This page serves as your guide to Berlin, a city that is always reinventing itself. I have explored its intriguing history and vibrant neighborhoods and discovered some hidden gems that you won’t find in a typical guidebook.
We’ll explore beyond the iconic Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building to discover quirky museums, street art, and remnants of the Berlin Wall. Have you ever heard of the Stasi Museum? It’s a chilling reminder of Berlin’s divided past. We’ll also explore the Museum in der Kulturbrauerei, where you can learn about the surprisingly vibrant heavy metal scene in East Germany.
Of course, every trip to Berlin is complete with indulging in delicious food. I’ll share my favorite spots to find the biggest schnitzel in the city and, maybe, the best burgers Berlin has to offer.
So, come along with me and experience the unique energy of Berlin. Whether you’re a history buff, an art enthusiast, or just looking for an adventure, this page will inspire you to explore this captivating city.
Marienburgerie: cheap burgers in Prenzlauer Berg
So, this week Fotostrasse goes to Prenzlauer Berg for the infamous #52weeksofburgers challenge and visits Marienburgerie. We were meeting some friends nearby and why not to explore what seemed like some good looking burgers.
Burgermeister: Huge Queues in Schlesisches Tor
This week for our #52weeksofburgers Fotostrasse explores one of the most famous burger places in Berlin; Burgermeister. This little burger venue under a bridge is legendary mostly because it is situated inside an old public toilet, and because of the enormous lines of hungry tourists that form by it.
Pacifico Buns and Bowls: Kimchi burgers in Kreuzberg
Fotostrasse eats its way around another week of the #52weeksofburgers challenge in Kreuzberg with the Pacifico Buns and Bowls. Felipe had visited this place a few times and liked it, so why not visit our loved Modulor (a delightful shop full of fresh stationery items) and enjoy a burger afterward in a lovely Tuesday af…
The 8 Burger: just another one in Neukölln
Fotostrasse tries The 8 Burger in this week of the demented #52weeksofburgers challenge. We found this relatively new place close to us in Neukölln and a lazy Tuesday afternoon we went to check it out.
Pan Bao Burger: Asian inspired in Friedrichshain
This week of the #52weeksofburgers challenge Fotostrasse goes to Friedrichshain to try some Asian inspired burgers. We were going to a concert in the area, and this seemed like one of the most exciting choices around since we love some bao buns and it was super well rated for the burgers and lobster.
Berlin’s Burger Vision: This Deep-Fried Calzone Burger Will Change Everything You Know
We visited a place called Burger Vision for the #52weeksofburgers challenge and discovered a very different “burger.” We were going to meet a few friends and watch a movie at Babylon, and we wanted to try something close by. We found this place and its peculiar treat: deep-fried calzone burgers!
The Unearthed Head of Lenin at Zitadelle Spandau
It weighed more than three tons and was buried and almost forgotten deep in a forest around Berlin. But nowadays, you can visit the head of Lenin at the Zitadelle Spandau in an exhibition focused on German history.
Beef Fabrik: honest burgers in Wilmersdorf
Fotostrasse explores Wilmersdorf for the #52weeksofburgers challenge and discovers Beef Fabrik. We were in the neighboorhood to run some errands and since this whole thing is about exploring we decided to go to a place that we never heard of Beef Fabrik.