Brandenburg Gate is a neo-classical city gate that was built from sandstone from 1788-1791. Twelve…read morecolumns support a roof that is topped with a sculpture of Victoria, the goddess of peace, riding a chariot pulled by four horses. Today the gate is a symbol of overcoming the East-West division and reunifying Germany. I visited Bradenburg Gate when I was on a tour. This gate is a large, gorgeous structure, and it has no admission fee, so I recommend visiting it.

I visited during January so it was a little bit cooler than I liked, but Still had a great time…read moreseeing all the history As a European and being well traveled, I was aware of the pickpocket issue. It's simple don't bring anything flashy keep your phone in your front pocket. I don't even carry a purse when I travel We stayed at Adlon Hotel so the walk was short I am looking forward to a visit in the warmer months.

The Eastside Gallery is a MUST STOP when visiting the Hauptstadt Berlin…read more If only to come see the mural "My God, Help Me to Survive This Deadly Love" by Dmitri Vrubel. Recently, Berlin foodie stop Curry 61 did a funny parody, see photos. This section of the former Berlin Wall, has over a hundred mural on this lone remaining section on Mühlenstraße along the Spree River.

East Side Gallery is not really what is commonly thought of as an, "Art Gallery." What it is, is a…read morelong section of wall where various artist exhibit their work by creating one of their pieces on the wall. Yes, it is a little bit strange. East Side Gallery is a really a very long wall. There are a lot of artists that have their work showing on this wall. Just like beauty in in the eye of the beholder, so is art. Some of the work along this wall is very good. Others, not so much. All this being said, it is an interesting concept. And, it is something that you should see if you are in Berlin. Just don't get your hopes up to experience something truly revolutionary or cutting edge. Remember, it's just a wall with a bunch of paintings on it.

TL;DR - One of my favourite places to hang out in one of my favourite cities…read more At its most basic, Bikini is basically a shopping mall... but it's so much more than that as well. The ground floor has a mixture of shops and stalls, plus a couple of coffee shops. There's also a small supermarket at one end which stays open until about 10pm which is handy to know (they also do coffee and pastries in there if you want a cheaper option than the coffee shops in the mall). Next to the supermarket there's a shop selling art and crafts, many of which are Berlin themed and would make fantastic gifts and souvenirs. First floor is a mixture of shops and the fab food hall Kantini. There are lots of nice things to eat and drink in there, and some of the shops are fantastic and quirky - there's a great interior design store, plus a place specialising in Japanese goods. The top floor is where it gets interesting though, because you can access the roof. There are more shops outside, but more designer than the ones indoors. There's also a restaurant up here but most surprising is you get a cracking view over the Zoo! Not much to see at night, but great on a summer's day. There's also nice seating and planting up here, so it's a relaxed place to get away from the crowds on the streets below.

The service could vastly improve! All that they have going for them is their view! Our server…read morecouldn't wait to be off her shift and sit in front of us laughing and smiling her cigarette's!