Lonely PlanetOct 12
Where to Stay in Berlin: the Best Neighborhoods for Every Traveler
Planning where to stay in Berlin? From Mitte to Neukölln, compare the city
epicenter of alternative art and culture
25 things in this story
- Brandenburg GateSighticonic landmark in Mitte
- East Side GalleryGallerymural-covered stretch of the Wall
- ReichstagAttractionseat of Germany's parliament
- Spree RiverSightwalk along the river for modern architecture
- Holocaust MemorialAttractionpowerful, essential stop for any visitor
- MauerparkParkbustling flea market on Sundays
- MitteNeighborhoodhistoric and cultural heart of Berlin
- MuseumsinselTrain stationlocated in Mitte
- Berlin WallSightpath traced by the wall
- Checkpoint CharlieAttractionformer crossing point between East and West Germany
- Topografie des TerrorsMuseumpresentation of Nazi atrocities
- Unter den LindenNeighborhoodstreet with cafes, galleries, boutiques, opera houses
- Circus HostelHostelbackpacker favorite near Rosenthaler Platz
- Arte Luise KunsthotelHotelgallery with rooms, each designed by a different artist
- Hotel de RomeHotelgrand 19th-century bank building with rooftop terrace
- Liu NudelhausRestaurantfood from Sichuan province, famous for palate-dazzling dishes
- Prenzlauer BergNeighborhoodknown for family-friendliness and laid-back atmosphere
- Bearpit Karaoke ShowFestivalopen-air karaoke event in Mauerpark
- EastSeven Berlin HostelHostelsmall, welcoming indie hostel with a garden
- Hotel OderbergerHotelpublic bathhouse turned stylish hotel with original swimming hall
- W Der ImbissRestaurantvegetarian fusion fare with signature naan pizza
- KreuzhainNeighborhoodepicenter of alternative art and culture
- Simon-Dach-StraßeNeighborhoodstreet with vibrant bars and clubs
- Görlitzer ParkParkpark for Späti beers
- Crack BellmerPubtechno club open every night