Teufelsberg: Espionage, Graffiti, and the Best View of Berlin
Once a Cold War espionage base, Teufelsberg is now a must-visit spot for street art lovers and those seeking a panoramic view of Berlin
Anyone looking for things to see and do in Berlin will usually get a classic itinerary: visit the Brandenburg Gate, explore the Holocaust Memorial, stroll through the East Side Gallery, and crane your neck at Alexanderplatz to see the TV Tower. Indeed, this is a solid guide for first-time visitors to Germany’s capital.
But here, we’ll show you Berlin through the eyes of the locals. We’ve gathered tips on places Berliners themselves frequent—some well-known, others true hidden gems of the city.
Once a Cold War espionage base, Teufelsberg is now a must-visit spot for street art lovers and those seeking a panoramic view of Berlin
Discover Kulturbrauerei, a former brewery that now hosts nightclubs, theaters, restaurants, and a free museum
Discover Berlin’s largest park — an abandoned airport turned into a vibrant space with a community garden, sports courts, a biergarten, and much more
The "death strip" of the Berlin Wall is now a vibrant place, featuring a flea market, karaoke, and sports courts
Explore RAW, a former train workshop turned cultural hotspot in Berlin
Home to numerous creative ventures, Holzmarkt 25, on the banks of the Spree River, is one of Berliners' favorite spots—especially in the summer.
Since 2011, Markthalle Neun has provided a space for local producers, hosting a weekly market from Tuesday to Thursday, a restaurant, a canteen, and the Street Food Festival