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CONTENTS
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Berlins districts 5
Getting streetwise
Arrival & Transport 6
Get your bearings on S, U and ICE
Culture & Events 7
Roll up for theatre, show and cinema
Green Berlin 16
How to be an ecotourist
Where to stay 17
From park bench to Park Grand
Restaurants in Mitte 22
Fine dining, food with a view, and more
Nightlife in Mitte 26
From light drinking to debauchery
Food & Drinks around town 27
Going out in Berlins happening hoods
What to see 43
Palaces, squares and museums
Cold war Berlin 53
Behind the Wall
Contents
Potsdam 54
Berlins friendly neighbour
River Tours 55
Sail the Spree
Shopping 56
Buy buy buy
Directory 59
Maps & Index
Street register 60
Centre map 61-63
Transport map 64-65
Index 66
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FOREWORD
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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 find everything they need. Public transportation is
far-reaching and effective 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 reunification, Mitte has rightly snatched back the title
of most-visited district from Charlottenburg. On and off 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)
I f downtown to you means wi de, traf fi c-fill ed streets,
crowds of shoppers, five-star hotels and tall buildings, then
Charlottenburg comes closest to fitting 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. Traffic 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 al ternati ve 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-off
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.
BERLIN DISTRICTS
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 nightli fe
scene are Schneberg (SB), the centre of gay Berli n,
and Friedrichshain (FH), filled 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 distri ct of
Zehlendorf (ZD).
Editorial
Editor-in-Chief Jeroen van Marle
Editorial Contributors
Wendy Wrangham, Christina Knight,
Jenny Pons, Michael Nevermann,
Philippe Krueger, Alex Zuckrow
Research Monika Kierewicz
Layout & Design Tom Haman
Photos Ansgar Meemken (AM),
Jeroen van Marle (JvM)
Maps Kartographie Eichner,
kaeichner@online.de, www.ellomap.de
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General Manager Stephan Krmer
Production Manager Philippe Krueger
Accounting Martin Wollenhaupt
Advertising Manager
Philippe Krger, Corina Al t
This summer Berliners and indeed the world
remember one of the most remarkable and dangerous
moments of the Cold War. On 13 August 1961 the
East German authorities started erecting the infamous
140-kilometre long Wall around West Berlin, in an
effort to stop the mass emigration from the GDR to
West Berlin and West Germany. Apart from creating
a very tense political situation that could have ended
very badly, the Wall effectively cut the city in half.
The separation had huge consequences for ordinary
people in east and west, as well as for mundane city
services like electricity, water and public transport,
effects that are felt to this day. A number of museums
have exhibitions dedicated to the 50th anniversary of
the Wall this season.
Museum fans should also try to be in town for the
29th edition of the Long Night of the Museums, an
incredible event which sees over 100 museums
and institutions open their doors until late at night,
with shuttle buses linking them up. See page 8 for
details.
As always, were happy to hear from readers about
their experiences in Berlin; email us at berlin@
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Si nc e t h e f al l o f t h e
Ber l i n Wal l ar ound 20
year s ago, Ber l i n has
experi enced breakneck
change: its infrastructure
was modernized from the
ground up, while entire city
districts were either created
from scratch or thoroughly
remodeled. Moreover, Berlin
has become a capital not
only in the political sense,
but culturally and intellectually as well. As a result, it is
now considered one of the most exciting and diverse
cities in all of Europe.
Berlin finds its positive image reflected in its tourist
industry statistics: more and more people are visiting
our city to see its countless attractions for themselves.
These i ncl ude, for exampl e, the ubi qui tous traces
of a turbulent and emotional history and the ci tys
compelling museums, which invite you to browse the
worlds cultures. The contemporary art scene, too, has
long since found a home in Berlin, proof of which can
be seen in the citys hundreds of galleries, many stellar
collections often exhibited in innovative settings
and, most recently, the new temporary art gallery in the
heart of the city.
Great art can of course also be experienced in Berlins
opera houses and its many renowned theaters. Its
wi de range of orchestras i ncl udi ng the Berl i ner
Phil harmoni ker, the Staatskapell e, the Deutsches
Symphonie Orchester, the Rundfunksinfonie Orchester,
and countless others is unmatched in its quality and
diversity. And lets not forget Berlins exciting club scene
and the many di fferent restaurants, pubs, and bars
that make the city the place to be for anyone looking for
cosmopolitan flair and the latest trends.
In this spirit, I would like to wish you an eventful stay
in Germanys capital city
welcome to Berlin!
Greeting
A l ong rusti ng metal wal l
besi de the l ast preser ved
section of the Berlin Wall forms
the Berlin Wall Memorial, north
of Mitte on Bernauerstrasse.
Besi de i t, the i nformati on
centre has exhi bi ti ons and
screens hi stori cal footage
about the building of the Wall,
50 years ago this summer; you
can climb up the tower to see
the Wall and deathstrip from
above too. See p.12 for more.
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CULTURE & EVENTS
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Public transport
Berlins integrated network of S-Bahn (Schnellbahn), U-Bahn
(Untererdische Bahn, underground), bus, and Straenbahn
(tram, in eastern Berlin only) is run by the BVG (tel. 194
49, www.bvg.de) and the system runs very smoothly, even
though they confuse everyone by naming buses and trams
the Metro network. If you remember the number (or colour)
and end station of the U or S line you want to use, youll soon
be navigating the labyrinth-like stations like a local. Signs
display the destination of the train, and at U-Bahn stations,
display when the next train will arrive.
The same tickets serve all BVG services. Vending machines
at stations and on trams have instructions in English and
accept coins (and on platforms, banknotes too). At larger
stations there are S-Bahn information and sales counters.
On buses, the driver can sell you a ticket.
With a 2.30 Einzelticket (single ticket) you can travel
one-way, with transfers, within the AB zone. Buy a 1.40
Kurzstrecke (short distance) ticket i f 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, consider either the
Tageskarte (day card, valid until 03:00 the next morning;
6.30) or seven-day pass (27.20).
I f youre in a group of up to five people, you can buy a
Kleingruppenkarte (group day ticket, 15.90). The BVG, the
tourist office, and some hotels sell a variety of great-value
multiday city cards including the Berlin WelcomeCard and
the City Tour Card (see Sights for more details). If youre
arriving in or leaving Berlin by train and your ticket says
Berlin Stadtbahn, you can travel free on the elevated S-Bahn
line between Charlottenburg and Ostbahnhof on the day of
arrival/departure.
Before boarding the S- or U-Bahn, always validate your
ticket by punching it in the machine near the end of the
platform. On buses and trams, the machines are on board.
Public transport uses the honour system, and there are
regular checks by plainclothes inspectors. If you are caught
without a ticket (or with an unvalidated one) youll be fined
40 on the spot.
You can go play the night owl, as the nightime transport
options are excellent and have smooth connections. All
U-Bahn trains run every 15 minutes on weekend nights;
on weekdays buses marked N travel their routes every
hal f hour. Also, all tram and bus lines starting with M run
every hal f hour at night.
Trains
DB (Deutsche Bahn, German railways) runs ICE trains (high
speed), EC (EuroCity) and IC (InterCity). Seat reservations are
sometimes obligatory; check before boarding. Tickets can
be purchased at the the DB Centres in the stations, or book
online in advance at DBs fabulous online train timetable at
www.bahn.de.
Berlins huge new glass-sheathed Hauptbahnhof main
station is where all regional and intercity trains stop.
The station has all the essentials; shopping mall, post
office, toilets and showers and the Infostore tourist
information centre. Zoo Bahnhof (Zoologischer Garten)
and Ostbahnhof (in Friedrichshain, 20 minutes away by
S-Bahn from Zoo Bahnhof) have been reduced to regional
train stations. All three stations are connected by the
main S-Bahn line, and some to the U-Bahn. Regional (RE)
trains along the elevated east-west track stop at Mittes
Alexanderplatz and Friedrichstrae stations as well. If
your ticket destination is Berlin Stadtbahn you can use
it to travel further on the elevated S-Bahn track between
Charlottenburg and Ostbahnhof stations.
Taxis
Taxi drivers have a fine reputation in Berlin, and not only for
the splendid cream-coloured Mercedes they drive. Taxis
queue outside S- and U-Bahn stops, and can also be hailed
from the street at the same rate. The special 3.50 Kurz-
strecke is a set fare for short trips (2km or 5 minutes), and
can only be used in hailed cabs and if you mention it as soon
as you board. Calling a taxi is an option as well; mention to
the operator if you want to pay by credit card, as not all taxis
have card-reading equipment. By the way, Funk means radio.
City Funk tel. 21 02 02
Funk Taxi Berlin tel. 26 10 26
Spree Funk tel. 44 33 22
Wrfel-Funk tel. 0800 222 22 55 (tollfree), tel. 0177-222
22 77 (for mobile phones)
ARRIVAL & TRANSPORT
Berlin has two airports (online at www.berlin-airport.de).
Tegel (TXL), the main airport, is 7km northwest of the
city centre. Behind the airport information desk in the
main hall are the BVG public transport ticket office
and the luggage office. Nearby are a post office and
ATMs. Tegel is well-connected to the city centre by bus;
the TXL JetExpressBus runs every 15-20 minutes
between 05:00 and 23:30, and is the quickest con-
nection to Hauptbahnhof station, Unter den Linden and
Alexanderplatz. Bus X9 (every 5-10 minutes from 04:50
to 23:00) gets you to Zoo Bahnhof in 20 minutes. Bus
N109 heads to S-Bahn station Charlottenburg and
N128 to U-Bahn station Osloer Strae. Single 2.10
tickets can be bought from machines outside or from
the driver, and are valid for two hours. A taxi to the city
centre will cost about 18.
Schnefeld airport (SXF) is 20km southeast of the city
centre and mostly serves budget flights and holiday char-
ters. A shuttle brings you to the nearby S-Bahn/railway
station. An Airport Express train from here reaches the
city centre in 30 minutes; the S-Bahn take about 40 min-
utes. Take bus X7 to U-Bahn station Rudow for Kreuzberg.
Airports
Philharmonie E-4, Herbert-von-Karajan-Str. 1, TG,
MPotsdamer Platz, tel. (+49)(0)30 25 48 89 99,
www.berlin-philharmonic.de. The crumpled-looking yellow
modernist building behind the chrome glitz of the Potsdamer
Platz developments was once just as revolutionary as its
new neighbour. The excellent Phil orchestra is directed by
Liverpudlian Sir Simon Rattle.
Staatsoper F/G-3, Unter den Linden 7, Mitte,
MFranzsische Str, tel. (+49)30 20 35 45 55, www.
staatsoper-berlin.org. A grand bui l di ng on Berl i ns
grandest boulevard, with beautifull y rebuil t interiors and an
in-house confectionary. Daniel Barenboim has been named
chief conductor for life of the award-winning Staatskapelle
orchestra, one of the oldest (1570) orchestras in the world.
The Staatsoper will be performing in the Schillertheater until
renovations are finished in 2013.
Shows
Admiralspalast F-3, Friedrichstrasse 101, MI, tel.
(+49)(0)30 47 99 74 99, www.admiralspalast.de.
Reopened to the public in 2006, the Admiralspalast was
originall y a bathhouse and club for Prussian soldiers to relax
in. Rebuil t in 1911, it was famous in Berlins Roaring 20s for
its cabaret, operetta house, spa and brothel. Hitler cleaned
up their acts in the 1930s, installing a private box so that he
could watch his favourite operetta The Merry Widow, and
in the 1940s the building was spared war damage. Bertold
Brecht used the theatre for his eyebrow-raising new theatre
in the 1950s and 60s before the theatre went into decline.
The complex has been restored (without the brothel) and is
a new centre of nightlife.
Berliner Residenz Konzerte B-3, Spandauer Damm
22-24, Groe Orangerie of Schloss Charlottenburg, tel.
+49 30 25 81 03 50, www.concerts-berlin.com. The
Berliner Residenz Orchestra plays famous Baroque-era works
by candlelight, with musicians in period costumes. Guests
can combine the concert with a tour of Charlottenburg castle
or a trip on the river Spree, and dinner amidst 500 candles.
Concerts take place 3 times weekl y. Q Admission 29-75.
Dinner starts at 18:00, the concert at 20:30.
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.
Ask the concierge
With three opera houses, seven resident orchestras, doz-
ens of variety and theatre companies and ticket prices to
match all wallets, Berlin is truly a culture-lovers paradise.
Here we present a selection of Berlins cultural highlights
that are suitable those who dont speak German. Tickets
for theatre, concerts and other events can be purchased
at the venues, the tourism offices as well as at one of
many ticket kiosks (convenient ones are in Friedrichstrae
and Alexanderplatz stations). Online bookings and pay-
ments for most events can easily be done via the venue
websites or www.btm.de.
Opera & Classical music
Deutsche Oper B- 3, Bi smar ckstr . 35, CB,
MDeutsche Oper, tel. (+49)(0)30 343 84 01/
(+49)(0)700 67 37 23 75 46 (tickets), www.
deutscheoperberlin.de. A functi onal, introver t 1960s
building houses the onl y opera stage availabl e to West
Berliners during the Wall era. I talian conductor Renato
Palumbo is the current musi c director.
Konzerthaus F-3, Gendarmenmarkt 2, MI, MStadtmitte,
tel. (+49)(0)30 20 30 90, www.konzerthaus.de. Together
wi th the neighbouring Deutscher and Franzsischer Dom
churches, the Konzerthaus forms Berlins most spectacular
archi tectural ensembl e. Ori ginall y buil t as a theatre by
Friedrich Schinkel in 1821, it was destroyed in WWII and onl y
reopened as a concert hall in 1984. The Berliner Sinfonie-
Orchester (conductor Eliahu Inbal) plays at the venue.
BD Berliner Dom, Am Lustgarten, tel. (+49)(0)30 878
56 85, www.berliner-dom.de.
CC C-Club, Columbiadamm 9-11, tel. (+49)(0)30 698
09 80, www.columbiaclub.de.
CH C-Halle, Columbiadamm 13-21, tel. (+49)(0)30 698
09 80, www.columbiahalle.de.
DG Deutsche Guggenheim, Unter den Linden 13-15,
tel. (+49)(0)30 202 09 30, www.deutsche-bank-kunst.
com/guggenheim.
HX Huxleys Neue Welt, Hasenheide 108-114, tel.
(+49)(0)30 627 93 20.
MB Messe Berlin, Messedamm 22, tel. (+49)(0)30
303 80, www.messe-berlin.de.
MG Martin-Gropius-Bau, Niederkirchnerstr. 7, tel.
(+49)(0)30 25 48 60, www.gropiusbau.de.
NA Neue Nationalgalerie, Potsdamer Strae 50,
tel. (+49)(0)30 2662651, www.neue-nationalgalerie.de.
OS Olympiastadion, Ol ympischer Platz 3, tel. (+49)
(0)30 688100, www.ol ympiastadion-berlin.de.
PB Postbahnhof, Strae der Pariser Kommune 8, tel.
(+49)(0)30 69812820, www.postbahnhof.de
PH Philharmonie, Herbert-von-Karajan-Str. 1, tel. (+49)
(0)30 25 48 80, www.berliner-philharmoniker.de.
TD Tempodrom, Mckernstr. 10, tel. (+49)(0)30 69 53
38 85, www.tempodrom.de.
WB Waldbhne, Glockenturmstr. 1, www.waldbuehne-
berlin.de.
Venue list Berlin
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cabarets mimes and contortionists silently ply their trade.
Here are the two exceptions.
Tickets for theatre, concerts and other events can be pur-
chased at the venues, the tourism offices as well as at one
of many ticket kiosks (convenient ones are in Friedrichstrae
and Alexanderplatz stations). Online bookings and payments
for most events can be done via www.btm.de (click to English
and then Tickets).
English Theatre Berlin F-5, Fidicinstr. 40, KB,
MPlatz der Luf tbrcke, tel. (+49)(0)30 693 56
92/691 12 11 (box office), www.etberlin.de. Berlin
residents, whether nati ve English speakers or not, come
to this theatre for the edgy programming on the li ttl e
black boxs stage. The entrance is in the back courtyard.
Q Admission 14/8.
Wi t h over 450 exhi bi t s, t he new museum and
cul tural hi ghli ght Dal - The Exhi bi tion at Potsdamer
Platz of fers the most compl ete overvi ew of Dals
virtuous and experimental mastery in almost all art
techni ques, ri ght here in the heart of Berlin. As Dal
once sai d: Come into my brain. In keeping wi th this
spiri t Surrealism for all, visi tors to Berlin now have
the chance to discover their Dal.
Dal - The Exhibition at Potsdamer Platz,
Leipziger Platz 7, M Potsdamer Platz, tel. +49 1805
10 33 23, www.daliberlin.de. Open 12:00-20:00, Sun
& holidays 10:00-20:00. Admission 11, reduced 9.
Dal - The Exhibition at Potsdamer Platz
DaliBerlin.de
BLUE MAN GROUP E-4, Marlene Dietrich Pl. 1, MI,
Stage BLUEMAX Theatre, MPotsdamer Pl., tel. (+49)(0)
18 05 44 44 (0.14/min), www.bluemangroup.de. The
(quite literally) Blue Man Group has been wowing audiences in
the US with a show that is a kaleidoscope, a whirlwind, a puzzle,
psychedelic, and many more adjectives that people just havent
managed to sum up the visually and musically powerful show
with. Eminently suitable for foreigners, the little text there is, is
in English. Q Tue-Fri 21:00; Wed, Thu, Sat 18:00, 21:00; Sun
18:00. Tickets from 54,90 (plus charges). A
Friedrichstadtpalast F-3, Friedrichstr. 107, MI,
MOranienburger Tor, tel. (+49)(0)30 23 26 23 26, www.
friedrichstadtpalast.de. 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. Q Tickets 17 - 61.
Schiller Theater C- 3, Bismarckstr. 110, CB,
MErnst- Reuter- Pl., tel. (+49)(0)30 847 20 03
12/0180-557 00 00. Musi cal s animate the stage of
thi s landmark theatre that ori ginall y opened in 1907
wi th the German poet and playwri ght Schill ers The
Robbers (1782).
Tipi am Kanzleramt E-3, Groe Querallee, TG,
MBundestag, tel. (+49)(0)180 327 93 58 (0,09/min),
www.tipi-das-zelt.de. Continuing a tradition that started a
century ago in Berlin, the Tipi team wine, dine and entertain
guests for an evening in their surprisingl y elegant, year-round
tent in Tiergarten park. Before the show starts, gourmet
food is served from their on-site kitchen. Then its over to
the artists featured that night to entertain the audience. Q
Tickets 18.50-36.
Wintergar ten Varit E-4, Potsdamer Str. 96,
Schneberg, MKurfrstenstr., tel. +49 30 58 84 33,
www.wintergarten-berlin.de. One of Berlins famed variety
theatres, formerl y located near Friedrichstrae station but
destroyed during the war, it was revived here ten years ago
as a dinner theater. Seated around tables, youll enjoy a
(mute) show with acrobats, magicians, clowns, jugglers and
more. New shows are put on three times a year. Before the
show, waiters will take orders for good meals (not included),
which are served during the break. Q Performances Wed-Sat
20:00, Sun 18:00. Admission 19-89.
Theatre & Comedy
Berlin is full of great theatre, but if you dont speak German,
youll be limited to enjoying the scenery of plays or watching
Berlins grooviest hotel is well-known for its relaxed Jazz
brunches, held Sundays between 11:30 and 14:30 in the
Duke restaurant. A set fee allows you to sample anything
from the buffet, while talented Jazz musicians take care
of the atmosphere. The schedule for August is:
The artists performing this August are the Jeffrey Dimen
Duo (7th), Jazzville Duo featuring Al B (14th), Veronika
Vogel Duo (21st) and the Denisa Duo (28th). Wine lovers
should drop by on 3 September, when eight of Germanys
top wine producers present their wines, paired with
fantastic food.
Ellington Hotel, D-4, Nrnberger Str. 50-55, tel.
(+49)(0)30 68 31 50, www.ellington-hotel.com.
Ellington Hotel events
The 29th edition of Berlins biannual Long night of the
Museums takes place on Saturday 27 August from 18:00
to 02:00. Over 100 museums and institutes participate.
The theme this summer edition is music, a homage to
the famous 1920s exhibition in Berlin Musik im Leben
der Vlker, which first introduced music in an intercultural
context. Like in previous editions, tours, performances,
workshops, childrens programmes and musical/literary
events are held beside the regular exhibitions. The Long
Night opens at the Kulturforum near Potsdamer Platz,
where tickets and information can be found, and from
where the shuttle buses head to all participating venues.
Tickets 15/10, for sale via www.museumsportal-berlin.
de, at BVG and S-Bahn station counters and other
ticketing offices. For more information see www.lange-
nacht-der-museen.de.
Long Night of the Museums
Enjoy classical concerts and a festive dinner in royal
surroundings. Baroque-era culinary deli caci es and
musical masterpieces are combined in the magical
surroundi ngs of the extravagant former summer
residence of the Hohenzollern dynasty.
August 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 23, 24; September 2,
6, 7, 9, 13, 14, 16, 21, 22, 28:
Johann Sebastian Bachs 5th Brandenburg Concerto,
movements from the Suite in B minor, Coffee-Cantata.
August 6, 13, 20, 31; September 3, 10, 17, 24
Baroque and early classical masterpieces: works by King
Frederick II, Hndel, Hasse, Graun, Mozart and Gluck.
Berliner Residenz Konzerte
Classical summer concerts
& culinary delicacies
in the historical settings of Charlottenburg Palace
dates:
tuesdays, wednesdays, fridays & saturdays
dinner 6.00 pm | concert 8.30 pm
Tickets
Tel.: 030 - 526 81 96-96
www.concerts-berlin.com
You can actually float in water thats floating in water at
the Badeschiff; Berlins bathing ship is a quite unusual
swimming pool, a converted barge moored in the River
Spree with an open-air bar and beach area next to it.
Covered in winter, its wide open in summer to 360
views of the river and city - hows that for an infinity pool.
Badeschiff, Arena Berlin, Eichenstrae 4, tel. +49
30 533 20 30, www.arena-berlin.de. Open 08:00 -
24:00. Admission 4/3.
Arena Badeschiff
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Kookaburra G-2, Schnhauser Allee 184, PB, MRosa-
Luxemburg-Pl., tel. (+49)(0)30 48 62 31 86, www.
comedyclub.de. Laughing matters at Berlins premi er
comedy club, which has English-language stand-up comedy
every Tuesday at 20:30 and Saturday at 23:45. Kim Eustaces
Comedy Night alternates with the Supernaturals experimental
comedy show on Tuesdays, whil e the hilari ous Laugh
Ol ympics improvisation al ternates with the Treason Show
(Brighton) and others on Saturdays. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00,
Fri, Sat 12:00 - 02:00, Sun 11:00 - 24:00. Closed Mon. Shows
at 20:30. Admission 3-12.
Classical music
9 August, 20:00 BD
Vivaldi Night
Conductor: Stefan Bevier; Works by Antonio Vivaldi
16 August, 20:00 WB
Anna Netrebko, Erwin Schrott & Jonas Kaufmann
Prague Philharmonic Orchestra
3 September, 20:00 PH
The Philadelphia Orchestra
Works by Rihm, Liszt, Berlioz
4 September, 20:00 PH
SWR Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg
Works by Hans Zender
5 September, 20:00 PH
Pierre-Laurent Aimard (piano)
Works by Liszt, Wagner, Berg, and Skrjabin
11 September, 20:00 PH
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
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In the STAR TREK Exhibition, from 1st May to 31st
October, visitors have the chance to sit on the le-
gendary Captains Chair on the bridge of the USS
Enterprise 1701 D and to immerse themselves in
the world of STAR TREK, one of the biggest and
most successful franchises in the cinematic and te-
levision history. Exhibits of all fve TV series and of
the movies are presented on 1200 sq.m. in a very
convincing way. A galactic 6-month program will
fascinate not only fans of STAR TREK. Original ex-
hibits and costumes as well as exclusive merchandi-
se put the fnishing touch to this unique experience.
Stage props and information around STAR TREK
are presented live in Babelsberg until 31st October.
EXHIBITION ACCESS
13,00 EUR
Children (4-14 years old): 10,00 EUR
daily 10 am - 6 pm
last admission 5 pm
TM & 2011 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks are
trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
26 August to 24 October 2011
Hokusai
Retrospective
Martin-Gropius-Bau Berlin
Niederkirchnerstrae 7 D-10963 Berlin Germany
Tel. +49(0)30 254 86-0 Opening hours:
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Since Berlins transformation in the 1990s, the city has
become increasingly popular for tourists and expats,
not in the east because of its wallet-friendly prices
when compared to other European capitals. With the
foreigners, several English-language publications have
come. Apart from Berlin In Your Pocket which targets
visitors, heres an overview of Berlins locally-published
English-language publications.
Berlin&I, www.berlin-and-i.de. A German/English
tourist publication with feature articles about shopping,
sightseeing, eating out and more.
Berlin Faces, www.berlinfaces.de. A quarterl y
German/Engl i sh publ i cati on wi th pai d l i sti ngs of
restaurants, shops and other businesses.
Berlin This Month, www.thismonth-berlin.com. A
monthly German/English events guide.
EXBERLINER, www.exberli ner.com. Berl i ns
excellent expat magazine has been serving the citys
burgeoning expat scene since 2002, and is published
ever y month and sol d i n shops for 2, 50 or vi a
subscription. Articl es focus on events, exhibi tions,
nightlife and city sights, and there are handy listings for
long-term accommodation and classifieds.
Time Out Berlin, www.timeout.com. A qual i ty
guidebook that the Berlin In Your Pocket team is proud
to collaborate with, Time Out has the finger on the citys
pulse, with listings for accommodation, sights, food,
nightlife and festivals. Updated every 2-3 years.
Berlin in English
Hokusai at the Gropius-Bau
Over 350 works by the world-famous Japanese artist
Hokusai (17601849) are on display in Berlins Martin-
Gropius-Bau, featuring works from all periods of his 70-year
career: woodcuts and drawings, illustrated books and
paintings. Hokusai is perhaps best known for his series
Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (182329), most famous
of which is the woodcut The Great Wave off Kanagawa,
showing two boats dwarved by huge waves, with Mount
Fuji in the background. Hokusai was born in 1760 in Honjo,
a district of Edo (now Tokyo). At six he was able to draw
and by the age of twelve he was working in one of the
many libraries in Edo that lent out printed books. By the
time he was eighteen he was already a master of the art
of the woodcut.
Cheap paper and printing techniques allowed woodcut
artists to produce large numbers of pri nts. Popular
topi cs were pi ctures of beauti ful women, Sumo
wrestlers, and Kabuki actors; flying dealers sold prints
all over Japan, mostly to middle class customers. Apart
from prints, Hokusai produced over 1,000 illustrations
for novels.
Besides highlights of Hokusai's works, the exhibition
explains the historical and cultural setting that he worked
in, and the cultural and commercial contact with Europe
that arrived via the Dutch traders in Nagasaki.
Martin-Gropius-Bau F-4, Niederkirchnerstr. 7, KB,
MPotsdamer Pl., tel. 25 48 60, www.gropiusbau.de.
Open 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Tue.
Hokusai - Kohada Koheiji, 1831-32, Katsushika
Hokusai Museum of Art
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12 September, 20:00 PH
Schsische Staatskapelle Dresden
Works by Busoni, Pfitzner, and Brahms
16 September, 20:00 PH
Luigi Nono
Prometeo - Tragedia dell ascolto
18 September, 11:00 PH
Andrs Schiff (piano)
Works by Beethoven, Bartk, Jancek, and Schubert
19 & 20 September, 20:00 PH
Staatskapelle Berlin
Conductor: Daniel Barenboim; Works by Nono, Mozart,
and Liszt
Concerts
12 August, 20:00 HX
Good Charlotte (Pop)
13 August, 19:30 WB
Joe Cocker (Rock)
20 August, 20:00 WB
Max Raabe & Palastorchester (Chanson)
outstanding compositions, his inspired surreal poetry with
which he recorded seemingly simple things and situations
earned him great respect.
Until 9 October DG
Upon a Time
Using fables, myths and fairy tales cultures could always
approach the mysterious aspects of their world. Changing
times and contexts develop these themes in the imagination
of the viewer. These traditions have been recorded by artists,
creating new forms of storytelling, adapting existing stories
by using the media of film and video, often to depict neglected
moments in recent history.
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 find 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.
Am Zwirngraben 17-20, tel. 2832084, www.
kilkenny-pub.de. Open daily from 10:00.
Irish Harp Pub
Just one minute off Kurfrstendamm, the Irish Harp Pub
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.
Giesebrechtstr. 15, Charlottenburg. tel. +49 30
22 32 87 35, www.harp-pub.de. Open Mon-Fri from
10:00, Sat/Sun from 08:00.
Irish Harp & Kilkenny
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17.08. OSCA (ELEKTROSWING)
24.08. JOSH OTTUM (INDIE POP)
31.08. STANKOWSKI (ROOTS POP)
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In the doubl e exhibi tion ber Leben (About li fe /
Survi val) at the Deutsches Historisches Museum,
some 280 photographs by Thomas Hoepker and Daniel
Biskup are on show, documenting the events between
the building of the Wall and the end of communist rule
in Eastern Europe. Thomas Hoepker caught the daily
lives of people in the GDR on camera, while Daniel
Biskup documented the nearly forgotten crises and
conflicts since 1989, witnessing li fe and survival in
the disintegrating Soviet Union and the crisis areas of
the Balkans. On August 13, the day the Wall was built,
admission to the museum is free.
Deutsches Historisches Museum, Unter den
Linden 2, Mitte, tel. +49 30 20 30 40, www.dhm.de.
Daily 10:00 - 18:00.
Life behind the Wall
Its not long ago that we celebrated the 20th anniversary of
the fall of the hated Berlin Wall, but already theres another
Wall-related commemoration. It was on 13 August 1961,
50 years ago, that the GDR goverment started construction
of the 140-kilometre anti-fascist protection wall encircling
West Berlin. This event stunned the world, split up many
families and friends for decades, and lead to US and Soviet
tanks facing each other off at Checkpoint Charlie; the only
such dangerous encounter of the Cold War.
Leading up to the construction of the Wall, the Soviet-
dominated German Democratic Republic, East Germany,
was lagging behind West Germany in terms of economic
development and political freedom. Although the main
border between the two countries was closed, Berlin, which
was in the centre of the GDR, was a remarkable place
as people could freely travel around it, despite it being
devided between the Allies three West Berlin sectors, and
East Berlin. To escape the East German dreariness and
stagnation, approximately 20% of the GDR population
crossed over from East into West Berlin, from where they
could reach West Germany relatively unimpeded.
On that 13th of August, seemingly out of the blue and in
contradiction to promises by GDR leaders to never build
a wall, thousands of soldiers were trucked into Berlin
overnight and started work on the border installations,
first placing barbed wire and a simple wall which over
the years evolved into a scarily efficient death strip that
was only dismantled after Gorbachevs reforms crumbled
even the GDRs power.
To learn more about the Wall and to see the heartbreaking
images of family members and friends waving at each
other from either side of the Wall, the escape attempts
and how it all ended, we recommend a visit to the
Alliiertenmuseum, the impressive Berlin Wall Memorial
(where you see the original configuration of the Wall),
and the Haus am Checkpoint Charlie, as described on
our Cold War Berlin page (p.59).
50 years of the Berlin Wall
Thomas Hoepker, Kind an der Berliner Mauer im
Wedding, Berlin (West), 1963
2 September, 21:00 CC
Tito & Tarantula (Rock)
5 September, 20:00 MB
OMD - Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (New Wave)
5 September, 20:00 OS
George Michael (Pop)
12 September, 21:00 PB
Natalia Kills (Pop)
18 September, 20:00 TD
Kevin Costner & Modern West (Rock/Country)
20 September, 20:00 CH
The Specials (Ska)
Exhibitions
Until 14 August NA
Stella & Calatrava. The Michael Kohlhaas Curtain.
On the occasion of the 200th anniversary of Heinrich von
Kleists deat, artist Frank Stella and architect Santiago
Calatrava developed a joint project in which they deal with
Kleists novella Michael Kohlhaas.
Until 11 September MG
Andr Kertsz Photographs
Andr Kertsz attained a place in 20th century photographic
history with images such as Swimming underwater (1917),
Chez Mondrian (1926) and Fork (1929). Apart from his
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Forei gn f i l m of feri ngs i n Ger man ci nemas are
of t en dubbed, whi ch i s an i r r i t at i on f or non-
German speakers but i s a good gi g for the voi ce-
over ar t i st s. Look i n l ocal l i st i ngs magazi nes
l i ke Ti p and Zi tty, f or subt i t l ed f i l ms; t hese
are mar ked i n wi t h OmU or OmengU (ori gi nal
ver si on wi t h Ger man/Engl i sh subt i t l es) and
OF or OV (ori gi nal ver si on); DF means Ger man
ver si on. Ci neSt ar has t he l ar gest sel ect i on of
non- dubbed f i l ms.
Arsenal E-4, Potsdamer Str. 2, KB, MPotsdamer
Pl., tel. (+49)(0)30 26 95 51 00, www.fdk-berlin.de.
This little art house cinema is in the basement beneath
the Film Museum in the Sony Center. International films,
some in English, some wi th English subti tles, are the
normal fare. Q Tickets 6.
CineStar Original E-4, Potsdamer Str. 4 (Sony
Center), Tiergarten, MPotsdamer Pl., tel. (+49)30
26 06 64 00, www.cinestar.de. The cinema i s
loved by english-speakers and film purists for showing
their movi es, including 3D, in their ori ginal version:
no dubbing, no subti tles. Wi th sleek ambience, eight
screens, cocktail bar, roomy seating(even love seats),
this were to catch the latest blockbuster or arthouse
success. Q Ti ckets 7.50, Mon, Wed 6.50, Tue
4.50, Thu 5.50.
Event Cinema Berlin E-4, Potsdamer Str. 4, (Sony
Center), Tiergarten, MPotsdamer Pl., tel. (+49) 30
26 06 64 00, www.cinestar-imax.de. Wherever they
take you, the combination of the towering screen and
superb cinematography is awe-inspiring. Films last 45
minutes, German version onl y. Q Tickets 8.50, Sat,
Sun 8.70, Tue 6.70.
Hackesche Hfe G-2, Rosenthaler Str. 40, MI,
MHackescher Markt, tel. (+49)(0)30 283 46 03,
www.hackesche-hoefe.org. Many foreign films play
here, so speakers of languages other than German
could get by here as long as the films arent dubbed
many have German subti tles). Youll have to climb three
flights of stairs to get here, but theres a nice row of
banquettes to catch your breath in. Q Tickets 7.50,
Mon 6, Tue 5.
Highend 54 F-2, Oranienburger Str. 54, (Tacheles),
MI, MOranienburger Tor, tel. (+49)(0)30 283
14 98. Documentaries, anything by Jim Jarmusch or
Goran Bregovic, and the occasional reprise of the Coen
brothers The Big Lebowski are standard fare in the
intimate theater here. The modern couch seating is
posi ti vel y luxurious and qui te a contrast to the rundown
building i tsel f. A cool bar is attached. Q Tickets 5-6,
Mon 4.50.
Par i s C- 4, Kur f r s t endamm 211, CB,
MUhlandstr., tel. (+49)(0)30 881 31 19, www.
cinema-paris.de. The largest air mili tar y missi on in
histor y took place during peacetime in Berlin. The
documentar y The Berlin Airlift shows how planes
supplied everything 2.5 million West Berliners needed
for 11 months between June 1948 and May 1949. In
English ever y Saturday at 11:00. Q Ti ckets 8, Mon
5, Tue, Wed 6.
Cinemas
Movies in their original
language versions
and in 3D inside the
spectacular Sony
Center Berlin!
Enjoy Germanys largest
variety of non-dubbed movies
selected films also in 3D
at CineStar Original! At IMAX
3D you experience 3D movies
on Berlins biggest screen
in their German version. Further
info at www.cinestar.de
U/S-Bahnto Potsdamer Platz, Busses 200, M41, M48, 347
26 August until 24 September MG
Hokusai - Retrospective
The Martin-Gropius-Baus exhibition dedicated to the famous
Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), is the first
major retrospective of its kind in Germany. The best-known
image is Hokusais woodcut The Great Wave at Kanagawa,
part of the 36 Views of Mount Fuji series (1823-29).
Trade fairs
2-7 September MB
IFA - consumer electronics fair
7-9 September MB
Popkomm - The International Music Business Market
9-11 September FT
Preview Berlin 2011
Art fair
23-25 September MB
YOU 2011 - Germanys biggest youth fair
29 September - 2 October MB
Venus Berlin; international erotics fair
The Wintergarten Varit theatres new show, Forever
Young, uses classi c hi ts played li ve by a si x-man
band that remind us all of our carel ess youths as
background music to stunning acts in this rock variety
show. For exampl e Sati sfacti on on the trapeze,
j uggling and comedy to the gui tar ri ff of Light My
Fire and more music by the Beatles, Rolling Stones,
Nirvana, Pink Fl oyd and many others. Fi ttingl y, the
Wintergarten itsel f has a musical past, starting off
as a cinema in 1913 but used as a rock concert hall
from 1970 to 1989.
Wintergarten Varit, Potsdamer Str. 96,
Schneberg, tel. +49 30 58 84 33, www.wintergarten-
berlin.de. Shows Wed-Sat 20:00, Sun 18:00.
Wintergarten: Forever Young
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Experience one of the coolest, most unique and most
environmentally friendly tours in Berlin with Europes first
fully-electric tuktuk. Known and loved throughout Asia,
the tuktuk (called this because of the sound its engine
makes) has delighted and terrified tourists from around
the world. Stories abound of drivers in Bangkok doing
100kmh on crowded city streets while white-knuckled
passengers pray they would make it to their next buffet
dinner. Well, now you can enjoy the fun without the fear
(or the noise or smell). The eTuk is built to European
safety standards and drives at a comfortable 45kmh.
Rent one to drive yourself (its very easy), or take one
of our guided city tours. The stretch eTuk seats up to
four adults and two children, so its perfect for families
or groups. More information at www.etuktuk.de or tel.
+49 17 37 35 00 64.
eTukTuk
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Guided city tours
Hourly/daily rental
You drive!
Fun-Flavored Electric Vehicles 030.51 655 100
A visitor wandering through Berlin will soon notice the many
parks and green zones in the city, and the spacious setup of
the streets, with plenty of space for pedestrians and cyclists.
Of all German cities, Berlin has the least cars compared to
population, and with a truly excellent public transport system
and some whopping big green areas, the city is already miles
ahead of others when it comes to a clean green environment.
Of course, the absence of large-scale industry around the
city helps when it comes to avoiding pollution and waste,
as does the modest income of most inhabitants. Various
new green initiatives are of interest to locals as well as to
visitors; from hotels and restaurants to bike and car rental,
theres plenty of ways to go green in Berlin.
Many hotels and restaurants now sport eco-credentials;
the mitArt Hotel in Mitte (www.mitart.de) is completely run
to high ecological standards, and also has a good caf and
restaurant serving bio-food; the Bleibtreu in Charlottenburg
(www.bleibtreu.com) is another hotel using only natural
products. Dozens of restaurants, cafs and supermarkets
are into healthy organic food; a good selection can be found
via www.berlingoesgreen.de.
When it comes to getting around, Berlins public transport is
fantastically efficient and keeps on going night and day on
certain routes. Visitors can leave the car at the hotel and hop
on double-decker buses 100 or 200 which offer an affordable
way to criss-cross the city, taking in most of the main sights; hop
off and on as you wish. The elevated S-Bahn railway snaking its
way across the city centre is also great for sightseeing. However
good it is, public transport wont get you everywhere and on a
nice summers day its great to be out in the open opt for a bike
in that case. Berlins a safe city to cycle, and there are various
rental companies such as Berlin on Bike (www.berlinonbike.
de), Fahrradstation (www.fahrradstation.de) and Fat Tire (www.
berlinfahrradverleih.com) which rent out bikes for under 15
per day and also offer tours that take in more than just the city
centre sights, and venture out into the surrounding districts.
The German Railways excellent Call-a-Bike system (requires
registration; www.callabike.de) has bikes all over the city that
are activated with a phone call.
Finally, VeloTaxis egg-shaped CityCruisers powered by a
combination of pedalling and electricity and seating two, can
be spotted all over the city centre; hail one near Brandenburg
Gate or call (tel. +49 30 400 56 20, www.velotaxi.de).
Electronic transport is a new, upcoming alternative. At
the recent Challenge Bibendum mobility event in Berlin,
thousands of visitors from the automotive industry, politics
and media gathered to see progress in electronic mobility,
and a parade of 100 electric vehicles whispered through
Berlins streets. Berlins eMo project makes electromobility
a focal point of the next decade, aiming to make the city one
of the worlds leading green economies, with a million electric
vehicles on the roads by 2020.
Before thats reality, visitors can already rent Segways and
electric cars to zip around the city on two or four wheels at
Yoove (from 14,90 per hour, tours from 49, electro-cars
from 79 per day; Am Borsigturm 68 and a dozen other
locations, tel. +49 30 43 60 28 97 97, www.yoove.com).
More nifty vehicles are available at Lautlos durch Deutschland
(silently though Germany), which rents out Pedelecs (electromotor-
assisted bicycles), Bikeboards, Elmoto electromotorbikes and
electric cars (bikes and scooters from 8/hour, cars from 99/
day; Wilhelmstrasse 93 and Zimmerstr 97, tel. +49 30 88 76 62
34, www.lautlos.com). Another newcomer is eTukTuk, zipping you
around three-wheeled electronic tuktuk rickshaws, or renting
them out for self-drive adventures, starting this summer (tel. +49
17 37 35 00 64, www.etuktuk.de). Note that youll need a driving
license for some of these devices.
Berlins Central Park the Tiergarten. The hotel is just steps
away from the KaDeWe, the New National Gallery and the
Sony Center. Arrive at the glass-covered atrium and enter a
world of stylish ambiance and perfect service. Enjoy the view
of an illuminated water wall while taking a break at the Terrace
Restaurant or enjoy a cocktail at the legendary Harrys New
York Bar with Live Entertainment every night. Work out at the
Triangle Heal th & Spa, jog through the Tiergarten, Berlins
Central Park or rent a bicycle directl y at the hotel to discover
Berlin. The main train station is onl y 8 minutes away by taxi.
The three Berlin airports can be reached fast and easil y. Q
394 rooms (singles/doubles from 99, 40 suites from 145).
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Grand Hyatt E- 4, Marl ene- Di etri ch- Pl . 2, MI,
MPotsdamer Pl., tel. 25 53 12 34, fax 25 53 12
35, berlin@hyatt.de, www.berlin.grand.hyatt.com.
Par t of the mi ni -ci t y at Potsdamer Pl at z, the Grand
Hyat t has i ts own archi tecture gui de and mi ght j ust
be the cool est hotel in Berlin, arranged according to
anci ent Feng-Shui principl es. Perks in the large rooms
include books, broadband internet access, and free
frui t and mi neral water. Q342 rooms (342 si ngl es
220 - 235, 342 doubl es 265 - 280, 14 tripl es 385
- 400, 5 grand sui tes 505 - 520, 5 grand executi ve
sui tes 870 - 885, 2 presidential sui tes 2520 - 3335).
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Hilton F-2, Mohrenstr. 30, MI, MStadtmitte, tel. (+49)
(0)30 202 30, fax (+49)(0)30 20 23 42 69, info.berlin@
hilton.com, www.hilton.com. Maybe i ts the excellent
breakfast and not the privileged view on Gendarmenmarkt
that keeps guests coming back. Like the living room your
parents used only when guests came over, these rooms have
a formal air. The location is perfect for attending summer
concerts on the square and Mitte attractions are so close
you cant use long walks as an excuse for indulging in the
exotic spa treatments. Q591 rooms (singles 145 - 345,
doubles 145 - 345, suites 220 - 1145). Breakfast 26.
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Adlon F-2, Unter den Linden 77, MI, MUnter den
Linden, tel. 226 10, fax 22 61 22 22, adlon@kempinski.
com, www.hotel-adlon.de. The historic Adlon hotel has
views of the Brandenburg Gate, unfussy 1920s-style rooms
wi th cherry wood, black marble and rich fabrics, plus the
staff provides impeccable service. However, the Adlons
excellent services can often bring noteriety - first Michael
Jacksons baby-dangling episode, and now the CEO of
the Bundesbank has been forced to resign after having
Dresdner Bank pay his Adlon tab after he stayed here for
the euro introduction celebrations. There is no such thing
as bad publici ty though, and wi th such esteemed guests
checking in on a regular basis the Adlon remains the most
famous hotel in Berlin, nay Germany. Q375 rooms (302
singles 240 - 310, 302 doubles 290 - 360, 72 sui tes
520 - 3800, 1 presidential sui te 8500). Breakfast 29.
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ARCOTEL Velvet F-2/3, Oranienburger Str. 52, MI,
MOranienburger Tor, tel. 278 75 30, fax 278 75 38 00,
velvet@arcotel.at, www.arcotel.at. This Austrian-owned,
7-floor design hotel has the cuisine of Lutter & Wegner to
keep it from getting homesick but otherwise fits well onto
gentrifying Oranienburger Str. A flatscreen TV and CD player
are the rooms technical perks. Forget to draw the curtains
in front of your wall of window and you may end up being
the best entertainment on the street. Q85 rooms (71
doubles 110 - 250, 14 suites 150 - 450). Breakfast 15.
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Berlin D-4, Ltzowpl. 17, TG, MNollendorfpl., tel.
260 50, fax 26 05 27 16, inf o@hotel-berlin.de,
www.hotel-berlin.de. Mostl y known for i ts conference
facili ti es, the Berlin i s a 1950s hotel in a central but
rather bland area just south of Ti ergar ten park. The glam
peri od l obby and restaurant gi ve way to comfor tabl y
furni shed rooms, in a vari et y of st yl es. The Lt zow
Lounge spor ts bar shows l i ve spor ts acti on on bi g
screens, whil e peace can be found in the green summer
garden restaurant. Q701 rooms (103 singl es 100 -
195, 569 doubl es 100 - 245, 29 sui tes 220 - 900).
PHARUFLGKD hhhh
El l i ngton Hotel D- 4, Nrnber ger Str. 50- 55,
MWittenbergplatz, tel. 68 31 50/683 15 55 55,
contact@ellington-hotel.com, www.ellington-hotel.
com. A beautiful 1920s building holds the Ellington hotel,
named after the American jazz legend. Si tuated near the
Kurfrstendamm and Berlin Zoo, the rooms here have clean,
understated and elegant design, wi th the Tower Sui tes
offering great views over town. The Duke hotel restaurant
serves up international cuisine in fabulous surroundings.
Q285 rooms (singles 108 - 238, doubles 118 - 248,
suites 168 - 428). PJHARUFLK
Grand Espl anade D- 4, Lt zowuf er 15, TG,
MNollendorfpl., tel. 25 47 80, fax 254 78 82 22,
www.esplanade.de. Discover the popular Grand Hotel
Esplanade Berlin, a completely renovated and modern design
hotel convenientl y located in between the cosmopoli tan
Kurfrstendamm and the Potsdamer Platz, right next to
P Air conditioning A Credit cards accepted
O Casino H Conference facilities
T Child friendl y U Facilities for the disabled
R Internet W Wi-Fi L Guarded parking
F Fitness centre G Non-smoking rooms
K Restaurant M Nearest S/U-Bahn station
D Sauna C Swimming pool
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decorated by a different Berlin artist of the Young Savages
school, and indeed its the modern art youll remember after
checking out. Q403 rooms (374 singles 153 - 223, 374
doubles 172 - 242, 29 suites 300 - 1900). Breakfast 19.
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Marriott E-4, Inge-Beisheim-Pl. 1, MI, MPotsdamer
Platz, tel. 22 00 00, fax 22 00 01 00, www.marriott.
com. Ten floors of superb rooms, conference facilities and
suites (including the Capital Suite with dining room, piano and
entourage annex room). The lobby has a 3 tonne black granite
globe spinning serenel y on a watery base and the copper
facade of one wall plays an unearthl y light show. A wellness
centre, classic Art Deco NY bar and grill and executi ve
amenities round out one of Berlins newest and finest hotels.
Q379 rooms (350 singles 159 - 219, 350 doubles 159 -
219, 9 suites 350 - 1200, 80 executive room 199 - 259).
Breakfast 22. PHAFLGKDC hhhhh
Palace D-4, Budapester Str. 45, CB, MZoologischer
Garten, tel. 250 20, fax 25 02 11 19, hotel@palace.de,
www.palace.de. Joining the shopaholics shuttling from the
Europa Center next door, sightseers ogling the zoo across the
street, and gourmands feasting at the First Floor restaurant
are guests schmoozing in the banquet and conference rooms
that include Tai-Ping carpets, oak paneling, and fireplaces.
The staidl y furnished rooms are large. Q239 rooms (59
singles 200 - 300, 191 doubles 225 - 325, 32 sui tes
325 - 2150). PHARUFLGKDC hhhhh
Pr eci se Casa Berl i n C- 4, Schl ter str. 40,
MAdenauerplatz, tel. +49 30 280 30 00, fax +49 30 28
03 00 50, casa@precisehotels.com, www.precisehotels.
com. Experience Modern Living just off the busy KuDamm
street, and within striking distance of nightlife, culture and the
trade fair grounds. Casas 29 designer rooms feature Philip
Starck taps, quality furniture and elegant finishings, and theres
Wi-Fi throughout too. Q29 rooms (singles 74 - 288, doubles
74 - 288). Breakfast 12,50. AW
Htel Concorde Berlin C-4, Augsburger Str. 41,
MKurfrstendamm, tel. (+49)(0)30 800 99 90, fax (+49)
(0)30 80 09 99 99, concordeberlin@concorde-hotels.
com, www.concorde-hotels.com/concordeberlin. The
latest five-star hotel to open in Berlin, the French-run, 11-floor
Htel Concorde Berlin impresses with its wonderfully designed
rooms with sleek fine woods, contemporary art, flatscreen
TVs and, on higher floors, fantastic views. The curved corner
suites have sliding walls, elegant free-standing bathtubs and
electronicall y adjustable bathroom window opaci ty. Back
downstairs, there are top-notch conference facilities, and the Le
Faubourg brasserie. The business centre and wellness centre
are free to use for all guests. Q311 rooms (singles 230 - 280,
doubles 240 - 300, 44 suites 280 - 950). Breakfast 28.
Hotel de Rome F-3, Behrenstr. 37, MI, tel. (+49)(30)
460 60 90, fax (+49)(30) 46 06 09 20 00, info.derome@
roccofortecollection.com, www.hotelderome.com.
Overlooking the historical Bebelplatz square just off Unter den
Linden, this top-class hotel occupies a magnificent palace-like
building with three courtyards. Originall y the headquarters of
the Dresdner Bank from 1889 to 1945. Plenty of lovely original
details, wooden panelling, marble (and even shrapnel damage)
pervade the high-ceilinged rooms and communal spaces, and
the banks vaul t is now a 20-metre pool. Extreme luxury in
the middle of all the action. Q146 rooms (103 singles 395
- 495, 103 doubles 395 - 495, 43 suites 595 - 4100).
InterContinental D-4, Budapester Str. 2, MI,
MZoologischer Garten, tel. 260 20, fax 26 02 26
00, berlin@interconti.com, www.interconti.com. The
stretch its on is a yawn, but this West Berlin stal wart has
been keeping up with the times. The excellent restaurant
Hugos has been relocated to the 14th floor for a stunning
view, east-wing rooms have been recast into minimalist
abodes with furnishings you can rearrange through swivel
acti on, and the spa has been revamped wi th several
saunas. Q584 rooms (534 singl es 165 - 350, 534
doubles 170 - 400, 50 suites 215 - 2500). Breakfast 20.
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Kempinski Bristol C-4, Kurfrstendamm 27, CB,
MUhlandstr., tel. 88 43 40, fax 883 60 75, reservations.
bristol@kempinski.com, www.kempinskiberlin.de. The
eli te Kempinski and Adlon are sister properties, but this
is where well-travelled regulars feel more at home - out of
the limelight, but still on a swank corner of Kudamm. The
business lunch special is a steal. Q301 rooms (249 singles
265 - 326, 249 doubles 322 - 447, 52 suites 470 - 1800).
Breakfast 9.90/23. PHARUFLGKDC
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Mandala E-4, Potsdamer Str. 3, TG, MPotsdamer
Pl, tel. 590 05 00 00, fax 590 05 05 00, welcome@
madison-berlin.de, www.themandala.de. Excell ent
rooms and apartments for both short and long-term stays.
The Potsdamer Platz hotel location has great views over
Tiergarten park and hosts the top-notch Facil restaurant and
Qiu lounge; the Friedrichstrasse Mandala Suites are close to
the action in the heart of the city. Q167 rooms (166 suites
130 - 335). Also at Friedrichstrae 185-190 (tel. 20 29 20).
Breakfast 21. PHARFLKD hhhhh
Mari ti m pr oAr te F- 3, Fri edri chstr. 151, MI,
MFriedrichstr., tel. 203 35, fax 20 33 42 09, info.
bpa@maritim.de, www.maritim.de. Part of the last private
German chain of hotels, the Mari tim is equipped wi th a
huge conference centre, swimming pool, sauna and fitness
area, shops, restaurants, black amethyst bathrooms and
W-LAN throughout. Each floor has been named after and
Scube Parks
A Scube is a more than just a pretty wooden box: its an
open-air hotel room offering guests a comfy, inexpensive,
and totally unique overnight experience somewhere
between wild camping and rustic hotel. A new Scube
Park has opened in the park grounds of a Kreuzbergs
Prinzenbad swimming pool which means you can
combine your stay with an early morning dip before
setting off to explore the city.
Prinzenbad, Prinzenstr. 113-119, M Prinzenstrae,
tel. +49 30 76 80 76 65, info@scube-parks.de,
www.scube-parks.de. 40 (2-4 bed) Scubes 69-109.
Httenpalast
Proving once again that Berlin is leading the avant-garde
in urban adventure tourism, this wonderfully eccentric
hotel complex has fantastic accommodation to lure
both budget travellers and the better-heeled: From old
caravans and wooden huts in a mock-up indoor garden,
to large luxury suites set in the historic architecture this
former vacuum cleaner factory in the trendy artists
district of Neuklln.
Hobrechtstr. 65/66, M Hermannplatz, tel. +49
30 37 30 58 06, info@huettenpalast.de, www.
huettenpalast.de. Caravans and huts from 30 per
person, suites from 40 per person.
Wacky hotels
Steigenberger Hotel Berlin C/D-4, Los-Angeles-Pl.
1, CB, MKurfrstendamm, tel. 212 70, fax 212 71 17,
berlin@steigenberger.de, www.berlin.steigenberger.
de. Centrall y located but overlooking a quiet square, the
Steigenberger Hotel Berlin presents the standard fi ve star
services in an understated, elegant way. Catering to the
businessman as well as other travellers, there are comfort
rooms and executi ve rooms, as well as sui tes, plus a choice
of restaurants and a well appointed wellness centre. Q397
rooms (387 singles 140 - 319, 387 doubles 169 - 319,
10 sui tes 439 - 1899). PHARUFLGKDC
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Swisstel Berlin C-4, Augsburger Str. 44, CB,
MKurfrstendamm, tel. 22 01 00, fax 220 10 22 22,
emailus.berlin@swissotel.com, www.swissotel-berlin.
com. Perfect for the busy business person, the Swisstel
also pampers those looking to idle in understated luxury.
Every room has a Lavazza espresso machine and suites are
cranking wi th Bang & Olufsen stereos. When youre done
playing in your room, downtown western Berlin beckons.
Q316 rooms (219 singles 160 - 310, 219 doubles 160
- 310, 14 suites 310 - 480, 11 junior suite 260 - 410).
Breakfast 21. PHARFLGD hhhhh
The Regent Berlin F-3, Charlottenstr. 49, MI,
MFranzsische Str., tel. 203 38, fax 20 33 61 19, www.
theregentberlin.com. Within the luxurious digs of the former
Four Seasons hotel, the Regent would be stating a truth if it
proclaimed from one of its Juliet balconies: That which they
call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet. Will the
Holl ywood celebrities that frequentl y stayed here (especiall y
during Februarys film festival) recognize Shakespeares lines?
Nothing that drew A-list guests has changed. The warm public
spaces gleam wi th marble and plush guest rooms come
with DVDs and even flatscreen TVs in the bathroom. Q195
rooms (singles 230 - 360, doubles 260 - 395, sui tes
360 - 1950, presidential suite 2950 - 3500). Breakfast
29. PHARUFLGKD hhhhh
Radisson Blu Hotel G-3, Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 3,
MHackescher Markt, tel. (+49)30 23 82 80, fax
(+49)(0)30 238 28 10, info.berlin@radissonblu.com,
www.radissonblu.com/hotel-berlin. Perfectl y located
on the ri ver Spree and opposi te the Berliner Dom. The
highlight of the lobby is the Aqua Dom, the worlds largest
cylindri cal aquarium boasting 2,500 tropi cal fish in one
million li tres of sal t water. 427 modern rooms and sui tes,
ten conference rooms, a bar and a restaurant are available
for a stay, meeting or event. The DomLounge, a unique event
location on the top floor, offers stunning views of the capi tal.
Relaxation is guaranteed in the spa area wi th swimming
pool, di fferent saunas, steam bath and a 24-hour fi tness
room. Massage and beauty treatments are available on
request. Q427 rooms (405 doubles 155 - 380, 21 sui tes
375 - 675, 1 Nikolai sui te 700 - 1200). Breakfast 25.
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Ri t z- Carl ton E/F- 4, Potsdamer Pl at z 3, MI ,
MPotsdamer Pl., tel. 33 77 77, fax 337 77 55 55,
berlin@ritzcarlton.com, www.ritzcarlton.com. Fake
marbl e Corinthian columns and a sweeping staircase
dominate the lobby, where the classic dark wooden bar opens
with a ceremony every evening at 18:00 and serves over 400
fine fruit brandies. The French brasserie has sections that
were actuall y sent over and rebuil t at the Ritz. The English
tea lounge remains a favoured tradition but the (second) flat
screen TV in every bathroom is a newer addition for the hotel.
An executive lounge, gourmet dining, ballroom and conference
facilities, health club and other superlative services complete
this gil t-edged hotel. Q302 rooms (singles 250 - 360,
doubles 280 - 440, 40 suites 330 - 5000). Breakfast 28.
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Savoy Berlin C-4, Fasanenstr. 9-10, CB, MZoologischer
Garten, tel. 31 10 30, fax 31 10 33 33, info@hotel-savoy.
com, www.hotel-savoy.com. Utterl y un-Berlin, this stylish
Cuban-flavoured abode made Latin-music lover David Byrne
a happy guest. Who knows who youll trade smoke rings with
in the cigar shop off the clubby Times Bar. Q125 rooms (45
singles 142 - 222, 62 doubles 152 - 232, triples 192 - 272,
16 suites 202 - 292). ARFKD hhhh
Seehof A-4, Lietzensee-Ufer 11, CB, MMesse Nord, tel.
32 00 20, fax 32 00 22 51, info@hotel-seehof-berlin.de,
www.hotel-seehof-berlin.de. With many rooms overlooking
a beautiful lake and park, and located between the Trade Fair
and Zoologischer Garten, this is a good place to settle if your
business is in western Berlin. Decoration varies from classical
to glam, rooms have large beds with sil ver/gold gleaming
bedposts, blue carpets and brown bathrooms with bathtubs.
Both the pleasant terrace and the small indoor pool overlook
the lake. Q75 rooms (singles 105 - 280, doubles 125 -
195, 1 suite 215 - 275). PHALGKC hhhh
Sofitel Berlin Gendarmenmarkt F-3, Charlottenstr.
50 - 52, MI, MFranzsische Str., tel. 20 37 50, fax 20
37 51 00, H5342@accor.com, www.sofitel.com. The
success of this merger between sl eek, modern design
and 1980s East German grandeur is best seen in the
impressi ve banquet/conference hall, where GDR columns
and chandeliers meet a post-modern light-emi tting floor.
The fabulous top-floor fi tness and sauna area wi th great
views of the Gendarmenmarkt monuments, the huge buffet
breakfast in the light-filled atrium and the in-house Aigner
restaurant compensate for the small rooms, which use
smart tricks, like rolling doors, to use the available space as
efficientl y as possible. Q92 rooms (29 singles 175 - 270,
41 doubles 190 - 285, suites 320 - 750). Breakfast 15-25.
PHARUFLGKD hhhhh
Whether youre on a short trip or on a longer work
assignment, renting an apartment is often much cheaper
than checking into a hotel.
HSH Apartments Mitte
E-2/3, Invalidenstr. 32-33,
MNaturkundemuseum,
tel. +49 30 24 04 91 00,
fax +49 30 24 04 91 01,
stay@hsh-mitte.de, www.
hsh- mi tte. de. Th e 42
spacious apartments on offer for short and long-term
stays are comfortable and well-equipped, with a kitchen
and l i vi ng room and sl eepi ng 1-4 peopl e. Some
apartments have balconies and there is a courtyard
garden where you can enjoy breakfast in summer. Guests
can use the sauna and fitness room at no extra cost. Q
42 rooms (singles 98-195, doubles 115-245, 3-4 bed
rooms on request, pri ces l ower for l ong stays).
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Westin Grand F-3, Friedrichstrae 158-164, MI,
MFriedrichstr., tel. 202 70, fax 20 27 33 62, info@
westin-grand.com, www.westin.com/berlin. Buil t in
GDR times for Party bigwigs but now completel y overhauled,
the Westin is a classi call y-furnished delux hotel in an
enviabl y good location. From the huge atrium hall (wi th a
copy of the Adlons marble staircase), the round pool, the
copyrighted Heavenl y Beds and the upmarket restaurant
to the sumptous sui tes wi th butl er ser vi ce, this place
breathes quality. Q358 rooms (25 singles 136 - 350, 273
doubles 136 - 375, sui tes 379 - 930, 15 junior sui tes
279 - 565, 1 presidential suite 986 - 1930). Breakfast 23.
PHARUFLGKDC hhhhh
150-200
Berlin Plaza C-4, Knesebeckstr. 63, MUhlandstr.,
tel. 88 41 30, fax 88 41 37 54, info@plazahotel.de,
www.plazahotel.de. The Berlin Plaza was renovated in
2006 and offers elegantl y simple rooms, equipped wi th all
modern conveniences, such as allergy-free bedlinen and
free wi-fi. Guests can enjoy German cuisine in the Knese
restaurant downstairs. Just off the Kurfrstendamm, the
hotel is a short walk from west Berlins main attractions
and major public transport links. Q131 rooms (singles
80 - 150, doubl es 79 - 180, tripl es 105 - 200).
HLGKW
Best Western President D-4, An der Urania 16 -
18, MWittenbergpl., tel. 21 90 30, fax 218 61 20,
president@cca-hotels.de, www.cca-hotels.de. Wireless
LAN cards, huge leather reclining chairs, cosmetic tables,
and an old-time clubby lounge make this a smart choice
for business travellers. Hotel wi th restaurant, bar, fi tness
centre, parking garage and mul tifunctional meeting rooms
wi th air condi tion. Located next to Kurfrstendamm and
KaDeWe, not far from the fairgrounds. Connections to all three
Berlin airports and train station Zoologischer Garten are
excellent. Q178 rooms (25 singles 79 - 155, 153 doubles
96 - 183, 3 suites 189 - 305, junior suite). Breakfast 14.
PHARFGKD hhhh
Bleibtreu C-4, Bleibtreustr. 31, CB, MUhlandstr., tel.
88 47 40, fax 88 47 44 44, info@bleibtreu.com, www.
bleibtreu.com. Its hard to tell the hip guests from the hip
neighbours that share the deli and caf fronting boutique-
lined Bleibtreustrae. The design hotels rooms operate by
remote-controlled amenities but are decorated with natural
fabrics and light tones. If onl y we could all live in such an airy
and stylish apartment building. Q60 rooms (15 singles 115
- 157, 45 doubles 125 - 182). ARGK
Heckers C-4, Grolmanstr. 35, CB, MUhlandstr., tel.
889 00, fax 889 02 60, info@heckers-hotel.de, www.
heckers-hotel.de. A superbl y swank place - from the
entrance next to the steelblue bar to the spacious double
rooms, this hotel breathes subtle class. The three beautiful
suites are the pride of the management, each with a different
design (Bauhaus, Tuscany and Colonial), wooden floors, large
balconies, walk-in closets and marble bathrooms complete
with TV screens next to the mirror. Add the location near
Savignyplatz, and youre set for a nice stay. Q69 rooms
(21 singles 100 - 150, 43 doubles 100 - 170, 3 suites
300 - 350, 2 junior sui te 200 - 230). Breakfast 15.
PHARULGK hhhh
HSH Hotel Albergo B-5, Hohenzollerndamm 33, tel.
+49 30 86 88 90, fax +49 30 86 88 91 03, stay@
hsh-albergo.de, www.hsh-albergo.de. Once a Russian
Orthodox cathedral wi th onion domes until refurbishment
in 1938, the corner building that now holds the Albergo is
a good base for exploring western Berlin and the nearby
KuDamm shopping mile. Decorated in flamboyant by Italian
artists, the hotel has spacious standard and comfort rooms
wi th terracotta til es, cherry wood furni ture, desks and
wifi, and a bright top-floor Medi terranean-style breakfast
room. Q36 rooms (singles 75 - 125, doubles 85 - 135).
TALGBKW
KuDamm 101 B-4, Kur frstendamm 101, CB,
MAdenauerpl., tel. 520 05 50, fax 520 05 55
55, i nf o@kudamm101.com, www.kudamm101.
com. Modern and styli sh, ever y room i s furni shed wi th
desi gner chairs, and a rubber toy peers back at you from
the whi te-til ed bathroom meant to emulate the Pari s
metro. Furni shings echo the 1950s and 70s, whil e 21st
centur y, bi-col our rubber fl ooring is under foot. Business
travell ers will appreciate the hi gh speed wirel ess LAN
access and the proximi ty to the conventi on centre, whil e
ever yone will like the sunny seventh-fl oor breakfast
room. Q170 rooms (34 singl es 101 - 161, 136 doubl es
118 - 178). Breakfast 13. PHARULGBD
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Precise Myers Berlin H-2, Metzer Str. 26, Prenzlauer
Berg, MSenefelder Platz, tel. +49 30 44 01 40, fax +49
30 44 01 41 04, info@myershotel.de, www.myershotel.
de. Entered from a quiet courtyard, Myers is an upmarket
pri vate hotel catering to indi vidual tourists and business
travellers. Nearl y all classicall y furnished rooms overlook
the courtyard garden. The singles are small, but the double
rooms offer adequate space. Premium rooms and a suite
are also available. On the ground floor, a tearoom opens up
to the pleasant terrace and garden. Q51 rooms (8 singles
75 - 135, 33 doubles 85 - 185, 1 suites 195 - 345, 10
Premium 115 - 265). HARG
Astoria C-4, Fasanenstr.
2, tel. 312 40 67, info@
hotelastoria.de, www.
hotelastoria.de. One
of t he best hotel s i n
town - not for stars or
underground parking, but
for those most important
factors in the hospi tali ty
industry, service and staff,
both of which are excellent
and consistentl y get rave
revi ews f rom guests.
The rooms are spacious,
newly renovated and come
equipped with bath and/or shower and include a good
breakfast. Set near the Kurfrstendamm and Berlin Zoo,
its a good base for expeditions into town, and Astoria
offers a variety of packages so you can combine a stay
with a visit to Berlin with a guided walk, boat tour or a
trip to Madame Tussauds or the zoo. For dinner options,
look no further than the nearby Knese restaurant. Q32
rooms (singles 89 - 160, doubles 126 - 190, triples
136 - 210, suites 146 - 220).
Astoria
Airport hotels
Mercure Airport Hotel Berlin Tegel B-1, Kurt-
Schumacher-Damm 202, tel. 410 60, fax 410 67 00,
H0791@accor-hotels.com, www.mercure.com. This
functional and comfortable hotel is the onl y option close to
Tegel airport. The well-insulated doubles all have combined
shower/baths. Children under 16 sleep for free. The free
shuttle bus can be ordered from the airport information desk
or by using the free hotel telephone between gates N7 and
8. Q184 rooms (singles 69 - 199, doubles 69 - 199).
Breakfast 16. PHARUFLGKDC hhh
75-150
Motel One G-4, Prinzenstr. 40, MMoritzpl., tel. 70 07
98 00, www.motel-one.com. Basic but cheap as chips.
A budget hotel with decent standards, the rooms and the
prices are standard, and check-in outside regular reception
hours is by computer. Excellent if youre simpl y looking for a
place to crash in style. Breakfast is 5 extra. Q180 rooms
(singles 49, doubles 55).
Park Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz G-3, Alexanderpl. 7,
MI, MAlexanderpl., tel. 238 90, fax 23 89 43 05, berlin.
hotel@rezidorparkinn.com, www.parkinn-berlin.com. In
terms of transportation options, this might be Berlins most
central hotel and the best choice for the direction-impaired.
Germanys third-largest hotel rises 40 stories and si ts at
the transportation hub of desolate Alexanderplatz. Set your
sights further from your room. The new Business Class
category rooms are newl y renovated and all are stocked with
a coffeemaker and ironing board. Q1012 rooms (318 singles
89 - 125, 671 doubles 89 - 125, 23 suites 130 - 185).
Breakfast 15. POARFGKD hhhh
Ri ehmer s Hof gar ten F- 5, Yor ckstr. 83, KB,
MMehringdamm, tel. 78 09 88 00, fax 78 09 88 08,
info@riehmers-hofgarten.de, www.riehmers-hofgarten.
de. This grand dame of a 19th-century apartment building
maintains her classy composure while the funky shops and
gay nightlife unfurl around the corner on Mehringdamm. Shes
unfussy and stylish and near the popular Bergmannstrae
drag. On a balmy evening, join the Kreuzberg couples making
the pilgrimage to the top of Viktoriapark. Q22 rooms (2
singles 98 - 108, 20 doubles 123 - 163, 20 triples 143 -
183). ARUGK hhh
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Asian
Manngo G-2, Mulackstr. 29, Mitte, MWeinmeisterstr., tel.
(+49)30 28 04 05 58, www.manngo.de. Recently expanded
and still packing them in is Manngo, the deliciously enticing
Vietnamese with a small but perfectly formed menu. Curry, satay,
spring rolls and soups for 5 a plate, while fresh juices and Saigon
beer also up the ante. Friendly staff, authentic cuisine and low
prices - a match made in culinary heaven. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00,
Sat 13:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun. (5.50). TANB
Austrian
Brecht-Haus Kellerrestaurant F-2, Chausseestr.
125, MI, MOranienburger Tor, tel. (+49)(0)30 282
38 43, www.brechtkeller.de. The recipes served here
are those of a busy Austrian actress making do wi th
East German ingredients, so though decent, i ts not the
Tafelspitz (rump steak) thats famous, but the spiri t of the
place where playwright Berthold Brecht and his actress
wi fe Helene Weigel li ved. The small basement cellar is full
P Air conditioning A Credit cards accepted
E Live music S Take away
T Child friendl y U Facilities for the disabled
G Non-smoking areas L Guarded parking
O Casino M Nearest S/U-Bahn station
R Internet W Wi-Fi connection
Symbol key
Expense account diners could probably eat their way
through the citys best restaurants on a two-week stay.
VAU, Vivo, Hugos, Die Quadriga, and First Floor all have
German chefs at the helm, though homage to France and
the Mediterranean work their way onto the menus. Neigh-
bourhood restaurants and cafs often serve three meals
a day and meld into bars in the later hours.
This chapter reviews the restaurants in Mitte (F/G-2) many
of which are concentrated around upmarket Gendar-
menmarkt and the nightlife area on, north and east of
Oranienburger Strae. Turn to the next chapter for restau-
rants in the Potsdamer Platz area, and in western Berlin,
Kreuzberg, Prenzlauer Berg and Friedrichshain (see p.5 for
more about Berlins districts).
of famil y photographs and original set models of plays
like Mother Courage. Also inside is what could onl y be
described as a romantic brick-lined lounge area. A wall
separates a terrace from the cemetery where the couple
are buried. QOpen 18:00 - 01:00. (9-15). B
Beer houses
Georgbru G-3, Spreeufer 4, MI, MKlosterstr., tel.
(+49)(0)30 242 42 44, www.georgbraeu.de. Wi th a
terrace overlooking the river and flanked by a dramatic statue
of St. George slaying a dragon (for no apparent reason), the
Georgbru is a merry, tourist-orientated brewery serving
great beer. The menu lists wonderful local food, with things
like Big Berlin Balls, which were sure to try... next time.
QOpen 10:00 - 24:00. (5-11). B
Cafs
Kaff eebank F-2, Unter den Linden 13-15, MI,
MFriedrichstr., tel. (+49)(0)30 202 09 30. Get a free
peek at the one-room gallery of the Deutsche Guggenheim
while also refuelling with the cheapest cappuccino (1.80)
to be found on the grand boulevard. A tiny coffee bar in
the gift shop serves caffeinated drinks, beer, small cakes
and sandwi ches. Just three glass-topped tabl es wi th
low, cushioned seats join the displays of art books and
merchandise. QOpen 11:00 - 20:00, Thu 11:00 - 22:00.
Closes during changes of exhibition.
Operncaf F-3, Unter den Linden 5, MI, MFriedrichstr.,
tel. (+49)(0)30 20 26 83, www.opernpalais.de. The three
Prussian princesses who once lived in this palace would have
loved what the current owner has done to the place. Not onl y
is a selection of 40 to 50 cakes and pies available each day,
but a complete renovation brought a rococo ambience and
ceiling paintings in the style of the earl y 19th century. The
Pub and eatery in the historical centre of Berlin
We offer
fresh
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Groe Hamburger Strae 37
10115 Berlin
Tel.: 0049(0) 30 283 40 65
Fax: 0049(0) 30 285 99 860
E-mail: info@sophieneck-berlin.de
www.sophieneck-berlin.de
Manngo
with a link to the actor who put the sparkle in German wine
in 1811, this is the place to share a bottle of Sekt before or
after a concert at the Konzerthaus on Gendarmenmarkt.
Theres a warren of rooms in which to carve out a cosy niche.
Germans know their roasts, and you can trust the national
committee that dubbed the Sauerbraten here the best in
Germany in 2003. QOpen 11:00 - 03:00. Closed Sun. The
warm kitchen closes at 01:00 while the Weinstube serves
cold dishes until 03:00. (16-22). AB
Margaux F-3, Unter den Linden 78 (entrance on
Wilhelmstr), MI, MUnter den Linden, tel. (+49)(0)30
22 65 26 11, www.margaux-berlin.de. Rich cuisine by
Chef Michael Hoffmann at this Michelin-starred restaurant,
which uses onl y the best ingredients for a dail y menu that is
chosen by quality of supplies. Fish are only line-caught, mostly
in the Atlantic off the coast of France, and legumes cater for
vegetarian gourmands. Save room for the French cheese
plate. Service is gracious, friendl y, and professional with Mr.
Ingo Sperling, the award-winning maitre d recommending
dishes and wines from their selection of 700, with California
Napa Valley becoming a firm favourite. A good way to sample
the cuisine is the 35 three-course lunch or the six-course
dinner for 95. Q Open 19:00 - 22:30. Closed Sun. (18-
48). PAG h
Par i s- Moskau E- 3, Al t - Moabi t 141, TG,
MHauptbahnhof/Lehrter Bahnhof, tel. (+49)(0)30 394
20 81, www.paris-moskau.de. Many S-Bahn passengers
assume this lonely and unusual half-timber house from 1898
is related to the railroad, as it sits along the tracks that link
Paris and Moscow. But the fine restaurant inside has more
connections to the Mediterranean. Dishes including lamb rack
with roasted artichokes and gnocchi. Q Open 12:00 - 15:00
(Mon to Fri), dail y 18:00 - 23:30. (20-25). A Sophieneck
cakes are made in-house and the best place to enjoy them
is outdoors on the terrace that seats 650 people. Lunch and
snacks are served too. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00. B
Sophieneck G-2/3, Groe Hamburger Strae 37,
MWeinmeister Strae, tel. (+49)(0)30 283 40 65,
www.sophieneck-berlin.de. A favouri te of l ocals and
tourists alike, Sophieneck is one of the most charming
cafs in Mi tte. Located near Hackescher Markt since the
revamp of the district in 1984, it has resisted trendification,
staying true to i ts warm mishmash dcor of art nouveau
and poster art. The menu offers delicious Central European
fare, accompanied by an international wine list. QOpen
12:00 - 02:00.
Fine dining
Aigner F-3, Franzsische Str. 25, MFranzsiche Str., tel.
(+49)(0)30 203 75 18 50, info@aigner-gendarmenmarkt.
de, www.aigner-gendarmenmarkt.de. 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 cafe
that closed in the 1980s. Master chef Herbert Beltle and his
team serve award-winning dishes with ingredients sourced fresh
from the market. The cheese duel dessert is a competitive way
to end your dinner. QOpen 12:00 - 02:00. AU
Borchardt F-3, Franzsische Str. 47, MI, MFranzsische
Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 81886262. Borchardt didnt have to
invest much to make a good first impression - the mere height
of the ceiling and the buildings original tile floors whisper
class and luxury. The money and creative energy goes into
the kitchen, which comes up with a different menu each day
to keep i ts regular clientele surprised. Leave the pork to
the Germans, the beef dishes here are delectable. QOpen
12:00 - 24:00. (20-30). A
Fischers Fritz F-3, Charlottenstr. 49 (Regent Hotel),
MI, MFranzsische Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 20 33 63
63, Fischersfritz.berlin@rezidorregent.com, www.
fischersfritzberlin.com. The restaurants name comes
from a tongue-twister and the light, fish-focused menu is for
a very refined palate. Chef Chrisian 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 Sul tan of Brunei (as a private chef). The dining room has
light woods, deep carpets and a fireplace. Q Open 6:30-
11:30; 12:00 - 14:00; 18:30 - 23:00. PAG
Lutter & Wegner F- 3, Charlottenstr. 56, MI,
MFranzsische Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 202 95 40, www.
lutter-wegner-gendarmenmarkt.de. Classy, traditional, and
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VAU F-3, Jgerstr. 54/55, MI, MFranzsische Str., tel.
(+49)(0)30 202 97 30, www.vau-berlin.de. Its easy to
spell and rhymes with wow, and the latter is the word-of-
mouth that has kept chef Kolja Kleebergs restaurant full y
booked for the past four years. Using many products from
the Berlin area, Michelin-starred Kleeberg follows his mentor
Josef Viehhausers rule: never more than three products on a
plate. Q Open 12:00 - 14:30, 19:00 - 22:30. Closed Sunday.
(35-38). PARG h
French
Ganymed F-3, Schiffbauerdamm 5, MI, MFriedrichstr.,
tel. (+49)(0)30 28 59 90 46, www.ganymed-brasserie.
de. Strolling along the Spree or after a show at the beloved
Berliner Ensemble, stop off at Ganymeds historical rooms
for Alsatian Flammekuchen, French choucroute and beers,
oysters, wines and the menu du soir. The terrace has a
view of the Spree and the trains pulling into Friedrichstrasse
station. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. Ki tchen from 12:00 until
24:00. (7 - 22). AB
German
Alpenstueck F-2, Gartenstr. 9, MI, MNordbahnhof, tel.
(+49)(0)30 21 75 16 46, info@alpenstueck.de, www.
alpenstueck.de. Wiener Schnitzel with Schwabian potato
salad maul taschen with Bavarian creme are just a few of the
dishes available at Alpenstueck, a designer restaurant with
a tradi tional twist. Chef Peter Geissler prepares southern
German and Austrian home cooking with fresh ingredients,
changing the menu every three days. A feast for the eyes and
the palate. QOpen 18:00 - 24:00. Closed Mon.
Die Schule G-2, Kastanienallee 82, PB, MEberswalder
Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 780 08 95 50, www.gls-restaurant.
de. 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. QOpen 11:00
- 24:00. BW
Habel Wei nkul tur F- 3, Lui senstr . 19, MI ,
MFriedrichstr., tel. (+49)(0)30 28 09 84 84, www.
wein-habel.de. Set in the arches under the rumbling S-Bahn
tracks and in an adjacent grand building, this excellent wine
brasserie serves delicious German and international cuisine
backed up by their shop offering a stunning selection of wines.
QOpen 07:00 - 24:00. (9-19). AB
Hackescher Hof G-2, Rosenthaler Str. 40-41, MI,
MHackescher Markt, tel. (+49)(0)30 283 52 93, www.
hackescher-hof.de. This spacious restaurant at an eye-
catching position within the Hackesche Hfe complex didnt
bother coming up with its own name, nor does it seem to
have invested any energy in coming up with a good team in
the kitchen. The food is disappointing, so best stick to coffee
and a snack. QOpen 07:00 - 03:00, Sat, Sun 09:00 - 03:00.
(6-17). AB
Maximilians F-4, Friedrichstr. 185-190, MU2,
U6 Stadtmitte, tel. +49 30 20 45 05 59, inf o@
maximiliansrestaurant.de, www.maximiliansrestaurant.
de. So you al ways wondered what Bavaria is like - the beer,
the food, Oktoberfest - but you onl y made it as far as Berlin?
No problem: Maximilians restaurant serves up authentic
and delicious Bavarian cuisine just a stones throw from
Gendarmenmarkt. The menu includes soups and salads, but
the real specialities are the delicious Bavarian meat dishes
such as knuckle of pork, steak, and a variety of sausages.
QOpen 11:24:00. 4,50-20.
Mittmanns G/H-3, Rungestr. 11, MI, MHeinrich-
Hei ne- Str., tel . (+49)(0)30 279 35 02, www.
mittmanns.de. Old German advertising covers the brick
walls of this old-style Berlin restaurant thats been here
since before the fall of the Wall. Now theres Ameri can
license plates lining a ceiling beam. The wai t staff can make
suggestions based on what youre in the mood for, and
the ki tchen does well wi th i ts Kalb (veal) and fish dishes.
The restaurant is on the small side, so consider making
a reservation. QOpen 11:30 - 23:00, Sat 17:00 - 23:00.
Closed Sun. (8-16). NB
Paris-Moskau
TRAUBE BERLIN
Reinhardtstr. 33
10117 Berlin
Tel.: +49 (0)30 27 87 93 93
Fax: +49 (0)30 27 87 93 95
www.traube-berlin.de
info@traube-berlin.de
GOURMET
ffnungszeiten/Open from
Mo.-Fr. 12:00-15:00 Uhr
Mo.-Sa. 18:00-23:00 Uhr
ffnungszeiten/Open from
Mo.-Fr. 12:00-15:00 Uhr
Mo.-So. ab 18:00 Uhr
CONNECTION
www.paris-moskau.de
restaurant@paris-moskau.de
PARIS-MOSKAU
Alt-Moabit 141
10557 Berlin
Tel.: +49 (0)30 394 20 81
Fax: +49 (0)30 394 26 02
Reinhardts G-3, Poststr. 28, MI, MKlosterstr., tel.
(+49)(0)30 242 52 95. Reinhardts friendl y staff can whisk
a coffee 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. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00. (10-20). AB
Traube F-2, Reinhardtstr. 33, MI, MFriedrichstr., tel.
(+49)(0)30 27 87 93 93, www.traube-berlin.de. Grape
is a wine restaurant serving gourmet Alpine cuisine together
with an excellent range of wines in an elegant building from
1840. Chefs Christian Gau and Jrg Paulick (the tallest chefs
in town at 4,14m combined) conjure up extraordinary cross-
over dishes from southern Germany, Elsas, Swi tzerland
and Austria. Guests can choose from a la carte dishes or
compose their own menus, with our without wines. QOpen
12:00 - 15:00, 18:00-23:00. Closed Sun.
Operntreff F-3, Unter den Linden 5, MI, MFriedrichstr.,
tel. (+49)(0)30 20 26 83, www.opernpalais.de. The
dance and cocktail bar inside the Opernpalais Unter den
Linden serves guests over 50 varieties of cocktails in a
casual environment thats steeped in history. Apart from
various artisti c programmes throughout the week, you
can dance to li ve music on Friday and Saturday nights.
Visi t on Sundays between 11:00 and 14:00 for the famous
Jazz-brunch wi th the Swing Dance Band (29.50 including
a glass of Prosecco and coffee). QOpen 14:00 - 01:00.
Closed Mon. E
Schwarzwaldstuben F-3, Tucholskystr. 48, MI,
MOranienburger Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 28 09 80 84.
Bambi meets Berlin chic at the trendy Black Forest themed
Schwarzwaldstuben, whi ch has a fri endl y atmosphere,
bedraggled animal heads mounted on the walls and heavy
mix-matched furniture. Regional treats include Maultaschen
(ravi oli-like pockets in broth) and Jgerschnitzel, plus
Eichbaum beer on tap. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00, Sat, Sun
10:00 - 24:00. (5-13). B
Weihenstephaner G-3, Neue Promenade 5, MI,
MHackescher Markt, tel. (+49)(0)30 25 76 28 71.
Thi s i s the one eater y on the sunny square next to the
Hackescher Markt train stati on that deli vers a hey, thi s
i s Germany! experi ence. Par t of the Wi ehenstephaner
brewer y, the restaurant has dirndel-clad wai tresses
who ser ve simpl e and sati sf ying Bavarian speciali ti es
(like whi te sausages). The outdoor tabl es have t ypi cal
blue-and-whi te checked tabl ecl oths; insi de, the rooms
are rusti c but el egant. A singing zi ther musi cian si ts
i n the front room and j azz takes pl ace i n the back
cour t yard on Monday. QOpen 11:00 - 23:00. (6-14).
AEB
Zum Nussbaum G- 3, Am Nussbaum 3, MI ,
MKlosterstr., tel. (+49)(0)30 242 30 95. What seems
a charming old German restaurant is in fact a charming
new German restaurant. The l egendary Under the Nut
Tree Inn used to stand on a street on the island 200m to
the southwest. When the war ravaged area was rebuil t in
the 1980s, the inn was reconstructed here. Most patrons
dont care an Ampelmann for authentici ty, and tuck into
the well-priced Berlin speciali ties wi th curious translations,
such as brown rolls wi th dripping. QOpen 12:00 - 23:00.
(7-10). AB
Indian
Aapka G- 2, Kastanienallee 50, MRosenthaler
Platz, tel. (+49)(0)30 44 01 04 94, www.aapka.
de. Located on a pret t y street corner near trendy
Zi onskirchplatz, Aapka offers heal thy vegetarian, curr y
and grill di shes in a relaxed bar and restaurant wi th
outside seating. You can drop by for the dail y changing
lunch menu and on Sunday j oin the young Prenzl Berg
crowd for a relaxed brunch. QOpen 12:00 - 01:00, Sun
11:00 - 01:00.
International
Gropius F-4, Niederkirchner Strasse 7 (Martin-Gropius-
Bau), MPotsdamer Platz, tel. +49 30 25 48 64 03, www.
mosaik-berlin.de/restaurant-gropius. The restaurant
inside the Martin-Gropius-Bau is a great place to relax and
strengthen yourself after walking through an exhibition in the
museum. Theres everything from fresh salads and soups
to pasta dishes, meat and fish. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00.
Closed Tue. Traube
Modern and light German food on
Berlins catwalk no.1
Kastanienallee 82 | 10435 Berlin Prenzlauer Berg
(030) 780 089- 550 | www.gls-restaurant.de
Eberswalder Str. Rosenthaler Platz
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five dancefloors with electro, crossover, black and dance classics
played - and girls get in for free till 01:00. Check the website for
special events.Q Open Thu-Sun 19:00 - 04:00.
We ek- End Cl ub G- 3, Al exander pl at z 5,
MAlexanderplatz, www.week-end-berlin.de. A club/bar/
galerie/lounge set on the 12th floor of the beautifully hideous
Haus des Reisens (the GDR state travel agency specialising
in saying no) on the corner of Otto-Braun-Strae. QOpen
23:00 - 04:00. Closed Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun. 6-8.
Pubs
Kilkenny Irish Pub G-3, Am Zwirngraben 17-20,
MHackescher Markt, tel. (+49)(0)30 2832084, www.
kilkenny-pub.de. The 3 large rooms directly in the train station
Hackescher Markt offer more than enough space for natives
and tourists to meet & mingle, drink, party and, of course, follow
international sporting events live. 2 large TVs and 2 big screens
make sure that, even in the farthest corner, you wont miss a single
goal. Irish & German beer, whiskey, and other nice cold beverages
flow more freely than the nearby Spree river. QOpen from 10:00.
Bars
Atrium Lobby Lounge & Bar G-3, Karl-Liebknecht-
Str. 3, tel. (+49)(0)30 238 28 34 70, www.berlin.
radissonsas.com. The Atrium Lobby Lounge & Bar,
underneath the spectacular AquaDom with its 2500 fishes
swirling around, is the perfect place to meet up with friends
for coffee and cake, light snacks or to enjoy delicious cocktails
to unwind after a busy day. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00.
Keyser Soze F-2, Tucholskystr. 33, MI, MOranienburger
Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 28 59 94 89. Crap service, but this
renowned bar is perfect on all other accounts. The food,
drinks, 20s-30s crowd, location, mysterious name, mens
toilets and the fact that Toast Hawaii is listed under German
specialities all add to its greatness. We can recommend the
lamb chop, and Swabian specialities including Maultaschen
(meat-filled ravioli, Wed onl y). QOpen 08:00 - 03:00. B
Mai Tai Bar F-3, Mohrenstr. 30 (Hilton Hotel), MI,
MStadtmitte, tel. (+49)(0)30 202 30. Theres live music
nightl y, but no hula-dancing at this South Pacific-themed bar
fronting Trader Vics restaurant. The blue-li t ceiling casts
an underwater glow to the room, though the carpeting is
just wrong for a tropical paradise. The well-mixed cocktails
names suggest narratives, like the Samoan Fog Cutter and
Suffering Bastard, but shouldnt they be paying us to order
a drink that sounds like a disease - Shingle Stain? QOpen
18:00 - 01:00, Fri, Sat 18:00 - 02:00. E
Reingold F-2, Novalisstr. 11, MI, MOranienburger Tor, tel.
(+49)(0)30 28 38 76 76, www.reingold.de. A lounge glowing
in amber tones recalls the thirties with an oversize drawing of
Thomas Manns forlorn offspring, 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.
QOpen 19:00 - 03:00, Fri, Sat 19:00 - 04:00. Closed Mon, Sun.
Clubs
Kaffee Burger G-2, Torstr. 60, MI, MRosa-Luxemburg-Pl.,
tel. (+49)(0)30 28 04 64 95, www.kaffeeburger.de. The
patterned wallpaper and wood panelling has withstood decades
of the alternative scenes smoke and its stuck-in-the-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 DJs spinning anything from
Balkan and surf rock to samba. QOpen from 21:00. E
Soda Club Schnhauser Allee 36, tel. 44 31 51 55, info@
soda-berlin.de, www.soda-berlin.de. In the courtyard of the
Kulturbrauerei complex, Soda is a fun club with an enthusiastic
regular crowd. Salsa is played on Thursdays and Sundays (starting
off with a free lesson hour), and on Fridays and Saturdays theres
Kilkenny Irish Pub
Soda Club
Soda
Club
House - RnB - Soul
Danceclassics - electro
KulturBrauerei
Cafs
Immer gern H-1, Dunckerstr. 10, PB, MEberswalder
Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 55 14 57 85, www.immergern.de.
A groovy caf and cocktail bar on the sunny side of trendy
Helmholtzplatz square. Sink into the comfy couches for coffee,
cakes and crepes during the day, or mingle with the locals
later on in the day when DJs and baristas spin disks and
liquor bottles. Smoking room provided. QOpen from 12:00.
Kaffee Frhlich H-2, Belforter Str. 22, PB, MSenefelder
Pl., tel. (+49)(0)30 41 72 52 42. Twenty-two years ago,
owner Herr Daska planted the trees that shade your Czech
or German beer. Patronized by neighbourhood intelligentsia,
grannies and young families, Kaffee Frhlich isnt a trendy
hotspot, but a place where Daska plans to grow old. The
menu of new and traditional Berlin cuisine changes dail y and
all sauces and condiments are house-made. Breakfast is
served until 16:00 and the last call for supper is 23:00. Feel
free to bring your favorite record and lay it on the turntable.
Q Open 12:00 - 02:00; Sun 10:00 - 02:00. NB
German
Die Schule G-2, Kastanienallee 82, PB, MEberswalder
Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 780 08 95 50, www.gls-restaurant.
de. 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. QOpen 11:00
- 24:00. BW
Prenzlauer Berg
For a night out with the locals, head out into a Kiez, the generic
term for a particularly lively sub-neighbourhood of a city district.
Eating out and bar hopping is easy in Berlin because there
are so many restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs to dip and dive
your way through. With all the choices in each neighbourhood,
people tend to stick to one area once the night begins (or if
theyre exhausted from the sightseeing, to stay close to their
hotel). Though theres a range of places in each district, bars in
Potsdamer Platz and western Berlin are often more clean-cut
and targeted at the over-30 set. Prenzlauer Berg and Kreuz-
berg have a mix of hole-in-the-wall and trendy venues, while
Friedrichshain is really for the unwashed and adventurous.
P Air conditioning A Credit cards accepted
E Live music S Take away
R Internet U Facilities for the disabled
G Non-smoking areas L Guarded parking
O Casino M Nearest U/S-Bahn station
Symbol key
Die Schule
Metzer Eck G-2, Metzer Str. 33, PB, MSenefelder Pl.,
tel. (+49)(0)30 442 76 56, www.metzer-eck.de. Opened
1913, time seems to have stood still in the oldest tavern in
Prenzlauer Berg- and thats the way the regulars like it. The
Eckserves inexpensive Berlin dishes - sausages, Boulette
(hamburger), and Bratkartoffel (fried potatoes), and has a
letter from artist Heinrich Zille to the first tavern owner hanging
on the back wall, as well as a savings box that regulars once
contributed to. Q Open 16:00 - 01:00; Sat 18:00 - 01:00.
Closed Sun. (5-9).
Zander G-2, Kollwitzstr. 50, MSenefelder Platz, tel.
(+49)(0)30 44 05 76 78, www.zander-restaurant.
de. This award-winning restaurant epitomizes the culinary
revival of east Berlin: its a fine blend of tradition, innovation,
and casual professionalism. Using mainl y regional products,
Zander serves mouth-watering German and international
cuisine and excellent wines in a stylish and intimate setting.
Though the zander is a house speciali ty, the perfectl y-
composed set menus are highl y recommended. QOpen
18:00 - 01:00. Closed Mon. B
Zum Schusterj ungen G- 1, Danzi ger Str. 9,
MEberswalder Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 442 76 54.
Af ter a strenuous af ternoon strolling around the quaint
shops and cosy cafs of Prenzlauer Berg, the hi stori c
Schuster j unge i s t he i deal pl ace to recharge your
batteri es. A large glass of cool l ocal beer, then i ts on
to the man-si zed schni tzel wi th fri ed potatoes and red
cabbage. The tasty German menu i s modest, but so
are the pri ces, and the staff are fri endl y and attenti ve.
QOpen 11:00 - 24:00.
International
Caf Istoria H-2, Kollwitz Str. 64, PB, MSenefelder
Pl., tel. (+49)(0)30 44 05 02 08, www.istoria-
ber l i n. de. One of t h e mor e r easonabl y pr i c ed
restaurants on Kol l wi t zpl at z, I stori a star ts the day
wi th hear ty breakfasts (ser ved until 16:00) that include
omel et tes (not as easy to find in Berlin as youd think).
Eveni ng di ners have a wi de vari et y to choose from:
turkey wi th cranberr y sauce, 16 pi zzas, or homemade
gnocchi or parpadell e. The menu i s internati onal, but
since the chef i s I talian, you can never go wrong wi th
pasta. QOpen 09:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 09:00 - 03:00.
(3-8). B
Fleischlust Pappelallee 36, PB, MSchnhauser Allee,
tel. +49 30 44 67 54 14, www.fleischlust-berlin.de.
Those with heal thy lust for flesh can grill n chill at Prenzlauer
Bergs new Fleischlust restaurant, where staff in 1930s
outfits serve a variety of excellent steaks, cooked anything
from blue (extremel y rare) to well done. For the hungry and
undecided, theres a mixed grill, while the thirsty can delve into
the wine and cocktail menu.QOpen 16:00 - 02:00.
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Bars
August Fengler G-1, Lychner Str. 11, Prenzlauer
Berg, MEberswalder Str., tel. (+49)30 44 35 66 40,
www.augustfengler.de. A neighbourhood bar if there ever
was one, there arent just foosball tables downstairs, but a
Kegelbahn (German-style bowling alley; call ahead) too. The
team behind the big wooden bar is friendl y, 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. QOpen 19:00 - 05:00.
Fluido H-2, Christburger Str. 6, MSenefelder Platz, tel.
(+49)(0)30 44 04 39 02. This Bar di Notte is one of the
best places in Prenzlauer Berg for night owls to enjoy some of
the finest cocktails in town. The trick is to choose quickly: you
can easil y lose precious drinking time while trawling through
the myriad liquid delights on offer. The staff know their stuff,
the ingredients are first class, and there are snacks available
for those needing sustenance after the third Mojito. QOpen
20:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 20:00 - 04:00. B
Wohnzimmer H-1, Lettestr. 6, PB, MEberwalder Str.,
tel. (+49)(0)30 445 54 58, www.wohnzimmer-bar.de. If
the TV show Friends had to relocate to Berlin, Phoebe would
vote to hang out here. The large living room is ideall y set
up for meeting people. Stools, chairs and GDR-era tables are
constantl y being shuffled to make room for the rumpled but
attractive crowds. Theres coffee and pastries in the morning.
QOpen 09:00 - 04:00.
Clubs
Gebur tstagsklub H- 2, Am Friedrichshain 33,
PB, MRosa- Luxembur g- Pl., tel. (+49)(0)30 42
Gugelhof H-2, Knaackstr. 37, PB, MEberswalder
Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 442 92 29, www.gugelhof.com.
During the earl y bloom of Koll witzplatzs gentrification, the
success of li ttle Gugelhof was sealed by heads of state:
Gerhard Schrder, Joschka Fischer, Madel eine Albri ght,
and that voracious eater Bill Clinton made a surprise visit
to this former working-class district in May 2000. German,
French, and Swiss dishes share the menu; this is where to
try flammekuchen, a thin-crust Alsatian-style pizza. The
atmosphere is livel y and service is friendl y. Q Open 16:00 -
24:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 24:00. (7-17). A
Nocti Vagus G-2, Saarbrcker Str. 36, PB, MSenefelder
Platz, tel. (+49)(0)30 74 74 91 23, www.noctivagus.
de. Fabulous - an utterl y dark restaurant. Blind and visuall y
impaired waiters will seat you safel y at your table, where you
can stimulate all senses other than sight with the food and
the live performances. Make reservations, mention if youre
an English-speaker, and plan to spend at least two hours here.
QOpen 18:00 - 24:00. (28-50). AEG
Italian
Pizzeria i Due ForniG-2, Schnhauser Allee 12, MSenefelder
Platz, tel. (+49)(0)30 44 01 73 33. 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 in
Rome. But the cheap and cheerful pizza is highly praised, and the
lively, convivial atmosphere of i Due Forni is the perfect primer for a
night out on the town. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. UB
Latin American
Frida Kahlo H-1, Lychener Str. 37, MEberswalder Str., tel.
(+49)(0)30 445 70 16, www.fridakahlo.de. A gastronomic
homage to the legendary Mexican painter, Frida Kahlo is one
of the most established eateries in Prenzlauer Berg. Offering
deliciously authentic Mexican dishes as well as special brunch
and daytime snacks, this tastefully decorated restaurant on leafy
Helmholtzplatz is open from late morning until after midnight.
QOpen 09:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 09:00 - 03:00.
Spanish
Tres Tapas H-1, Lychener Str. 30, MEberswalder Str.,
tel. (+49)(0)30 41 71 57 18, www.tres-tapas.de. Open
from early evening to early morning, with a Spanish brunch on
offer Sundays, Tres Tapas is one of onl y a handful of Spanish
restaurants in Prenzlauer Berg, and probabl y one of the best.
Popular for its fresh fish dishes, it also tempts its guests with
a wide range of tapas, decent to excellent Spanish wines, and
young, friendl y waiting staff. QOpen 17:00 - 02:00. Frida Kahlo Tres Tapas
CAF & COCKTAILBAR
THE MOST POPULAR BAR IN PRENZLAUER BERG
NEAR THE METRO STATION EBERSWALDER STRASSE
DUNCKERSTR. 10 I 10437 BERLIN I WWW.IMMERGERN.DE
12 AT NOON - OPEN END
02 14 05, www.gebur tstagsklub.de. Twent y year-
ol ds fi l l the t wo l ow-cei l i nged rooms of thi s other wi se
spaci ous cel l ar. Li ke at many cl ubs i n Berl i n, you
have to brave the wal k down a dark cour t yard. The
l i ne- up changes ever y weekend. Q Fri , Sat, Sun
23:00 - 06:00.
Icon G-1, Cantianstr. 15, PB, MEberswalder Str.,
www.iconberlin.de. The best drum n bass DJs in Europe,
including Londons Optical and Grooverider, descend into the
cavernous cellars of a brewery (built 1898) on Saturday night.
Between hits on the cement dance floor, take it easy in the
lounge areas with low sofas or high back padded benches.
Friday night is for electric, hip hop, and funk fans. Berlin DJs
get to shake their reputation and play whatever they want on
Tuesday Electric Icon nights. Q Open Tue, Fri & Sat 23:00 -
07:00. Admission 3-6.
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Some of Berlins best restaurants reside in hotels in
the Charlottenburg district (C-3), and there are plenty
of esteemed chef-owned restaurants as well. Places in
Schneberg (D-4) and western Tiergarten (D-3) are
also listed here. West Berliners tend to be more affluent
and fashion-conscious, and the bar and restaurant scene
caters to that. Young people go out here too, but those
over thirty will appreciate the more professional service,
more mature company, and the low count of penny-
pinching hipsters.
American
Hard Rock Caf C-4, Meinekestr. 21, CB, MUhlandstr.,
tel. 88 46 20, www.hard-rock-cafe.de. The T-shirts sold
at this restaurant must be among the best-recognised on
the planet. This is the place to head to meet both foreigners
and locals looking for huge piles of food (ranging from burgers
and pasta to Tex-Mex) and staff who actuall y like their jobs.
The decoration is similar to that of all restaurants in the
chain - crammed with popstar memorabilia such as guitars,
records and clothing. And yes, they do occasionall y play hard
rock. QOpen 12:00 - 23:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 24:00. (8-17).
PAEGB
Jul eps New York Bar & Restaurant B- 4,
Giesebrechtstr. 3, CB, MAdenauerpl., tel. 881 88 23,
www.juleps-berlin.de. The concept is to emulate an old New
York speakeasy - an illegal bar during the prohibition years
in the U.S. - but what law-dodging drinker was ever privilege
to home-baked bread, house-smoked fish and chicken, and
friendl y service? Dont expect a bar menu: the caliber of the
kitchen overseen by a culinary institute-trained New Jersey
native matches that of the expertl y made cocktails. Even a
simple appetizer like potato chips comes homemade with
lemon-pepper oil and rosemary sea sal t. Menu items change
every six weeks and everything is prepared fresh to order.
Strip loin and rib eye steak come in S, M, and L. QOpen
17:00 - 24:00. 9-16.30.
Asian
Aaina Charlottenburg A-2,
Stlpnagelstr. 2, U Kaiserdamm,
tel. 30 20 41 27, www.aaina.
de. Bringing the far east to western
Berlin, Aaina serves a surprising mix
of Indian, Singaporean, Malaysian and
Thai dishes in vibrant Asian setting.
Try the tandoor oven bread or chicken,
the Singaporean special noodl es
or the fish with hot Thai curry. Near
the Messe trade fair centre.QOpen
11:30 - 24:00.
Suksan D-4, Ansbacher Str. 4, SB,
MWittenbergplatz, tel. 21 01 86
73, www.suksan.de. 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. QOpen 12:00 - 23:00, Fri,
Sat 12:00 - 24:00, Sun 17:00 - 23:00.
Austrian
Ottenthal C-4, Kantstr. 153, CB, MUhlandstr., tel. 313
31 62, www.ottenthal.de. 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. QOpen 18:00 - 24:00. (14-18). AB
Western Berlin
Suksan
ORIGINAL
THAI
FOOD
Ansbacher Strasse 4
Ecke Kurfrstenstrasse
U-Bhf Wittenbergplatz
Telefon 030.21 01 86 73
Telefax 030.21 01 86 88
www.suksan.de
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TRAVEL FAR.
EAT AT HOME.
Schnitzelei B-3, Rntgenstr. 7, CB, MRichard-Wagner-
Pl, tel. 34 70 27 78, www.schnitzelei.de. Nearl y as far
from central Berlin as Austria, Schnitzelei is well off 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
schni tzels in di fferent variations, though you may try the
German tapas or have the great Sunday brunch buffet.
QOpen 16:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 12:00 - 24:00. (8-15).
Cafs
Caf de Pari s D- 4, Budapester Str. 35, CB,
MWittenbergplatz, tel. 25 79 44 87. Opposite the zoo
aquarium and with a large terrace overlooking a square, this
French-owned caf is a typical Parisian bistro in central Berlin.
Specialising in entrecte charolaise, merguez maison, quiches
lorraines and coq au vin, the caf is also known for its home-
made ptisseries. Popular with bankers, travellers and lovers
of life. QOpen 08:30 - 19:00. Closed Sat, Sun. AUG
Caf im Literaturhaus C-4, Fasanenstr. 23, CB,
MUhlandstr., tel. 882 54 14. Some guests may be
sporting three-piece suits, straw hats, polished canes and
freshl y fluffed pups, but you dont have to be all that precious
about eating at this literary hangout. Food (served until 24:00)
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. Adjacent is a well-stocked
bookstore. QOpen 09:30 - 01:00. (5-17). GB
SUKSAN
Sawatdi Kap welcome to Suksan. Experience a
temple for Thai food and cooking culture in the
heart of West Berlin, offering varied dishes with
captivating aromas and tasty combinations that
will tickle the palate. Quality, freshness, and
healthy and original ingredients are central to our
dishes, without losing sight of modern cuisine.
Under bamboo roofs, Suksan seats over 60 guests
in Thai settings. Let us take you on a culinary trip
to the land of smiles.
Ansbacherstrasse 4
(corner of Kurfrstenstrasse)
tel. 21 01 86 73, www.suksan.de.
Caf im Literaturhaus
Leysi ef f er C- 4, Kur f r st endamm 218, CB,
MUhlandstr., tel. 885 74 80, www.leysieffer.de. I f
youre going to do i t just once in Berlin, have your cake
here. For those who reall y shouldnt, you can shave off
at l east a euro by purchasing one of the day-old pastri es
(how they could not be sold out ever y day is cause for
wonder). This chocolate pur veyor occupi es the former
Chinese embassy. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00, Sat 10:00 -
19:00, Sun 11:00 - 19:00. B
Fine dining
Di e Quadri ga C- 4, Ei sl ebener Str. 14 (Hotel
Brandenburger Hof), WD, MAugsburger Str., tel. 21
40 56 50, www.brandenburger-hof.com. Chef Bobby
Bruer arri ved wi th his Michelin star from the Victoria in
Dsseldorf. The main room of the intimate restaurant is in the
style of a classic Berlin salon, with paintings from the Berlin
Secessionist movement and KPM porcelain. The cherrywood
chair design is by Frank Lloyd Wright, dating to 1904. QOpen
19:00 - 22:00. Closed Sun. Tue-Fri 12:00-14:00 (26-32).
ARE h
First Floor D-4, Budapester Str. 45 (Hotel Palace),
CB, MZoologischer Garten, tel. 25 02 10 20, www.
palace.de. A Mi chelin star has been the beacon over
Matthias Buchholzs restaurant for years now, and visi ting
gourmands who cant move well af ter a seven-course
meal make a point of staying at the Hotel Palace, which
also sponsors culinary events throughout the year. The
cuisine has touches of the Far East and turbot wi th caviar
or prawn is often on the menu. Q Open Mon. - Fri. 12:00-
15:00, 18:30-23:00 and Wed., Sat. and Sun. 18:30-23:00.
(34-36). PA h
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are in one corner (di stingui shed wooden spheres the
si ze of bowling ball s). Si t in the beer garden of tropi cal
potted plants whil e the weather hol ds and stop inside
for football screenings. The ki tchen stops ser ving i ts
di verse cui sine (including Argentinean steaks) around
01:00, but the cocktail s and drinks fl ow on af ter ward.
Joes can be rented out for group events as well. QOpen
10:00 - 01:00. (7-16). AEB
Knese C-4, Knesebeckstr. 63, MUhlandstr., tel.
88 41 34 48, www.restaurant-knese.de. Al t-Berliner,
tradi ti onal Old Berlin cuisine, is on offer at rusti c Knese.
Tr y the Kni gsberger Kl opse, meatballs wi th potatoes,
the pork knuckl e or the cal f li ver wi th appl es, oni ons
and potatoes for a taste of the Berlin of yester year
at reasonabl e pri ces. There s al so a sel ecti on of
internati onal meals and desser ts for you to tuck in to.
Wash i t all down wi th some good South-Afri can wine.
QOpen 11:00 - 01:00. AB
Maria & Josef Hans-Sachs-Str. 5, MLichterfelde-West,
tel. +49 30 75 63 31 02, info@mariaundjosef.com,
www.mariaundjosef.com. With its large selection of beers
and mouth-watering menu, Maria & Joseph offers a great
introduction to the delights of Bavarian dining. Theres plenty
of meat - such as schnitzel, steak and sausage special ties
- as well as seasonal dishes and tasty local and sea fish.
Enjoying a large Weizenbier out in the spacious beer garden
is one of the true delights of summer. QOpen 13:00 - 24:00,
Sat, Sun 12:00 - 24:00.
Renger-Patzsch D-5, Wartburgstr. 54, MEisenacher Str.,
tel. 784 20 59, www.renger-patzsch.com. Formerly known
as the Storch, Renger-Patzsch offers upscale German dining
Hugos D-4, Budapester Str. 2 (InterContinental), CB,
MZoologischer Garten, tel. 26 02 12 63, www.hugos-
restaurant.de. The InterConti adopted the American floor
numbering system for its Michelin-starred French restaurant,
placing Hugos on the 14th (not 13th) floor and shortening its
name from Zum Hugenotten. Named restaurant of the year
by Feinschmecker magazine, its narrow dining room has a
dazzling view across the park to Potsdamer Platz. Heavy
menus reveal that chef Thomas Kammeier focuses on just
a few main courses; three fish and three meat dishes. The
4 appetiser wi th Iranian caviar stands out for i ts single
digit - but its per gram. QOpen 18:00 - 23:30. Closed Sun.
(33 and up). A h
German
Bavarium D-4, Tauentzienstr. 9-12, Europa-Center,
MKurfrstendamm, tel. 261 43 97, www.bavarium-
berlin.de. A tradi tional Bavarian restaurant in the heart
of Prussia, where buxom wai tresses 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 i t get? Find the Bavarium on the
lower level of the Europa-Center, near the Gedchtniskirche.
QOpen 12:00 - 24:00.
Joes Wirtshaus zum Lwen C-4, Hardenbergstr.
29, CB, MZoologischer Gar ten, tel. 262 10 20,
www.joes-berlin.de. Thi s mi ght be the onl y place in
Berlin to quaff Muni chs Lwenbru by the li tre, and i ts
defini tel y the onl y spot to si t in a l eather booth from
the l ong defunct East German Palace of the Republi c.
Furni shings from that parliament buil dings Bi erstube
with a difference. The interior is kept casual and simple, with all
focus on the people and the food. Serving regional/domestic
cooking, you can order dishes such as sauteed mushrooms in
chervil sauce, pan-seared pike-perch and a selection of tasty
Alsatian flammekuchen. The Sunday roast is a true feast, with
wine-braised beef. QOpen 18:00 - 23:30. (7-19).
Schneberger Weltlaterne D-5, Motzstr. 61,
SB, MViktoria-Luise-Pl., tel. 21 96 98 61, www.
schoeneberger-weltlaterne.de. Enough of the New East...
come back to old West Berlin at this wood-panelled tavern
on the southwest side of Viktoria-Luise-Platz. Schni tzel
variations, Berliner Eisbein (pork knuckle wi th pea puree,
sauerkraut, and boiled potatoes), Omas Rote Grtze (a vanilla
pudding with stewed red berries), and warm apple strudel
make up the menu of traditional Al t-Berlin and Brandenburg
cuisine. QOpen 17:00 - 24:00. (4-12).
Zillemarkt C-4, Bleibtreustr. 48a, CB, MSavignyplatz,
tel. (+49)(0)30 881 70 40, www.zillemarkt.de. Its easy
to imagine Heinrich Zille, a local artist who became famous
for his charming portrai ts of Berlins lower classes, stroll
into this classicall y decorated famil y restaurant and order a
jellied boiled pork, the stuffed cabbage leaves or a Berliner
currywurst. Zillemarkt serves everything from breakfast,
coffee, home-made cakes and brunch to dinner, and the
glass-ceilinged bar has discounted cocktails in Happy Hour
and serves the tasty home-made Zillebru beer.QOpen
12:00 - 24:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 24:00.
International
Diekmann C-4, Meinekestr. 7, CB, MUhlandstr., tel.
883 33 21, www.j-diekmann.de. Herr Diekmann was one
of the first to grace Berlins simple tables with some French
finesse, even if it was in what began as a sandwich shop in
1976. Shel ves and drawers of an old Kolonial waren store
line the walls, and Diekmann still uses French techniques to
primp excellent ingredients from throughout Germany. Always
on the menu are oysters and a selection of French cheeses.
If you cant make up your mind on what to order, choose the
surprise three-course meal for 35. QOpen 12:00 - 23:30,
Sun 18:00 - 23:30. (15-21). AB
Dressler C-4, Kurfrstendamm 207, CB, MUhlandstr.,
tel. 883 35 30, www.restaurant-dressler.de. A good place
to go if you yearn to relive something of Berlins roaring 1920s.
Expect red seats, Art Deco wooden panelling, large mirrors,
and good bistro and proper restaurant meals from a menu
that changes every week. Convenient for visiting the Story
of Berlin exhibition, in the same building (see Sightseeing).
QOpen 08:00 - 01:00. (15-27). AB
Renger-Patzsch
Wartburgstrae 54
Berlin - Schneberg
Open daily from 18:00
Tel. 784 20 59
www.renger-patzsch.com
Local cuisine
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
Traditional German cuisine
Over 100 years of
comfort and quality
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Knesebeckstrae 63 / Kurfrstendamm
tel. 884 13-0
www.restaurant-knese.de
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Duke
Duke D-4, Nrnberger Str. 50-55, MWittenbergplatz,
tel. 683 15 40 00, www.duke-restaurant.com. Creative
international crossover meals are served in the aptl y named
Ellington Hotel restaurant, set in a dazzling 1920s building
near the Kudamm. The open kitchen allows you to watch
chef cook Carsten Obermayr create culinary treats with a
Mediterranean and Asian influence, like roast monk fish with
sugar pea or saddle of deer calf with glazed fennel. QOpen
11:30 - 23:00.
Einhorn C-4, Mommsenstr. 2, CB, MUhlandstr., tel.
881 42 41, www.einhornonline.de. A fabulous vegetarian
lunchbar, wi th standing space onl y. Every day theres a
completely different menu, with European and Mediterranean
as well as Arab and Asian dishes. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00.
Closed Sat, Sun. (3-6).
Florian C-4, Grolmanstr. 52, CB, MUhlandstr., tel.
313 91 84, www.rflo.de. An especiall y popular restaurant
on a street thats crammed wi th eateries. Florians motto
make food, not war could be extended with not decoration,
as i ts a simpl y furnished place wi th the emphasis on the
food. The handwri tten menu changes often and suggests
interesting new combinati ons. QOpen 18:00 - 03:00.
(8-16). AGB
Montevideo D-5, Viktoria-Luise-Pl. 6, SB, MViktoria-
Luise-Pl., tel. 213 10 20, www.montevideo.de.
The outdated dcor of this old west Berlin bistro - grey
carpeting, aqualight candleholders and an exposed heating
duct - is tolerated by the business people having a casual
lunch and the grandmothers chatting over coffee and cake.
Vegetabl es are cooked just right and the Knigsberger
Klps (tender meatballs wi th caper sauce) make for good
comfort food. QOpen 08:00 - 24:00, Sun 10:00 - 01:00.
(7-10).
Uni ver sum Gri l l B- 4, Kur f r stendamm 156,
Charlottenburg, MAdenauerplatz, tel. +49 30 89 00
68 47, www.universumgrill.com. A great new addition to
the Kudamm scene, the futuristic Universum Grill has good-
looking staff preparing first class beef steaks, burgers, fish,
lobster and other grilled dishes right in front of the equall y
good-looking clientele. After dinner, dip into the good selection
of cocktails - or get a bucket of vodka or whiskey. QOpen
18:00 - 02:00. Closed Sun. UBX
Zol l packhof E- 3, El i sabet h- Abeg g- St r . 1,
MHauptbahnhof, tel. +49 30 33 09 97 20, fax +49 30
33 09 97 15, mail@zollpackhof.de, www.zollpackhof.
de. Strolling around the impressi ve Chancellery complex
near the River Spree can be a pretty exhausting and thirsty
activity. The well-informed visitor will instead soak up the view,
accompanied by a refreshing cold beer, from the Zollpackhof
beer garden. The adjoining restaurant boasts a first-class
menu ranging from light pasta dishes to its excellent rump
steak and Wiener schnitzel.QOpen from 11:00. AB
Japanese
Sachiko Sushi C-3, Jeanne-Mammen-Bogen 584,
MSavignyplatz, tel. (+49)30 313 22 82, www.
sachikosushi.com. An innovati ve kai ten sushi restaurant
- the oldest in town, dating back to 1995 - beneath the
rail way arches near Savi gnyplatz. Not afraid to ser ve
classic and new sushi varieties wi th world wines, heres
your chance to have boni to wi th Sauvi gnon Blanc, or
tuna rolls wi th Riesling. Apart from having boats circling
the restaurant wi th some of the best sushi in town,
Sachiko also regularl y offers cooking courses. QOpen
12:00 - 24:00.
Italian
Francuccis B-4, Kurfurstendamm 90, CB, MAdenauer
Platz, tel. 323 33 18, www.francucci.com. Fabulous
food served in a popular Charlottenburg restaurant - once
nominated as one of the best I talian restaurants outside
Ital y by their president. Elegant flagstone floors and subdued
lighting set the scene, while the kitchen churns out fresh, fresh
food, with home-made pasta and bread and plenty of regional
ingredients found back in dishes like the veal scallop with
herbs, potatoes and black truffles. QOpen 12:00 - 23:00,
Sun 14:00 - 23:00.
Il Nido C-5, Fasanenstr. 40, CB, MSpichernstr., tel.
883 18 96. The aromas of Rome and Calabria waft through
this small, Italian-owned restaurant. Meals are prepared a la
minute with fresh ingredients; pasta is homemade; there are
14 noodle variations and plenty of seafood and grilled meat
dishes as well. The narrow front room is the cosiest and has
a view of the vitrine full of grappa. 300 kinds are apparentl y
available, but we didnt ask the wai ter to reci te them all.
QOpen 12:00 - 24:00, Sun 16:00 - 24:00. (13-20). B
La Forchetta A-5, Knigsallee 5b, MHalensee, tel.
892 85 97, www.la-forchetta-berlin.de. An upmarket
restaurant well wi thin the ci ty limi ts but overlooking lake
Halensee. Onl y fresh Italian food is served here, including
a tagliatelle wi th salmon starter and oven baked lamb. In
summer, a romantic terrace is available.QOpen 12:00 -
23:00. AB
Mola D-4, Wittenbergpl. 3, CB, MWittenbergpl., tel. 21
47 50 60, www.restaurant-mola.de. After charging your
way down Kudamm and Tauentzienstrae, collapse here with
your shopping bags. Molas pizzas, which overflow the already
huge plates, are delicious. Theres no English menu, but the
lengthy list is decipherable if youve eaten Italian before. On
Sunday, picking at the long brunch buffet table will run you
8. QOpen 09:00 - 24:00. (10-27). B
Spanish
AndaLucia C-4, Savignyplatz 2, MSavignyplatz, tel.
(+49)(0)30 54 71 02 71, www.andalucia-berlin.de.
Located at the chic Savignyplatz, AndaLucia offers a range
of Spanish wines and, of course, mouth-watering tapas. The
restaurants cosy and stylish interior and spacious terrace
provide an inviting setting for well-priced Spanish fare, from
Albndiga meatballs to the monumental mixed grill.QOpen
17:00 - 01:00.
When your dinner partner just isnt that interesting,
these restaurants at least have a nice view to look at.
Funkturm-Restaurant A-4, Messedamm 22,
Charlottenburg, MMesse Nord/ICC, tel. (+49)30 30
38 29 00. Berlins Eiffel Tower is the shorter of the citys
two TV/radio towers. Its restaurant, sitting pretty at 55
metres has an a la carte menu during the day and a hot
and cold themed buffets in the evening. Dishes like rib eye
with honey sauce and baked, stuffed olives or leg of lamb
with rosemary and maple syrup dressing have the nouvelle
twist the restaurant is known for. A viewing platform at 126
meters (1.90) is the perfect starter.QLunch 11:30 - 17:00
(11.50-14.50); dinner buffet 18:00 - 23:00 (19.75). A
Kfer Dachgarten F-3, Platz der Republik 1
(Reichstag), TG, MUnter den Linden, tel. 22 62 99
33, www.feinkost-kaefer.de. When time is money, you
may as well spend it on a good meal while visiting the
Reichstag dome. The line to get into the building can mean
an hour-long wait, but those with a restaurant reservation
can use the side entrance and be whisked to their meal
and a 180-degree view of eastern Berlin. The restaurant
is run by Kfer, a gourmet-foods specialist from Munich.
German specialities are highlighted and a regional name
appears in most main course listings. The last orders
are taken at 21:30. Q Open for Breakfast 09:00-10:15;
Lunch 12:00-14:30; Desser ts 15:30-16:30; Dinner
18:30-24:00. (7-26). AB
Panorama Caf E-4, Potsdamer Platz 1, Tiergarten,
tel. (+49)30 25 93 70 80, info@panoramapunkt.de,
www.panoramapunkt.de. The 1930s-style caf at
the top of the Potsdamer Platz viewing point has large
windows and an open terrace with great views over Berlin,
and serves coffee, cakes, and other snacks.QOpen from
11:00. Admission 5,50/4.
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El Dor ado C- 4, Kur f r st endamm 203, CB,
MUhlandstr., tel. 88 92 65 82, www.eldorado-
steakhaus.de. Dark woods and coloured tile work make
a proper setting for this Spanish restaurant. The various
cuts weigh in between 180 and 500 grams. The non-red
meat dishes include Moorish and Catalan speciali ties and
theres also tapas i f you just want to snack while watching
the boulevards shoppers pass by. QOpen 11:00 - 02:00.
(18-20). AB
Mar y Sol C-4, Savignypl. 5, CB, MUhlandstr., tel.
313 25 93, www.mar ysol-berlin.de. Perhaps the
most Medi terranean spot in Berlin, si tting on Mar y Sols
terracotta-and-glazed-tiles terrace makes you think you
never left Marbella. Though the seaview is missing, the
point-and-choose tapas bar inside the haci enda-styl e
interior should get you into the mood. QOpen 11:00 -
01:00. (5-19). AB
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Har d Rock Caf C- 4, Mei nekestr. 21, CB,
MKurfrstendamm, tel. 88 46 20, www.hardrock.com.
Immediately next to the entrance is the place of pilgrimage for
so many travellers - the Hard Rock Caf T-shirt and souvenir
shop. Once past that, youre in the familiar surroundings of the
generousl y decorated restaurant/bar area where youll find
both foreigners and locals looking for a good time, with Bud,
Miller and Corona beer. QOpen 12:00 - 02:00. PAEG
Harr ys New York Bar D- 4, Lt zowuf er. 15,
MNollendorfplatz, tel. 254780, www.esplanade.de.
The undisputed king of central berlin bars and lounges. The
minute you walk through the doors, youll see why Harrys
New-York Bar resides atop of every Berlin bar guide. Step
back to a time when the key elements for unforgettable nights
were great drinks, great music, and great friends. Meet and
greet new acquaintances from around the world. Enjoy music
filling the room from a jazzman tickling the ivories. Known for
its international drink menu consisting of nearl y 200 choices,
Harrys is one of the most popular bars in Berlin. Q Open
Mon-Sat from 19:00, Sun closed.
Mar o oush C- 4, Kneseb eckst r ae 46,
MUhlandstrae, tel. 887 11 83 35, www.marooush.
de. Refined Egyptian-oriental opulence with a modern
twist and gourmet food. The combined restaurant, shisha
lounge and cocktail bar has luxurious and tasteful dcor
enhancing the equall y exotic menu. Puff on a shisha as
you await your meal or come on Friday or Saturday for
dinner and dance, wi th bell y-dancers and li ve music.
The Marooush-Club can be booked for special occasions.
QOpen 16:00 - 01:00.
Marooush
Joseph Roth Di el e E- 4, Potsdamer Str. 75,
MGleisdreieck, tel. 26 36 98 84, www.joseph-roth-
diele.de. A wonderfull y cosy dark brown bar just west of
Postdamer Platz. Owned by the same people who run the
odd Ave Maria religious shop next door, its named after a
prolific Jewish writer, whose quotes and books decorate the
walls and who lived nearby in the 1920s when this street
was the beating heart of Berlin. Delicious dinners are served
(snacks only on Fridays), and its a fabulous place for a beer or
wine after a show at the Wintergarten Variet, just opposite.
QOpen 10:00 - 24:00. Closed Sat, Sun.
Kumpel nest 3000 E- 4, Lt zowstr. 23, TG,
MKurfrstenstr., tel. 261 69 18, www.kumpelnest3000.
com. Stragglers of all sexual orientations head here for a
nightcap or one last drunken spin on the tiny metal dance floor.
The vel vet paintings and carpeted walls are fascinating after
a couple of drinks, and so are the scruffy patrons apparentl y:
its known as a hook-up bar. QOpen 19:00 - 05:00.
Mommsen-Eck B-4, Mommsenstrae 45, CB,
MAdenauerplatz, tel. 324 25 80, www.mommsen-eck.
de. With traditional charm a street north of the Kudamm,
Mommsen-Eck is a comfortable and atmospheric pub and
bistro boasting over a hundred types of best-quality beer,
lovingly preserved and served either inside or on the spacious
terrasse. Full menu, including Sunday brunch.
Trompete D-4, Ltzowpl. 9, MNollendorfpl, tel. 23 00
47 94, www.trompete-berlin.de. Part-owned by actor
Ben Becker, Trompete is an upmarket club often presenting
new live music acts. On every first Saturday of the month
theres the Kasino Royale film music party. Q Open Thu
19:00 - 02:00, Fri, Sat 22:00 - 04:00. Admission 5-7. EB
Clubs
Luxor Club C-4, Knesebeckstrae 46, MUhlandstrae,
tel. 887 11 83 35, www.cluboriental.de. If you want to go
clubbing after dinner at the downstairs restaurant, head to the
Luxor club, where you can dance to oriental dance floor classics
in rooms with cool colours and fantastic lighting. Admission is
free for ladies before 23:00. On Thursdays you can get on a
boat-ride party, starting off at the bar for a cocktail, taking a
shuttle to the riverside and partying on a boat before heading
back to finish the night at Luxor (book in advance). Dress code:
elegant. Q Open Thu-Sat 20:00-06:00. E
Pubs
Irish Harp B-4, Giesebrechtstr. 15, Charlottenburg,
MAdenauerplatz, tel. +49 30 22 32 87 35, info@harp-pub.
de, www.harp-pub.de. A well-established Irish pub serving
all the usual pub grub favourites as well as soups, salads and
sandwiches. On tap theres Guinness, Kilkenny and a range
of German beers. You can expect major sports events to be
beamed on screens, and theres quiz nights and live music too.
Q Mon-Fri from 10:00, Sat/Sun from 08:00. B
Union Jack Schlterstr. 15, CB, MSavignyplatz, tel.
(+49)(0)30 312 55 57, www.unionjack-berlin.de. 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 an amazing collection of 401 types of
whisky (from the best Scottish and Irish brands to Canadian
and Japanese bourbon) as well as various English and Irish
beers, including John Smi ths and Newcastle Brown Ale,
best consumed in the special Yard-of-Ale glass. Solid food is
available too - home made snacks and and Walkers crisps.
QOpen from 19:00. Closed Sun.
Bars
Ba r a m L t z o wp l a t z D- 4 , L t z o wp l .
7, TG, MNol l endor fpl ., tel . 262 68 07, www.
baramluetzowplatz.com. From his portrai t at the back of
the narrow, stylish bar, Chairman Mao is forced to take in
the scene of successful capi talists poring over each other.
Professionals line whats reputed to be Berlins longest
bar counter, or settle into the low leather coaches in the
back - the most comfy spot to read the cocktail menu,
which listing 150 kinds of champagne and 250 cocktails,
is thicker (and a better read) than the Li ttle Red Book. At
these prices, youll be glad you came for happy hour - 16:00
- 21:00. QOpen 16:00 - 04:00.
Ber l i n Pl aza Bar C- 4, Knesebeckst r . 63,
MUhlandstr., tel. 88 41 30, inf o@plazahotel.de,
www.plazahotel.de. The Berlin Plaza hotel bar serves
a variety of German and Czech beers to hotel guests and
passers-by. Relax at the bar and try a Redeberger, Berliner,
Paulaner, Krusovice or a glass of Berlins whi te beer, often
best wi th a shot of sweet syrup.
Irish Harp
Schlterstr.15, 10625 Berlin - Charlottenburg, Tel. 312 55 57, www.unionjack-berlin.de, Monday to Saturday from 19:00
Berlins rst english pub since 1976
British and Irish beer on tap
Live Music during winter months
Drink from the YARD OF ALE (1 litre)
mouth-blown exclusively for Union Jack

Union Jack
Pub s Caf s Lounge
Das traditionsreiche Irish Harp Pub bendet sich in
idyllischer Lage in Berlins schnem Charlottenburg
und ist doch nur eine Minute vom berhmten Kur-
frstendammentfernt.
We serve culinary treats from the German, Irish and
international cuisines.
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Every Thursday from 20:00 join our popular
multimedia fun-quiz, in both German and English
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Fridays and Saturdays live music from 21:00
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Live screenings of sports events on big screens!
See www.harp-pub.de for our calendar of events.
Monday to Friday from 10:00
Saturday and Sunday from 8:00
Giesebrechtstrae 15
tel. 22 32 87 35 - fax. 22 32 87 36
lnfoQharp-pub.de - www.harp-pub.de
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restaurant is known for i ts huge portions, so indulge in
the full experience or go for the hal f portion. The setting
is appropriate - heavy wooden furnishings and antl ers
on the wall. All the other dishes, including Salzburger
Fritattatorte, are excellent as well. QOpen 18:00 - 24:00.
(8-17). A
Riehmers F-5, Hagelbergerstr. 9 KB, MMehringdamm,
tel. (+49)(0)30 78 89 19 80. Riehmers brings together
the cuisines of the far-reaching Austro-Hungarian empire.
Standards on the changing menu are Wi enerschni tzel,
beef consomme (Tafelspitz Suppe) and beef goulash. The
cream-coloured rooms are bare of ornamentation save for
a portrai t of Kaiser Franz Joseph and linen napkins folded
into crowns. The coveted simpler seating is on the cedar
chips of the garden that faces an historic apartment complex
for Prussian officers. QOpen 18:00 - 01:00. Closed Mon.
(7-16). B
Biological
Foodo F-5, Bergmannstr. 94, KB, MGneisennaustr., tel.
(+49)30 69 00 11 00, contact@foodorama.de, www.
foodorama.de. Kreuzberg is the proud home of Germanys only
certified climate neutral restaurant, on a streetcorner with a
beautifully sleek, minimalist interior that is good for both intimate
dinners interacting with others at shared tables. Its so eco-
concious that Foodos employees all use bikes or public transport
to get to work. The cooks use exclusively organically grown
seasonal products, many of them regional, and served at afforable
prices - breakfast can be had from 5.50 and dinner mains start
at 8.50. Try one of the bread baskets for a healthy lunch, or the
delicious beef yakitori. Remember to ask for a Good Mojo Tree
seed before you leave, to offset any climate-changing you may
unintentonally do on the way home.QOpen 12:00 - 23:00. A
Crossover
Kuchen Kaiser G/H- 4, Oranienpl. 11- 13, KB,
MMoritzpl., tel. (+49)(0)30 61 40 26 97, www.
kuchenkaiser.de. Located on Oranienplatz, just a few
meters from the Oranienstrasse in the heart of Kreuzberg,
this has been a mel ting pot for Berliners, their friends
and visi tors since 1866. Famous for i ts cakes and tarts,
exclusivel y sent by the Hindenburg to New York in the 1920s,
the Kaiser of cakes has transformed into a restaurant wi th
a wide variety of German speciali ties and international food.
Theres a great choice of breakfasts, a low-cost lunch from
12.00 to 15.00 (under 7), and a huge brunch on Sundays.
You can watch the Champions League li ve, play pool, and si t
down for the special dinner service wi th fresh, home-made
speciali ties. The Kuchenkaiser team won the smartest
bar in Berlin and Brandenburg li ve radio show, and will be
Pagode
Since 1866
German specialities
International crossover cuisine
Open daily from 9:00
Oranienplatz 11-13
Tel: 61 40 26 97
restaurant@kuchenkaiser.de
www.kuchenkaiser.de
and noisy, but thats just part of the authentic self-service
atmosphere; wait till you sink your teeth in the fantastic food. All
the Thai classics are present, as are some other Asian dishes.
If you like it hot, just ask and theyll make it hot. QOpen 12:00
- 24:00. (2-9). B
Austrian
Austria F-5, Bergmannstr. 30, KB, MGneisenaustr.,
tel. (+49)(0)30 694 44 40. Have your Wiener Schnitzel
where they do i t ri ght, here i n Austri a. Thi s corner
Two Kiezes in Kreuzberg stand out with a high concentration
of restaurants, cafs, bars and clubs. Oranienstrae
(G/H-3) is for the alternative set of all ages, nationalities,
and sexual orientation. Those who hang out around the
Bergmannstrae/Mehringdamm area (F-4) are perhaps a
bit more pulled together and grey on the edges, but live music
and gay venues keep things adventurous. Neighbouring
Neuklln is an upcoming district far from the tourists, with
plenty of exciting venues opening up.
Asian
Chan H-5, Paul-Lincke-Ufer 43, Kreuzberg, tel. +49
30 177 412 46 02, info@chan-berlin.com, www.chan-
berlin.com. A sleek new eatery with large pastel paintings
of faces, clean-cut 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.QOpen 11:00 - 24:00.
Ki mchi Pri ncess H- 4, Skal i t zer Str. 36, KB,
MGrlitzer Bahnhof, tel. (+49)(0)163 458 02 03,
www.kimchiprincess.com. Though this is not Berlins
first Korean restaurant, Kimchi Princess is being hailed by
the capitals gourmets as the first one to serve authentic
dishes. Its indeed excellent and spicy, and as a resul t it can
be difficul t to find a free table in the evening. QOpen 18:00
- 01:00. Closed Mon.
Pagode F-5, Bergmannstr. 88, KB, MMehringdamm,
tel. (+49)(0)30 691 26 40. Simply one of the best Thai
restaurants in town, and awarded by the Thai embassy in
Berlin as one of the best in Germany. It feels crowded, steamy
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Japanese
Sumo F-5, Bergmannstr. 89, KB, MMehringdamm,
tel. (+49)(0)30 69 00 49 63, www.s-u-m-o.com. Sumo
is a cunningl y designed Asian restaurant on three levels
serving much more than sushi; there are soups and a wide
range of asian meat and fish dishes, all with crackling fresh
ingredients. Sushi is also as fresh as it can and should be.
Photos on the menu make it easy to choose what to have.
A good place to sample a mix of fusion food and DJ music.
QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. (2-9).
Bars
Milchbar H-4, Manteufelstr. 41, KB, MGrlitzer
Bahnhof, www.milchbar-berlin.de. It is the foam of beer
that lines the upper lip of patrons of Milchbar, home to
punks, students, and aging al ternati ve 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.
QOpen 17:00 - 03:00.
Wrgeengel H-4, Dresdener Str. 122, MKottbusser
Tor, tel. (+49)(0)30 6155560, www.wuergeengel.de.
Pronounced woor-ge-en-gel and named after Bunuels film 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 off, there are Cuban and other cigars
to enjoy. Q Open from 19:00.
Clubs
J unct i on Bar F- 5, Gnei senaust r . 18, KB,
MGneisenaustr., tel. (+49)(0)30 694 66 02, www.
junction-bar.de. Squeezi ng onto the bat-cave of a
stage is fine for a four-man blues band, but Di os mi o for
the 10-pi ece Afro-Cuban ensembl es. Li ve musi c draws
an ethni call y and generati onall y mi xed audi ence ever y
ni ght of the week. After the band, a DJ keeps ever yone
ti ght on the dance fl oor. QOpen 21:00 - 04:00, Fri, Sat
22:00 - 04:00. E
Kato I-4, Underneath U-Bahn station Schlesisches
Tor, MSchlesisches Tor, tel. (+49)(0)30 611 23 39,
www.kato-x-berg.com. This place is right underneath
the Schlesisches Tor train station but dont worry - you
will not hear or feel the steel wheels roar over head... as
you will be engul fed in the sounds sounding around you.
So reall y anything goes and can happen... from punk to
electro and from jazz noises to exploding frog death metal
music. The main hall is an integral part of main indie bands
tours from all around the world. Look out for posters on the
walls or just go and see what may happen to you... and try
not to get run over!
Sage Club H-4, Kpenicker Str. 76, KB, MHeinrich-
Heine-Str., tel. (+49)(0)30 278 98 30, www.sage-
club.de. The drag queen managing the vel vet ropes may
not be representati ve of the scene inside (button-down
shir ts and ti ght tank-tops, all worn in the gender-speci fi c
way), but youre wel come to dress cross-gender anyway.
Rock, punk, and metal duke i t out on Thursday, whil e
Friday and Saturday bring out the house fans. Q Open
Thu-Sun 23:00 - 05:00.
Gorgonzola Club
opening an new big tent in the garden soon to present even
more events, concerts and li ve cul tural acts. A must-see in
Berlin. QOpen 09:00 - 24:00, Fri, Sat 09:00 - 01:00. B
German
Altes Zollhaus G-5, Carl-Herz-Ufer 30, MPrinzenstr., tel.
(+49)(0)30 692 33 00, info@altes-zollhaus.com, www.altes-
zollhaus-berlin.de. 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. QOpen 18:00 - 23:00. Closed Mon, Sun. A
Henne H-4, Leuschnerdamm 25, KB, MMoritzpl., tel.
(+49)(0)30 614 77 30, www.henne-berlin.de. Who knew
that the Germans fried chicken? Other than a few Wursts,
chicken is all thats served in this appropriatel y named
old, cosy, corner tavern, along with sides of coleslaw and
disappointing mayonnaise-filled potato salad. The crisp, salty
skin gives you another reason for quaffing yet another beer.
For 6, you get a lot of wood-panelled atmosphere. QOpen
Tues-Sat from 19:00; Sun from 17:00; Closed Mon (2-6). B
Kartoffel Pfanne F-5, Burgherrenstr. 11, MPlatz
der Luf tbrcke, tel. (+49)(0)30 892 59 49, www.
kartoffelpfanne.de. A sandwich sign on Kurfrstendamm
sends peckish wanderers on the short detour down to the
best-tasting potatoes in Berlin. The Wiener Schnitzel
includes a generous portion of the spuds. A single serving
of vanilla pudding with Rote Grtze (fruit sauce) can sweeten
the palettes of lovebirds who have just polished off lamb
medalli ons wi th garli c butter. The good beer sel ecti on
includes Warsteiner and Weihenstephan. QOpen 11:30 -
22:00. (4-12). B
Weltrestaurant Markthalle H-4, Pcklerstr. 34, KB,
MGrlitzer Bahnhof, tel. (+49)(0)30 617 55 02, www.
weltrestaurant-markthalle.de. Wi thin a historic market
hall building, the Markthalle restaurant onl y 15 years old,
yet already has such a rustic atmosphere. The room is long
and tall, with wainscoting, simple wooden furniture and a bar
that locals bell y 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 weekl y,
but count on Sptzle, Schweinebraten (braised pork), and
apple strudel. Breakfasts run from Russian to American-style,
and as late as 17:00. After dinner, check if anything is going
down in the Privatclub, the club in the cellar. QOpen 10:00 -
24:00. (8-16, weekday lunch menu 7.50). AB
Indian
Aapka H-5, Maybachufer 23, MSchnleinstrae, tel.
+49 30 613 55 47, www.aapka.de. The second Berlin
outlet of this Indian restaurant and cocktail bar is in trendy
Neuklln, serving similar lunch deals and tasty dinners in
relaxed Oriental surroundings.QOpen 12:00 - 00:00, Fri,
Sat 12:00 - 01:00.
Amrit H-4, Oranienstr. 202, KB, MGrlitzer Bhf, tel.
(+49)(0)30 28 88 48 40, www.amrit.de. Kreuzbergers
love this restaurant, and Amri t loves em back wi th huge
portions and free spiked mango juice shots at the end of the
meal. Make reservations for weekend nights and be ready
for tight seating. This might be the one Indian restaurant
that doesnt serve Chana Saag (chickpeas wi th spinach),
but vegetarians can find other combinations. QOpen 12:00
- 01:00, Fri, Sat 12:00 - 02:00. Also at F-1, Oranienburger
Str. 45, MI, and E-3, Winterfeldstr. 40, SB. (7-14). ABS Kuchen Kaiser
Italian
Gor gonzol a Cl ub H- 4, Dr esdener Str. 121,
MKottbusser Tor, tel. (+49)(0)30 6156473, www.
gorgonzolaclub.de. An In Your Pocket favouri te, serving
the best and biggest carpaccio weve tried, and wi th lovel y
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. Next door to the Wrgeengel bar. QOpen 18:00 - 24:00,
Fri, Sat 18:00 - 02:00.
Osteria N1 F-5, Kreuzbergerstr. 71, Kreuzberg,
MMehringdamm, tel. (+49)30 786 91 62, www.
osteria-uno.de. Next to Viktoriapark, this neighbourhood
fixture has a fantastic Biergarten bordered by lemon, cherry
and olive trees. Classic regional cuisine is prepared by cooks
from different parts of Ital y, and everything is made fresh to
order. Order a pasta with Toscan hare ragout or salmon in
orange sauce. Perhaps the most child-friendl y place in town,
too. Choose from six different lunch menus from 7. QOpen
12:00 - 24:00. (7-17). AB
Parlamento F-5, Bergmannstr. 3, KB, MMehringdamm,
tel. (+49)(0)30 694 77 45. Even during the heat of the day,
candles are lit in this welcomingl y dark and cool entoteca-
ristorante. The wooden floors and tables are worn, and
beyond the tall floral arrangements and angel wall fittings
that dangle soft lights there are many rustic touches to the
place. The 3-course meal served until 19:00 is a steal: 5,95
including water. The gnocchi and herb butter are homemade
and beyond traditional Italian preparations of fish, meat, and
pastas, nouvelle cuisine slips into creations such as mango
pepper soup. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00. (7-15). B
Sale e Tabacchi F-4, Rudi Dutschke Str. 23, KB,
MKochstr., tel. (+49)(0)30 252 11 55. This attractive
restaurant with a nice garden and real Italian waiters seems
to have gotten a bit comfortable and not so gracious with age.
Guidebooks send tourists here, and journalists working nearby
may meet visiting colleagues here for a meal, but on a recent
visit, the inexpensive wine by the glass was not pleasant, the
crme of cauliflower soup could not be pepped up by pepper,
salt, nor oil, and the waiter expressed a bit too much disdain
for a customer who only wanted a light bite at 23:00. Its the
nicest restaurant around Checkpoint Charlie, and is not
far from the Jewish Museum either. QOpen 10:00 - 02:00.
(10-22). AG
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Discounts are a welcome relief, so if you are planning
on seeing more than one museum, pick up one of these
reduced rate cards.
Berlin CityTourCard
www.citytourcard.com. The
Berlin Ci tyTourCard i s a touri st
attracti on di scount card and a
transport ti cket valid for central
Ber l i n ( z on e AB) or Ber l i n
including Potsdam (zone ABC).
The card is available at any BVG
and S-Bahn ti cket machi ne or
counter. For free admi ssi on at
the Pergamonmuseum, the Al tes
Museum, Bodemuseum or the Al te Nationalgalerie, get
the special CityTourCard Museumsinsel. Cards come with
a discount and map booklet; if you use a ticket machine,
collect your booklet from any other point of sale. Ticket
options: Berlin Ci tyTourCard 48 AB/ABC 15,90/17,90,
Berlin Ci tyTourCard 72 AB/ABC 21,90/23,90, Berlin
CityTourCard 5 days AB/ABC 28,90/33,90.
Berlin WelcomeCard www.berlin-welcomecard.de.
The Berlin WelcomeCard is a combined transport and
reduction card valid for zone AB or zone ABC (includes Potsdam
and both airports) for 48 hours (16,90/18,90), 72 hours
(22.90/25.90) or 5 days (29,90/34,90). The card offers
reduced admission to several museums, bike tours and rental,
boat tours, etc. The card is sold at tourist offices, S-Bahn
offices, hotels and kiosks. Students/youths may get better
reductions at museums using their student cards.
Get2riCard, tel. 438 09 80, www.get2card.de. A card
that allows you to get two for the price of one, whether its the
admission to a club, museum, cinema or to a show, nights at a
hostel or hotel, or food and drinks at a wide range of bars and
restaurants. Check out the possibilities online. The tourist
version of the card is valid for seven days and costs 20.
State Museum Card www.museen-berlin.de. The
Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (state museums) have several
ticket options for their permanent collections. A single ticket
ranges 4-8. You can buy a 19/9.50 Schaulust three-day
ticket valid for all state museums (but remember all are
closed on Mondays). There are groups of state museums
in several neighbourhoods, and a Bereich-karte (area card,
6-12) grants admission to those near each another; a
ticket for all the museums on the Museum Island costs
14/7. Admission is free for under-16s and for all visitors
during the last four opening hours on Thursdays.
Ticket options
Main sights
Ber l i ner Dom G- 3, Am L us t gar t en, MI ,
MHackescher Markt, tel. 20 26 91 36, www.
berlinerdom.de. Thi s Protestant church dating from
1905 mi ght not l ook as massi ve were the Stadtschl oss
st i l l st andi ng across Unt er den Li nden ( t he GDR
regime demoli shed the ci ty castl e in 1951). The royal
Hohenzoll ern dynasty worshipped here wi thin the four
incarnati ons of the church. Their places of rest in the
cr ypt are indeed a yawn. The climb up to the domes rim
i s forgi ving, wi th broad staircases, landings, and side
exhibi t rooms. QOpen 09:00 - 19:00, Sun 12:00 - 19:00.
Admi ssi on 5/3.
Berlin is a huge, fascinating city, but lacks a real Old
Town-type area. Attractions are fairly far-flung, so plan
your itinerary and get acquainted with the excellent public
transporation. If youre here for a limited amount of time,
we recommend you join one of the walking tours to get
your bearings and see the main sights.
Classic sights include the Brandenburger Tor and the
nearby Reichstag with its glass dome, the Berliner
Dom (the main cathedral), the museum-churches and
concert house on Gendarmenmarkt and the Neue
Synagoge. Fans of modern architecture shouldnt miss
the Potsdamer Platz area and the Jewish Museum.
Finally, you cant leave Berlin without a peek at one of
the remnants of the Wall and the ruin of the Kaiser
Wilhelm Memorial Church.
Essential Berlin
Brandenburger Tor F-3, Pariser Pl, MI, MUnter den
Linden. Berlins landmark building is one of 14 gates completed
in 1792 by Carl Langhans. Nike, the goddess of victory, drives
the chariot atop the gate, and German armies used to begin
their parades here. The proud gate opens onto Pariser Platz,
and it may as well have been built by the communists, so linked
in peoples minds is it to the double-wall system that essentially
bricked it in. Fascists spoiled the gate as well by staging their
torch-lit parades through it. Berliners celebrated the Walls fall
in 1989 by standing on it in front of the gate.
Gedchtniskirche (Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial
Church) D-4, Breitscheidpl, CB, MKurfrstendamm,
tel. 218 50 23, www.gedaechtniskirche-berlin.de. The
major attraction in what was West Berlin is this stark reminder
of World War IIs destruction. Kept as an open wound, the
severe acknowledgement of German culpability is declared on
a plaque near the entrance of the old bell tower: The tower of
the old church serves as a remembrance of Gods judgment,
which befell our people during the war years. Berliners hold
little sacred and call the destroyed tower the hollow tooth.
The erection of the once enormous church dedicated to the
German emperor had been a feat of national pride: even
synagogues contributed to its funding, and it was first opened
in 1895. Inside is a gilded mosaic of the Hohenzollern dynasty.
The modern chapel and tower next door were completed in
1961, and are worth entering on sunny days for the amazing
blue stained glass windows. Q Old tower open 10:00 - 16:00,
closed Sun. Memorial church open 09:00 - 19:00.
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SO36 H-4, Oranienstr. 190, KB, MGrlitzer Bahnhof,
tel. (+49)(0)30 61 40 13 06, www.so36.de. Live bands
perform nearly every night at this institution thats home to
any alternative lifestyle, from gay Turks and metal heads to
punks and hardcore vegans. On popular club nights, like the gay
Electric Ballroom or Gayhane, show up before 01:00 or face a
long wait with the friendly door staff. QOpen 23:00 - 05:00. E
Spindler & Klatt H-4, Kpenicker Strae 16, KB,
MSchlesisches Tor, tel. (+49)(0)30 69 56 67 75, www.
spindlerklatt.de. Set in a century-old Prussian state bakery
building, this bigsize clubrestaurant is the newest hot place
for horizontal eating and making moves on the dancefloor. Lie
down on the oversized beds of the restaurant while you sample
the Asian fusion food, followed up by clubbing to the latest
Berlin sounds. The entrance, a gate that looks accidentally
open, is 100 metres south from the street number address.
Walk straight back to the riverside and turn left. Q Restaurant
open Thurs-Sat 20:00 - 01:00; Club open Fri.-Sat. from 23:00.
Wat er gat e I - 4, Fal ckenst ei nst r . 49a, KB,
MSchlesisches Tor, www.water-gate.de. This club right
on the edge of the Spree River is great for spying on Universal
Music headquarters across the water, even if the crowd here
would never dance to their pop artists. Also in view (and right
next door) is the turreted Oberbaumbrcke, which makes an
odd backdrop to drum n bass (Fridays), house, or any guest
DJ on the upper or lower dance floors. Q Admission 7-10.
H- 3, Pckl er str. 34, KB,
MGrlitzer Bahnhof, tel. 617
55 02, www.weltrestaurant-
mar kt hal l e. de. Wi t hi n a
historic market hall building, the
Markthall e restaurant onl y 15
years old, yet already has such a
rustic atmosphere. The room is
long and tall, wi th wainscoting,
simple wooden furni ture and a
bar that locals bell y 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 weekl y, but count on Sptzel, Schweinebraten
(braised pork), and apple strudel. Breakfasts run from
Russian to American-style, and as late as 17:00. After
dinner, check if anything is going down in the Privatclub,
the club in the cellar. QOpen 10:00 - 24:00. (8-16,
weekday lunch menu 7.50). AB
Weltrestaurant Markthalle
Wild at Heart H-5, Wiener Str. 20, KB, MGrlitzer
Bahnhof , tel . (+49)(0)30 610 74 701, www.
wildathear tberlin.de. Rock on. One of Berlins rare
li ve-musi c 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. QOpen
20:00 - 04:00. E
Pubs
Dunmor e Cave H- 5, Maybach Uf er 44, NK,
MSchnleinstr., tel. (+49)(0)30 624 12 41. On the
Landwehr Canal thats used by many strollers and joggers,
this mellow pub doesnt see many tourists. Locals use
the Ethernet connection, pool tabl e or dartboard whil e
choosing one (or more of) of 50 whiskeys and 8 draught
beers. The pub grub is great; on Thursday i ts all you can
eat spare ribs for 8.88. QOpen 17:00 - 02:00. Closed
Mon.
Jazz clubs
Yorckschlsschen F-5, Yorckstr. 19, MMehringdamm,
tel. 215 80 70, www.yorckschloesschen.de. A Kreuzberg
institution, the Yorckschlsschen (small Yorck castle) has
been here for over a century, gathering fame in the 1970s
as an artists watering hole and now a hub of local social
li fe. Inside, theres a busy bar that features regular li ve
music, wi th the emphasis on tradi tional jazz, swing and
black rhythmnblues. Free concerts take place Wednesdays,
Fridays and Saturdays from 21:00, Sundays from 14:00. Diner
is nicel y priced, with most dishes well under 11.Q Sun-Thu
17:00-03:00, Fri/Sat 17:00-04:00.
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Gendarmenmarkt F-3, Charlottenstr, MI, MFranzsische
Str.. Twin cathedrals-turned-museums (dating to the early
1700s) and the Konzerthaus (from 1818, by Carl Langhans)
make up this classic square in Berlin. Its so classic Berlin that
with the adding of a lion statue here, a fountain there, the film
production team of Jackie Chans Around the World in Eighty Days
turned it into 19th-century London in 2003. Luxury hotels use
their position bordering it as their drawing card. The squares
name stems from the mid-1700s when military regiments were
stationed here. The Deutscher Dom (tel. 22 73 04 31) is home
to a museum on the development of the German Parliamentary
system, not dull at all if youre a politics buff. Youll have to read
German or French to enjoy the Franzsischer Doms (tel. 229 17
60) exhibit on the contributions of French Huguenots to Berlins
development, beginning in the late 1600s. Q Deutscher Dom
open 10:00-18:00, closed Monday.
Neue Synagoge F-3, Oranienburger Str. 28-30, MI,
MOranienburger Tor, tel. 88 02 84 51, www.cjudaicum.
de. Though not worth the extra admission charge or the wait
to stand inside it, 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, first
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 effective sound installation adds to
the experience. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Fri 10:00 - 14:00.
Closed Sat. Admission 4.60/3.
Nikolaivier tel G- 3, Between Rathausstr. and
Mhlendamm, MI, MAlexanderpl., www.stadtmuseum.
de. Berlins tiny medieval heart is the Nikolai Quarter, whose
onl y trul y medieval-looking building today is the Nikolaikirche
(the twin-spired, stone church; open 10:00-18:00, 5/3).
The church dates to 1230 and was rebuil t along with the
entire quarter in the mid-80s to mark Berlins 750th birthday
in the area in which the fishermens settlement first began.
No one was trying to outdo Wal t Disney here, and many of
the buildings have the simple, concrete facades that the
Communist government could afford. The small shops in the
area mostl y deal in toys and souvenirs and tourists gladl y fill
the sunny tables at the restaurants that face the Spree River.
On Rathausstrae, theres a row of restaurants that flaunt
old-fashioned Berlin cuisine and atmosphere. Other rebuil t
historic buildings in the area date to the 1700s, such as the
Ephraim-Palais and Knoblauchhaus. Both have changing
exhibits related to Berlin.
Potsdamer Platz E/F-4,, MPotsdamer Pl.. Once the
modern heart of a thri ving metropolis, this urban centre
was heavil y damaged in the war, and suffered again when
remaining buildings were pulled down to make way for the
Walls death strip. After years of construction in the mid-90s,
Berlin Infostore E-2, Hauptbahnhof station, tel.
25 00 25, www.berlin-tourist-information.de. The
helpful staff at the offi cial Berlin tourist offi ces can
provide a wide range of information and publications.
Most offi ces will stay open longer than normal this
summer. QOpen 08:00 - 22:00. Also at F-2, Reichstag
kiosk; F-2, Brandenburger Tor (south wing, open 10:00
- 18:00); D-3, Budapester Str. (Europa Centre); C-3,
Kurfrstendamm 21 (passage).
Tourist information
Get right into the action with the IMAX experience.
Wherever they take you, the combination of the towering
screen (the largest in Berlin) and superb cinematography
is awe-inspiring. The lounge chairs on the balcony with a
view of the spectacular Sony Center are also a perfect
spot to take a little break from sightseeing, enjoy a cup
of coffee, and to relax while waiting for the show to begin.
The 3D CGI film Sea Rex takes you 200 million years
back to the time of dinosaurs, with amazing images of
the huge animals that populated the seas, including
the Liopl eurodon, Elasmosaurus and Shonisaurus.
From 26 August, the 3D film Ultimate Wave Tahiti has
spectacular images of surfing champion Kelly Slater.
Event Cinema Berlin F-3, Sony Center, Potsdamer
Str. 4, tel. +49 30 26 06 64 00, www.cinestar-
imax.de.
Event Cinema Berlin, Sony Center
skyscrapers have added a cosmopolitan and glassy edge to
the city. The literal Potsdamer Platz is an intersection, and
the east side of it, known as Leipziger Platz, is slowl y building
up in height as well. Potsdamer Platzs most popular public
space and architectural attraction is The Sony Center, with
its huge atrium and tent-like roof. Its best to view at night
for its impressive lighting. The neighbouring DaimlerChrysler
complex holds archi tecture by Renzo Piano and Richard
Rogers, and the Arkaden shopping mall, with rather humdrum
shops, but the best gelato caf in the city.
Reichstag/Bundestag F-3, Platz der Republik
1, Tiergarten, MUnter den Linden, tel. (+49)30 22
73 21 52, besucherdienst@bundestag.de, www.
bundestag.de/htdocs_e/visits. The name together with
its monumental size make most people associate Germanys
neoclassi cal parliamentary building wi th the Nazis, but
Hi tler and his party have li ttle history here. After hosting
parliamentary sessions since 1894, one month after Hitler
was appointed chancellor in January 1933, it was set on fire
by Dutch communist Marinus van der Lubbe. In the years
during which it abutted the Wall as a conference centre, West
Berliners played football on its lawn, while later artist Christo
famousl y wrapped it in cloth. It did not serve as parliament
again until 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 tourist attraction. 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. Admission to the rooftop
and glass dome is for visi tors who book a guided tour of
the building (in advance, by email or phone), or who have a
reservation at the Dachgarten restaurant. Q Last admission
at 22:00. Admission free.
Museums
Because of its long period of separation, Berlin in effect has
two cities worth of museums, and the quality is proportional
to the quantity. The state museums, many clustered on
Museumsinsel (Museum Island), at the Kulturforum next
to Potsdamer Platz, and near Schlo Charlottenburg, include
audio guides and have a combined ticket system (see the
ticket options). The free Museum infoline (tel. 90 26 99
444) has all details about all Berlin museums.
Bauhaus Archiv D-4, Klingelhf er str. 14, TG,
MNollendorfplatz, tel. 254 00 20, www.bauhaus.de.
Sick of centuries of decorati ve design, a group of young
archi tects in Dessau under Wal ter Gropius started the
Bauhaus movement, believing firml y that by bringing design
(and foremostl y the architecture and furnishing of homes)
back to the basics would improve life. The group was joined
by big names such as Paul Klee, Wassil y Kandinsky, Ludwig
Mies van der Rohe, and was influenced by Piet Mondriaan
and Marc Chagall. Bauhaus top years were in the late 1920s.
Soon after, Nazi politics put an end to the liberties of the
group, which was branded cul turall y bolshevistic and it was
forced to move to Berlin. Many members emigrated to the
USA before the war broke out, and work was continued there.
This museum holds a large room with examples of Bauhaus
interiors, models of buildings and a collection of original
furniture, including Marcel Breuers famous 1926 steel tube
chair. Bauhaus influence on everyday design is immense -
after a visit here, youll start noticing it everywhere. QOpen
10:00 - 17:00. Closed Tue. Admission Wed-Fri 6/3, Sat-Mon
7/4 (including audio guide in German, English, French, Italian
or Spanish).
With over 450 exhibits from private
collections this permanent exhibition
provides general insight into Dal's virtuous
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BERLINS MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, PHOTOGRAPHY
AND ARCHITECTURE
The Berlinische Gal eri e is one of the newest museums
in the German capital and collects art from Berlin dating
from 1870 to the present day wi th both a l ocal and
international focus. I ts outstanding coll ections include
Dada Berlin, the Neue Sachli chkei t (New Obj ecti vi ty)
and the Eastern European avant-garde. The art of the
di vi ded and reuni fi ed ci ty of Berlin provi des another
focus.
Rainer Fetting. Berlin
Until 12 September
Berlin has consti tuted
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tant stages i n the li fe
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pai nter Rai ner Fetti ng
(*1949). For the fi rst
t i me, t he exhi bi t i on
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40 wor ks f r om f our
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ters Wall Pi ctures,
Drummer and Gui tar-
ist, Rol e Games and
I mages of Fri endshi p
and The New Berl i n
these are compre-
hensive, central work groups by Rainer Fetting, closely
connected to his creative work in Berlin.
Angela Bulloch. Vattenfall Contemporary 2011
Until 29 August
In her art Angela Bulloch examines the complex ways in which
systems of social rules function in society. In a piece entitled
Information, Manifesto, Rules and other leaks the artist
is continuing the ideas behind her Rules Series with some
new works developed especially for the exhibition venue.
12 x 12
The IBB video lounge at the Berlinische Galerie
09 September 2011 27 August 2012
For a period of one year, video works of 12 artists, who
have attracted attention with their innovative use of film
and video, will be presented in the IBB video lounge. The
new program format introduces not only new talents.
Established video artists are also invited to show their
works. Every month a program, which is representative for
each artists oeuvre, will be put together. The video lounge
will be realised with support of the Investitionsbank Berlin.
Lajos Kassk
Botschafter der Avantgarde 1915-1927
Until 17 October 2011
Lajos Kassk (1887-1967) was a key figure of the Hun-
garian avant-garde. The exhibition focuses on his years
of exile in Vienna (1920-1926) and the theory of picture
architecture which Kassk understood as an emancipatory
form of perception and expression. In addition, it will show
his journalistic activity in the circle of the internationally
influential magazine MA [Today], which reflected on expres-
sionist, dadaist and constructivist tendencies.
Rainer Fetting
Psychedelic East I, 1990
2011 Rainer Fetting
Foto: Kerstin Mller/Ute
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Berlinische Galerie G-4, Alte Jakobstr. 124-128,
KB, MHallesches Tor, tel. 78 90 26 00, www.
berlinischegalerie.de. Thi s museum for modern ar t,
photography, architecture, and artist archives concentrates
120 years worth of creativity forged in Berlin. Artists represent
the Secessi on, Expressi oni st, Dada, New Obj ecti vi ty
movements, and those representing divided Berlin. Giants
of German art include Heinrich Zille, Otto Dix, George Grosz,
Hannah Hch and Wolf Vostell. A much-needed addition to
the museum scene. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Tue.
Admission 6/3. Every 1st Monday of the month: 2.
Dal - The Exhibition at Potsdamer Platz F-4,
Leipziger Platz 7, MPotsdamer Platz, tel. (+49) 18 05 10
33 23, www.daliberlin.de. The master of surreal, Salvador
Dal, left a rich heritage of amazing artworks when he went
to mol ten-watch land himself, and now over 450 exhibits can
be viewed at this permanent exhibition near Postdamer Platz.
See true genius and craftsmanship in the many paintings,
sketches, books, films, objects, and documents that are
on show here. QOpen 12:00 - 20:00, Sun 10:00 - 20:00.
Admission 11/9.
Deutsche Guggenheim F-3, Unter den Linden 13-15,
MI, MFranzsische Str., tel. 202 09 30, www.deutsche-
guggenheim-berlin.de. Distancing itself as far as possible
from the conservati ve financial image, Deutsche Bank in
a unique joint venture wi th the Solomon R. Guggenheim
Foundation, hosts world renowned contemporary artists
in solo shows in this exhibition space designed by Richard
Gluckman. Four annual art exhibitions span classic modernism
to contemporary works. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00, Thu 10:00 -
22:00. Admission 4/3, free Mon. Free guided tours at 18:00.
Deutsches Historisches Museum F-3, Unter den
Linden 2, MI, MHackescher Markt, tel. 20 30 40,
www.dhm.de. Whod have thought to look for a Prussian
war chest in this earl y 18th-century building sitting pretty-in-
pink by the Spree? This former arsenal houses the German
History Museum, with its dazzling new extension designed
by architect I.M. Pei. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Friday 10:00 -
21:00. Admission 5.
Filmpark Babelsberg Grobeerenstr., MBabelsberg,
tel. +49 331 721 27 50, www.filmpark.de. Over 3,000
films have been shot at the famous Babelsberg UFA/DEFA
studi os, including Fri tz Langs Metropolis (1927). The
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themepark surrounding the studios is great for children and
adul ts. Though the topics may be unfamiliar to foreigners,
theres enough action to keep you amused, including stunt,
animal and pirate shows, studio tours and behind the scenes
insights into special effects through the years. QOpen 10:00
- 18:00. ** Closes 2 Nov. ** Admission 21/17, children 14.
Geml degal eri e E- 4, Matthi ki r chpl . 8, TG,
MPotsdamer Pl., tel. 266 29 51, www.museen-berlin.
de. 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 Italian works of
Botticelli, Titian, Raphael and others are from the 13th to 16th
century, those of the Dutch from the 15th and 16th centuries.
The Rembrandt collection, one of the worlds largest, has 16
works. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 22:00. Closed
Mon. Admission 8/4.
Hamburger Bahnhof E-2, Invalidenstr. 50-51,
TG, MLehr ter Bahnhof, tel. 39 78 34 12, www.
hamburgerbahnhof.de. I f trains still stopped in thi s
converted station, now a modern art museum, i t surel y
would have more visi tors. But those curious about the
expressiveness of a sculpture made of animal tallow (Joseph
Beuys) or urban dwellers fixated by bars of neon lighting (Dan
Flavin) should make the effort to get here. Andy Warhol and
Marcel Duchamp are the other familiar stars of this post-
1960s collection. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Sat 11:00 - 20:00,
Sun 11:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Admission 8/4.
Jewi sh Museum F- 4, Li ndenstr . 9- 14, KB,
MHallesches Tor, tel. 25 99 33 00, www.jmberlin.
de. The famous zi nc-pl ated for t ress desi gned by
Dani el Libeskind contains a moving perspecti ve on the
many ways in whi ch German li fe and Jewish histor y are
intri catel y inter woven. The interi or contains dark voids
for contemplation, but the exhibi ts cover much more than
the Hol ocaust chapter of Jewish histor y in Germany. All
texts are also in English. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00, Mon
10:00 - 22:00. Admissi on 5/2.50, changing exhibi ti ons
4/2; combined ti cket 7/3.50.
Naturkundemuseum (Natural history museum) F-2,
Invalidenstr. 43, tel. 20 93 85 91, www.naturkundemuseum-
berlin.de. 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. Due to renovations, the largest mounted
dinosaur in the world and some of his friends are off-limits, but
then theres still 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. QOpen 09:30 - 17:00, Sat, Sun
10:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Admission 6/3.50.
The cluster of majestic nineteenth century neoclassic buildings
on the tip of the island in the Spree makes the trip worthwhile in
itself, although the works inside are not to be missed. Whether
you want to visit one or all, Museuminsel offers 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.
One of the museums is closed for long-term renovations,
but the Bodemuseum has been gathering interest since its
reopening in October 2006. Admission to the museums is
free during the last four hours on Thursday.
Alte NationalgalerieG-3,Bodestr.1-3,MI,MHackescher
Markt, tel. 20 90 55 77, www.smb.museum. Czanne,
Rodin, Monet, Degas and Liebermann are some of the artists
whose works hang around this museum of 19th-century art.
Head to the top floor for the German Romantics. The temple-
like structure itself was built in 1876, and is surrounded by a
beautifully battered collonade. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00, Thu
10:00 - 22:00. Closed Mon. Admission 8/4.
Altes Museum G-3, Am Lustgarten, MI, MHackescher
Markt, tel. 20 90 55 77, www.smb.museum. This
neoclassic building by Prussias star architect Karl Friedrich
Schinkel was custom-made for the art collection of the royal
Hohenzollerns of Berlin in 1830. Classical antiquities became
the focus in 1904, and today the ground floor of the museum
uses pottery and sculptures to take you on a well-presented
tour through ancient Greek history. Upstairs is the temporary
home to the Egyptian Museum (same ticket). QOpen 10:00
- 18:00, Wed 10:00.22:00. Admission 8/4.
Bode Museum G-3, Monbijoubrcke, MI, MHackescher
Markt, tel. 266 36 66, www.smb.museum. After a long
restoration, the opulent Bode Museum has reopened, once
again making available a variety of beautiful artefacts ranging
from sculpture and European painting collections, many
religious and/or morbid, to the Byzantine wing, which offers
insight into the daily life of a disappeared culture (including a
popular contemporary gambling machine). QOpen 10:00 -
18:00, Thu 10:00 - 22:00. Admission 8/4.
Egyptian Museum G-3, Am Lustgar ten, MI,
MHackescher Markt, tel. 20 90 55 77, www.smb.
museum. Until the adjacent Neues Museum is finished
in 2009, the excellent Egyptian Museum and Papyrus
Collection are housed on the top floor of the Altes Museum
building (ticket valid for both). The best and most spectacular
Egyptian finds are displayed here, including the famous
busts of Queen Nefertiti and King Echnaton. QOpen 10:00
- 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 22:00. Admission 8/4.
Pergamon Museum G-3, Am Kupfergraben, MI,
MHackescher Markt, tel. 20 90 55 55, www.smb.
museum. The Pergamon has the best of Berlins classical
antiquities: the Greek Pergamon Al tar, the market gate of
Miletus and the blue-tiled Ishtar Gate and processional
way from Babylon. The Pergamon Altars enormous frieze
depicts the battle between the gods and the giants,
with gals like Athena, Aphrodite and Artemis wiping out
their opponents like robed Charlies Angels. Near-East
antiquities, with an emphasis on Assyria and Iran, and
Islamic art, including the great Mshatta palace facade
round out the museums treasure chest. The audioguide
has an instructi ve 30-minute highlights tour. QOpen
10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 22:00. Admission 8/4.
The Museumsinsel museums
The exciting new exhibition at Berlins Natural History
Museum is dedicated to one of the worlds most famous
fossils, the preserved remains of the Archaeopteryx,
renowned as the ancestor of birds, the link between
dinosaurs and feathered birds, a clumsy chicken, a
cultural treasure, a lucky find and a problem from the
linguistic and nomenclature perspective. Learn more
about this and 10 other exciting finds, and explore the
scienti fic questions around the creature that is both
dinosaur and bird.
Naturkundemuseum, Invalidenstrasse 43. Open
09:30-18:00, Sat, Sun 10:00-18:00, Mon closed.
Flying feathers
Special exhibition
Feathered Flight
150 years of Archaeopteryx
June December 2011
Invalidenstr. 43 10115 Berlin
www.naturkundemuseum-berlin.de
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MIKA ROTTENBERG, JANAINA
TSCHPE FANTASTIC NARRATIVES
IN CONTEMPORARY VIDEO
8.7. 9.10.
Unter den Linden 13/ 15, 10117 Berlin, deutsche-guggenheim.de
Daily, 10 a.m. 8 p.m.; Mondays, admission free
Aleksandra Mir, First Woman on the Moon, 1999
VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn 2011
Filmpark Babelsberg
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Martin-Gropius-Bau F-4, Niederkirchnerstr. 7, KB,
MPotsdamer Pl., tel. 25 48 60, www.gropiusbau.de.
Dusty pink brick, gilded mosaics, stucco work run riot - this
is the work of Great Uncle Gropius, not Wal ter Bauhaus
Gropius. Completed in 1881, the beauty once held an arts
and crafts museum and nothing on the touristy block can
hold a candle to i t. Today the Martin-Gropius-Bau hosts
excellent touring shows. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Tue.
Admission 7.50/6.
Neue Nationalgalerie E-4, Potsdamer Str. 50, TG,
MPotsdamer Pl., tel. 266 26 51, www.museen-berlin.
de. Youd think that the art world had gone to minimalist
extremes when passing Mies van der Rohes empty glass box
of a museum; the 20th century treasures are all underground.
It was here that the wildly successful MoMA in Berlin exhibit
was on view 24 hours during its last three days. Now that the
guest exhibit is gone, the permanent collection greats: Otto Dix,
Georg Grotz, Paul Klee, Wassily Kandinsky, Picasso and Leger,
among others, can make themselves at home again. QOpen
10:00 - 18:00, Thu 10:00 - 22:00, Sat, Sun 11:00 - 18:00. Closed
Mon. Admission 6/3.
German Technology Museum (Deutsches
Technikmuseum) F-4, Trebbiner Str. 9, MGleisdreieck,
tel. (+49)30 90 25 40, www.dtmb.de. Unmistakabl y
recognisable from the U-Bahn by the Douglas C-47 plane
suspended above the new aeronautics building, this is a huge
complex set in and around an old freight station rail depot, with
technical exhibitions, the Spectrum science centre with 250
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Visit the Deutsches Technikmuseum (German Technology
Museum) for an eventful and enj oyabl e j ourney of
discovery through the cultural history of technology. The
museum presents a broad spectrum of old and new
technology and demonstrates the various historical
connections to culture and everyday life. The collection
includes aviation and space flight objects, a huge variety
of trains, automobiles, film technology, and the worlds
first computers built by Konrad Zuse. The large museum
park containing two windmills, a water mill and a brewery
is an oasis of green. Spectrum, the neighbouring science
centre, has more than 250 experiments for discovering
physical phenomena through play.
Deutsches Technikmuseum
stations. Q Open Old Palace 09:00 - 17:00. New Wing 10:00
- 17:00. Closed Mon. Admission Old Palace 10, New Wing 6.
Sightseeing tours
Its unnarrated, but the cheapest tour through town is on
buses N100 and 200. These public double-decker buses
run between Zoo Bahnhof and Alexanderplatz, with the N100
passing the Tiergarten and Reichstag and the N200 taking a
slightly more southern route via the embassy area and Pots-
damer Platz before converging on Unter den Linden. A two hour
tour (20) on the yellow, double-decker City Circle bus runs
every 10 minutes. Select from 13 languages for the recorded
narration piped in through headphones. You can jump on and
off at the 16 stops between 10:00 - 18:00. Kurfrstendamm
216 and Alexanderplatz are the two main starting points.The
ticket is valid 24 hours. You can combine the tour with a river
cruise (29) or other attractions.
BERLINER UNTERWELTEN E.V.
Society for the Exploration and Documentation of Subterranean Architecture
Berlin from below
Cold War and WW II bunker tours
Different tours every day see: www.berliner-unterwelten.de
Subway: Gesundbrunnen (U8), southern entrance-hall Brunnenstrae 105
Berlin Underworlds
hands-on experiments, and a park with a Dutch windmill and
a brewery. QOpen 09:00 - 17:30, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 18:00.
Closed Mon. Admission 4.50/2.50.
Schloss Charlottenburg A-3, Spandauer Damm 20-
24, CB, MRichard-Wagner-Platz, Sophie-Charlotte-Pl.,
tel. 32 09 14 40, www.museen-berlin.de. The largest
royal residence in Berlin is Schloss Charlottenburg, named for
Prussias first queen. Though it began as a modest summer
palace in 1695, todays version, distinguished by its 505-meter
length and central tower, took its final form in 1790. You can
tour 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 beauti ful Baroque
garden landscape, mausoleum, and Belvedere teahouse with
a porcelain exhibition. Arriving via bus N109 or 210 will save
you a 15-minute walk from any of the nearest S- and U-Bahn
The Berliner Unterwelten Association (Berlin Underworlds
Association) allows you to experience Berlins history from an
unusual perspective, through its underground installations
dating back to the Cold War, WWII or earlier. Though
predominantly in the spaces below Berlins Gesundbrunnen
station, tours are also offered in several other complexes
usually not accessible to the public. The various tours are
held every day and most of the tours take place year round.
With prior notification, tours can be arranged for groups of
minimum 20 people at other times.
Tours in English:
Tour 1, Dark Worlds A bunker from the Nazi era: all-year,
everyday (except Tuesday) at 11 a.m.,
additionally on Mondays at 1 p.m.
Tour 2, From Flak Towers to Mountains of Debris Enter a
devastated albeit fascinating underground world: April 1st
October 31st only, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 4:00 p.m.
Tour 3 Subways, Bunkers, Cold War A political history
of Berlin from an unusual perspective: all-year, everyday
(except Monday) at 1 p.m., additionally on Tuesday at
11 a.m.
Tour M Breaching the Berlin Wall Subterranean
escapes from East Berlin to West Berlin: April 1st October
31st only, Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
These tours also take place in German and Spanish at
other times. Various tours also take place in Dutch, French,
Italian and Danish
For further information see www.berliner-unterwelten.de
Tickets (no reservation, just show up) and meeting point are
at the southern entrance of the Gesundbrunnen Subway
station (Brunnenstrae 105). Phone: +49-30-49 91 05 17
Berliner Unterwel ten e.V/Frieder Salm
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Berlin City Tour tel. (+49)(0)30 68 30 26 41, www.
berlin-city-tour.de. Doubledecker buses wi th li ve English
commentary circle the main sights all day. The full tour lasts
1hr 45mins. Hop on at Tauntzienstrae 16, Town Hall or
Brandenburger Tor. Q Tickets 14/11/5.
City Safari tel. (+49)(30) 41 93 50 17, www.
citysafari-berlin.com. Hop onto one of the doubledecker
buses decked out in giraffe, zebra or tiger colours to see
the sights of Berlin. Tickets are available from the kiosks
at Brandenburger Tor, Hauptbahnhof, Potsdamer Platzand
the Rotes Rathaus, as well as on the buses which run from
10:00-18:00 dail y. Then hop on and off as you please,
and make use of a free boat tour. Commentary en route is
provided in 12 languages, and theres video too for viewing
images of old Berlin. Q Tickets 20/10.
Severin + Khn , tel. (+49)30 880 41 90, www.severin-
kuehn-berlin.de. Check the website for their three-hour Berlin
Classic Live Tour taking in all the sights (19), and various
excursions such as Potsdam/Sanssouci (39) or Dresden
(49). Q Tickets 19. Buses run from 10:00 - 15:00.
Viewpoints
Fernsehturm (TV tower) G-3, Panoramastr. 1a,
Mitte, MAlexanderpl., tel. (+49)30 247 57 58 75,
www.tv-turm.de. The skewered disco ball may well have
been Socialist Germanys most innovati ve design, as i ts
form predated the light-throwing device of the ABBA era by
about 10 years. The 368-metre television broadcast tower,
completed in 1969 and 70m higher than the Eiffel tower, even
has a restaurant wi th a rotating floor (phone ahead for a
table). Whether ones in the east or west, the towers round
head peering over rooftops certainl y brings a level of humour
to the skyline. Photos circling the enclosed observation level
point out the landmarks for you. QOpen 09:00 - 24:00.
Admission 11/7.
Walking & Bike tours
Berlin on Bike G-2, Knaackstr. 97, Kulturbrauerei,
PB, MEberswalderstr., tel. (+49)(0)30 43 73 99 99,
booking@berlinonbike.de, www.berlinonbike.de. Two
guided bike-tours are offered between 1 April and 1 November.
Choose between the Berlin Wall Tour (Tue, Thu, Sat at
11:00) which covers seven miles of the former death strip and
includes a visit to one of the last border watchtowers; and
Berlins Best (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun at 11:00) which cycles past
the main sights. Tours start in court 4 of the Kulturbrauerei, or
join at the Berliner Bank on the corner of Eberswalder Strae
and Schnhauser Allee. Q 18 including rental bike, or 13
with your own. Bike rental without tour 10 per 24 hours.
Panoramapunkt E- 4, Potsdamer Pl at z 1,
Tiergarten, MPotsdamer Pl., tel. (+49)30 25 93 70
80, info@panoramapunkt.de, www.panoramapunkt.
de. It takes just 20 seconds on Europes fastest elevator
to get shot up to Berlins best viewpoint, on the 24th and
25th floor of this red brick skyscraper. Architect Hans
Kollhoffs magnificent 1930s-inspired building refers to
New Yorks skyscraping glory days but also resembles
the Berlin bear, complete with a golden crown. On the top
floors theres a short film and an exhibition about the
amazing history of Potsdamer Platz square, which went
from a world-class entertainment area to a Wall-divided
wasteland and back again within a generation. The caf
and rooftop terrace offer great close-up views of Berlins
highlights: Brandenburger Tor, the Holocaust memorial,
Unter den Linden, the former Wall zone and Tiergarten
park. On lazy summer days, closing time is postponed
for sunset. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. Admission 5,50/4,
audioguide 2,50.
Panoramapunkt
Landesarchiv Berlin
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
differences that cannot be erased in a matter of a few
years. Heres an overview of sights that give insight into
life with the Wall.
Alliiertenmuseum (Allied Museum) Clayallee
135, ZD, MOskar-Helena-Heim, tel. 818 19 90, www.
alliiertenmuseum.de. The Allied Museum covers 50 years
of West German-Allied (US, British, French) relations in the US
Army movie house Outpost. The prize exhibit is the original
sentry box from the Checkpoint Charlie border crossing.
QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Wed. Admission free.
Berlin Wall Memorial F-2, Bernauer Str. 111,
MNordbahnhof, tel. 464 10 30, www.berliner-mauer-
dokumentationszentrum.de. This excellent information
centre covers the Walls history in film, slides, and English
text. German speakers can listen to the propaganda of the
Studio at the Barbed Wire broadcasts, which vans blasted
via bullhorns to East German border guards between 1961
and 1965. The guards often drowned out the message from
the West by playing music. A graffiti-free portion of preserved
Wall runs along Bernauer Strae; you can walk behind it and
peer through a crack to see a preserved section of death
strip. One stop by tram M10 from the S-Bahn station. QOpen
10:00 - 17:00. Closed Mon. Admission free.
Deutsch-Russisches Museum Zwieseler Str. 4 (corner
of Rheinstr.), MKarlshorst, tel. 50 15 08 41, www.
museum-karlshorst.de. In the southeast, the building where
Germany signed its surrender in May 1945 now serves as the
Deutsch-Russisches Museum Berlin-Karlshorst. More rooms
focus on World War II, but exhibits include Soviet relations to both
East and West Germany and the presence of the war following
the war. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Mon. Admission free.
Haus am Checkpoint Charlie (The Wall Museum)
F-4, Friedrichstr. 43-45, KB, MKochstr., tel. 253 72 50,
www.mauer-museum.com. A homespun Great Escape
museum of false trunks, tools, videos and stills of tunnel-
digging - and a submarine - attest to necessity and desire
being the mother of invention. Visit this museum for dramatic
stories of separated lovers, freedom-seeking families, and
fed-up senior citizens in the GDR who eventuall y breached
the Wall. A worthwhile stop, though unfortunatel y, the poor
translations and outdated texts do li ttle to illuminate the
events leading up to the Walls construction. The museum
also has art interpreting the concrete division of the city, an
exhibi t on human rights movements, and film screenings.
QOpen 09:00 - 22:00. Admission 9.50/5.50.
Stasi Museum (Forschungs- und Gedenksttte
Normannenstrae) Ruschestrae 103, Haus 1, FH,
MMagdalenenstr., tel. 553 68 54, www.stasimuseum.
de. East Germanys State Securi ty 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 famil y of those they wished
to keep an eye on. Today, this humble museum shows the
office of Erich Mielke, the Stasi minister for 32 years, in its
original dull state. In the former cafeteria you can watch a
video of Mielke testifying before a panel in 1989. Symbols of
Communist kitsch can be found in one room, and documents
in German make up the bulk of the exhibits. English tours are
available with advance request. QOpen 11:00 - 18:00, Sat,
Sun 14:00 - 18:00. Admission 3.50.
Trabi Safari F-3, Zimmerstr. 97, MStadtmitte, tel.
27 59 22 73, www.trabi-safari.de. East Germanys
cuddl y two-stroke 26hp plastic car, recognisable by the
characteristic bem-bem sound and cloud of smoke, has
nearl y been wiped off the streets of Berlin. On a Trabi safari
you are shown how to operate the revol ver-like gearshi ft
and then off you go on an hour-long trip through the eastern
part of town in a column of up to si x farting Trabis. Choose
from a fleet of 60 colourful cars, zebra-striped, cabriolet
or streched. Find Trabi Safari at the Wel t Balloon near
Checkpoint Charli e. QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Day trips
10:00-18:00, Night trips 20:00-24:00. From 30/person,
book in advance.
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POTSDAM
After flowing a bucolic 400km from the Czech border region
to Berlin, the Spree River goes out with a bang before
disappearing into the Havel River in the Spandau district.
Cutting a southeast to northwest passage through the
city, the river provides tremendous views of the urban
landscape, including the Berlin Cathedral, the Reichstag
and government di stri ct and the Berl i n Wal l between
Ostbahnhof and Warschauer Strae. Some of the Spree
is diverted along park-lined canals and the city has more
bridges than those boastful cities Venice and Amsterdam.
Taking in the city from the top deck of a cruise boat is a great way
to spend a few hours. A waiter takes orders for beer, meals, snacks
and ice cream. The captain or a guide narrates (often in German
only), but youll get the idea when passing a great-looking building.
M.S. Schiffskontor tel. (+49)30 61 62 93 87, www.
schiff skontor.de. Thi s char ter ser vi ce company wi th
antique boats can cater to any occasion - from a relaxed
business event to a birthday party - and can take you just
about anywhere on Berlins waterways. Ride near to the
waves in the rustic open Oskar, buil t in 1930, which seats
16 people and has a canvas top. Youll look dashing wi th
dark sunglasses and a flowing scarf on the elegant I talian
Afrodi te, a pink beauty from 1950; this ship provides
cushi oned banquette seating and space for elaborate
picnics. And there are more elegant boats to choose from.
The websi te is in German, but the office staff speak English.
Prices depend on what kind of tour you want and on food
and drinks served.
Reederei BWSG tel. +49 30 6513415, fax +49 30
6519422, info@bwsg-berlin.de, www.bwsg-berlin.de.
Conducts various themed tours on the Spree, like the East-
Side Tour past the remains of the Wall and new developments
in Eastern Berlin, and the Architectour, focusing on old, new
and future buildings.
Reederei Riedel tel. (+49)30 693 46 46, www.
reederei-riedel.de. Join an informati ve voyage around the
ci ty centre in one of Riedels panorama ships, accompanied
wi th mul ti-lingual audio guide texts. The three-hour tour
takes you beneath 63 bridges, through locks, past all the
ci ty centre highlights, plus the red brick Oberbaumbrcke,
Kreuzbergs park areas and Potsdamer Platz. The 1,5-
hour tour floats by the highlights of the ci ty. Embark at
one of ten piers.
Stern und Kreisschiffahrt tel. (+49)30 536 36 00,
www.sternundkreis.de. 29 vessels conducting 20 different
tours on the waterways of Berlin and surroundings.
Wi nkl ers shi ps star t thei r l onger tours at the
Schlobrcke in Charlottenburg, with the one-hour tours
departing next to Friedrichstrae train station. The longer
tours take in the citys bridges and sights by day, lasting
3 hours, though one doubles back past the citys main
sights while the other makes a round loop (and though
it may pass less spectacular sights, the parts of the city
are no less scenic). The evening tour shows you the city
lights by night. Narration is bilingual on the short tours,
otherwise English texts are available.
Departures at 10:10, 11:00, 14:15 and 15:00.
Tickets from 9-17. Reederei Winkler, tel. +49
30 349 95 95, info@reedereiwinkler.de, www.
reedereiwinkler.de.
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Part of Berlins charm is its proud grittiness, but dont chide
yourself for being bourgeois if it gets to you - it got on the nerves
of Friedrich der Groe (Frederick II the Great), too. The ruler of
Berlin (and all of Prussia) from 1740 to 1786 built his favorite
abode Sanssouci, outside Berlin in the town of Potsdam.
Without a worry was the French name of his palace, though
thanks to considerable care taken by its architect Georg
Wenzeslaus von Knobelsdorff, craftsmen, and artisans, it is
hailed as the Versailles of Germany. Sanssouci was intended
as a summer residence, and though Friedrich stretched out
the seasons he spent here, tourists dont have the same
privilege: many buildings close between mid-October and
April. The best attractions are open through winter - Park
Sanssoucis Schloss Sanssouci and Neues Palais; and the
Neuer Gartens Marmorpalais and Schloss Cecilienhof.
Potsdam basics
Potsdam is just a thirty-minute ride on RE train N1 or 3 from
central Berlin. From Potsdams Hauptbahnhof station take
bus N695 to get to the city centre and Sansoucci park. More
information: Postdam Tourist Information, Am Alten Markt 5,
tel. 0331 275 58 20, www.potsdam.de.
Biosphre Potsdam Georg-Herrmann-Allee 99, tel.
(+49)30 331 55 07 40, www.biosphaere-potsdam.de. A bit
of jungle in Potsdam. Over 20.000 plants (orchids, bromelias, ferns,
palm trees and more) in a hot and humid tropical hall. The children
will have plenty to discover - including an indoor playground. From
Potsdam station take tram N92 to Campus Fachhochschule or
N96 to Buga-Park. QOpen 09:00 - 18:00, Sat, Sun 10:00 - 19:00.
Admission 9,50/6,50, 10 including playground.
Filmmuseum Potsdam Marstall am Lustgarten,
MPotsdam-Hauptbahnhof, tel. (+49)30 331 27 18 10,
www.filmmuseum-potsdam.de. Featuring the history of the
nearby Babelsberg film studios and with changing exhibitions
on the world of film, possibl y the best thing about this
museum are the evening screenings of modern and classic
international films. Silent films are accompanied live by an
antique cinema organ. The Film Caf serves drinks and food.
QOpen 10:00 - 18:00. Admission 3,50/2,50.
Neues Palais tel. (+49)30 331 96 94 255, www.spsg.de.
Friedrich II preferred the simpler Schloss Sanssouci, but this was
the palace in which his descendants Wilhelm I and Wilhelm II razzled
and dazzled guests. Use the English-language text (10 deposit) as
you follow the German guide through studies, bedrooms, and party
rooms. The stone- and shell-encrusted Muschel Saal is like a grotto
from The Little Mermaid, and amongst so many chandeliers on
two floors, its Karl Friedrich Schinkels crown of kings that stands
out. QOpen 10:00 - 16:00. Closed Fri. Admission 5.
Park Sanssouci tel. (+49)30 331 969 42 02, www.
spsg.de. The low-lying rococo Schloss Sanssouci has a
gorgeous terraced approach. Its Bildergalerie wing features
works by Rubens, Van Dijck and Caravaggio. On the opposite
side are the Neue Kammerns guest apartments. The palace
sits within the 290 hectares of Park Sanssouci, which among
other sights holds a botantical garden, the Orangerie, Roman
baths, the Chinese House, the Neues Palais, and Karl Friedrich
Schinkels Schloss Charlottenhof, whose interior is perhaps the
best preserved example of Schinkels work. Each sight has its
own separate admission charge and changing exhibits. A general
information office can be found at the historic windmill, between
the Orangerie and Schloss Sanssouci. The hilltop Belvedere
auf dem Pfingstberg (closed Dec.-Feb) is a romantic folly
lookout tower built according to plans of Friedrich Wilhelm IV and
completed in 1863. QOpen 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Mon. Schloss
Sanssouci is open 10:00 - 16:00, closed Mon. The guided tour
costs 8; entrance to the park (open from dawn to dusk) is free.
Over 3,000 films have been shot over the last century at
the famous Babelsberg UFA/DEFA studios, including Fritz
Langs Metropolis from 1927. The studios theme park
may be keyed towards a German audience, but still has
enough excitement and interest for foreigners to make
a trip worthwhile. There are stunt, animal and pirate
shows, studio tours and behind the scenes insights into
the development of special effects through the years.
The new exhibition Star Trek - Die Ausstellung is a must
for all trekkies beaming down to Berlin; see original sets
(including the bridge of the Starship Enterprise where you
can sit in the captains chair), photos, videos, costumes
and interactive displays about the five TV series made
in the 1960s and the eleven films shot in the decades
afterwards.
Filmpark Babelsberg, Grobeerenstrasse,
Potsdam, +49 331 721 27 50, www.filmpark-
babelsberg.de / www.startrek-dieausstellung.de.
Open 10:00-18:00. Admission 13/10.
Filmpark Babelsberg
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Books in Berlin C-4, Goethestr. 69, CB, MErnst-
Reuter-Pl., tel. 313 12 33, www.booksinberlin.de. A
nook devotedl y entirel y to English-language books. QOpen
12:00 - 20:00, Sat 10:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun.
Dussmann F-3, Friedrichstr. 90, MI, MFriedrichstr.,
tel. 20 25 24 10. Four floors make Dussmann the biggest
bookstore in Berlin. The English-language section is limited,
but music and DVDs are for sale on the ground floor, there
are comfy balcony areas for reading upstairs and theres a
cafe on the top floor. QOpen 12:00 - 24:00. Closed Sun.
Marga Schoeller BcherstubeC-4, Knesebeckstr. 33, CB,
MUhlandstr., tel. 881 11 12. A tightly-packed shop of English-
language literature, as well as academic books. QOpen 09:30
- 19:00, Thu, Fri 09:30 - 20:00, Sat 09:30 - 16:00. Closed Sun.
Department stores
Alexa Centre G-3, Alexanderplatz, Grunerstr. 20,
MAlexanderplatz, tel. 269 34 00, www.alexacentre.
com. At the eastern end of Alexanderplatz square, the Alexa
Centre shopping mall is a remarkable Spanish-designed building,
inspired by Berlins golden age in the 1920s and the citys
tradition of department stores. With five floors and 180 shops,
restaurants and cafs, theres something for everyone here, from
fashion to books and groceries to music and film. Both parents
and children will love the massive kids area, which even has a
cinema.QOpen Mon-Sat 10:00-21:00 (lower level from 08:00).
Food court also open Sun 11:00-19:00. LOXX daily 10:00-19:00.
Gal eri a Kauf hof G- 3, Al exanderpl . 9, Mi tte,
MAl exanderpl ., tel . +49 30 24 74 30, www.
galeria-kaufhof.de. The best department store east of
Friedrichstrae is modern inside but a concrete and metal
monstrosity seen from outside. QOpen . Closed Sun. Mon-
Wed 09:30 - 20:00, Thu-Sat 09:30 - 22:00.
You could ruin a good set of heels window-shopping in Berlin.
Stroll Kurfrstendamm, particularly between Uhlandstr.
and Adenauerpl., for Versace, Jil Sander, Gucci, and Sonia
Rykiel. If youre looking for something other than the same
old same old, follow Berliners to the boutiques of Annette
Peterman and Nanna Kuckuck on Bleibtreustr.
With the exception of Berlins proudest department store,
Kaufhaus des Westens (KaDeWe, Department store of
the west), Tauentzienstr. is lined with mass market retail
stores. KaDeWe has an excellent selection of foods as well
as a vast array of services, from umbrella repair to tailoring.
Mittes credit card trail is Friedrichstr., between Unter
den Linden and Stadtmitte. Tank-size Bentleys and costly
ounces of French perfume now define the street where
Soviets and Americans faced off in the Cold War. The Fried-
richstadtpassagen and Galeries Lafayette (with a fascinating
interior and gourmet basement) are the main emporiums.
Mittes maze of streets around Weinmeisterstr. is where to
find whats driving the under-thirty crowd into debt. Half-sewn
shirts are the new prt-a-portier.
Kreuzberg, where the protesting students of 1968 have grown
grey alongside Turkish immigrants, has two main shopping
streets. Between bars and take-out eateries on Oranienstr.
are bookstores, wool specialists, ethnic grocers, internet cafs
and Luzifer, a long-time maker of monotone linen and wool
clothing. Bergmannstr. is less scruffy but still full of funky gift
and household supply stores, as well as a few clothing stores.
Full of people under thirty, Prenzlauer Berg is where to
watch the trends. Kastanianallee and Szredzkistr. are
two streets to comb, but youre likely to find an interesting
window display wherever you walk.
Antiques
Antique stores cluster so convenientl y together that it
takes all the fun out of having a private driver. Keithstr., a
two-minute walk from U-Bahn station Wittenbergpl., is lined
with shops. The area around Nollendorfpl. - Eisenacher
Str., Motzstr., and Nollendorfstr. - is another centre of dust-
collection. The holdings of the shops along Georgenstr.
cant be too precious because their roof is the S-Bahn track
between Hackescher Markt and Friedrichstr.
Books
Berlin Story F-3, Unter den Linden 26, MI, MFriedrichstr.,
tel. 20 45 38 42. The city is the muse of Berlin Story, which
has souvenirs in addition to books about and guides to the city.
A 25-minute film on Berlin, a 1930 city model, and a history
exhibit are part of the free exhibition upstairs. Those interested
in the film The Downfall, about Hitlers last days in his bunker,
should take a flip through the book The Fhrer Bunker, available
in English only here. QOpen 10:00 - 22:00, Sun 10:00 - 20:00.
Different every day. tausche
Taschen stands for bags with
exchangeable flaps in more
than 100 different designs.
Two flaps are included in the
price of one bag. Various
insets equip your bag to suit
any occasion.
Raumerstr. 8, tel. 40 30
17 70, fax 40 30 17 71,
info@tausche.de, www.
tausche.de.
tausche Taschen
In a remarkable ambiance
of high quality materials
and exci t i ng desi gn,
combining traditional and
mo d e r n J a pa n, t h e
Japanese brand Onitsuka
Tiger presents the whole
vari ety of i ts shoe and
apparel collections. Dont miss the specials celebrating
the 60th anniversary of the brand.
Alte Schnhauser Str. 20-22, tel. 24 63 21 03,
www.onitsukatiger.com. Open Mon-Fri 11:00-19:30,
Sat 11:00-19:00.
Onitsuka Tiger Store Berlin
Bag Ground
G-2, Gipsstr. 23b, MWeinmeisterstr., tel.
27 58 31 77, www.bag-ground.com. Classic,
daring and cute quality handbags from a variety
of Germany and international designers. Prices
star t around 35. QOpen 12:00 - 20:00.
Closed Sun.
Birkenstock Shop Berlin G-3, Neue Schnhauser Str.
6-7, MI, MHackescher Markt, tel. 28 09 96 94. Made in
Germany since 1774. One has to wonder about what reputation
18th century Birkenstock sandal wearers had - were they even
then liberal tree-huggers? Amongst the very cool boutiques
selling shoes with tendon-thin heels, its refreshing to find a
shoe store that wants you to survive walking Berlins uneven
cobblestone streets. Comfort is even part of the design of the
line by catwalk supermodel Heidi Klum. QOpen 11:00 - 20:00.
BOSS Or ange G- 2/3, Max- Be er - St r . 2,
MWeinmeisterstr., tel. 847 10 78 80. A fantastic new
BOSS shop aimed at the young, cool end of the market. The
sawed-up cars at the entrance may seem unusual, but then
theres the underground gallery, in what looks like an air-raid
bunker. The wacky changing rooms top anything weve seen.
A bar in the shop serves stylefood should you get peckish.
QOpen 11:00 - 20:00. Closed Sun.
Bubble.kid G-3, Rosa-Luxemburg-Strasse 7, MI,
MAlexanderplatz, tel. 94 40 42 52, www.bubblekid.de.
A young Berlin label producing creative fashion for babies and
children up to 6 years. The German-made cotton clothes are
functional, trendy, colourful and safe. Online sales available.
QOpen 11:30 - 19:00, Sat 11:30 - 16:00. Closed Sun.
Budapester Schuhe C-4,, CB, MUhlandstr., tel. 882
36 76. Mens shoes get all the fondling nowadays - this shop
carries handcrafted Italian, English, American, and Hungarian
leather shoes. The womens shoes, primaril y by top Italian
designers, rel y on mechanical precision. QOpen 10:00 -
19:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun.
Cijada G-1, Danziger Str. 15,
tel. 48 49 77 16, www.
cijada.de. For women whose
first priority in buying shoes is
beauty, style and elegance,
Cijada is an essential stop on
any shoppi ng t our. Thi s
independent shoe boutique
offers a range of high-quality footwear that is hand-picked to
keep pace with the very latest fashion trends. Brands include
Birkenstock, Paco Gil, Minnetonka, Fred de la Bretoniere and
Bronx. QOpen 11:00 - 19:00, Sat 11:00 - 14:00. Closed Sun.
Galeries Lafayette F-3,, MI, MFranzsische Str., tel.
20 94 80, www.lafayette-berlin.de. French Huguenots did
much for Berlins cul tural development in the late 1600s, and
the rebirth of Friedrichstrae in the late 1990s wouldnt have
been possible without this posh French department store.
Archi tect Jean Nouvel designed the building, which has a
fabulous gaping glass funnel in the centre. Less is indeed
more, as youll see on the price tag of every dainty accessory.
QOpen 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Sun.
Kaufhaus des Westens (KaDeWe) D-4, Tauentzienstr.
21, CB, MWittenbergpl., tel. 212 10, www.kadewe.de.
Berlins answer to Harrods has seven huge floors with two
devoted completel y to gourmet food and drink. Have oysters
at the champagne bar to take the sting out of your shopping
spree. If anything has come undone on your travels, there
are myriad repair and cleaning services at hand to make it
all better, dear. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00, Fri 10:00 - 22:00, Sat
09:30 - 20:00. Closed Sun.
Quartier 206 F-3, Friedrichstr. 71, MI, MStadmitte,
tel. 20 94 62 40, www.quartier206.de. Berlins design
and li festyle department store par excellence. An elegant,
cosmopoli tan world of shopping on two storeys wi th an
imaginati ve, exclusi ve and trend-setting range of i tems.
Covering 2,500 square metres of retail space in three
interlinked street blocks, and including international designer
fashion, accessories, popular labels, cosmetics, jewellery,
books, art and flowers, Quartier 206 offers an enriching
shopping experience. QOpen 10:30 - 19:30, Sat 10:00
- 18:00. Closed Sun.
Fashion
Adi das St or e G- 2/3, Mnz st r . 13, MI ,
MWeinmeisterstr., tel. 27 59 43 81. QOpen 11:00 -
20:00. Closed Sun.
T h e j e w e l l e r y
s h o p n e a r t h e
Kul t ur br auer ei i n
Prenzlauer Berg offers
i ndi vi dual l y made
weddi ng ri ngs and
designs in platinum,
gold and silver, as well
as selling the work of
contemporary young
artists. With everything from minimal to classic, with or
without gems, any shopper can find something to wear,
or have an item specially made.
Juwelier Heidenreich, Danziger Str. 17, PB, tel.
44 04 22 70, U-Bahn Eberswalder Str. Open Tue-Fri
11:00-19:00, Sat 11:00-14:00, closed Sun, Mon.
Heidenreich jewellery
Berlin Helmholtzplatz www.tausche.de
Raumerstr. 8, 40301770
Berlin Boxhagener Platz
Krossener Str. 19, 34711150
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Escada F-3, Friedrichstr. 176-179, MI, MStadtmitte,
tel. 238 64 04. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00.
Closed Sun.
Hilfiger Denim Store Rosenthaler Str. 38, tel. (+49)30
24 63 20 91, www.hilfigerdenim.com. Denim with sexy
patterns, cool styles and trendy colours in a designer shop.
Three other outlets in town.
MO-A J-4, Oderstrasse 16, FH, MSamariter Str., tel.
27 57 13 33, www.mo-a.de. Monika Alschweigs atelier
is where to pick up the woman of leisures must-haves:
silk kimonos, linen Thai fishing pants, and dresses of
comfortable elegance. Her pompadour bags in pastels or
Asian-inspired red and black are featured at the luxurious
Hotel Adl ons shop. Q Tue, Wed, Fri 14:00-19:00, Sat
11:00-14:00.
Nike Town D-4, Tauentzienstr. 66, CB, MWittenbergpl.,
tel. 250 70. QOpen 10:00 - 20:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00.
Closed Sun.
Tausche Taschen H-1, Raumerstr. 8, MEberswalder
Str., tel. 40 30 17 70, info@tausche.de, www.tausche.
de. Different everyday! tausche Taschen stands for bags
with exchangeable flaps in more than 100 different designs.
Two flaps are included in the price of one bag. Various insets
equip your bag to suit any occasion. Q Mon-Fri 11:00-20:00,
Sat 11:00-18:00
Jewellery
Askania G-3, Rosenthaler Str. 40/41, MHackescher
Markt, www.askania-watches.com. Berlin is a special city,
and now the buzzing metropolis has its old watchfactory back,
once again producing mechanical masterpieces in line with
a tradition dating back more than a hundred years. Discover
the exci tement of mechanical watches made in Berlin at
Askanias impressive store in the Hackesche Hfe courtyards.
QOpen 12:00 - 20:00.
Bul gari C- 4, Fasanenstr. 70, Charl ottenbur g,
MUhlandstr., tel. (+49)30 885 79 20. QOpen 10:00
- 19:00, Sat 10:00 - 16:00. Closed Sun.
Cartier C-4, Fasanenstr. 28, MUhlandstr., tel. (+49)30
886 70 60. QOpen 10:00 - 19:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00.
Closed Sun.
Christ Juweliere F-3, Friedrichstr. 176-179, Mitte,
MFranzsische Str., tel. (+49)30 204 10 49. QOpen
10:00 - 19:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00. Closed Sun. 17 other
outlets in town.
Markets
Kunst und Nostalgiemarkt F-3, Kupfergraben, MI,
MFriedrichstr.. Lining the way to the Pergamon Museum are
canal-side stalls carrying crafts and souvenirs including red-and-
green gummi Ampelmnnchen. Q Open Sat, Sun 11:00 - 17:00.
Trdel and Kunstmarkt D-3, Strae des 17. Juni, TG,
MTiergarten, tel. 26 55 00 96. Most the vendors at this
antique and craft market next to Tiergarten S-Bahn station are
well-organised, making finding that door handle, French glass
vase, Turkish kilim, or amber necklace more of a shopping than
rummaging experience. Artisans with new wares are separate
from the antique section, which includes second-hand CDs and
clothes. Q Open Sat, Sun 10:00 - 17:00.
Trdelmarkt D-5, John-F-Kennedy Pl., SB, MRathaus
Schneberg, tel. 03322-24 67 23. Less touristy than the
Strae des 17. Juni market, this fleamarket offers better deals,
especially when vendors are wrapping up for the day. Q Open
Sat, Sun 08:00 - 16:00.
Trdelmarkt J-4, Boxhagener Platz, FH, MFrankfurter
Tor. The fleamarket on the Boxi may be the funkiest place
to trawl though junk including everything from 1970s tape
recorders to Polish art posters and second-hand clothing.
There are plenty of cafs in the area to combine your treasure
hunt with breakfast. Q Open Sun 10:00 - 18:00.
Near the metro station Eberswalder Strasse.
Danziger Strasse 15 / 10435 Berlin / www.cijada.de / info@cijada.de
TEL: + 49(0) 3048491176 / FAX: + 49(0) 3048491179
OPENING HOURS: Tue- Fri: 1119 Uhr / Sat: 1118 Uhr
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Telephone
Berlins telephone code is 030. When phoning between
German cities, the full city code including the zero must be
used. Calls to mobiles (Handys in German) require the initial
zero. To call abroad, dial 00 followed by the international
country code and the local number. To call Germany from
abroad, dial the international access code followed by the
German country code (49), and the city code (Berlin 030,
Frankfurt 069, Munich 089) or mobile number, dropping
the initial zero. Most public telephones are card-operated.
Airlines
Air Berlin, www.airberlin.com.
Air France, tel. 0180-583 08 30, www.airfrance.com.
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Anhal ter Str. F 4
Annenstr. GH 4
Ansbacher Str. D 4/5
Anton-Saefkow-Str. I 2
Arndtstr. F 5
Aschaffenburger Str. D 5
Auerstr. I 3
Augsburger Str. CD 4
Auguststr. FG 2
Axel-Springer-Str. F 4
B.-Lichtenberg-Str. HI 2
Baerwaldstr. G 5
Barbarossastr. D 5
Barnimstr. H 2/3
Bartningallee D 3
Baruther Str. F 5
Bayerische Str. B 4/5
Bayerischer Platz D 5
Bebelplatz F 3
Behrenstr. F 3
Belforter Str. GH 2
Bergmannstr. FG 5
Bernauer Str. FG 1/2
Berolinastr. H 3
Bertol t-Brecht-Platz F 3
Bethaniendamm H 4
Beusselstr. C 2
Bismarckstr. BC 3/4
Bleibtreustr. C 4
Blcherstr. FG 5
Bodestr. F 3
Borsigstr. F 2
Btzowstr. HI 2
Bouchstr. I 5
Brandenburger Tor F 3
Brandenburgische Str.
BC 4/5
Breite Str. G 3
Breitscheidplatz C 4
Brckenstr. H 3/4
Brderstr. F 3
Brunnenstr. FG 1/2
Budapester Str. D 4
Blowstr. E 4/5
Bundesallee C 4/6
Bundesratufer D 3
Burgstr. G 3
Charlottenburger Ufer B 3
Charlottenstr. F 3/4
Chausseestr. F 2
Chodowickistr. H 2
Choriner Str. G 2
Christburger Str. H 2
Christinenstr. G 2
Colmarer Str. H 2
Danckelmannstr. A 3
Danziger Str. G 1-I 2
Dennewitzplatz E 5
Diedenhofer Str. H 2
Dietrich-Bonhoeffer-Str. H 2
Dircksenstr. G 3
Dberitzer Str. E 2
Dorotheenstr. F 3
Drakestr. D 4
Dresdener Str. G 4
Dunckerstr. H 1
Dsseldorfer Str. BC 5
E.-Bol tze-Str. I 2
E.-Frstenberg-Str. I 2
Ebertstr. F 3
Ebertystr. I 2/3
Eislebenerstr. C 4
Elisabethkirchstr. F 2
Emser Str. C 4/5
Engeldamm H 4
Englische Str. C 3
Entlastungsstr. E 3
Erkelenzdamm F 4
Ernst-Reuter-Platz C 3
Esmarchstr. H 2
Fasanenallee D 3/4
Fasanenstr. C 4/5
Fehmarner Str. D 1
Fehrbelliner Str. G 2
Feldzeugmeisterstr. D 2
Fischerinsel G 3
Flensburger Str. D 3
Flotowstr. D 3
Fr.-Knstler-Str. G 4
Franz-Klhs-Str. F 4
Franzsische Str. F 3
Fraunhoferstr. C 3
Friedensstr. H 2/3
Friedrichstr. F 3/4
Fritschestr. A 3/4
Fuggerstr. DE 4
Gartenstr. F 1/2
Gaustr. B 2
Geisbergstr. C 5
Gendarmenmarkt F 3
Georgenkirchstr. H 2/3
Georgenstr. F 3
Gertraudenstr. G 3
Geschw.-Scholl-Str. F 3
Giesebrechtstr. B 4
Gipsstr. G 2
Gitschiner Str. F 4
Glinkastr. F 3
Gneisenaustr. FG 5
Goethestr. BC 4
Grlitzer Str. HI 4/5
Grlitzer Ufer I 5
Gormannstr. G 2
Grainauer Str. C 5
Greifswalder Str. HI 1/2
Grolmannstr. C 4
Grobeerenstr. F 5
Groe Hamburger Str. G 2/3
Groer Stern Siegessule D 3
Grogrschenstr. E 5
Gruner Str. G 3
Grunewaldstr. D 5
Gnzelstr. CD 5
Gutenbergstr. C 3
H.-Jadamowitz-Str. I 3
H.-Kapelle-Str. I 2
Habersaathstr. EF 2
Hallesches Ufer F 4
Hndelallee D 3
Hannoversche Str. F 2
Hansaufer D 3
Hanseatenweg D 3
Hans-Otto-Str. HI 2
Hardenbergplatz C 4
Hardenbergstr. C 4
Haubachstr. B 3
Hauptstr. DE 4/5
Hausburgstr. I 2/3
Heidelberger Str. I 5
Heidestr. E 2
Heinrich-Heine-Str. F 4
Heinrichplatz H 4
Heinrich-Roller-Str. H 2
Helmhol tzstr. C 3
Herbartstr. A 4
Herschelstr. B 2
Hertzallee C 4
Hiroshimastr. E 4
Hirtenstr. G 3
Hohenstaufenstr. D 5
Hohenzollerndamm BC 5
Hohenzollernplatz C 5
Holsteiner Ufer D 3
Holzmarktstr. H 4/5
Hufelandstr. H 2
Ilsenburger Str. B 2/3
Immanuelkirchstr. H 2
Invalidenstr. E 3-G 2
J.-Schehr-Str. HI 2
Jablonskistr. H 2
Jgerstr. F 3
Jebensstr. C 4
Joachimstr. G 2
Johannisstr. F 3
Johanniterstr. G 5
John-Foster-Dulles-Allee E 3
Jonasstr. D 2
Jordanstr. I 5
Kaiserdamm AB 4
Kaiserin-Augusta-Allee BC 2
Kantstr. BC 4
Kapelleufer EF 3
Karl-Liebknecht-Str. G 3
Karl-Marx-Allee G-I 3
Karlsruher Str. A 4
Kastanienallee G 2
Keibelstr. GH 3
Keplerstr. B 2
Kieler Str. E 2
Kl. Hamburger Str. F 2
Kleiststr. DE 4
Klingelhferstr. D 4
Kloppstockstr. D 3
Knaackstr. H 2
Knesebeckstr. C 4
Kniprodestr. I 2
Kochstr. F 4
Koll witzplatz H 2
Koll witzstr. GH 2
Kommandantenstr. G 4
Knigin-Elisabeth-Str. A 3/4
Konstanzer Str. B 4/5
Kpenicker Str. HI 4
Koppenplatz G 2
Kottbusser Damm H 5
Kottbusser Str. H 5
Krausenstr. F 4
Krausnickstr. G 3
Kreuzbergstr. F 5
Kronenstr. F 3
Krllstr. I 5
Krumme Str. B 3
Kurfrstendamm A 5-C 4
Kurfrstenstr. DE 4
Kurstr. F 3
L.-Hermann-Str. HI 2
Landsberger Allee H 2-I 2
Langenbeckstr. I 2
Lausitzer Str. H 4/5
Legiendamm H 4
Leibnizstr. B 3/4
Leipziger Platz F 4
Leipziger Str. FG 4
Lennstr. E 4
Leuschnerdamm H 4
Lewishamstr. B 4
Lietzenburgerstr. CD 4
Lietzenseeufer B 4
Lindenstr. FG 4
Linienstr. FG 2
Lobeckstr. F 4
Lohmhlenstr. I 5
Lottumstr. G 2
Ludwigkirchstr. C 4/5
Luisenstr. F 2/3
Ltzowufer DE 4
M.-Beer-Str. G 2/3
M.-Sommer-Str. I 2
Magazinstr. H 3
Mahlerstr. I 1
Manteuffelstr. H 4/5
Marburger Str. D 4
Marchlewskistr. I 3/4
Marchstr. C 3
Mariannenplatz H 4
Marienburger Str. H 2
Marienstr. F 3
Markgrafenstr. F 3/4
Martin-Luther-Str. D 4/6
Matthikirchstr. E 4
Mauerstr. F 3/4
Maybachufer H 5
Mehringdamm F 5
Mehringplatz F 4
Meierottostr. C 4/5
Meinekestr. C 4
Melchiorstr. H 4
Messe A 4
Metzer Str. GH 2
Mittelstr. F 3
Mittenwalder Str. G 5
Mckernstr. F 4/5
Mohrenstr. F 3
Molkenmarkt G 3
Mollstr. H 2/3
Mommsenstr. BC 4
Monbijoustr. F 3
Motzstr. CD 4/5
Mhlendamm G 3
Mhlenstr. HI 4
Mulackstr. G 2
Mller-Breslau-Str. C 3/4
Museumsinsel F 3
Muskauer Str. H 4
Neue Blumenstr. H 3
Neue Grnstr. F 4
Neuenburgerstr. FG 4
Niebuhrstr. BC 4
Niederkirchnerstr. F 4
Niederwallstr. F 3
Nikol.-Gro-Weg A 2
Nollendorfstr. DE 5
Nordhauser Str. B 3
Nostitzstr. F 5
Novalisstr. F 2
Nrnberger Str. D 4
Oberbaumstr. I 4
Oberberger Str. G 1/2
Olivaer Platz B 4
Oranienburger Str. FG 2/3
Oranienplatz F 4
Oranienstr. FG 4
Otto-Braun-Str. GH 3
Otto-Suhr-Allee BC 3
Pappelallee GH 1
Pariser Platz F 3
Pariser Str. C 5
Passauer Str. D 4
Pasteurstr. HI 2
Paul-Lincke-Ufer H 5
Perleberger Str. DE 2
Pestalozzistr. BC 4
Petersburger Str. I 3
Pfalzburger Str. C 4/5
Pflugstr. F 2
Pintschstr. I 3
Planckstr. F 3
Platz der Vereinten Nationen
H 3
Platz vor dem Neuen Tor F 2
Pohlstr. E 4
Potsdamer Platz E 4
Potsdamer Str. E 4/5
Prager Str. C 5
Prenzlauer Allee H 1/2
Prinzenstr. F 4
Pckler Str. H 4
Puschkinallee IJ 5
Quedlinburger Str. B 3
R.-Schwarz-Str. I 2
Raabestr. H 2
Rankestr. C 4
Rathausstr. G 3
Rathenower Str. DE 2
Regensburger Str. D 5
Reichenberger Str. G 4-I 5
Reichpietschufer E 4
Reichstagufer F 3
Reinhardtstr. F 3
Ritterstr. G 4
Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz G 2
Rosa-Luxemburg-Str. G 2/3
Rosenstr. G 3
Rosenthaler Str. G 2/3
Rckerstr. G 2
Rykestr. H 2
Saarbrcker Str. G 2
Schsische Str. C 4/5
Savignyplatz C 4
Schaperstr. CD 4
Scharnhorststr. E 2
Scheidemannstr. EF 3
Schiffbauerdamm F 3
Schillerstr. BC 4
Schleiermacherstr. G 5
Schleswiger Ufer D 3
Schloplatz F 3
Schlostr. B 3
Schlterstr. C 4
Schmidtstr. GH 4
Schmollerplatz I 5
Schneberger Str. F 4
Schneberger Ufer E 4
Schnhauser Allee G 1/2
Schnleinstr. H 5
Schrderstr. F 2
Schumannstr. F 3
Schtzenstr. F 4
Schwartzkopffstr. F 2
Schwarzer Weg B 2
Schwarzer Weg F 2
Schwedter Str. G 1/2
Schwerinstr. E 5
Sebastianstr. G 4
Segitzdamm F 4
Seydelstr. F 4
Siegmunds Hof D 3
Sigismundstr. E 4
Simon-Dach-Str. I 4
Skalitzer Str. G 4-I 4
Solinger Str. CD 3
Solmsstr. F 5
Soorstr. A 3/4
Sophie-Charlotten-Str. A 3
Sophienstr. G 2/3
Spandauer Damm AB 3
Spandauer Str. G 3
Spichernstr. C 5
Sredzkistr. H 2
Stallschreiberstr. G 4
Stauffenbergstr. E 4
Steinplatz C 4
Storkower Str. I 1/2
Stralauer Allee IJ 4
Stralauer Platz H 4
Stralauer Str. G 3
Straburger Str. G 2
Strae der Pariser Kommune
I 3/4
Strae des 17. Juni C 3-E 3
Strausberger Str. H 3
Strelitzer Str. F 2
Stresemannstr F 4
Sdstern G 5
Swinemnder Str. FG 1/2
Taubenstr. F 3
Tauentzienstr. D 4
Tegeler Weg B 2/3
Tempelherrenstr. G 5
Templiner Str. G 2
Thaerstr. IJ 3
Thaters Privatweg B 1
Tieckstr. F 2
Tiergartenstr. DE 4
Tile-Wardenberg-Str. C 3
Torstr. FG 2
Tucholsky-Str. F 3
Turmstr. CD 2
Uhlandstr. C 4/5
Unter den Linden F 3
Unterbaumstr. F 3
Urbanstr. GH 5
Veteranenstr. G 2
Virchowstr. I 2/3
Vostr. F 4
W.-Kube-Str. I 2
W.-Stolze-Str. I 3
Wadzeckstr. GH 3
Waldemarstr. H 4
Wallnerstr. H 3
Wallstr. FG 4
Warschauer Platz I 4
Warschauer Str. I 3/4
Washingtonstr. E 3
Wassertorplatz F 4
Wassertorstr. F 4
Waterloo Ufer F 5
Wedekindstr. I 3
Weidenweg I 3
Weimarer Str. B 4
Weinbergsweg G 2
Weinstr. H 2/3
Welser Str. D 4/5
Werderstr. F 3
Werkstttenweg A 5
Westflische Str. AB 5
Wielandstr. C 4
Wiener Str. HI 4/5
Wilhelmshavener Str. D 2
Wilhelmstr. F 3/4
Wilmersdorfer Str. B 3/4
Winsstr. H 2
Winterfeldtplatz D 5
Winterfeldtstr. DE 5
Witzlebenplatz A 4
Witzlebenstr. AB 4
Whlertstr. F 2
Wrther Str. GH 2
Wullenweberstr. C 3
Wrttembergische Str. C 4/5
Xantener Str. B 4
Yorckstr. EF 5
Zehdenicker Str. G 2
Ziegelstr. F 3
Zillestr. B 3
Zimmerstr. F 4
Zinnowitzer Str. F 2
Zionskirchstr. G 2
Zossener Str. F 5
Zwinglistr. CD 2
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