3 Days in Berlin: History & Nightlife
Berlin is raw, vast, and historic. Three days allows you to understand its divided past, enjoy its green spaces, and experience its legendary nightlife or cafe culture. It's a city that changes every block, from Prussian grandeur to punk squats.
Day-by-Day Snapshot
Historic Center
Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, and the Holocaust Memorial.
The Wall & The East
East Side Gallery and Alexanderplatz.
Culture & Chill
Museum Island and Kreuzberg/Neukölln vibes.
- •Forgetting to validate your train ticket.
- •Trying to dress too fancy for clubs (casual is king).
- •Assuming incredible credit card acceptance (cash is still king).
- •Jaywalking (Berliners respect the Ampelmann).
May to September.
Teufelsberg, an abandoned listening station.
- Mitte: Central, near museums.
- Kreuzberg: Alternative, diverse, nightlife hub.
Getting Around
AB zone ticket is €3.20. Day pass is €9.50. From BER Airport: Airport Express train is €3.80. Trams, U-Bahn, and S-Bahn are all integrated.
Where to Eat
Currywurst from Curry 36. Döner everywhere. Markthalle Neun on Thursdays for street food. Tim Raue for upscale. Berghain for... well, not food.
Common Questions
Can I get into Berghain?
Probably not. But try anyway. Dress in black, no photos, don't speak English in line.
Is Berlin safe?
Very safe. Even late at night.
Do I need German?
No, everyone speaks English.
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