Free Things to Do in Berlin at Night
Going exploring Berlin at night doesn’t have t … There are a lot of interesting and free activities in the city that will stay with you for the evenings in Berlin. Some delicious free things to do around Berlin in the night include cultural experiences, carry adventures and more.
1. Visit the Brandenburg Gate
A symbol of what is Berlin, the Brandenburg Gate is a must see in day or night! At night the gate is lit up beautifully and is a sight to behold for visitors. Walk down Unter den Linden boulevard and admire the architecture of the gate’s magnificent structure.
2. Explore Museum Island
Several world famous museums are found on Museum Island situated on the Spree river. Not all museums have an entrance fee but a lot of them do have free entry hours or even open their courtyards and gardens to the public for free. You cannot enter all the museums for free, but if you come in the night, you enjoy the stunning view and architectural brilliance of the museums.
3. Walk Along East Side Gallery
The East Side Gallery is the longest remaining part of the Berlin wall, decked with colorful works of graffiti art. Marveling at the vivid murals that unfold the tales of the past, walk casually along the gallery. Under the city’s afternoon or evening lights, the artwork is even more impressive.
4. Enjoy Sunset at Tempelhofer Feld
The Tempelhofer Feld was once a commercial airport, but now the grounds of this park are used by Berliners for recreational purposes. Take a leisurely walk or bike or watch the sun set, from one of the open spaces, and enjoy a picnic with friends. This is the best place to relax and get a taste of the local atmosphere late at night.
5. Visit Klunkerkranich Rooftop Bar and Catch a Sunset
Rooftop bar Klunkerkranich – This bar is located on top of a shopping center which delivers amazing sunset over Berlin’s skyline. Drinks are not free, but the bar itself doesn’t charge an entrance fee and you can cruise freely in the air and spectacular views for nothing.
6. Discover Berlin’s Street Art Scene
It is well known that Berlin has a thriving street art culture. Go on a self guided tour and visit other neighbourhoods of Berlin to find interesting artworks on buildings, walls and alley ways. It’s an excellent insight into the city’s history and its current Berlin culture, as Berlin is also an artistic city.
7. Join Free Walking Tours
A free walking tour is a great way to discover Berlin, its history, architecture and local life. There are free Berlin walking tours offered by several companies that would take you, as a group, around the major landmarks of the city and tell you interesting stories. But the tours themselves are free, and it is custom to tip your guide at the end.
8. Explore Berlin’s Parks at Night
There are plenty of parks and green spaces in Berlin, and multiple of them are open 24/7. Given Berlin’s previously mentioned climate, take a peaceful walk through Tiergarten, Berlin’s largest park, or Volkspark Friedrichshain, the oldest public park in the city. At night only silence filling the air, these parks are perfect spots to hide away from the busy and noisy city.
9. Experience the Nightlife in Kreuzberg
Famous for its buzzing nightlife, bars, and clubs, locals as well as tourists frequent the plentiful bars and clubs featured in Kreuzberg. The cool thing about going to Burning Man is that while you do have to pay for drinks and entry fees, you can still take in the energetic atmosphere of the place by simply walking up the streets, observing the mixed crowd and hearing all of those live music coming out of clubs.
10. Attend Free Events and Concerts
Look for free events, concerts, and so on happening around the city. Berlin hosts a range of open-air concerts, cultural festivals, and community gatherings throughout the year, especially during the summer months. Ask at tourist information centers, check local event listings, to find out about upcoming free events.
There’s no better way to avoid the budget issue and to make the most of your time in Berlin at night than going with so many exciting free things to do with your friends in Berlin. After dark beer lovers have various choices to enjoy, admiring historical landmarks, street art or the local nightlife.
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