Germany
Berlin travel guide
Berlin is a city that takes longer to love than most. It's not classically pretty, but the energy, the history, and the depth of culture reward time spent. The east-west divide still shapes its character. Nightlife runs to dawn and beyond.
When to visit
Best months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Berlin is best in summer when the parks and beer gardens come alive. May and September are also great.
Avoid: Winters are gray and long.
Where to stay
Mitte
central, museums, Brandenburg Gate · best for first-timers
Kreuzberg
Turkish + alternative, food, canals · best for food, nightlife
Neukölln
young, international, hip · best for repeat visitors
Prenzlauer Berg
gentrified, family-friendly, cafés · best for families
Friedrichshain
raw, clubs, East Side Gallery · best for clubbing
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