Visit Berlin May-September. Fly into BER (new airport). U-Bahn + S-Bahn cover everything. Stay Mitte (central) or Kreuzberg (hip).
At a Glance
| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Main airport | BER |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Language | German (English widely spoken) |
| Best time to visit | May–September |
| Visa for US citizens | US citizens enter Schengen visa-free for 90 days. ETIAS coming. |
Top Things to Do in Berlin
- Brandenburg Gate + Reichstag (free dome)
- Berlin Wall + East Side Gallery
- Holocaust Memorial
- Museum Island (5 museums, UNESCO)
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Tiergarten park
- Mauerpark Sunday flea market
- Berghain or Berlin club night
- Day trip to Sachsenhausen concentration camp
- Currywurst from a street stand
Best Neighborhoods to Stay In
- Mitte — central, museums, tourist
- Kreuzberg — hipster, Turkish neighborhood
- Prenzlauer Berg — young families, cafés
- Friedrichshain — clubs, alternative
- Charlottenburg — west side, palace
- Neukölln — multicultural, nightlife
Our recommendation: Mitte (central + walkable), Kreuzberg (hip + cheaper), Prenzlauer Berg (charming).
What to Eat
- Currywurst + bratwurst
- Döner kebab (Berlin invented it!)
- Schnitzel
- Pretzel + beer at biergarten
- Spätzle
- Königsberger Klopse (meatballs)
- Beer (Berliner Pilsner, Schultheiss)
How to Get Around
U-Bahn + S-Bahn + trams + buses. BVG ticket covers all. Walking + bikes great. Berlin is huge — plan transit time.
How to Get There from the USA
The main airport is BER. Direct US flights are available from major gateways depending on the season.
👉 See our New York flight page or New York To Paris route page.
👉 Call +1 (833) 546-3547 for live agent quotes and bundle with hotels.
Visa & Entry Requirements (US Citizens)
US citizens enter Schengen visa-free for 90 days. ETIAS coming.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time of year to visit Berlin?
May–September.
Do US citizens need a visa for Germany?
US citizens enter Schengen visa-free for 90 days. ETIAS coming.
Where should I stay in Berlin?
Mitte (central + walkable), Kreuzberg (hip + cheaper), Prenzlauer Berg (charming).
How do I book cheap flights to Berlin?
Call +1 (833) 546-3547 24/7.
Can you bundle the flight with a hotel?
Yes — we are a full-service travel agency. View our hotel booking page.