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4 days in Berlin

History, art and over 80 Christmas markets.

Best time
Nov – Dec, May – Sep
Ideal length
4 days
A day, mid-range
$200 per person
Trip for two
about $1,600

Planning a 4-day trip to Berlin? Here's a day-by-day Berlin itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Berlin has more Christmas markets than any city in Germany, from Gendarmenmarkt's elegant one to Charlottenburg Palace.

Berlin is a creative, historic capital where the scars of the Cold War sit beside world-class museums and nightlife.

  1. Jan
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  5. May: a good time to go
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  9. Sep: a good time to go
  10. Oct
  11. Nov: a good time to go
  12. Dec: a good time to go

December: -2 to 4°C.

Create my Berlin trip

Don't miss

Best things to do in Berlin

  • 01

    Brandenburg Gate

    Berlin's landmark.

  • 02

    Berlin Wall

    The East Side Gallery and the Wall Memorial.

  • 03

    Museum Island

    Five world-class museums.

  • 04

    Christmas markets

    Gendarmenmarkt and Charlottenburg.

Day by day

Berlin itinerary for 4 days

  1. D1

    Day 1: Mitte

    Morning
    Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag's glass dome (free, book ahead).
    Afternoon
    The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe and Unter den Linden.
    Evening
    Gendarmenmarkt's elegant Christmas market.

    Reichstag visits need advance registration.

  2. D2

    Day 2: The Wall

    Morning
    Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse, with its watchtower and preserved death strip.
    Afternoon
    East Side Gallery's murals along the river.
    Evening
    Dinner in Kreuzberg.

    The memorial's visitor centre has a viewing platform.

  3. D3

    Day 3: Museums and palaces

    Morning
    Museum Island: the Neues Museum's bust of Nefertiti and the Altes Museum.
    Afternoon
    Berlin Cathedral and its dome walk.
    Evening
    Charlottenburg Palace Christmas market.

    Buy a Museum Island day pass.

  4. D4

    Day 4: Home

    Morning
    Checkpoint Charlie and the Topography of Terror.
    Afternoon
    Lunch of currywurst.
    Evening
    Fly home.

    Allow 45 minutes to the airport.

Want it hour by hour?GoRoam plans every stop with times, maps, costs and bookings for your dates.

Shorter or longer

Berlin in 3, 4 or 6 days

3 days in Berlin

Follow days 1 to 3 above and leave out “Home”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

6 days in Berlin

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering, then add 1 day in Munich.

What it costs

Berlin trip budget

StylePer person, a day4 days for two
Budget$100$800
Mid-range$200$1,600
Luxury$500+$4,000

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Berlin is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Berlin for every budget

  • Budget

    Hostels in Mitte

    Mitte

    Central.

    from $40 /night

    Prices
  • Mid-range

    Hotels in Prenzlauer Berg

    Prenzlauer Berg

    Leafy and cool.

    from $160 /night

    Prices
  • Luxury

    Hotel Adlon Kempinski

    Pariser Platz

    Next to the Brandenburg Gate.

    from $500 /night

    Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Berlin

  • Currywurst

    Sausage with curry ketchup.

  • Döner kebab

    Berlin's favourite.

  • Glühwein

    At the markets.

Getting there

How to reach Berlin

Travel
Berlin Brandenburg airport is 30 minutes by train.
Getting around
U-Bahn and S-Bahn.
  • Book the Reichstag dome visit online (free).
  • Many shops close on Sundays.

Before you go

What to pack for Berlin

  • Power bank and charging cables
  • Passport and visa printouts
  • Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for temples
  • A forex card or some local cash
  • Travel insurance

Good questions

Berlin trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Berlin?

4 days are enough to see the highlights: Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall, Museum Island. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 4-day Berlin trip cost?

Roughly $100 a day per person on a budget, $200 mid-range and $500+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about $1,600 for 4 days.

What is the best time to visit Berlin?

Nov – Dec, May – Sep. Berlin has more Christmas markets than any city in Germany, from Gendarmenmarkt's elegant one to Charlottenburg Palace.

Where should I stay in Berlin?

Budget: Hostels in Mitte (Mitte), from about $40 a night. Mid-range: Hotels in Prenzlauer Berg (Prenzlauer Berg), from about $160 a night. Luxury: Hotel Adlon Kempinski (Pariser Platz), from about $500 a night.

How do I reach Berlin?

Berlin Brandenburg airport is 30 minutes by train.

Is 3 days enough for Berlin?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 3 of the itinerary above and skip "Home". 4 days is the comfortable length.

What is the weather like in Berlin?

December: -2 to 4°C.

What food should I try in Berlin?

Currywurst: Sausage with curry ketchup. Döner kebab: Berlin's favourite. Glühwein: At the markets.

How do I get around Berlin?

U-Bahn and S-Bahn.

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