Neighborhoods
Each neighborhood in Berlin, or “Kiez”, has something different to offer. Below are some of Berlin’s most popular neighborhoods:
Prenzlauer Berg
Prenzlauer Berg is close by, very pretty, safe, and clean. The areas around Kollwitzplatz or Rosa Luxemburg Platz are centrally located and lively.
Mitte
Centrally located, Mitte is cosmopolitan and historical. With sites like the Brandenburger Tor and Museum Island, it’s no wonder this is one of the most sought-after locations in Berlin. Nearby neighborhoods Wedding and Gesundbrunnen are quieter and more affordable.
Friedrichshain
Friedrichshain is cozy and a lot of students live there. It has a nice laid-back bar scene. The Simon-Dach-Straße/Boxhagener Straße areas are particularly vibrant.
Kreuzberg
Kreuzberg is more artsy and hip and is a popular spot especially for young people. Kotbusser Tor is more dynamic and crowded with lots of bars and restaurants along the canal. Bergmannkeiz is quieter with more of a family-friendly vibe (it's a little bit further away from work).
Neukölln
Up and coming, Neukölln is full of bars, cafés and restaurants and a lot of expats are moving there. It's a little grittier but there are some nice areas. Look around Schillerkiez and Reuterkiez.
Things to do
In Berlin you can expect the unexpected — and you’ll never run out of new things to do. The city has a lot to offer no matter what your tastes are. Exhibitions for art lovers, open air events to dance the night away, street food festivals, tasty restaurants, and so much more. Berlin has it all! Below are some helpful links to keep you connected and in the know
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Language and cultural
Can you really get by in Berlin only speaking English? In short, yes. However, integrating into German culture, over time, is a lovely way to connect with new people and enrich your experience living abroad.
We recommend checking out a few of these resources to dive into the German language and culture further—when you’re ready:
- 40% German - a blog dedicated to German culture from the perspective of an expat
- DW - provides German news in English
- Deutschland.de - a rich resource for all things related to German culture in English
Our recommendations
Restaurants & Bars
- Italian: Malafemmena, Gazzo, Standard Serious Pizza, Terra, Coccodrillo
- Indian & Pakistani: Swadishta, Tiffin, Amrit, Chai Ji, Chelany
- Asian: Umami, Cocolo Ramen, Pho Co, Enzo Sushi Bar, MOIM
- German: Schwarzwaldstuben, Gaststätte Sophieneck, Schnitzelei, Zur letzten Instanz, Knödelwirtschaft NORD
- Other: Café Mugrabi, Cafe Anna Blume, FACTORY GIRL, Katz Orange, Ben Rahim
- Bars: Kohlenquelle—the local after-work spot for GetYourGuide employees, Cafe Cinema, Coven Bar, Dr Maury Wine Bar, Lamm
Other
- For families: FEZ, ANOHA, Legoland Discovery Center
- Mauerpark Flea Market
- Timeleft—a great app for meeting people and trying new restaurants.
- 20 Percent Berlin—substack of Berlin news in English
- Holzmarkt—market and cultural center
- Markethalle Neun—an enclosed market with a street food every Thursday.
