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What to do and see in Berlin, Germany: The Best Nature & Parks
Berlin is an edgy city, from its fashion to its architecture to its charged political history. The Berlin Wall is a sobering reminder of the hyper-charged postwar atmosphere, and yet the graffiti art that now covers its remnants has become symbolic of social progress. Check out the Weltzeituhr (world time) Clock, topped by a model of the solar system, then turn back time by dining at the historic Zur Letzten Instanz, a 16th century restaurant that was frequented by Napoleon and Beethoven.
Restaurants in Berlin
1. Tiergarten
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4.5 based on 8,436 reviews
This huge lush park stretches through central Berlin and provides a relaxing contrast to the bustle of the rest of the city.
2. Pfaueninsel
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4.5 based on 227 reviews
An island nature preserve on the western outskirts of the city.
Reviewed By 207salinis - Berlin, Germany
If you looking for a place away from the busy city, then peacock island is perfect. You can find a small castle with peacocks roaming around. (castle will be renovated until 2024 and is closed until then.)
3. Zoo Berlin
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4.5 based on 8,806 reviews
Zoo Berlin is not only the oldest and most frequently visited zoo in the country, it is also home to the largest variety of species of any zoo in the world – including the only Giant Pandas in Germany. Please check the currently applicable Corona precautions on the Zoo‘s website before your visit.
Reviewed By russelld169 - Drogheda, Ireland
This zoo is well worth visiting when in Berlin. It is easily accessible by both bus & train. Great to see that the zoo has been preserved in the middle of the city, and hasn't been "relocated " The animal enclosures are well laid out, and provide lots of photo opportunities. Lots of different species & generally close enough to see up close. Plan to spend at least a few hours looking around - there is lots to see. If you are planning on bringing kids, is worth while doing a bit of planning for lunches & snacks, as it's quiet expensive once inside the zoo.
4. Grunewald Forest
5. Schlachtensee
6. Kollwitzplatz
7. Treptower Park
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4.5 based on 2,028 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
This was my third time in Berlin, but the first time I've visited this great park and a really beautiful memorial. Being a history buff it was on my list during my previous visits, but always something else attracted me more, so I didn't have time. Speaking of time, let me assure you that you need only half an hour to reach it - 15 min S Bahn ride to Treptower station and around the same for walking from the station to the memorial. That walk is really relaxing in this huge greenery with many paths. The Soviet memorial is a highlight of this visit. Likewise the park it's also huge. You enter through two massive granite slabs depicting a battle, after which a huge lawn leads you to the larger than life Soviet soldier holding a child and crushing the swastika with his sword and boots. Be sure to climb the stairs to the soldier, beneath whom is a small chapel. On lawn's edges are several big white granit slabs with relief illustrations and Stallin's quotes inscribed. The memorial is dedicated to over 80.000 Soviet losses in the battle for Berlin, while around 7.000 are burried there. TIP: this is a pretty off the beaten track area of Berlin, so in order not to come just for this, you can combine your Treptower visit with: - Molecul Man water installation on Spree river (10 min walk in opposite direction from the S Bahn station) - very interesting and unusual, - Oberbaum bridge, Berlin's most beautiful bridge (further 15 min walk from the Molecul Man, - East side gallery (terrific, must see) starting on your left just after you cross the bridge. For more on these attractions, please read those reviews.
8. Volkspark Friedrichshain
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4.5 based on 142 reviews
9. Botanischen Gartens und Botanischen Museums Berlin
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4.5 based on 886 reviews
Reviewed By JPCHickey - Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Had a very pleasant autumn walk through the extensive gardens. The highlight is definitely the large well laid out tropical greenhouses. Every bit as good as Kew Gardens in London
10. Britzer Garten
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4.5 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By tessa_berlin - Berlin, Germany
This garden is huge - so big it can be difficult to get around in a day. I strongly recommend bringing your kids. There are multiple playgrounds including a water playground, and they are all fun! There are also flower gardens, and regular events, but I am mostly only familiar with the kids' activities.
