Things to do in Berlin

There is the sophisticated Charlottenburg, which encloses the wonderful Tiergarten park, the magnificent summer residence of Prussian kings Schloss Charlottenburg and the elegant Kurfürstendamm street, home to art galleries, boutiques and upscale restaurants. There is the colorful, young, spicy and multiethnic face of Kreuzberg and that radical chic of Prenzlauer Berg. There is the futuristic character of Potsdamer Platz, which contrasts with the Soviet memories of the enormous Alexanderplatz with its TV Tower.

Do not miss the delightful inner courtyards of Hackescher Hofe, home to boutiques and trendy bars, and a walk to the East Side Gallery, the remnants of the Berlin Wall, now transformed in paintings by artists from all over the world. The Brandenburg Gate is also a must-see: It once divided the city into two while today it is the symbol of German unity. Art lovers will be happy with a visit to Museum Island and the Kulturforum. For your visit's grand finale you'll need to taste, finally, the currywurst, the typical and savoury street food of Berlin.