Making The Most Of Berlin
The Districts that form Berlin
When you’re planning a trip to Berlin, it is highly beneficial to know the different districts that make up the city. Regardless of which districts you get a chance to visit, Berlin’s architecture is quite varied, ranging from medieval buildings to modern structures consisting of glass and steel.
Whichever district you happen to like most, there are a whole host of districts that will make it possible for you to be within minutes of the most interesting and fascinating monuments.
Below you will find a mention and quick overview of all the most important or relevant districts for visitors.
Potsdamer Platz
This area which was once divided by the Berlin Wall, has now been newly developed into a more modernistic style. With a large shopping centre and accompanying theatre complexes, Potsdamer Platz has become a highly visited area for tourists and locals alike.
Mitte
More known as the former side of East Berlin, Mitte is more known for its many museums, galleries and sites of historic interests.
Prenzlauer Berg
Regarded as a trendy district, Prenzlauer Berg is popular with artists and media professionals alike. Furthermore, you will also find a vast array of cafes, bars and restaurants when visiting this district.
Schöneberg
This district of the city is quite different than the others as it’s more known for its gay inhabitants. People are often more open in this part of town and visiting the local markets on a Saturday morning is a must.
Charlottenburg
This district is situated in the very heart of the city and is home to the Europa Center, which is the very first shopping centre to have opened in Berlin.
Now that you’ve had a quick overview and know what to expect from some of the different districts found within Berlin, you’ve got to take into account that you have to find relatively central accommodation.
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