Viewpoints

Have a look: Berlin from above

At 368 metres in height, the Berlin TV Tower on Alexanderplatz is Germany's tallest building and offers visitors a panoramic view across the city. A lift takes you to the top where there is a viewing platform and a rotating restaurant.
A visit to the government building, Reichstag, includes the building's viewpoints which afford spectacular vistas over the government district and city centre. Make sure you book your tour in advance.
The Kolhoff Tower skyscraper opens in 1999 in the Potsdamer Platz district of Berlin. Europe's fastest lift takes visitors to the 24th floor open air viewing platform where you can enjoy the cityscape below.

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Friedrichshain park

Climbing or a barbecue? Cinema or cake? Anything goes in Volkspark Friedrichshain in the summer.
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Volkspark Friedrichshain
Am Friedrichshain 1
10407 Berlin Volkspark Friedrichshain
Am Friedrichshain 1
10407 Berlin
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11 tips for great shots of waterfronts

Passionate photographers love experimenting with light and reflections. So head out to the city's waterways. To get you started: here are 11 perfect spots.
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Akademie der Künste on Pariser Platz

The Academy of Arts on Pariser Platz immediately catches the eye with its high glass façade. Behind it, you will discover a wealth of art and culture in an exciting interior architecture.
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Akademie der Künste am Pariser Platz
Pariser Platz 4
10117 Berlin Akademie der Künste am Pariser Platz
Pariser Platz 4
10117 Berlin
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Berlin Cathedral

The monumental Cathedral Church in Berlin is a major attraction – a richly decorated church interior, fascinating history and impressive architecture. The Hohenzollern crypt is not accessible for three years since March 2020.
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Oberpfarr- und Domkirche zu Berlin
Am Lustgarten
10178 Berlin Oberpfarr- und Domkirche zu Berlin
Am Lustgarten
10178 Berlin
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Berlin Television Tower

Built during the years of the GDR, the iconic TV Tower is now a symbol of the entire city. Enjoy the stunning panoramic views from the viewing platform!
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Berliner Fernsehturm
Panoramastraße 1a
10178 Berlin Berliner Fernsehturm
Panoramastraße 1a
10178 Berlin

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Cafeteria Skyline TU

Temporarily closedInexpensive food and a great view of Berlin – that’s exactly what you’ll find at the Cafeteria TU Skyline at Ernst-Reuter-Platz.
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Cafeteria Skyline TU
Ernst-Reuter-Platz 7
10587 Berlin Cafeteria Skyline TU
Ernst-Reuter-Platz 7
10587 Berlin
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Französischer Dom (French Cathedral)

Although the word “Dom” means cathedral in German, the Französischer Dom is is not actually a church, but a tower. Together with the Deutscher Dom it graces Berlin’s most beautiful public square, Gendarmenmarkt.
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Gendarmenmarkt 5
10117 Berlin französischer dom
Gendarmenmarkt 5
10117 Berlin
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Funicular on the Kienberg

In Marzahn, the funicular continues to travel over the Gardens of the World! Come enjoy the view.
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Kienberg mit Aussichtsplattform
Zugang über Hellersdorfer Straße 149
12685 Berlin Kienberg mit Aussichtsplattform
Zugang über Hellersdorfer Straße 149
12685 Berlin
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Funkturm

The Parisians have the Eiffel Tower – and the Berliners have the Funkturm. You might not have heard of it, because it’s not quite as famous, but it’s still worth a visit. See for yourself what the Eiffel Tower’s little cousin has to offer.
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Funkturm
Hammarskjöldplatz 1
14055 Berlin Funkturm
Hammarskjöldplatz 1
14055 Berlin
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Geschichtsort (Historical Site) Olympiagelände

Cast your eyes across the forests and lakes. The bell tower at the Olympiastadion offers a magnificent panorama. Find out more about the history of the Olympic site.
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Am Glockenturm
14053 Berlin Am Glockenturm
14053 Berlin
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Glienicker Brücke

Glienicker Brücke is a bridge over the river Havel connecting the district of Wannsee in western Berlin with the Potsdam, the capital of the state of Brandenburg. It has its place in the history books because it served several times as the site where captured Warsaw Pact agents would be exchanged for Western spies. At the time, the bridge was closed to civilians.
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Königstraße
14467 Berlin Königstraße
14467 Berlin
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Grunewaldturm

You can enjoy a view of woods and water for miles around from the Grunewaldturm, with its Brick Gothic architecture, mosaics and marble statue.
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Grunewaldturm
Havelchaussee 61
14193 Berlin Grunewaldturm
Havelchaussee 61
14193 Berlin
© Stiftung Humboldt Forum im Berliner Schloss/ Foto: Alexander Schippel

Humboldt Forum

An exciting new urban space waiting to be experienced on the vast site of the historic Hohenzollern Palace. With top-class art collections, exhibitions and workshops of ideas, Berlin has an inspiring central public place for exchanging thoughts and holding discussions.
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Schlossplatz
10178 Berlin Schlossplatz
10178 Berlin
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Humboldthain Park

First have an adventure, then enjoy the view: climb to the top of the flak towers in Humboldthain and relax on the green roof of Berlin.
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Volkspark Humboldthain
Brunnenstraße
13357 Berlin Volkspark Humboldthain
Brunnenstraße
13357 Berlin
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Monbijoubrücke (Monbijou Bridge)

In the centre of Berlin, the listed pedestrian bridge crosses over the River Spree and "Kupfergraben" to connect Monbijoupark with the Museum Island. With a unique view of the Bode Museum, the southern part of the bridge that is around 62 metres long is the ideal place to enjoy a Berlin sunset. While you listen to the accordion being played by one of the many musicians and the gentle sound of water on the River Spree, you can feel the lightness of being all around.
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Monbijoustraße
10178 Berlin Monbijoustraße
10178 Berlin
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Oberbaumbrücke

While Germany was divided, the Oberbaum bridge was a border crossing for pedestrians. Since the fall of the Berlin Wall, it now connects the two halves of the district of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. The bridge with its great view is a popular sight for taking pictures.
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Oberbaumbrücke
10243 Berlin Oberbaumbrücke
10243 Berlin
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Panoramapunkt

Located directly on Potsdamer Platz, the Panoramapunkt offers you a magnificent view of the city and features an exhibition on the history of the square.
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Potsdamer Platz 1
10785 Berlin Potsdamer Platz 1
10785 Berlin

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Photo spots in Berlin

Berlin is one of the most photographed cities in the world. But the city has many great spots and angles to shoot from other than the Brandenburg Gate and the TV Tower. Here are some of the best.
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Plattenbauten

When it comes to altitude, you can’t top Marzahn-Hellersdorf: where else can you enjoy a more breathtaking view of Berlin and Brandenburg than from the top storeys of the modernised high-rise blocks?
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Restaurant Baret

In the Baret restaurant on the roof of the Humboldt Forum you can dine with a view over Berlin.
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Restaurant Baret
Schloßplatz
10178 Berlin Restaurant Baret
Schloßplatz
10178 Berlin
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Siegessäule

In the heart of Tiergarten Park, the Siegessäule (Victory Column) with its golden statue is one of the city’s must-see sights – complete with panoramic views!
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Siegessäule
Grosser Stern 1
10785 Berlin Siegessäule
Grosser Stern 1
10785 Berlin