10 activities and sights in Berlin
In my previous blog, I already wrote about Leipzig, a city often combined with a incentive– of inspirational trip to Berlin. Earlier I also wrote about a group that 3-day incentive trip to Berlin have gone. Because Berlin is such a popular incentive destination and we know Berlin very well, in this blog I have listed 10 sights and activities that we often suggest for a booked incentive trip to this city.
What makes Berlin special?
What makes Berlin so special, you might be thinking? To begin with, it is of course the capital of Germany. Back when I used to visit a lot, Bonn was still the capital of West Germany and East Berlin the capital of East Germany. So it is a very unique city because of its history, in which The Berlin Wall physically divided the city into two zones for about 28 years.
Following the Cold War and the reunification of the German Democratic Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany, Berlin thus became the capital of Germany in 1990. The magnificent buildings dating from before the Second World War, combined with elements from the period of the division and the modern architecture of recent decades, make Berlin a city that is truly worth spending a few days in. Berlin is genuinely very hip and happening and it's buzzing! And perhaps you wouldn't expect it straight away, the groups that we see returning from Berlin are always wildly enthusiastic!
Top 10 things to do and see in Berlin
Berlin Wall
When you think of Berlin, you almost automatically think of the Berlin Wall. A 3.6-metre-high and over 45-kilometre-long concrete barrier between West and East Berlin. Following the Fall of the Wall in 1989, the structure was almost entirely demolished. In some places around the city, you can still find a small piece of the wall. The best place to see what the Wall looked like is at the East Side Gallery. Here, a 1,316-metre stretch of the wall still stands, which was painted in 1990 by 118 artists.
Reichstag
The Reichstag building is the parliament building of Germany. This stately nineteenth-century structure features a unique glass dome that visitors can walk through. At the base of the dome, the history of Berlin is showcased through a photo exhibition. From the roof, you have a wonderful view over Berlin. Admission to the Reichstag is free, but you do need to register in advance.
3. Trabant tour through Berlin
The Trabant became world-famous during the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Get behind the wheel of a Trabant and visit various sights from a completely different perspective! Driving a Trabant yourself is definitely a unique experience! We can tailor the tour completely to your needs.
4. Checkpoint Charlie
During the division of Berlin, there were a few crossing points where you could travel between East and West Berlin. The third crossing point, Checkpoint Charlie (C is the third letter of the alphabet), is an important sight in Berlin. What you see now is a replica of the original guardhouse between the American and the Russian zone. You can complete your visit to this place by also visiting the adjacent Wall Museum, which is dedicated to the Wall.
5. A bicycle tour of Berlin
Berlin is a great city to explore by bike. Everything is close together, making cycling extremely popular and easy. Our guides in Berlin can take you to the better-known sights or take an alternative route where you can discover Berlin in a completely different way!
6. Fernsehturm
In many panoramic photos of Berlin you can see this 368-metre-high tower. The great thing is that you can also visit the Fernsehturm. You take a lift to a height of 203 metres. From there you have a breathtaking view over the city and the surrounding area. On a clear day you can see up to 30 to 40 kilometres away!
If you want to enjoy the panorama, you can almost never go straight to the top. You have to buy tickets for a specific time slot. If you do that on site, you can often only go up hours later. Therefore, it is better to buy your tickets in advance via the internet.
7. Slot Charlotteburg
The original castle dates from the seventeenth century, but was heavily damaged during the Second World War. It was subsequently restored to the present-day castle that is open to the public every day except Monday. The adjoining garden is very fine.
8. Gendarmenmarkt
The rectangular square is characterised by three buildings: centrally the Konzerthaus Berlin with two identical churches on either side of the concert hall, the Französischer Dom and the Deutscher Dom. The view from the steps of both churches is magnificent.
9. Graffiti workshop
An original, fun and interactive activity to do during a group trip to Berlin is taking part in a graffiti workshop! Graffiti is immensely popular in Berlin. On the remaining parts of the Berlin Wall, you can admire wonderful works of art created with graffiti. During a graffiti workshop, you will get to work with the spray can yourselves, under the guidance of an experienced artist.
10. Berlin Cathedral
Of all the buildings in Berlin, the Berlin Cathedral may not be the prettiest, but when you stand in front of the cathedral you have a wonderful photographic composition with the distinctive 365-metre-high TV tower in the background. Anyone who visits the interior of the cathedral can reach the roof via some steep stairs, which offers a lovely view over this part of Berlin.
So far for this top 10 sights in Berlin. And this is just a concise list, Berlin offers much more. Interested in a incentive travel to Berlin or another destination? Then book quickly Contact Meet us!