Local essentials
Check out this map to see where to meet your basic needs in our neighbourhood.
The closest U-Bahn (subway) station is "Kochstrasse" (U6), close to which there is also a taxi rank. The nearby bus lines are the M29 and the N6. Then the 248 and N42 a little bit further, and then the M41 and N1 further away - closer to S-Bahn stations "Anhalter Bahnhof", "Möckernbrücke" and "Hallesches Tor".
Organic/bio supermarket with fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, vegan and vegetarian options as well as eco-friendly household products.
Open from Monday to Saturday, between 8:00 and 21:00.
KLEENE BIO COMPANY Rudi-Dutschke-Straße
17 Rudi-Dutschke-StraßeOrganic/bio supermarket with fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, vegan and vegetarian options as well as eco-friendly household products.
Open from Monday to Saturday, between 8:00 and 21:00.
Now called "Edeka", this is a standard German supermarket. Has a fresh bakery aisle and a small but nice selection of organic produce. Some vegan and vegetarian products available.
Open from Monday to Saturday, between 7:00 and 22:00.
22 locals recommend
EDEKA
246 FriedrichstraßeNow called "Edeka", this is a standard German supermarket. Has a fresh bakery aisle and a small but nice selection of organic produce. Some vegan and vegetarian products available.
Open from Monday to Saturday, between 7:00 and 22:00.
German discount supermarket. Good value for money. Has a fair selection of fresh bread and produce. Has some selection of organic, vegan as well as vegetarian products.
Open between Monday and Saturday, from 7:00 to 21:00.
417 locals recommend
Lidl
36-38 Rigaer Str.German discount supermarket. Good value for money. Has a fair selection of fresh bread and produce. Has some selection of organic, vegan as well as vegetarian products.
Open between Monday and Saturday, from 7:00 to 21:00.
Pharmacy.
Open from Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 19:00, and on Saturdays from 9:00 to 14:00. In case of emergency: their window display has a screen where they show which pharmacy in the area is open at night on each day of the week (night-duty is shared among neighbourhood pharmacies).
Pharmacy at Mehringplatz
12 Mehringpl.Pharmacy.
Open from Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 19:00, and on Saturdays from 9:00 to 14:00. In case of emergency: their window display has a screen where they show which pharmacy in the area is open at night on each day of the week (night-duty is shared among neighbourhood pharmacies).
German general drugstore. You will find make-up, hygiene and cleaning products as well as a selection of organic foods, baby supplies (diapers, food, clothing, toys, equipment), contact lenses and prescription glasses (that don't require a prescription), etc.
Open from Monday to Saturday, between 9:00 and 22:00.
27 locals recommend
ROSSMANN Drogeriemarkt
121 Potsdamer Str.German general drugstore. You will find make-up, hygiene and cleaning products as well as a selection of organic foods, baby supplies (diapers, food, clothing, toys, equipment), contact lenses and prescription glasses (that don't require a prescription), etc.
Open from Monday to Saturday, between 9:00 and 22:00.
ATM for different types of card, including international types.
Check if your currency conversion rates are better when you withdraw money locally or when you bring your own currency and exchange it in a currency exchange house.
Euronet - Geldautomat - ATM
13 Mainzer Str.ATM for different types of card, including international types.
Check if your currency conversion rates are better when you withdraw money locally or when you bring your own currency and exchange it in a currency exchange house.
A lot of post offices in Germany operate within local convenience stores, such as this one. Their staff usually speaks English as well as German.
Open from Monday to Friday, between 07:00 and 02:00, and on Saturdays between 10:00 and 00:00.
DHL Paketshop 850
56 FriedrichstraßeA lot of post offices in Germany operate within local convenience stores, such as this one. Their staff usually speaks English as well as German.
Open from Monday to Friday, between 07:00 and 02:00, and on Saturdays between 10:00 and 00:00.
Taxistand
207 FriedrichstraßeTaxi rank in front of McDonald's.
Nearby doctors' office - general medicine. English speaking service available. Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 9:00 - 12:00 in the morning, and 14:00 - 16:00 in the afternoon; on Wednesday and Friday they open only in the morning (9:00 - 12:00).
Practice Kreuzberg Dr. Schulbin and Dr. spear
11 Mehringpl.Nearby doctors' office - general medicine. English speaking service available. Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 9:00 - 12:00 in the morning, and 14:00 - 16:00 in the afternoon; on Wednesday and Friday they open only in the morning (9:00 - 12:00).
This aquatic centre has different swimming pools - both for athletic and leisurely pursuits, as well as a spa. They also offer swimming lessons.
Their general opening hours are from Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 22:00, and on weekends from 09:00 to 22:00.
31 locals recommend
Wellenbad am Spreewaldplatz - Berliner Bäder
59H Wiener StraßeThis aquatic centre has different swimming pools - both for athletic and leisurely pursuits, as well as a spa. They also offer swimming lessons.
Their general opening hours are from Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 22:00, and on weekends from 09:00 to 22:00.
Quaint second-hand shop with English books. They host regular events such as poetry reading and live music.
Open on Monday from 14:00 to 20:00, from Tuesday to Friday between 11:00 and 20:00 and on Saturday from 12:00 to 18:00.
6 locals recommend
Another Country
7 RiemannstraßeQuaint second-hand shop with English books. They host regular events such as poetry reading and live music.
Open on Monday from 14:00 to 20:00, from Tuesday to Friday between 11:00 and 20:00 and on Saturday from 12:00 to 18:00.
For a selection of English books and media you can go a little further away, to Berlin's own American Memorial Library. You are free to enter and read a book without a library card - these are required only to rent the books. It is also a good spot to get some work done, as it is quiet.
Open Mon - Sa, from 10:00 to 21:00.
12 locals recommend
America Memorial Library
1 Blücherpl.For a selection of English books and media you can go a little further away, to Berlin's own American Memorial Library. You are free to enter and read a book without a library card - these are required only to rent the books. It is also a good spot to get some work done, as it is quiet.
Open Mon - Sa, from 10:00 to 21:00.
Eat out
Our local food scene is vibrant and varied! We are looking to expand our restaurant and bar recommendations for this area, so feel free to send us suggestions!
Amazing modern fusion Korean restaurant with creative interpretations of traditional Korean food and European classics - try their Juhsa tiramissu!
Open on Tuesdays and Wednesday only from noon to 18:00, but on Friday and Saturday from noon to 22:30.
NaNum Berlin - unser Treffpunkt
90 LindenstraßeAmazing modern fusion Korean restaurant with creative interpretations of traditional Korean food and European classics - try their Juhsa tiramissu!
Open on Tuesdays and Wednesday only from noon to 18:00, but on Friday and Saturday from noon to 22:30.
A great coffee shop, good for breakfast, tea time, a quick bite to eat or to get a bit of work done.
Open Monday through Friday, between 8:30 to 19:00, and on weekends between 10:00 and 18:00.
23 locals recommend
Westberlin
118-121 FriedrichstraßeA great coffee shop, good for breakfast, tea time, a quick bite to eat or to get a bit of work done.
Open Monday through Friday, between 8:30 to 19:00, and on weekends between 10:00 and 18:00.
Nouvelle cuisine restaurant which offers culinary experiences: they serve degustation menus with 10 courses - nothing à la carte! Guests with allergies, food intolerances or vegan/vegetarian preferences can contact them ahead, to consult for options.
Open Tue - Sat, from 18:30 on.
17 locals recommend
Nobelhart & Schmutzig
218 FriedrichstraßeNouvelle cuisine restaurant which offers culinary experiences: they serve degustation menus with 10 courses - nothing à la carte! Guests with allergies, food intolerances or vegan/vegetarian preferences can contact them ahead, to consult for options.
Open Tue - Sat, from 18:30 on.
This French restaurant evokes typical Parisian brasseries in both style and palate: sophisticated and chic. Food-wise, expect modern interpretations of French classics.
Open on week days between 11:30 to 00:00, and on weekends between 17:30 and 00:00.
10 locals recommend
Entrecôte
5 SchützenstraßeThis French restaurant evokes typical Parisian brasseries in both style and palate: sophisticated and chic. Food-wise, expect modern interpretations of French classics.
Open on week days between 11:30 to 00:00, and on weekends between 17:30 and 00:00.
Asian-inspired modern cuisine with vegetarian options and a wide selection of wines. They serve à la carte as well as menus.
Open for lunch on Friday and Saturday, between 12:00 and 15:00, and for dinner from Tuesday to Friday, between 19:00 and 00:00.
25 locals recommend
Studio Tim Raue
6 Rheinsberger Str.Asian-inspired modern cuisine with vegetarian options and a wide selection of wines. They serve à la carte as well as menus.
Open for lunch on Friday and Saturday, between 12:00 and 15:00, and for dinner from Tuesday to Friday, between 19:00 and 00:00.
This Spanish restaurant is great for tapas and meals. Their menu has everything, from traditional sea food or meat dishes, to Spanish takes on international fast-food classics such as the hamburger. It is a good place for families, as there is something for all ages.
Open every day from 9:00 to 23:00.
Barcelona Tapas Bar Restaurant
211 FriedrichstraßeThis Spanish restaurant is great for tapas and meals. Their menu has everything, from traditional sea food or meat dishes, to Spanish takes on international fast-food classics such as the hamburger. It is a good place for families, as there is something for all ages.
Open every day from 9:00 to 23:00.
This Hawaiian place is great to try something new, from several-course meals to quick acai bowls - a well-known nutrient power-up which comes in both savoury and sweet varieties. Open on week days, from 9:00 to 20:00.
7 locals recommend
MALOA Poke Bowl
7 Oranienburger Str.This Hawaiian place is great to try something new, from several-course meals to quick acai bowls - a well-known nutrient power-up which comes in both savoury and sweet varieties. Open on week days, from 9:00 to 20:00.
A cool fast-food joint belonging to the theatre complex HAU (Hebbel am Ufer). Their pizzas are very well-liked. There are also burgers as well as some vegan options. Inexpensive and easy.
Open every day, from 11:00 to 00:00.
Wirtshaus am Ufer
32 Hallesches UferA cool fast-food joint belonging to the theatre complex HAU (Hebbel am Ufer). Their pizzas are very well-liked. There are also burgers as well as some vegan options. Inexpensive and easy.
Open every day, from 11:00 to 00:00.
A pretty famous ramen joint in Berlin. Make sure you book ahead!
Open from Monday to Saturday between 12:00 and 23:00.
239 locals recommend
Cocolo
11 GraefestraßeA pretty famous ramen joint in Berlin. Make sure you book ahead!
Open from Monday to Saturday between 12:00 and 23:00.
One of the most well-known and beloved Vietnamese restaurants in Berlin, they have several locations, this one being its oldest. The outdoor area is great during warm days and nights.
Open every day from noon to midnight.
264 locals recommend
Umami
16-18 KnaackstraßeOne of the most well-known and beloved Vietnamese restaurants in Berlin, they have several locations, this one being its oldest. The outdoor area is great during warm days and nights.
Open every day from noon to midnight.
Just around the corner from Miniloft Kreuzberg. They serve delicious, beautiful and easy lunch meals as well as after-work drinks: beer, wine and cocktails. A cool place where the manpower behind renowned German left-leaning newspaper TAZ gathers, as well as artists, writers and thinkers.
TAZ-Kantine: Restaurant und Bar
21 FriedrichstraßeJust around the corner from Miniloft Kreuzberg. They serve delicious, beautiful and easy lunch meals as well as after-work drinks: beer, wine and cocktails. A cool place where the manpower behind renowned German left-leaning newspaper TAZ gathers, as well as artists, writers and thinkers.
A cosy German restaurant with traditional food presented in an original modern style. The Fachwerkhaus atmosphere is beautiful and an absolute classic.
Open Tuesday to Friday, from 18:00 to 00:00.
18 locals recommend
Rutz Zollhaus
30 Carl-Herz-UferA cosy German restaurant with traditional food presented in an original modern style. The Fachwerkhaus atmosphere is beautiful and an absolute classic.
Open Tuesday to Friday, from 18:00 to 00:00.
Nullpunkt is Miniloft Kreuzberg's own cafe, where you can grab breakfast, lunch and even drinks after work. Opening Spring 2019.
Friedrichstraße 23
23b FriedrichstraßeNullpunkt is Miniloft Kreuzberg's own cafe, where you can grab breakfast, lunch and even drinks after work. Opening Spring 2019.
Italian/mediterranean cuisine with good-value business lunch options. They have a soup of the day and a good selection of desserts, as well as snacks, for a quick bite to eat.
Open only on week days, from 7:00 to 17:00.
Caramel
26 ZimmerstraßeItalian/mediterranean cuisine with good-value business lunch options. They have a soup of the day and a good selection of desserts, as well as snacks, for a quick bite to eat.
Open only on week days, from 7:00 to 17:00.
A little bit further away you will find this market where you can find local fresh produce as well as little eateries and cafes. The Markthalle Neun is a Kreuzberg classic.
659 locals recommend
Markthalle
34 EisenbahnstraßeA little bit further away you will find this market where you can find local fresh produce as well as little eateries and cafes. The Markthalle Neun is a Kreuzberg classic.
This gritty doner kebab kiosk or "imbiss", as the German say, is the most famous in Berlin, and the line can at times reach the end of the quarter. Some say it is worth it, others are unsure, but the fact is that almost everyone in Berlin has tried it!
Open everyday from 11:00. Week days until 02:00, Fridays and Saturdays until 05:00.
217 locals recommend
Mustafa's Gemüse Kebap
32 MehringdammThis gritty doner kebab kiosk or "imbiss", as the German say, is the most famous in Berlin, and the line can at times reach the end of the quarter. Some say it is worth it, others are unsure, but the fact is that almost everyone in Berlin has tried it!
Open everyday from 11:00. Week days until 02:00, Fridays and Saturdays until 05:00.
Our own cafe and restaurant with wonderful organic food and a lot of vegan and gluten-free options as well. Miniloft Guests can enjoy a 10% discount!
Café Nullpunkt
23b FriedrichstraßeOur own cafe and restaurant with wonderful organic food and a lot of vegan and gluten-free options as well. Miniloft Guests can enjoy a 10% discount!
Sightseeing
Despite the relaxed feel of the area, right at Besselpark, Berlin's main attractions are just a stone throw's away. Checkpoint Charlie, the Jewish Museum and many more important attractions and parks are just a short walk away. Check out our list of personal recommendations.
Museum of modern art, photography and architecture. The permanent and temporary exhibitions are displayed across two floors of the building; there is also an auditorium, an archive, a library, a study room, and an art school for children and adults. The oldest works in the Gallery's ownership date from 1870. The museum also owns a large graphic art collection (around 15,000 works) as well as photographs and architectural models, and sometimes hosts contemporary installations.
Open every day except for Tuesdays. Opening hours: 10:00 to 18:00.
185 locals recommend
Berlinische Galerie
124-128 Alte JakobstraßeMuseum of modern art, photography and architecture. The permanent and temporary exhibitions are displayed across two floors of the building; there is also an auditorium, an archive, a library, a study room, and an art school for children and adults. The oldest works in the Gallery's ownership date from 1870. The museum also owns a large graphic art collection (around 15,000 works) as well as photographs and architectural models, and sometimes hosts contemporary installations.
Open every day except for Tuesdays. Opening hours: 10:00 to 18:00.
In addition to curating Jewish history, the Jewish Museum features collections of Jewish art. The permanent exhibition "Two Millennia of German Jewish History" presented Germany through the eyes of the Jewish minority. The Rafael Roth Gallery is located in the basement of the Jewish Museum Berlin. The collection is now divided into four areas: ceremonial objects and applied arts, fine arts, photography, and lastly, everyday culture. There are also temporary exhibits featuring a broad range of themes, eras and genres.
Open every day from 9:00 to 20:00.
305 locals recommend
Jewish Museum Berlin
9-14 Lindenstraße In addition to curating Jewish history, the Jewish Museum features collections of Jewish art. The permanent exhibition "Two Millennia of German Jewish History" presented Germany through the eyes of the Jewish minority. The Rafael Roth Gallery is located in the basement of the Jewish Museum Berlin. The collection is now divided into four areas: ceremonial objects and applied arts, fine arts, photography, and lastly, everyday culture. There are also temporary exhibits featuring a broad range of themes, eras and genres.
Open every day from 9:00 to 20:00.
A point of interest for anyone who wants to learn a little about Checkpoint Charlie. It is quite commercial but still a place to pass by when visiting Berlin for the first time, as not much from the wall of the checkpoint are left in the area. Further down you will see a checkpoint with some people dressed up as DDR and American soldiers, with whom you can take a picture for a fee. There is also a sign saying you are leaving/entering the Soviet/American sectors, which is always cute for those touristy photos everyone takes.
Open every day from 9:00 to 22:00.
74 locals recommend
Wall Museum - Checkpoint Charlie
43-45 FriedrichstraßeA point of interest for anyone who wants to learn a little about Checkpoint Charlie. It is quite commercial but still a place to pass by when visiting Berlin for the first time, as not much from the wall of the checkpoint are left in the area. Further down you will see a checkpoint with some people dressed up as DDR and American soldiers, with whom you can take a picture for a fee. There is also a sign saying you are leaving/entering the Soviet/American sectors, which is always cute for those touristy photos everyone takes.
Open every day from 9:00 to 22:00.
Built on the site of the Gestapo and SS headquarters, the Topography of Terror consists of an indoor exhibition documenting the atrocities carried out during the Nazi regime and an outdoor walking trail following the outline of the former buildings.
Open every day from 9:00 to 20:00.
119 locals recommend
Topography of Terror
8 NiederkirchnerstraßeBuilt on the site of the Gestapo and SS headquarters, the Topography of Terror consists of an indoor exhibition documenting the atrocities carried out during the Nazi regime and an outdoor walking trail following the outline of the former buildings.
Open every day from 9:00 to 20:00.
Neighbouring the Topography of Terror, this gem of a museum features temporary exhibits covering a variety of themes. This beautiful 19th-century building houses major rotating exhibitions - each one we have been to has been excellent. Highly recommended.
Open every day except for Tuesday. Opening hours: 9:00 to 19:00.
236 locals recommend
Gropius Building
7 NiederkirchnerstraßeNeighbouring the Topography of Terror, this gem of a museum features temporary exhibits covering a variety of themes. This beautiful 19th-century building houses major rotating exhibitions - each one we have been to has been excellent. Highly recommended.
Open every day except for Tuesday. Opening hours: 9:00 to 19:00.
A very modern square with a lot to see. Among its sights are the Film Museum in the Sony Center (a building straight from the future), the Neue Nationalgalerie - where you can peruse modern art in a modern architectural icon by Mies van der Rohe -, as well as the Gemäldegalerie - a picture gallery home to famous paintings by the great old masters. Then there is still the Phillarmonie, and opposite to it, the Staatbibliothek (state library), both architectural masterpieces by local hero, Hans Scharoun. Do yourself a favour and go inside!
464 locals recommend
Potsdamer Platz
Potsdamer PlatzA very modern square with a lot to see. Among its sights are the Film Museum in the Sony Center (a building straight from the future), the Neue Nationalgalerie - where you can peruse modern art in a modern architectural icon by Mies van der Rohe -, as well as the Gemäldegalerie - a picture gallery home to famous paintings by the great old masters. Then there is still the Phillarmonie, and opposite to it, the Staatbibliothek (state library), both architectural masterpieces by local hero, Hans Scharoun. Do yourself a favour and go inside!
At the headquarters of the Social Democratic Party regular exhibitions are hosted, including the annual World Press Photo awards. ID required to enter the building.
9 locals recommend
Willy Brandt House
140 WilhelmstraßeAt the headquarters of the Social Democratic Party regular exhibitions are hosted, including the annual World Press Photo awards. ID required to enter the building.
Outdoors
Things to do outside, when the weather allows it - which, for the intrepid, is always!
This outdoor swimming pool is the place to be on a hot summer day. On busy days it can be a but crazy, but the kids will have a great time!
56 locals recommend
Sommerbad Kreuzberg - Berliner Bäder
113-119 PrinzenstraßeThis outdoor swimming pool is the place to be on a hot summer day. On busy days it can be a but crazy, but the kids will have a great time!
For established Kreuzberg cool and lovely independent shopping, look no further than Bergmannkiez. A city block packed with small Berlin shops, cafes and restaurants. A lovely afternoon out in a very pleasant part of town.
120 locals recommend
Bergmannkiez
For established Kreuzberg cool and lovely independent shopping, look no further than Bergmannkiez. A city block packed with small Berlin shops, cafes and restaurants. A lovely afternoon out in a very pleasant part of town.
After a visit to the Technical Museum, why not take a walk through the park. A former railway marshalling yard that has been redeveloped as an urban oasis in the centre of the city. A great place for kids, with basketball courts and a skate park, as well as a huge grassy area to run around in. Watch out for passing trains!
313 locals recommend
Park am Gleisdreieck
26 MöckernstraßeAfter a visit to the Technical Museum, why not take a walk through the park. A former railway marshalling yard that has been redeveloped as an urban oasis in the centre of the city. A great place for kids, with basketball courts and a skate park, as well as a huge grassy area to run around in. Watch out for passing trains!
The hotly contested former airfield right in the centre of town is a fascinating place to visit. Why not ride your bike down the middle of the runway or have a barbecue? The park is a haven for wildlife as well as an important site for history or aviation enthusiasts. It is also the ideal place to fly a kite, barbecue or get a tan. Take the bus passing by Lindenstraße to go directly from Miniloft Kreuzberg to Tempelhofer Feld.
1088 locals recommend
Tempelhofer Feld
Tempelhofer DammThe hotly contested former airfield right in the centre of town is a fascinating place to visit. Why not ride your bike down the middle of the runway or have a barbecue? The park is a haven for wildlife as well as an important site for history or aviation enthusiasts. It is also the ideal place to fly a kite, barbecue or get a tan. Take the bus passing by Lindenstraße to go directly from Miniloft Kreuzberg to Tempelhofer Feld.
Berlin's own central park. A vast leafy sanctuary to get away from the hustle and bustle, and a wonderful place to go for a bike ride. For additional fun, visit the Zoo right next to it!
528 locals recommend
Tiergarten
Straße des 17. JuniBerlin's own central park. A vast leafy sanctuary to get away from the hustle and bustle, and a wonderful place to go for a bike ride. For additional fun, visit the Zoo right next to it!
As well as a great playground, there is also a fun pool for kids in the local park next to the river Spree.
105 locals recommend
Monbijou Park
Oranienburger StraßeAs well as a great playground, there is also a fun pool for kids in the local park next to the river Spree.
Kids & Families!
You are at the centre of the world's biggest playground: for both children and adults! No other city this size has so many open green spaces with surprises everywhere.
There are a lot of fun (and educational) museums, playgrounds, climbing halls and green parks in our neighbourhood and extended area. Most museums close on Mondays, so you should definitely plan your trip accordingly!
Famed for its Rosinenbomber figurehead and industrial architecture, the Deutsches Technik Museum covers all things engineering, from sail ships to brewing and aerospace. Well worth a visit with kids, make sure to go to the neighbouring Science Center Spectrum too!
Open Tue - Fri between 9:00 and 17:30 and on weekends between 10:00 and 18:00.
144 locals recommend
German Museum of Technology
9 Trebbiner Str.Famed for its Rosinenbomber figurehead and industrial architecture, the Deutsches Technik Museum covers all things engineering, from sail ships to brewing and aerospace. Well worth a visit with kids, make sure to go to the neighbouring Science Center Spectrum too!
Open Tue - Fri between 9:00 and 17:30 and on weekends between 10:00 and 18:00.
Right around the corner from Miniloft Kreuzberg.
For those with an interest in computer technology at its cutting edge, a visit to the Game Science Center is a must. This regularly-changing collection of game and interaction technologies provides an insight into the latest developments in computing. The way technology is presented through gaming makes for a fun time for all the family.
Open every day except for Tuesdays. Opening hours from 11:00 to 19:00.
GSC Game Science Center GmbH
14 BesselstraßeRight around the corner from Miniloft Kreuzberg.
For those with an interest in computer technology at its cutting edge, a visit to the Game Science Center is a must. This regularly-changing collection of game and interaction technologies provides an insight into the latest developments in computing. The way technology is presented through gaming makes for a fun time for all the family.
Open every day except for Tuesdays. Opening hours from 11:00 to 19:00.
An interactive museum especially designed for children of all ages. It is housed in a beautiful architecturally transformed church in Prenzlauer Berg.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, between 10:00 and 18:00.
26 locals recommend
MACHmit! Museum for Children
5 SenefelderstraßeAn interactive museum especially designed for children of all ages. It is housed in a beautiful architecturally transformed church in Prenzlauer Berg.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, between 10:00 and 18:00.
The Berlin Museum of Communication offers an entertaining and educational approach to the history of communication technology, and is fun for both adults and kids alike (as well as together).
Open between 9:00 and 17:00 from Wednesdays to Fridays, until 18:00 on the weekend and until 20:00 on Tuesdays.
18 locals recommend
Museum for Communication
16 Leipziger Str.The Berlin Museum of Communication offers an entertaining and educational approach to the history of communication technology, and is fun for both adults and kids alike (as well as together).
Open between 9:00 and 17:00 from Wednesdays to Fridays, until 18:00 on the weekend and until 20:00 on Tuesdays.
A very cool rock-climbing outdoor place that resembles a medieval tower ruin. Kids will love it!
Open from Wednesday to Friday, between 17:00 and 21:00.
Kletterturm Kirchbachspitze
11 AlvenslebenstraßeA very cool rock-climbing outdoor place that resembles a medieval tower ruin. Kids will love it!
Open from Wednesday to Friday, between 17:00 and 21:00.
An indoor wall climbing and bouldering club with a seasonal ice climbing wall. Fun for different levels of experience.
Open on week days between 09:00 and 23:00, and on weekends between 09:00 and 23:00
27 locals recommend
Der Kegel
99 Revaler Str.An indoor wall climbing and bouldering club with a seasonal ice climbing wall. Fun for different levels of experience.
Open on week days between 09:00 and 23:00, and on weekends between 09:00 and 23:00
Berlin's famous zoo is just a short S-Bahn train ride away. Inside its beautiful grounds you'll find the most comprehensive collection of species in the world.
Open every day from 9:00 to 18:00.
363 locals recommend
Zoo Berlin
8 Hardenbergpl.Berlin's famous zoo is just a short S-Bahn train ride away. Inside its beautiful grounds you'll find the most comprehensive collection of species in the world.
Open every day from 9:00 to 18:00.
Family-friendly golf attraction with German landmarks painted in glow-in-the-dark paint. It is around the corner from Görlitzer Park and its own subway station.
Open Monday through Thursday between 14:00 and 22:00, on Friday between 14:00 and 00:00 and on the weekend from 10:00 to 00:00.
32 locals recommend
Black Light Mini Golf Berlin
1 Görlitzer Str.Family-friendly golf attraction with German landmarks painted in glow-in-the-dark paint. It is around the corner from Görlitzer Park and its own subway station.
Open Monday through Thursday between 14:00 and 22:00, on Friday between 14:00 and 00:00 and on the weekend from 10:00 to 00:00.
Berlin has numerous playgrounds which are both excellent and clean, as well as safe. In every neighbourhood you will find a wide array of monkey bars, swings and the like to keep your kids amused and allow them for a bit of exercise.
Playground
Berlin has numerous playgrounds which are both excellent and clean, as well as safe. In every neighbourhood you will find a wide array of monkey bars, swings and the like to keep your kids amused and allow them for a bit of exercise.
Berlin's Museum of Computer Games will give you a good overview of the evolution of games and gaming, which is now an engrained of youth culture, both online and offline. We recommend this place not only to families with children but also to teenagers travelling with their friends, as well as to most millennials really.
Open every day from 10:00 to 20:00.
54 locals recommend
Computerspiel Museum
93A Karl-Marx-AlleeBerlin's Museum of Computer Games will give you a good overview of the evolution of games and gaming, which is now an engrained of youth culture, both online and offline. We recommend this place not only to families with children but also to teenagers travelling with their friends, as well as to most millennials really.
Open every day from 10:00 to 20:00.
Nightlife
You may have heard that Berlin is a city that never sleeps... But that's not to say you can't sleep as well as take part of the nightlife! Many Berliners will comfortably sleep in and head off to a club on Sunday morning, or even at lunchtime, and join the crowd leftover from the night before, dancing to the latest in techno, house and EDM. And if dance clubs aren't your thing, Berlin still has a lot to offer. We've listed a few special spots that should appeal to every taste and age group.
This bar/club in RAW-Gelände is a cult-classic in Berlin: this is where some of the newest and coolest artists perform, and where the hippest events take place.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, between 00:00 and 07:00.
59 locals recommend
Urban Spree Gallery
99 Revaler Str.This bar/club in RAW-Gelände is a cult-classic in Berlin: this is where some of the newest and coolest artists perform, and where the hippest events take place.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday, between 00:00 and 07:00.
A club which is also a cafe/restaurant. They host alternative events, including periodic drag queen live shows.
60 locals recommend
Südblock
1-2 AdmiralstraßeA club which is also a cafe/restaurant. They host alternative events, including periodic drag queen live shows.
This is Kreuzberg's party street: a lot of bars and clubs are found along it or on parallel streets, from alternative clubs to classic rock pubs and some of the hippest cocktail lounges. There are also small fast-food joints and convenience stores that sell cheap beer.
Also a great route for a bar crawl!
164 locals recommend
Oranienstraße
OranienstraßeThis is Kreuzberg's party street: a lot of bars and clubs are found along it or on parallel streets, from alternative clubs to classic rock pubs and some of the hippest cocktail lounges. There are also small fast-food joints and convenience stores that sell cheap beer.
Also a great route for a bar crawl!
SO36 is a night club on Oranienstrasse which name comes from the historical area postcode: SO36 (SO stands for Südost, or South East). Home to Berlin's punk rock movement, the area of Kreuzberg is known for its alternative venues, where subcultures first emerged in Germany. Open Tue - Sat, from 21:00 to 05:00.
106 locals recommend
SO36
190 OranienstraßeSO36 is a night club on Oranienstrasse which name comes from the historical area postcode: SO36 (SO stands for Südost, or South East). Home to Berlin's punk rock movement, the area of Kreuzberg is known for its alternative venues, where subcultures first emerged in Germany. Open Tue - Sat, from 21:00 to 05:00.
A quirky cocktail bar with classics as well as their own: from fruity and zesty to mature bitter flavours, be prepared to get tipsy in great style!
Open every day from 19:00 to 02:00.
64 locals recommend
Schwarze Traube
15 WrangelstraßeA quirky cocktail bar with classics as well as their own: from fruity and zesty to mature bitter flavours, be prepared to get tipsy in great style!
Open every day from 19:00 to 02:00.
Aside from the dim lighting, the dark wood licor cabinets and the delicious cocktails, bar games and quizz nights are also to be enjoyed.
Open from Monday to Thursday between 19:00 and 02:00, and on Friday and Saturday until 03:00.
Happy hour between 19:00 and 20:00.
65 locals recommend
Limonadier
12 NostitzstraßeAside from the dim lighting, the dark wood licor cabinets and the delicious cocktails, bar games and quizz nights are also to be enjoyed.
Open from Monday to Thursday between 19:00 and 02:00, and on Friday and Saturday until 03:00.
Happy hour between 19:00 and 20:00.
Nightclub & bar, known for house & hip hop music, with live music & open mic jamming sessions.
Opening hours depend on each event, but generally from 22:00 on.
118 locals recommend
Prince Charles
85F PrinzenstraßeNightclub & bar, known for house & hip hop music, with live music & open mic jamming sessions.
Opening hours depend on each event, but generally from 22:00 on.
A mixed-genre nightclub & live music venue on the site of former military stables with a vaulted roof. From EDM to Afrohaus, dancehall, hip hop and even some Brazilian funk.
Generally open from 23:00 on, depending on each event.
44 locals recommend
Gretchen
19-21 ObentrautstraßeA mixed-genre nightclub & live music venue on the site of former military stables with a vaulted roof. From EDM to Afrohaus, dancehall, hip hop and even some Brazilian funk.
Generally open from 23:00 on, depending on each event.
Sing, dance, play!
From plays and performances to comedy shows and movie screenings, there is something for everyone in Kreuzberg and its extended area. We have selected a few of Berlin's countless entertainment gems in all genres, classical to experimental.
German was once famous for its cabaret scene. Today, few events in this variety genre exist, and Mehringhof Theater is one of the places where the tradition remains alive. There are also plays and music performances.
Usually open from Monday to Friday, from 19.30 to 21.30.
Mehringhof
2A GneisenaustraßeGerman was once famous for its cabaret scene. Today, few events in this variety genre exist, and Mehringhof Theater is one of the places where the tradition remains alive. There are also plays and music performances.
Usually open from Monday to Friday, from 19.30 to 21.30.
Old movie theatre with mainstream as well independent films. They some times host cinema cycles and festivals.
Most films are shown in their original language.
103 locals recommend
Babylon Kreuzberg
126 Dresdener Str.Old movie theatre with mainstream as well independent films. They some times host cinema cycles and festivals.
Most films are shown in their original language.
Sputnik Kino
54 HasenheideTiny independent movie theatre. Always has interesting picks!
A bar with drag queen shows, variety acts and karaoke nights. A sort of modern-day version of what Berlin's nightlife used to be in the 20s. Very relaxed and fun.
Open every day from 20:00 to 04:00.
15 locals recommend
Rauschgold
62 MehringdammA bar with drag queen shows, variety acts and karaoke nights. A sort of modern-day version of what Berlin's nightlife used to be in the 20s. Very relaxed and fun.
Open every day from 20:00 to 04:00.
Dinner with a show where Crime meets Comedy - an unlikely subgenre to those perhaps less familiar German (or rather, Berliner) idiosyncrasies. Very campy, very kitschy.
Theater krimimobil Berlin - Mörderische Krimi-Dinner-Komödien
Dinner with a show where Crime meets Comedy - an unlikely subgenre to those perhaps less familiar German (or rather, Berliner) idiosyncrasies. Very campy, very kitschy.
A traditional dance hall with workshops and classes, ranging from Argentinian Tango to Lindy Hop Swing, as well as Disco and Salsa, the Slow Waltz, Jive, Cha Cha Cha and other classics. They also have open classes in the evening. Check their programme here: https://www.tanzschule-maxixe.de/open-lessons/
Tanzschule und Ballsaal MAXIXE Berlin Kreuzberg
3 FidicinstraßeA traditional dance hall with workshops and classes, ranging from Argentinian Tango to Lindy Hop Swing, as well as Disco and Salsa, the Slow Waltz, Jive, Cha Cha Cha and other classics. They also have open classes in the evening. Check their programme here: https://www.tanzschule-maxixe.de/open-lessons/