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.
Albert Speer Street Lights Still Stand in Berlin
Berlin is a city known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural diversity. But one piece of design that often goes overlooked is the street lighting created by Albert Speer, Hitler's favorite architect. If you're looking to experience some of the city's lesser-known design pieces, you won't want to mis…
Our Favorite Places for the Best Views of Berlin From Above
Berlin has a rich history and plenty of cultural attractions, but it's also a city with some fantastic views. Whether you're looking to take in the city skyline or get a bird's eye view of some of the best views of Berlin, there are plenty of great places to go to see Berlin from above.
Tempelhof Airplane N106TA: A Forgotten Aerial Relic Revealed
If you have been to Tempelhof as often as we did, you already know an abandoned airplane is in the grass area next to one of the landing strips. We call it the abandoned Tempelhof Airplane, but its real name is N106TA if we can call this a name.
Inside Out Project Berlin 2022: A Photobooth Project by JR and Urban Nation
In September 2022, we went to Urban Nation to participate in JR's Berlin version of the Inside Out Project. The goal was to display the diversity of the German capital, and we thought it would be exciting to take part.
Filtered Rays Pavilion: Yinka Ilori’s Kaleidoscopic Masterpiece in Berlin
Filtered Rays is the name of a colorful pavilion created by London-based designer Yinka Ilori as an event space for the Hotel Estrel Berlin here in Germany.
Olga Benário in Berlin: Unraveling Olga Benário’s Antifascist Journey
Even though Olga Benário Prestes was born in Bavaria, her legacy lives in Berlin today. The signs are spread around town, and we decided to write something about this German-Brazilian antifascist militant that was executed by Nazi Germany after being extradited from Brazil.
Berlin Bike Rules #Berlinbybike
Summer is coming to Berlin, and on the warmer days, you can almost feel the number of bikes getting larger and more prominent around the streets. For me, this time of the year is always weird since many seasonal cyclists go out, and it seems they need to learn one thing or more. This is… Read More »Un…
Panoramapunkt: A visit to the viewing platform on Potsdamer Platz
Panoramapunkt is one of the best places to see Berlin from above and the perfect place to see what Potsdamer Platz looks like from the top. It has an exciting view of the main tourist spots in Berlin, and you have to go there to see them and take all the pictures you can. We… Read More »Unexpected Ber…