What to See in Berlin in 2 Days
Welcome to Berlin! Many times, tourists only get 48 hours to visit this enthusiastic and historical city and may have no idea on which places to visit. here is a list of reliable resources that should help you with initially addressing the problem. Here we will feature some of the interesting places and things you shouldn’t afford to miss once in Berlin. Let’s dive in!
Day 1
1. Brandenburg Gate
The first destination on your Berlin sightseeing is the Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of the city’s identity. This is a neoclassical structure that depicts the unity of the city and very appropriate for taking photographs. Stop for a while in Pariser Platz and have a look on the buildings around.
2. Reichstag Building
Reichstag Building is not far from the Brandenburg Gate, if to walk a few minutes you will get there. This is a old building serving as a parliament of Germany and on its roof one can see the beautiful views of the city at the dome.. It should also be noted that, being a small island, White Beach may be at its best to accommodate visitors who would have pre-booked their schedule with the Island authorities before visiting.
3. Checkpoint Charlie
Visit Checkpoint Charlie, to appreciate the history of the Cold War in Berlin – a crucial surveillance point between East and West Berlin during the divided period. The Checkpoint Charlie Museum will provide you with the stories of those individuals whom escaped from east to west at a great peril.
4. Museum Island
Being one of the seven districts in Berlin, The city is renowned globally for the Museum Island bearing a number of important museums. Visit the Pergamon Museum and the Neues Museum as well as the Altes Museum. It is also quite beneficial to spend more time observing and admire at the exhibitions and the marvelous pieces of history on display.
Day 2
1. East Side Gallery
The second day calls you to the East Side Gallery which is the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall painted into an open air art gallery. Appreciate various colorful murals painted by artists from different countries and read the history of liberty and togetherness to them in those paintings.
2. Charlottenburg Palace
Excuse yourself from the endz and enjoy the richness of charlottenburg palace. Visit the magnificent interior, encompassed by the baroque gardens and listen to the perfect sound of silence in the magnificent rooms. Do not exclude the Belvedere Tea House in your visit lists; it offers a beautiful place for working and mingling as well as delicious teas.
3. Potsdamer Platz
Potsdamer Platz is one of the most busy place representing parallel world – the old and the new. Be amazed at the new structural designs of buildings as well as take a shopping trip to the shopping mall. When it comes to cinema halls there are many that encompasses the big screen cinemas one of which is the IMAX.
4. Tiergarten
After exploring almost all that Berlin can offer to tourists, conclude your trip with a leisurely walk at the Tiergarten, the largest park in the city. It brings out the serenity that is endowed by nature when one has to enjoy the real beauty of nature. If the weather is fine, in the park, one can hire paddleboats in the lake or enjoy nature while having a packed lunch.
Final Thoughts
Despite this, the itinerary below covers some of the basic and famous places that ought to be seen in Berlin in two days. Do not forget to wear comfortable shoes, it is also better to take a map with you, to not run around the city in circles, it is one of the biggest cities, and last but not the least listen to music, take your time just be amazed by the history and wonderful culture Berlin has to offer. Enjoy your trip!
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