Berlin and Small Towns of Germany

With rich history, vibrant nightlife, world-renowned cuisine, and amazing museums, there is something for everyone in Germany's capital.

Get to know this amazing city, exploring its busy streets and admiring its wealth of historic architecture.

Located in the Kreuzberg District, this street was once divided by Checkpoint Charlie and today features fun shops and cafes.

This district features cafes, shops, galleries, and courtyards and provides easy access to the neighboring New Synagogue.

This district is known for its friendly atmosphere, fun shops, historic buildings, and unique eateries.

Located within a protected nature preserve, Chorin is a small village with a wonderful abbey and a peaceful atmosphere.

About 1 hour south of Berlin, this protected forest is worth a visit for its remarkable nature and unique culture.

This museum brings together Berlin's collection of artworks by masters such as Van Eyck, Rubens, Rembrandt, Caravaggio, and more.

Once part of the Berlin Wall, this 18C gate has been witness to Berlin's triumphs and misfortunes since its construction.

Built to address a housing crisis in the early 20C, this Wagner-designed district remains a vibrant and lively neighborhood today.

Located at Potsdamer Platz, this complex is impressive in its design and size, and features shops, hotels, a cinema, and more.

Wolfenbuettel features a superb Renaissance town layout, with a lovely mix of stately and charming buildings.

Potsdam, once the capital of Prussia, is a stately and quintessential German city with numerous sites and activities.

Situated near Potsdamer Platz, this 1950s-style museum focuses on several art forms, such as music, decorative arts, and graphic arts.

With five world-class museums, visitors can explore exhibits ranging from ancient artifacts to the National Gallery, and much more.

Located on Museum Island, this museum exhibits over 2,000 artifacts, with collections ranging from 7C BC coins to 19C paintings.

This museum of modern art displays an astounding collection of Picassos, Cezannes, Van Goghs, Matisses, and so much more.

A loevly seaside town, known for its delicious fresh fish, great scenery, and laid-back atmosphere.

With its standout castle and abbey steeples, Quedlinburg today is a picturesque reflection of a Romanesque town.

Located on Museum Island, this museum features a rich collection of antiquities from the East and impressive Islamic artwork.

This complex is made up of five museums that focus on topics such as Indian and East Asian art, European culture, and much more.

This must-see museum holds a wealth of treasure, such as the bust of Nefertiti, artifacts from temples and graves, and much more.

This immense garden features more than 22,000 international species from South American tropics to African desserts.

This fairy tale forest was the hunting grounds for German royalty and dignitaries, and is home to tree species planted in the 16C.

Founded in the 12C, Lauenburg rests on the Elbe River, where the seafarer population has been replaced with an artist community.

The most visited zoo in Europe is home to over 20,000 animals from over 1,500 species, and promises a great day for all ages.

Established in the 17C, this park is an oasis near Potsdamer Platz, offering leisurely walks and boat rides along Neuer Lake.

Stroll along the canal, enjoying the scenery and stopping in one of the many eateries along the way.

A lovely Baltic port city, Stralsund is notable for its brick Gothic architecture and rising popularity as a must-see destination.

Sitting on the Elbe River, Meissen boasts Gothic and Renaissance treasures, as well as a rich history as a porcelain center.

Weimar is a cultural and provincial center, with Cranach, Bach, Liszt, Nietzsche, and Goethe having resided here at various times.

Stroll through the historic center to enjoy the lovely atmosphere, taking time to people-watch and browse some shops.

Spend a few peaceful hours strolling through this lush 18C park, enjoying the greenery and the views of the Ilm River.

Visit Weimar's most significant cultural center, whether for a tour or to see one of its excellent productions.

This peaceful house, surrounded by nature, was Goethe's home from 1776 to 1782 and where he wrote several works.

Explore this lush forest, where visitors can enjoy winter sports, historic sites, hiking trails, and beautiful landscapes.

Uniquely spread over seven hills, each topped with a church, much of this beautiful town is an officially UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This reflective museum exhibits the works and home of Goethe, a man of literature and science.

Now home to a museum dedicated to his life and works, this house is where Schiller wrote "William Tell" and "The Bride of Messina."

Weimar's most prominent church, this 15C Gothic structure took on a Baroque style when remodeled in the 18C.

Dedicated to the life and works of the famous philosopher, this impressive collection is located in Nietzsche's preserved residence.

Feel like you're in a fairy tale in this magical hilly town, home to a wealth of historic sites and a vibrant university.

With its standout castle and abbey steeples, Quedlinburg today is a picturesque reflection of a Romanesque town.

As the third largest death camp in WWII, this memorial is a somber yet important place to reflect on the atrocities of the Holocaust.

Pay a visit or attend a concert at this stunning hall, home to the Berlin Philharmonic.

Hann. Muenden is a treasure with more than 700 preserved timbered houses and the remains of its medieval fortifications.

A charming medieval town with so much to offer, including gardens, historic buildings, museums, and more.

This exquisite 2,500-year-old town is a historical gem at the confluence of the Danube, Ilz, and Inn Rivers.

The cobblestoned historic center is a popular gathering place with much to explore along its narrow streets.

Built in the 17C on the original 6C site, this Baroque cathedral is a masterpiece, as is its largest church organ in the world.

Pieces in this collection of Bohemian glass date as far back to the 18C and into the 20C.

This idyllic town nestled between the Salzach River and Woehrsee Lake is a natural beauty, home to a majestic castle.

Situated high in the Bavarian Alps, visitors to this resort town enjoy a variety of winter sports as well as beautiful summer hikes.

Situated on its namesake lake, Tegernsee is a popular yet relaxed spa town, featuring a fabulous abbey and various outdoor pursuits.

Uniquely spread over seven hills, each topped with a church, much of this beautiful town is an officially UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Chiemsee is a large lake featuring several islands and coastal villages, resorts, and more.

An excellently preserved medieval town, Regensburg is wonderful for exploring, relaxing, and reflecting on the past.

Travel back in time in this magical city, where visitors flock to admire its beautifully preserved medieval architecture.

Explore the past throughout this atmospheric historic center, stopping at a cafe for Schneeballen.

Combine sightseeing and shopping on this lively street of mansions and boutiques.

Walk along the remarkably well preserved medieval ramparts which still feature several of their gates and towers.

When visiting this 14C church, don't miss the 16C "Holy Blood" altarpiece among the numerous other significant artifacts.

A picturesque spa town, home to beautiful old architecture, a scenic river, and rich history.

Visiting Schwabisch Hall, a town that has long prospered from salt-mining, is like stepping back into the Middle Ages.

Visit the town hall, part Gothic and part Renaissance, for its architecture, museum, and excellent views.

A great base for exploring the Black Forest, this elegant town has been popular since Roman times.

Uniquely spread over seven hills, each topped with a church, much of this beautiful town is an officially UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Treat yourself to a visit on Lindau, a lovely island in Lake Constance with a rich historical past and present-day charm.

Founded in 1838, Maulbronn was built around its 12C monastery and is delightfully peaceful and charming to explore.

Explore this lush forest, where visitors can enjoy winter sports, historic sites, hiking trails, and beautiful landscapes.

Oberstdorf is a haven for skiing, ice-skating, and hiking, as well as an excellent model for implementing green technologies.

Goslar's history of silver and ore mining as allowed it to maintain its original medieval architecture, as well as some modern touches.

Wander through this famously preserved medieval town, a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Old Town holds numerous architectural gems of Medieval, Renaissance, and Gothic origins.

Surrounding the market place are excellent examples and varieties of preserved timbered structures dating back to the 15C.

A popular place to stroll and people-watch, this historic square is lined with Gothic architecture and is home to a bronze fountain.

Wolfenbuettel features a superb Renaissance town layout, with a lovely mix of stately and charming buildings.

A historic German town, known for its elegant architecture, excellent museums, and memorials.

A modern art museum, this 16C half-timbered house holds works by Beuys, de Kooning, Calder, and others.

This impressive 18C church features a ship-shaped alter, a regal organ and choir area, and detailed carvings.

Learn how the wealthy lived in this preserved 11C palace, which features historical paintings, a chapel and the tomb of Heinrich III.

This 15C town hall has a lovely arcade that leads out into the market square and is home to the elegant Hall of Allegiance.

With its standout castle and abbey steeples, Quedlinburg today is a picturesque reflection of a Romanesque town.

Hann. Muenden is a treasure with more than 700 preserved timbered houses and the remains of its medieval fortifications.

Originally built for a convent, this 12C church boasts extraordinary Romanesque features, such as its towers, facade, and apse.

Pay a visit or attend a concert at this stunning hall, home to the Berlin Philharmonic.

Feel like you're in a fairy tale in this magical hilly town, home to a wealth of historic sites and a vibrant university.

A historic town dating to 1012, home to numerous historic attractions, including a castle.

With rich history, vibrant nightlife, world-renowned cuisine, and amazing museums, there is something for everyone in Germany's capital.

Get to know this amazing city, exploring its busy streets and admiring its wealth of historic architecture.

Located in the Kreuzberg District, this street was once divided by Checkpoint Charlie and today features fun shops and cafes.

This district features cafes, shops, galleries, and courtyards and provides easy access to the neighboring New Synagogue.

This district is known for its friendly atmosphere, fun shops, historic buildings, and unique eateries.

Located within a protected nature preserve, Chorin is a small village with a wonderful abbey and a peaceful atmosphere.

About 1 hour south of Berlin, this protected forest is worth a visit for its remarkable nature and unique culture.