🚇 Getting Around

Berlin’s U-Bahn and S-Bahn are the fastest ways to move around the city (single ticket about €3.20 for zones AB). Trams and buses cover the rest of the city well. Taxis and Uber are available but often pricier for short rides (€10–25). Walking and cycling work well in central areas like Mitte, Kreuzberg, and Prenzlauer Berg.

🏨 Where to Stay

Hostels and budget hotels in Friedrichshain, Kreuzberg, or Neukölln start around €25–60 per night. Airbnb private rooms and budget apartments usually range €70–120. Mid-range hotels in Mitte or Charlottenburg average €130–200. Luxury hotels near Potsdamer Platz or Kurfürstendamm typically begin around €300+.

🍽️ Where to Eat

Street food such as döner kebab or currywurst costs €4–7. Casual cafés and eateries range €10–18 per dish. Sit-down restaurants average €18–30, while higher-end dining is around €35–50. Bakeries are everywhere and ideal for breakfast (€3–6).

🎟️ Things to Do

Many landmarks are free to enjoy from the outside—Brandenburg Gate, East Side Gallery, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, and Tiergarten. Museum Island entry is about €12–19 per museum. The Berlin TV Tower costs around €25–28. Museum day passes start around €29.

☀️ Quick Tips

Buy a day or weekly public transport pass to save money. Always validate tickets before boarding. Tap water is safe to drink. Cash is still common in small places. Tipping is modest—rounding up or adding 5–10% is appreciated.