The dancing fountains and the superb cupola made of large triangular sails sublimely poised in midair above the central plaza attract thousands of tourists to Potsdamer Platz. Sony's European headquarters built by Helmut Jahn is one of the most important attractions of the new German capital. Besides offices, apartments, and Sony's own trend store, this huge, transparent palace of glass and steel houses bars, restaurants, and bistros. The wing dedicated to the Berlin Film Festival is home to Arsenal movie-theater and the Museum of Cinema. Underneath the plaza there is Cinestar multiplex. Other highlights of entertainment include an IMAX cinema.
The Computerspiele Museum shows computer games in several different forms and has a collection of the devices where the games could be played on. Videos tell you about the history of games and the people behind some of the most well-known games, and a special section of the museum lets you play and test these games yourself.
Con más de 80 habitaciones y 3.000 metros cuadrados, esta inmensa galería es el hogar de muchas de las obras de arte contemporáneas más bellas. La galería se encuentra en Reinhardtstraße, cerca del distrito de Mitte en Berlín. La galería cuenta con una colección privada que incluye obras de arte que van desde 1990 hasta la actualidad. Regularmente, se ofrecen recorridos privados y grupales. Esta es una de las galerías de arte más visitadas de la ciudad, especialmente por conocedores y expertos en arte. Visiten el sitio web para más información.
The Zagreus Projekt explores artistic and social concepts through traditional and contemporary art work alongside culinary creations. Artists are invited to create installations and artwork at the gallery, inspired by which a complementary menu is designed and served to the gallery's discerning clientele. The culinary and artistic aspects of each installation are born of collaboration between the chefs and the artists to create a cohesive whole. From traditional recipes to contemporary techniques, the gallery showcases a range that is astoundingly varied, engaging the audience in an immersive experience. Brain-child of Ulrich Krauss, the Zagreus Projekt offers an experience that should not be missed by those who appreciate art in all its forms.
Tucked away in Neukölln, Privatbrauerei Am Rollberg is a hidden gem that every beer-lover should visit. Now, Berlin has its fair share of microbreweries, but this little treasure is one of the finest of the lot. Housed within an old factory, the brewery features a biergarten where you can relax and sip on thoroughbred German beers and ales. Rollberg also has barbecue pits where you can bring your own food to BBQ. Needless to say it makes for a fun experience. Top picks at Privatbrauerei Am Rollberg include their Red and the Pilsner. If you're a beer-lover, you shouldn't miss out on this one!
Though Spreepark closed its doors in 2001, this defunct amusement park still attracts hordes of visitors from all over. When it had opened in 1969, it was East Germany's sole amusement park and a popular spot. Now all you can see are remnants of its glorious days as you get a glimpse of abandoned rides such as the Ferris wheel and water slide, an amphitheater and canal networks. The city offers guided tours at times but thrill seekers who want to explore this place try to sneak in through its fenced border. During summers, the old amphitheater hosts concerts and theater for children and adults alike.
The Zagreus Projekt explores artistic and social concepts through traditional and contemporary art work alongside culinary creations. Artists are invited to create installations and artwork at the gallery, inspired by which a complementary menu is designed and served to the gallery's discerning clientele. The culinary and artistic aspects of each installation are born of collaboration between the chefs and the artists to create a cohesive whole. From traditional recipes to contemporary techniques, the gallery showcases a range that is astoundingly varied, engaging the audience in an immersive experience. Brain-child of Ulrich Krauss, the Zagreus Projekt offers an experience that should not be missed by those who appreciate art in all its forms.
The Schlossplatz Theater is located on the first floor of one of the most beautiful building in Köpenick's old town centre. Although a small establishment with just 70 seats, the theater has programs for both children and adults and puts on numerous productions by guest ensembles. Woody Allen, Karl Valentin and Oliver Bukowski are all names who have appeared here in the past.
The Hatch Sticker Museum is the world's first museum totally dedicated to sticker art. In a small space (but making good use of their available space), the sticker museum offer stickers, books and T-shirt by local and international street artists. On the museum website you can also order products online. The museum is located in a Hinterhof (courtyard) which can be a bit tricky to find, but it is located in the third courtyard! - Cassandra Bron
Tucked away in Neukölln, Privatbrauerei Am Rollberg is a hidden gem that every beer-lover should visit. Now, Berlin has its fair share of microbreweries, but this little treasure is one of the finest of the lot. Housed within an old factory, the brewery features a biergarten where you can relax and sip on thoroughbred German beers and ales. Rollberg also has barbecue pits where you can bring your own food to BBQ. Needless to say it makes for a fun experience. Top picks at Privatbrauerei Am Rollberg include their Red and the Pilsner. If you're a beer-lover, you shouldn't miss out on this one!
Bali Kino, an old movie house is a great place to check out international flicks, and often hosts film festivals from Africa, among other countries. With a more upscale atmosphere than the average movie house, and a reel of history too, you won t be let down. See their website for additional information.
The Berliner Unterwelten is a museum and organization dedicated to the history of the worlds under Berlin. The museum offers a variety of tours in old World War II bunkers, brewery cellars, the underground railway system, and much more. Remember to dress warmly with sturdy footwear (flip-flops and sandals are not allowed), even in the summer, because the underground temperature is never more than ten degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit).