mustard and Tirol bacon.
QH-4, Spreewaldplatz 5, Kreuzberg, MU Grlitzer
Bahnhof, tel. +49 30 61 65 71 60, www.cicciolina-berlin.
de. Open 12:00 - 24:00. -. TUNGBSW
GORGONZOLA CLUB
An In Your Pocket favourite, serving the best and biggest
carpaccio weve had, and with lovely seating in the green
outdoor courtyard. The prices for the fresh pastas, pizzas
and other dishes are by all means reasonable, and there are
additional changing dinner options too. For after-dinner
cocktails simply go next door to the Wrgeengel bar.QH-4,
Dresdener Strae 121, Kreuzberg, MU Kottbusser Tor,
tel. +49 30 615 64 73, www.gorgonzolaclub.de. Open
18:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 18:00 - 02:00. . B

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not far from the Jewish Museum either. Theres a goodvalue lunch on weekdays, plus a wide range of imaginative
pasta, meat and sh dishes.QF-4, Rudi-Dutschke-Str.
25, Kreuzberg, MU Kochstrae, tel. +49 30 252 11 55,
reservierung@sale-e-tabacchi.de, www.sale-e-tabacchi.
de. Open 10:00 - 23:30. -. TGBSW
Osteria N1
OSTERIA N1
Next to Viktoriapark, this neighbourhood xture has a fantastic
Biergarten bordered by lemon, cherry and olive trees. Classic
regional cuisine is prepared by cooks from dierent parts of
Italy, and everything is made fresh to order. Order a pasta
with Toscan hare ragout or salmon in orange sauce. Perhaps
the most child-friendly place in town, too. Choose from six
dierent lunch menus from 7.QF-5, Kreuzbergstrae 71,
Kreuzberg, MU Mehringdamm, tel. +49 30 786 91 62,
www.osteria-uno.de. Open 12:00 - 01:00. . B
SALE E TABACCHI
This attractive restaurant with a nice garden and real Italian
waiters is a good option near Checkpoint Charlie, and is
TRENTASEI
Try home-made tortellini, regional ingredients, Italian
wines and fresh sh specialities at Trentasei, referring to
the 36 nickname for this part of the district. The warmly-lit
interior has a cabin feel, with plenty of brick and wood,
plus old-fashioned chairs around the tables.QSkalitzer
Str. 34, Kreuzberg, tel. +49 30 69 50 69 30, info@
trentasei.de, www.trentasei.de. Open 12:00 - 01:00,
Sun 16:00 - 01:00.
VICOLO BERGMANN
Tasty Sicilian food is served at this rustic restaurant on
the sunny side of the street. Fresh quality meat, seafood
and vegetables are used to make the authentic pastas,
pizzas or the meat and fish dishes, and theres homemade bread too. The small uncluttered space with
randomly exposed bricks is decorated with newspaper
cuttings. Dont miss the sinfully sweet Sicilian desserts.
QF-5, Bergmannstrae 88, Kreuzberg, MU
Mehringdamm, tel. +49 30 69 00 44 88, info@vicolobergmann.de, www.vicolo-bergmann.de. Open
12:00 - 24:00. .
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BEER GARDENS
GOLGATHA
The most gruesome end youll meet at this Biergarten at the
southwest end of Viktoriapark is the sunrise. Those watching
their melanoma sit under the red umbrellas near the tablefootball and grill, while sunbathers go to the rooftop for a
view of the playground and football eld. DJ music begins
most nights at 22:00 inside on the small dance oor.QF-5,
Katzbachstrae (Viktoriapark), Kreuzberg, MU Platz der
Luftbrcke, tel. +49 30 785 24 53, www.golgatha-berlin.
de. Open from 10:00. . TUBSW
LUFTGARTEN
The large Biergarten around the former US ocers casino
in Tempelhofer Freiheit park has Bavarian beer, tables
beneath the chestnut trees and deckchairs in the sun.
Drop by for the American barbeque, large hamburgers
and other international food.QTempelhofer Freiheit
Park, Columbiadamm entrance, tel. +49 152 22 55 91
75, www.luftgarten-berlin.de. Open from 12:00 until
around sunset. . UENGBS
CAFS
CAF AM ENGELBECKEN
Opposite the impressive, partially-restored St. Michaels church
is a pond, sunk into a depressed parkway that was once a canal.
Hidden away at the reedy edge of the pond is a sunny terrace
caf. View of the water and the rustling tall green reeds makes
this a peaceful respite from all things city while still being near
the heart of Kreuzberg (and can you believe this area was once
lled with rubble, and part of the Walls death strip?). Pizza and
snacks are served and they oer a choice of cocktails.QH-4,
Michaelkirchplatz, Mitte, MU Heinrich-Heine-Strae, tel.
+49 157 88 94 70 91, www.cafe-am-engelbecken.de. Open
10:00 - 24:00. . TUNGBSW
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CAF RIX
A fabulous caf thats completely worth the trek out to
Berlins shabbiest and most multicultural neighbourhood.
Many entertainment halls were built in this part of town,
attracting thousands of Berliners at weekends. Rix is
one of the last remaining entertainment halls in the
area, dating from 1880 and all gold twirls, high ceilings
and big mirrors. Its just perfect for sipping coee and
munching on cake, or for a well-prepared meal. Combine
it with a concert at the adjacent Heimathafen or a visit
to Rixdorfs old village square and the lush Krnerpark.
QKarl-Marx-Strae 141, Neuklln, MU Karl-MarxStrae, tel. +49 30 686 90 20, www.caferix.de. Open
09:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 09:00 - 01:00, Sun 10:00 - 24:00.
. TUNGBSW
KUCHENKAISER
A melting pot for Berliners, their friends and visitors
since 1866, the cake emperor is famous for its
cakes and tarts, which were sent exclusively by the
Hindenburg to New York in the 1920s. The restaurant
also has a wide variety of German specialities and
international dishes. Theres a great choice of breakfasts,
a low-cost lunch, and a huge brunch on Sundays.
A must-see in Berlin.QG/H-4, Oranienplatz 11-13,
Kreuzberg, MU Moritzplatz, tel. +49 30 61 40 26 97,
www.kuchenkaiser.de. Open 09:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat
09:00 - 01:00. . B
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WELTRESTAURANT MARKTHALLE
Within a historic market hall
building, the rustic Markthalle
restaurant is long and tall, with
wainscoting, simple wooden
furniture and a bar that locals belly
up to. Its a restaurant that doesnt
let its looks carry it: the kitchen
takes pride in its nouvelle takes
on German and Austrian standards. The menu changes
weekly, but count on Sptzle, Schweinebraten (braised
pork), and apple strudel. Breakfasts run from Russian to
American-style, and as late as 16:00. After dinner, check
if anything is going down in the Auster Club in the cellar.
QH-4, Pcklerstrae 34, Kreuzberg, MU Grlitzer
Bahnhof, tel. +49 30 617 55 02, www.weltrestaurantmarkthalle.de. Open 10:00 - 24:00. . B
Nightlife
BARS
MILCHBAR
It is the foam of beer that lines the upper lip of patrons of
Milchbar, home to punks, students, and aging alternative
types still loyal to the sounds of punk, ska, thrash, and
hard rock. The crowd is not so anarchic as to not want to
cheer on their teams when football games are screened.
The murals and dark dcor can heighten your wooziness if
youve had one round too many.QH-4, Manteuelstrae
41, Kreuzberg, MU Grlitzer Bahnhof, tel. +49 30 611
70 06, www.milchbar-berlin.de. Open 17:00 - 04:00.
NBW
WRGEENGEL
Pronounced woor-ge-en-gel and named after Bunuels lm
El ngel Exterminador, this dark brown bar is a great place
for a drink and a snack. The tapas list has a dozen tasty
options, while the cocktail menu has over 50 reasons to
delay your departure. To round it all o, there are Cuban
and other cigars to enjoy.QH-4, Dresdener Strae 122,
Kreuzberg, MU Kottbusser Tor, tel. +49 30 615 55 60,
www.wuergeengel.de. Open from 19:00. . B
CLUBS
FREISCHWIMMER
After a ve-minute walk south of Schlesisches Tor, follow
the bush-lined pathway left after the petrol station to this
peaceful bar that hovers over a side canal. In summer use
the comfy deck lounges; in cooler weather heat lamps help
keep away the chill.QI-5, Vor dem Schlesischen Tor 2a,
Kreuzberg, MU Schlesisches Tor, tel. +49 30 61 07 43
09, www.freischwimmer-berlin.de. Open Mo-Fri from
12:00, Sat, Sun from 10:00. TUENGBW
SO36
Live bands perform nearly every night at this institution
thats home to any alternative lifestyle, from gay Turks
and metal heads to hardcore punks and goth vegans.
On popular club nights, like the Ugly X Bad Taste Party or
Gayhane, show up before 01:00 or face a long wait with the
friendly door sta.QH-4, Oranienstrae 190, Kreuzberg,
MU Grlitzer Bahnhof, tel. +49 30 61 40 13 06, www.
so36.de. Check their website for opening times.
UENG
GALANDER
A wonderfully classic bar, furnished with 1920s-style
fauteuils and woodwork. Apart from beer, Galander
has an excellent selection of wine and can mix some
quite unusual cocktails for you. Occasionally the piano is
played too. Recommended for a quality night out.QF-4,
Grossbeerenstrae 54, Kreuzberg, MU Mehringdamm,
tel. +49 30 28 50 90 30, www.galander-berlin.de. Open
18:00 - 02:00. Closed Mon. E
WILD AT HEART
Rock on. One of Berlins rare live-music venues brings
in hardcore and punk bands touring the planet. Theres
an occasional DJ night as well. Booths and seating in
the front rooms make conversation manageable. Bring
earplugs for the stage area.QH-5, Wiener Strae 20,
Kreuzberg, MU Grlitzer Bahnhof, tel. +49 30 610 74
701, www.wildatheartberlin.de. Open 20:00 - 04:00.
ENB
Kreuzberg
BERLINS MUSEUM
OF MODERN ART
Alte Jakobstrae 124128
10969 Berlin
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BERLINISCHE GALERIE
The Berlinische Galerie is one of the newest museums
in the German capital and collects art from Berlin dating
from 1870 to the present day with both a local and
international focus.
ART IN BERLIN 18801980
From the Collection
The presentation from our collection is a multi-facetted
tour, ranging from paintings of the late 19th century,
when the Kaiser reigned to post-war modern architecture
and the wild works of the 1970s.
RADICALLY MODERN
Urban Planning
and Architecture
in 1960s Berlin
Until 26 October 2015
The rst ever comprehensive overview of an
architectural
heritage
that evolved in both
East and West Berlin in
the 1960s and still sets Josef Kaiser, Grohgelhaus.
its stamp on the Berlin Montage: Dieter Urbach, 1971.
Dieter Urbach, Berlinische Galerie
townscape.
Foto: Nina Stragtl
www.berlinischegalerie.de
www.facebook.com/berlinischegalerie
BERNHARD MARTIN
Fred Thieler Prize for Painting 2015
Until 24 August 2015
The exhibition honours Bernhard Martin for an approach to
the medium of painting that is both conceptual and narrative.
BJRN DAHLEM
Mare Lunaris
Until 24 August 2015
Bjrn Dahlem is designing a contextual piece for the entrance
hall that responds poetically to astrophysical phenomena.
BRANDLHUBER+ HERTWECK, MAYFRIED
The Dialogic City : Berlin wird Berlin
From 16 September 2015
Arno Brandlhuber, together with Thomas Mayfried and
Florian Hertweck, produces an architecture that critically
reects the museum as an institution, its exhibition
conventions and constraints.
ICH KENNE KEIN WEEKEND.
The Archive and Collection of Ren Block
From 16 September 2015
Neuer Berliner Kunstverein (n.b.k.), in partnership with
Berlinische Galerie and Lentos Kunstmuseum in Linz, is
dedicating a show to the manifold and interdisciplinary
work of gallery owner, publisher and exhibition organizer
Ren Block.
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Kreuzberg
Sightseeing
MUSEUMS
DEUTSCHES TECHNIKMUSEUM
One of Berlins best museums is unmistakably recognisable by
the Douglas C-47 plane suspended above the main building.
The huge complex set in and around an old freight station rail
depot has planes, trains, cars, bikes, computers, phones, radios
and much more. Outside there are windmills and a brewery.
Theres a hands-on Spectrum science centre for children too.
QF-4, Trebbiner Strae 9, Kreuzberg, MU Gleisdreieck,
tel. +49 30 90 25 40, www.sdtb.de. Open 09:00 - 17:30, Sat,
Sun 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Admission 6/3,5.
HAUS AM CHECKPOINT CHARLIE
A homespun Great Escape museum of false trunks, tools,
videos, even a submarine, and stills of tunnel-digging attest to
necessity and desire being the mother of invention. Visit this
museum for dramatic stories of separated lovers, freedomseeking families, and fed-up senior citizens in the GDR who
breached the Wall. The museum also has art interpreting the
concrete division of the city, and an exhibit on human rights
movements.QF-4, Friedrichstrae 43-45, Kreuzberg, MU
Kochstrae, tel. +49 30 251 20 75, www.mauermuseum.
de. Open 09:00 - 22:00. Admission 12,50/9,50.
JDISCHES MUSEUM BERLIN
The famous zinc-plated fortress designed by Daniel Libeskind
contains a moving perspective on the many ways in which
German life and Jewish history are intricately interwoven. The
interior contains dark voids for contemplation, but the exhibits
cover much more than the Holocaust chapter of Jewish
history in Germany.QF-4, Lindenstrae 9-14, Kreuzberg,
MU Hallesches Tor, tel. +49 30 25 99 33 00, www.jmberlin.
de. Open 10:00 - 20:00, Mon 10:00 - 22:00. Admission
5/2,50, special exhibitions 4/2, combined ticket 7/3,50.
MARTIN-GROPIUS-BAU
Dusty pink brick, gilded mosaics, stucco work run riot - this
is the work of Great Uncle Gropius, not Walter Bauhaus
Gropius. Completed in 1881, the beauty once held an arts
and crafts museum. Today the Martin-Gropius-Bau hosts
excellent touring exhibitions. Until 10 August: David Bowie.
QF-4, Niederkirchnerstrae 7, Kreuzberg, MS/U Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49 30 25 48 60, www.gropiusbau.de.
Open 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Tue.
TOPOGRAPHIE DES TERRORS
Beside a souvenir-ravaged stretch of Wall, the cellars are
all that remain of the palace housing the Reich Security
(SS) Oce. The fascinating exhibition in the trench and the
adjacent pavilion and park uses models, texts and photos to
highlight the topography of the Third Reich police, military
and security groups that were headquartered in this area, and
discusses their organisation and the terror they cast across
Europe. The most important lesson to take home is perhaps
that these organisation only managed to thrive thanks to the
continuous cooperation of many institutes and citizens. Set

aside 2-3 hours to do it justice.QF-4, Niederkirchnerstrae 8,
Kreuzberg, MU Kochstrae, tel. +49 30 25 45 09 50, www.
topographie.de. Open 10:00 - 20:00. Admission free.
PARKS & GARDENS

TEMPELHOFER FREIHEIT
Berlins most amazing space is this historic and wide open
airport just south of Kreuzberg, which closed in 2008 and was
opened as a park in 2010. Now the runways and taxi lanes
are used by bikers, inline skaters and kiteboarders. Theres
even a Biergarten at the northern end. Note that turnstiles
allow exit from the park after closing time as well. Also easily
accessed from U-Bahn stations Tempelhof and Boddinstrasse.
QF/G-6, Columbiadamm, MS/U Tempelhof, www.
tempelhoferfreiheit.de. Open March 06:00-19:00, April
& Sept 06:00-20:30, May & Aug 06:00-21:30, June & July
06:00-22:30, Oct 07:00-19:00, Dec, Jan 07:30-17:00, Feb &
Nov 07:00-18:00. Admission free.
VIKTORIAPARK
Before heading up the hill, crowned with Karl Friedrich
Schinkels memorial to the Napoleonic Wars, go to the corner
of Kreuzbergstrae and Grobeerenstrae for an eyeful of the
parks waterfall, constructed in the late 19th century. Kids stripped
to their knickers wade in between the shallow, tiered levels.
65 metres above, people lean back against the grati-laden
monument to take in the panoramic view. Towards the back of
the park, past a playground and o the Bacci eld, is the Golgotha
beer garden. Running parallel to Kreuzbergstrae is a small
petting zoo where children and goats get to meet and bleat.
QF-5, Kreuzbergstrae, Kreuzberg, MU Mehringdamm.
Shopping
MARKTHALLE IX
When Berlins rapid growth and new hygiene measures
made the street markets redundant in the late 19th
century, the city built a series of grand brick market
halls in all districts, ensuring a supply of quality
products to all corners of the city. Markthalle IX, or
market hall number 9, is one of just two such halls
that survived war and city planners, saved by several
shops that rented space inside. A few years ago some
young entrepreneurs restarted the weekly markets
in the building, adding events like cake, crafts and
Christmas markets. Its been a resounding success, with
the streetfood markets on Thursday evenings attracting
hipsters from all over town. Arrive early to beat the
beardy crowds!
MARKTHALLE IX
QH-4, Eisenbahnstrae 42, Kreuzberg, MU Grlitzer
Bahnhof, tel. +49 30 577 09 46 61, www.markthalle9.
de. Open Fri, Sat 10:00-18:00. Admission free.
River tours
After owing a bucolic 400km from the Czech border
region to Berlin, the river Spree goes out with a bang before
disappearing into the Havel near Spandau. Cutting a curvy
passage through Berlin, it provides tremendous views of
the Dom cathedral, the Reichstag and the government
district and the Berlin Wall near Ostbahnhof. Some of the
Spree is diverted along park-lined canals, and Berlin has
more bridges than Venice or Amsterdam.
Short city centre cruise tours depart regularly from the
boat landings near the Museumsinsel, Friedrichstrae,
Hauptbahnhof station and the Haus der Kulturen der Welt
in the park. The 3.5-hour Brcke (bridges) tours cruise past
all the city centre sights, down Landwehrkanal and past the
beautiful Oberbaumbrcke. Here we list your options with
English narration. Sail away.
CHARTERTRIPS ON
HISTORICAL BOATS
... e.g. Moonlight-Trips with
Aphrodite or Oskar
10245 Berlin-Stralau, near Tunnelstrasse 36
Tel. (030) 246 47 99 60
www.schiffskontor.de
MS SCHIFFSKONTOR
Rent an antique boat and sail just about anywhere on
Berlins waterways. Theres the rustic open-top Oskar
from 1930, or rent the elegant Italian Afrodite, a pink
beauty from 1950 in which youll look dashing with
dark sunglasses and a owing scarf.Qtel. +49 30 246
47 99 60, www.schiffskontor.de.
APP
REEDEREI RIEDEL
Riedels panorama ships oer 1-2 hour Stadtkernfahrt
city centre tours up to 20 times per day, departing from
near Hauptbahnhof, the Haus der Kulturen der Welt and
Mrkisches Ufer. The 1-3 hour Spreefahrt tour goes around
all the main sights. The 2-3.5 hour Brckenfahrt tour sails
several times daily from Mrkisches Ufer. Theres an additional
evening cruise.QE-3, Willy-Brandt-Strae (Ludwig-ErhardUfer jetty), Mitte, MS/U Hauptbahnhof, tel. +49 30 693
46 46, www.reederei-riedel.de. Tickets 10-20/5-10.
REEDEREI WINKLER
Winklers one-hour Stadtrundfahrt tours depart up to
10 times daily from beside Friedrichstrae station. The
3-3.5 hour Spreefahrt river tours from Schlossbrcke in
Charlottenburg take in the river beyond the city centre
sights. There are evening departures too, and check
the website for the special culinary and party cruises.
QF-3, Reichstagufer jetty, Mitte, MS/U
Friedrichstrae, tel. +49 30 349 95 95, www.
reedereiwinkler.de.
Tickets:
Stadtrundfahrt
12,50/10-11,50, Spreefahrt 19-21,50/17-19,50.
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City tours
B ERLINER U NTERWELTEN E.V.
Society for the Exploration and Documentation of Subterranean Architecture
Berlin from below

Cold War and WW II bunker tours
Different underground tours Mar Nov daily Dec Feb Thur Mon
Subway Gesundbrunnen (U8), Brunnenstr. 105 www.berliner-unterwelten.de
Theres a story on every corner in Berlin, though youll need
a guide to hear it. Its a huge, fascinating city, but lacks a real
Old Town-type area. Attractions are fairly far-ung, so plan
your itinerary and get acquainted with the excellent public
transportation. If youre here for a limited amount of time,
we highly recommend you join one of the walking or
cycling tours to get your bearings and see the main sights.
BUS, CAR & PLANE TOURS

BERLIN CITY TOUR
Open-top doubledecker buses circle the main sights in about
two hours; the green ones have live English commentary;
red ones have audioguides. Board at Kurfrstendamm 14,
the Town Hall or Brandenburger Tor and hop-on or hop-o
as you like. Theres also a narrated Wall & Lifestyle tour taking
in the main Wall sights and some trendy districts.Qtel. +49
30 68 30 26 41, www.berlin-city-tour.de. Tickets 15/12/5.
BERLIN UNDERWORLDS
The Berlin Underworlds Association allows you to

experience Berlins history from an unusual perspective,
through its underground installations dating back to the
Cold War, World War II, or earlier. Though predominantly
in the spaces below Berlins Gesundbrunnen station,
tours are also oreed in several other complexes that
are usually not accessible to the public. The following
tours are held in English; check the website for tours in
German, Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian and Danish.
Tour 1: Dark Worlds A bunker from the Nazi era. Yearround Thu-Mon 11:00, Mon also 13:00. Mar-Nov also Wed
11:00, Apr-Oct also Mon 15:00, Wed-Sun 13:00 & 15:00.
CITY CIRCLE BUSES

Several tour bus companies operate hop-on hop-o
double-decker bus City Circle tours lasting 2.5 hours.
Buses run every 10 minutes, with narration in a dozen
languages. Kurfrstendamm 220 and Alexanderplatz are
the two main starting points, but you can get on and o at
some 20 stops. Besides Berolina, the operators are Berliner
Bren Stadtrundfahrt (www.bbsberlin.de), BEX Sightseeing
(www.berlinerstadtrundfahrten.de) and Bus Verkehr
Berlin (www.bvb.net).Qtel. +49 30 88 56 80 30, www.
berolina-berlin.com. Open 10:00 - 18:00. Tickets 22/11.
Afternoon ticket (from 13:30) 16,50/11.
WALKING & CYCLING TOURS

ALTERNATIVE BERLIN TOURS
After the 4-hour Real Berlin tour (daily at 12:00, 12)
youll know all about Berlins subcultures, the grati and
Tour 2: From Flak Towers to Mountains of Debris.

Enter a devastated albeit fascinating underground world.
Apr-Oct, Thu-Tue 13:00.
Tour 3: Subways, Bunkers, Cold War a political
history of Berlin from an unusual perspective. Year-round
Thu-Sun 13:00. Mar-Nov also Tue 11:00 & 13:00, Wed
13:00. Apr-Oct also Tue 15:00.
Tour M: Breaching the Berlin Wall: subterranean
escapes from East to West Berlin. Year-round: Thu-Mon
15:30. Apr-Oct also Tue & Wed 15:30.
Tickets 11/9, Tour M 14/11. No reservation is required.
The meeting point is at the southern entrance of the
Gesundbrunnen U-Bahn station at Brunnenstrae 105,
tel. +49 30 49 91 05 17. For further information see www.
berliner-unterwelten.de.
City tours
stencil art, street artists like Thierry Noir and Mr.6, the
gay scene, and the squatter and anti-fascist movements.
Knowledgeable resident artists poke at Berlins dark,
fuzzy underbelly on a variety of walks; there are also
free short walks (daily at 11:00 and 13:00), twilight
tours, a street art workshop and an anti-pubcrawl.
QMS/U Alexanderplatz, tel. +49 162 819 82 64, www.
alternativeberlin.com. Tickets 10-20.
ANITA SIKORAS BERLIN WALKS
The walking tours by guide and artist Anita Sikora oer a
wide choice of topics, ranging from David Bowie and Walter
Benjamin themed tours, walks around the Pankow district,
to the Walls course through the industrial Fireland district.
Join a regular group walk or book a private tour.Qtel. +49
176 68 60 16 63, anitaeva75@gmail.com, www.anitasikora.com. Tours 9.
BERLIN LOCALS
Tailor-made private city tours on foot, by minibus or by
limo, lead by local German historians who can often relate
historical events to their familys personal experience. Tour
themes range from The 1920s, Cold War and Third Reich
to street art, railways and architecture. The guides are also
licenced for Sachsenhausen concentration camp. Tours are
in English or German.Qtel. +49 177 238 00 02, info@
berlinlocals.com, www.berlinlocals.com. Tours 40 per
hour, 250 per day.
BREWERS BERLIN
The 6-hour Best of Berlin (10:30) and the 3-hour Express
(13:00, tip only) tours are great introductions to the
city. Potsdam tours take place on Wed and Sat (09:20).
The meeting point for all tours is the Bandy Brooks ice
cream shop near Friedrichstrae station; no bookings
are required.QF-3, MS/U Friedrichstrae, tel. +49
177 388 15 37, www.brewersberlintours.com. Tickets
15/12.
CITY SEGWAY TOURS
Hop on a self-balancing Segway scooter and - after
a short driving lesson - zip around Berlin on the fourhour general tours (10:00 and 15:00, 67), or the shorter
afternoon tour (15:00, 43). Drivers license required.QG-3,
Panoramastrae 1a, Mitte, MS/U Alexanderplatz, tel.
+49 30 24 04 79 91, berlin@citysegwaytours.com, www.
citysegwaytours.com.
FAT TIRE BIKE TOURS
Grab a bike at the base of the TV Tower and spin
through town on the relaxed 4,5 hour daily city tour
(11:00, from May also 16:00), the Wall tour (Mon,
Thu, Sat at 10:30), the Third Reich tour (Wed, Fri, Sun
at 10:30) and the Raw tour (counter culture; Tue, Fri,
Sun at 10:30); these tours cost 24/22 and no booking
is required. Call or email ahead for the Potsdam tour.
QG-3, Panoramastrae 1a (Fernsehturm), Mitte,
MS/U Alexanderplatz, tel. +49 30 24 04 79 91,
www.fattirebiketoursberlin.com.
INBERLIN TOURS
Specialised walking tours for small groups: along the Wall
in Mitte or Treptow, or through the Kreuzberg, Prenzlauer
Berg, or Friedrichshain districts. Tours take place at xed
times and days, or made to suit your needs; reservations
required.Qtel. +49 174 157 48 36, info@inberlin.de,
www.inberlin.de. Tickets 10-16.
INSIDER TOURS
Insiders enthusiastic guides go a long way to make you feel
like an insider on the daily 4-hour tours; starting from AMT
Coee at Hackescher Markt (10:30 and 15:00, 12/10). Other
tours are the Wall, Third Reich, Sachsenhausen, Potsdam,
Jewish Berlin and a pub crawl.QG-3, MS Hackescher
Markt, tel. +49 30 692 31 49, www.insidertour.com.
ISHERWOODS NEIGHBOURHOOD TOUR
In the 1920s Berlin was a veritable Sodom on the Spree
with 85,000 lesbians, open prostitution and an outrageous
club and revue theatre scene. The young gay British writer
Christopher Isherwood wove his experiences in Goodbye
To Berlin (of Cabaret fame). This excellent one-hour tour
through Isherwoods Berlin around Nollendorfplatz is
spiced up with quotes and references to notorious 1920s
party-goers like Anita Berber and Marlene Dietrich.
QD-4/5, MU Nollendorfplatz, tel. +49 151 25 22 03 42,
brendan@10777tours.com, www.cabaret-berlin.com.
Tours Sat at 11:00, and on demand. Book ahead. Tickets
12.
NEW BERLIN TOURS
Free 3,5-hour city centre tours, popular with young
visitors who are just as interested in each other as in the
sights along the route (daily 11:00 and 13:00 from the
Brandenburger Tor Starbucks). They additionally oer
various themed tours and pub crawls.QF-3, Pariser Platz,
Mitte, MS/U Brandenburger Tor, tel. +49 30 51 05 00 30,
www.newberlintours.com. Tickets free/12.
ORIGINAL BERLIN WALKS
The daily 3,5-hour Discover Berlin tour starts at the
Weihenstephaner restaurant on Hackescher Markt at 10.30
and 14:00. Check online for themed tours like Third Reich,
Cold War, Queer Berlin, Jewish Berlin and Potsdam.Qtel. +49
30 301 91 94, www.berlinwalks.de. Tickets 12/10.
SLOW TRAVEL BERLIN TOURS
The Berlin blog dedicated to slow travel oers quirky
cultural-historical tours. In small groups you explore Berlins
most fascinating districts. Join a literary stroll in West
Berlin, a walk on Kreuzbergs wild west side, a trip along
the Wall, down lively Potsdamer Strasse, or march through
Kaiser Wilhelms Berlin.Qwww.slowtravelberlin.com/
tours. Tickets 15.

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BUSINESS CONNECTIONS
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

QCharlottenstrae 42, Mitte, MS/U Friedrichstrae,
tel. +49 30 28 87 89 20, www.amcham.de.
DEUTSCHE INDUSTRIE-UND HANDELSKAMMER
(CHAMBER OF COMMERCE) QBreite Strae 29,
Mitte, MU Mrkisches Museum, tel. +49 30 20 30 80,
www.dihk.de.
EMBASSIES
AUSTRALIA QG-3, Wallstrae 76-79, Mitte, MU
Mrkisches Museum, tel. +49 30 880 08 80, www.
australian-embassy.de.
IRELAND QF-3, Jgerstrae 51, Mitte, MU
Hausvogteiplatz, tel. +49 30 22 07 20, www.
embassyofireland.de.
Emergencies, ambulance, re tel. +49 30 112;

Emergency doctor service tel. +49 30 31 00 31;
Police tel. +49 30 110;
Non-urgent police matters tel. +49 30 46 64 46 64.
HOSPITALS
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN CLINICAL CENTRE
QKlingsorstrae, Steglitz, MS/U Rathaus Steglitz, tel.
+49 30 84 45 30 15, www.medizin.fu-berlin.de.
CHARIT UNIVERSITTSKLINIKUM QF-3,
Schumannstrae 20-21, Mitte, MU Oranienburger Tor,
tel. +49 30 45 050, www.charite.de.
LANGUAGE SCHOOLS
UNITED KINGDOM QF-3, Wilhelmstrae 70-71,

Mitte, MU Franzsische Strae, tel. +49 30 20 45 70,
www.britischebotschaft.de.
BERLITZ MITTE QF-3, Friedrichstrae 95, Mitte,

MS/U Friedrichstrae, tel. +49 30 204 21 24, www.
berlitz.de/de/berlin_mitte.
USA American Citizen Services: tel. 832 92 33.QF-3,

Pariser Platz 2, Mitte, MS/U Brandenburger Tor, tel.
+49 30 830 50, www.usembassy.de.
GLS QG-2, Kastanienallee 82, Prenzlauer Berg, MU

Eberswalder Strae, tel. +49 30 78 00 89 16, www.glsgerman-courses.de.
Ackerstrae
Adalbertstrae
Admiralstrae
Albrechtstrae
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstrae
Alexanderufer
Alexandrinenstrae
Alt-Moabit
Alte Jakobstrae
Alte Schnhauser Strae
Altonaer Strae
Am Friedrichshain
Am Karlsbad
Am Kupfergraben
Am Ostbahnhof
Anhalter Strae
Arndtstrae
Augsburger Strae
Auguststrae
Axel-Springer-Strae
Barnimstrae
Baruther Strae
Bayerischer Platz
Bebelplatz
Behrenstrae
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Bergmannstrae
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Beusselstrae
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Bleibtreustrae
Blcherstrae
Bodestrae
Btzowstrae
Brandenburger Tor
Breitscheidplatz
Brckenstrae
Brunnenstrae
Blowstrae
Bundesallee
Charlottenstrae
Chausseestrae
Choriner Strae
Christinenstrae
Danziger Strae
F/G-2
H-4
G/H-5
F-3
G-3
G-3
F-2/3
F-4
C-3/E-3
F-4
G-2
D-3
H-2
F-4
F-3
H-4
F-4
F-5
C/D-4
F/G-2
F-4
H-2/3
F-5
D-5
F-3
F-3
G/H-2
F/G-5
F/G-1/2
H-4
C-2
B/C-3/4
C-4
F/G-5
F-3
H/I-2
F-3
C-4
H-3/4
F/G-1/2
E-4/5
C-4/6
F-3/4
F-2
G-2
G-2
G-1/I-2
Dorotheenstrae
F-3
Dresdener Strae
G-4
Dunckerstrae
H-1
Ebertstrae
F-3
Engeldamm
H-4
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F-4
Ernst-Reuter-Platz
C-3
Fasanenstrae
C-4/5
Fehrbelliner Strae
G-2
Fischerinsel
G-3
Franzsische Strae
F-3
Friedensstrae
H-2/3
Friedrichstrae
F-3/4
Gartenstrae
F-1/2
Gendarmenmarkt
F-3
Georgenkirchstrae
H-2/3
Georgenstrae
F-3
Gertraudenstrae
G-3
Geschw.-Scholl-Strae
F-3
Gipsstrae
G-2
Gitschiner Strae
F-4
Glinkastrae
F-3
Gneisenaustrae
F/G-5
Grlitzer Strae
H/I-4/5
Grlitzer Ufer
I-5
Gormannstrae
G-2
Greifswalder Strae
H/I-1/2
Grolmannstrae
C-4
Grobeerenstrae
F-5
Groe Hamburger Strae G-2/3
Gruner Strae
G-3
Hallesches Ufer
F-4
Hardenbergplatz
C-4
Heidestrae
E-2
Heinrich-Heine-Strae
F-4
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Index
Aapka
22
Adlon Kempinski
29
Admiralspalast
10
Adria
12
Aigner
21
Alexa Centre
29
Alpenstueck
21
Alte Nationalgalerie
28
Alternative Berlin Tours
58
Altes Museum
28
Altes Zollhaus
49
Anita Sikora's Berlin Walks 59
Anna Blume
45
April
35
Aufsturz
23
August Fengler
45
Austria
50
Babylon Mitte
12
Barcomi's Deli
23
Bavarium
35
Bergmann Curry
50
Berlin, Berlin
42
Berlin City Tour
58
Berliner Dom
26
Berlinische Galerie
56
Berlin Locals
59
Berlin Plaza
42
Black Box Cold War
26
Blue Man Group
11
Borchardt
22
Brandenburger Tor
25
Brewer's Berlin
59
Caf am Engelbecken
53
Caf am Neuen See
38
Caf im Literaturhaus
38
Cafe Kalwil
38
Caf Rix
53
Central Kino
12
Chan
49
Cicciolina
51
CineStar IMAX & Original
12
City Circle Buses
58
City Segway Tours
59
Computerspielemuseum
33
Cupcake Berlin
33
Curry 36
50
Daimler Contemporary Berlin
27
Dal - The Exhibition at
Potsdamer Platz
27
Das Stue
41
Deutsche Oper Berlin
10, 16
Deutscher Dom
26
Deutsches Currywurst Museum
27
Deutsches Historisches
Museum
27
Deutsches Technikmuseum 56
Diekmann
36
Die Schule
44
Dressler
37
Duke
37
Eastwood Berlin-Mitte
23
Einhorn
37
El Dorado
38
Ellington Hotel
42
English Theatre Berlin
13
Eschschloraque Rmschrmp
23
Eventim
13
Facil
22
Fat Tire Bike Tours
59
Fernsehturm
29
First Floor
36
Fischers Fritz
22
Fleischlust
44
Flohmarkt am Mauerpark
46
Francucci's
37
Franzsischer Dom
26
Freischwimmer
54
Friedrichstadt-Palast
11
Fhrerbunker
26
Galander
54
Geburtstagsklub
45
Gedchtniskirche
41
Gedenksttte Berliner Mauer 28
Gemldegalerie
28
Glory Duck
33
Golgatha
53
Gorgonzola Club
51
Grand Hotel Esplanade
42
Green Door
39
Grenander Morning Glory 38
Grner Salon
24
Gugelhof
44
Hackesche Hfe
12
Halle Tanzbhne
13
Hamburger Bahnhof
28
Haus am Checkpoint Charlie 56
Hebbel am Ufer
13
Hefner
39
Hekticket
13
Hilton
30
Hinterm Horizont
11
Honigmond & Garden Hotels
31
Hotel de Rome
30
Hugos
36
InBerlin Tours
59
Insider Tours
59
InterContinental
41
Isherwood's Neighbourhood
Tour
59
Jolesch
50
Jolly
21
Joseph Roth Diele
21
Jdisches Museum Berlin
56
Kfer Dachgarten
23
Kaffee Burger
24
Kamala
21
Kaufbar
33
Kempinski Bristol
41
Keule
32
Kilkenny Irish Pub
10, 25
Kimchi Princess
49
Knese
35
Knutschfleck
24
Koka 36
13
Komische Oper
10
Konnopke's Imbi
44
Konzerthaus Berlin
10
Kookaburra Comedy Club 13
Kuchenkaiser
53
Kulturbrauerei
46
KunstHalle
27
La Forchetta
37
Locanda
37
Luftgarten
53
Macondo
33
Mandala
31
Markthalle IX
56
Marooush
38
Marriott
30
Martin-Gropius-Bau
56
Mauerpark
46
Mein Haus am See
24
Memorial to the Murdered Jews
of Europe
26
Milchbar
54
Monsieur Vuong
21
MS Schiffskontor
57
Museum fr Film und
Fernsehen
29
Museum fr Naturkunde
29
Museumswohnung WBS 70 33
Mutter Hoppe
21
Neues Museum
28
Neue Synagoge
25
New Berlin Tours
59
Nikolaiviertel
25
Nolas am Weinberg
22
Olympic Stadium
41
Original Berlin Walks
59
Osteria N1
52
Ottenthal
36
Pagode
49
Palace
42
Panorama Caf
23
Panoramapunkt
30
Papagena
13
Paris-Moskau
22
Park Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz
31
Pergamon Museum
28
Pizzeria i Due Forni
45
Potsdamer Platz
25
Precise Myer's
43
Prenzlauer Berg Tourist
Information Centre
45
Quatsch Comedy Club
13
Radialsystem V
13
Radisson Blu Hotel
30
Reederei Riedel
57
Reederei Winkler
57
Reichstag
26
Reingold
24
Reinhard's
22
Renger-Patzsch
35
Restauration 1840
21
Restauration 1900
44
Riehmers
50
Ritz-Carlton
31
Roter Salon
25
Rotisserie Weingrn
21
Sachiko Sushi
38
Sale e Tabacchi
52
Samowar
38
San Diego Steakhouse
33
Santiago
45
Sarod's
50
Savoy Berlin
42
Schall und Rauch
45
Schaubhne
13
Schloss Charlottenburg
41
Schneewei
32
Schnitzelei
36
Schneberger Weltlaterne 35
Schwarzwaldstuben
21
Shakespeare & Sons
46
Slow Travel Berlin Tours
59
SO36
54
Soda Club
46
Sofitel Berlin Kurfrstendamm
42
Sophieneck
23
Spielbank Berlin
24
Spindler
50
Sputnik
12
Staatsoper im Schillertheater
10
Stasi Museum
33
Stasi Prison
33
Suksan
36
Sushi Imbiss am Wasserturm
45
Swera
51
Swisstel Berlin
42
Sylter Hof
42
tausche Taschen
46
Tempelhofer Freiheit
56
The Digital Eatery
23
The Harp
10, 40
Tiergarten
41
Tipi am Kanzleramt
11
Topographie des Terrors
56
Traube
22
Trentasei
52
Union Jack
40
Vicolo Bergmann
52
Viktoriapark
56
Waldorf Astoria
42
Wall Panorama
29
Week-End Club
25
Weinstein
45
Weltrestaurant Markthalle 54
Westin Grand
31
Wild at Heart
54
Wintergarten Varit
12
Wohnzimmer
45
Wrgeengel
54
Zander
44
Zillemarkt
35
Zille-Stube
21
Zimmermeister Brunzel's
Mietshaus
46
Zwiebelfisch
39
Zwlf Apostel
38
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Maps Restaurants Cafs Nightlife Sightseeing Shopping Events Hotels

Summer in the city

Galleries & Museums

The Hit Variety Festival

Only till 27 Septembe

Based on motifs of the successful show

Wed Sat 20:00 Sun 18:00 Tickets from 32*

Wed Sat 20:00

*Prices plus advance booking fee and 2 system fee/ticket

Sydney Arts Guid

Getting around by S&U

Essential travel tips

All about Berlins top teams

Culture & Events

Roll up for theatre, shows and cinema

Galleries & Exhibitions

The delights of the city centre

Workers paradise, students playground

Berlin Charlottenburg & The West

U Facilities for the disabled

M Nearest S/U-Bahn station

Genteel western Berlin

The gentried north

Immigrants, anarchists and hipsters

Sailing on the Spree and Landwehrkanal

Guided walks, bike rides and drives

A Credit cards accepted

Dinner price guide

Directory & Street register

Maps & Index

As always weve included a list of recommended sports

While the Neue Nationalgalerie is closed for thorough

Sales & Circulation

Whatever you do this summer, write in to tell us

Copyright notice & Editors note

The statue of an Amazon ghting

Berlin In Your Pocket

We have been busy these past couple

CRIME & SAFETY

Berlin In Your Pocket

VISAS AND ENTRY

DRINKS & ALCOHOL

Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Min Temp (C)

Max Temp (C)

room to play loud music and draw on the walls (literally, it

PRENZLAUER BERG (PB)

Berlin is without a doubt the German capital of sports - the

ALBA BERLIN (BASKETBALL)

Berlin In Your Pocket

Photo: Jan-Philipp Burmann/City-Press GbR

matches in Germany are quite peaceful events, meaning

Berlins professional volleyball team originates in the

FC UNION BERLIN (FOOTBALL)

FC Union is the working mans football team for

FCHSE BERLIN (HANDBALL)

HERTHA BSC (FOOTBALL)

Berlins main football team plays home matches at

Culture & Events

Berlin is blessed with a large number of quality theatres

OPERA & CLASSICAL MUSIC

Culture & Events

Culture & Events