Berlin

Arriving at Berlin Airport

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has its own railway station directly below the terminal. So you can change from the airplane directly and comfortably to the rail.

In addition to several regional and suburban trains, a fast connection to the city centre is also ensured by various express buses and airport shuttles.

Pre-book your transfer with HolidayTaxis for when you arrive.

What to expect in Berlin

Visit the great museums & sights and then relax in a café. Look forward to concerts & shows, stroll through the shops and discover the diversity of Berlin.

From its vibrant art scene to world-famous monuments and exciting nightlife, Berlin is a holiday destination suited to several types of travellers. Its combo of glamour and grit entices those who are keen to explore its vibrant culture, cutting-edge architecture, fantastic food, renowned parties, and turbulent history.

The native language spoken in Berlin is German, however, many people can speak English.

Berlin enjoys moderately warm summers, with daytime temperatures hovering around 24 °C, perfect for walking around the city and taking in the sites. If you’re visiting in winter, expect to be cold – temperatures average around zero degrees.

Culture in Berlin

A multicultural landscape, Germany’s capital has lived through a tormented past and transformed into an epicentre of culture and cool. Berlin is also a proper shopping destination. Besides luxury shops along Kurfürstendamm, you will also want to check out the numerous flea markets around the capital.

Be sure to visit the popular food markets in Berlin's market halls and try out street foods from all over the world. Currywurst is a matter of national pride for Berliners and must be tried. Grilled sausage with a sauce containing ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and curry powder. Other specialities include spätzle, Königsberger Klopse and of course, bratwurst.

If you’re visiting in August, check out Berlin’s International Beer Festival, a 3-day folk festival celebrating Germany’s national drink. The festival is home to the world’s longest beer garden. With 344 breweries from 87 countries, presenting 2,400 brands of beer, the 2.2-kilometre stretch runs from Strausberger Platz to Frankfurter Tor.

If you're visiting in November and December, the city transforms into one of the top Christmas festivities destinations in Europe - not be missed.