Please recommend a restaurant with German cuisine that is open on the 25th and the 26th.

Happy Holidays

What happened to the thirsty guy who loitered in the men's restroom at KitKat? I heard about this weird (but interesting) man who had a strange fetish. Is it true that he may have passed on?

Hi, ich suche Raucherbars oder Kneipen in Berlin. Am besten irgendwo wo auch Leute in meinem Alter (20-25) rumhängen. Wenn ihr auch Events kennt für den 26.12 oder 27.12 wäre sehr lieb

Hi everyone, I'm an international student doing bachelor's in Germany, and will be visiting Berlin a day or two before New Year's Eve, and staying till a day after New Year's Eve.

As Berliners or people familiar with the city, what would you recommend for a student visitor? Which places should I see, what experiences are a must, and what should I be careful about? Any tips are greatly appreciated.

Also, if anyone happens to be around before NYE or on New Year’s Eve and is up for a casual hangout or exploring together, feel free to DM me.

Thanks a lot in advance!

Going on a trip to berlin with my girlfriend in January first time visiting in the winter what can we do ?

Recommendations for new laptop backpack

Hello! I am in Berlin for a few days and my laptop backpack is falling apart. I generally carry my laptop and accessories, a compact camera, kindle and personal stuff. 

What high quality but not super expensive backpack do you recommend?

Thank you in advance

I’m going to be using train to travel in Berlin, which zone do I need to buy, going from airport to ostbahnhof, and ostbahnhof to the zoo?

Im coming to Berlin solo for 1 night in Jan, Im more than happy to send my day doing touristy things and going to museums, but I don’t really wanna spend my evening just drinking beer alone.

Are there any very social places I can go anyone would recommend where it wouldn’t be strange to say hey to randomers?

Im not staying in a hostel, which I know probably would’ve solved this issue if I were.

In Berlin for the next week, the colts game is on @ 10:25 pm tomorrow. Does anyone know where I can watch it? A bar maybe, or some restaurant open that late?

Hii! Very soon my friends and I are going to Berlin from December 20 to 24. We have already planned some days to get to the exhibitions that close for the winter and go around the sights of Berlin. But here the 23dec remains almost unfilled. Do you have any suggestions where we could go with friends in the «hidden gems» of this city? We are also big geeks and it would be cool if you told us about interesting shops or museums on this theme!

Hello! Looking for Sunday Catholic mass in English in Berlin! :) all my google searches come up with side ie: the AI google result assures me St. no Icarus has English mass on Sunday but all other info only shows Croatian and German masses Thanks!

I’m coming to berlin for new years week. Are there things i should know, places i shouldn’t go or places i should?

Do i have to buy tickets for clubbing that night in advance?

What is a good place to be? not to expensive but still fun.

Is it safe everywhere?

Thanks in advance🫶🏻✨

Hi guys! I’ll be in Berlin on Saturday morning (13th december) at 7 am and my return bus is on 2 pm on Sunday. I’ve been to Berlin before, also for a weekend and I’ve seen some landmarks already. This time I’d like to explore the city itself, go into some museums and shops and stroll around. It’s a solo trip. I’m looking for museum ideas for modern art and some 19th century art, if they have a student discount or any other kind of campaign, that’d be great. I’m also looking for cool/fun concept stores, the ones that even though you dont buy anything it’s super fun to visit them. If they are selling smiskis that’s a big plus heheh I’d love to visit a flohmarkt too, since I’ll be in the city very early and shops/museums dont open until 9-10. Open to suggestions!! Thanks a lot 🩷

Hi everyone,

We're spending two weeks in Berlin for Christmas and bringing along our 12-year-old daughter. We've already planned a few days at Templin NaturTherme, but I'm looking for suggestions on what else to do during our stay.

Any recommendations for family-friendly activities or must-see places? I'm open to anything! Thanks in advance!

Please excuse my use of google translate - I hope this doesn't sound too weird!!!

Hallo Nachbarn!

Wir kommen aus Amsterdam zu einem Radiohead-Konzert in der Uber Arena und planen gerade unsere Aktivitäten abseits des Konzerts. Ich persönlich LIEBE Berlins pulsierendes Underground-Nachtleben, aber da ich mit zwei Teenagern reise, fällt das dieses Mal leider weg. Ich hatte an Dark Matter gedacht, inklusive Winterlights (und Eislaufen). Es ist allerdings ziemlich teuer... Lohnt es sich?

Kreuzenberg ist übrigens einer meiner Lieblingsorte, also werden wir ihn erkunden. Wir wohnen in Mitte. Ich freue mich über eure Tipps! Die Teenager sind 15 und 16 Jahre alt.

Hey! We’re going to visit our friend in Berlin over New Year’s. He recently moved there, so I wanted to ask if you have any recommendations. Ideally, we’re looking for a place that’s both a restaurant and a bar, like a New Year’s event. :) If you also have any bar or pub recommendations, feel free to send them as well. Thanks!

Does anyone need an accommodation for their stay in Berlin? If so, feel free to contact me.

My apartment is 2 rooms flat in centre of Neukölln, between Boddinstraße and Rathaus Neukölln metro stations. And can accommodate up to 3-4 people, as my living room has a sofa-bed and well equipped. Available till February and also for short stays. ✨

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hi, i am turning 40 next week and decided to yolo and booked a flight from canada to berlin. when i was 22 i spent my summer there, fell in love w language/culture etc and had the greatest time, but of course my knowledge of berlin is pretty outdated. so far my plan is going to see berliner philharmoniker (first time, didn’t care for it when i was young..), and christmas markets (any you recommend in particular? trying to avoid commercial ones like the ones at home). i’m thinking of what else i should add to my list before i skip off to hamburg. i’ve done most of the usual tourist things and museums etc, is there a website that shows all the events going on in berlin on a particular day?

any restaurant/cafe recommendations?

cool bookstores? (i only recall Dussmann)

i’m staying near Friedrichstr. north of Spree. thanks for your help!

Hello. I'm going to Berlin on Friday, arriving very early in the morning and leaving very early the next day. So I haven't booked a hotel because I'll be heading to the airport in the middle of the night.

I would still like to rest for a few hours in the afternoon, without having to pay for a hotel, in a quiet place so that I'm not too tired in the evening.

I would prefer to avoid crowded places, especially at this time of year, as they quickly exhaust me.

Do you have any suggestions?

It could be a café that you find particularly relaxing or a pleasant outdoor spot where I can take a nap...

Will be arriving on the 20th and staying through to the 23rd, wondering if major shops will be closed on 21st Sunday?

Hello! Quick question for Berliners! I need to be at the Uber arena for 8.30pm. A flight lands at 7.10pm at terminal 2, and I will have hand luggage only. I’m assuming it’ll need a little bus to the terminal as it’s Ryanair.

How likely is it (assuming that the flight lands on time obviously) that I will get off the plane, into the terminal, into a taxi and get to the Uber arena in time for 8.30? ChatGPT and google maps say it is possible.

I’m going to Berlin between December 25 to December 30 and want to go to a rave. I need recommendations!! Either an event or something local.

I only know about Berghain but I guess it’s quite impossible to get in there…

Any trace/techno club recommendation is also appreciated 🙏

Hi! I'm going to berlin, possibly alone, for NYE, to see Volpe at Primal Instinct. Wondering if someobdy reads this and think hell yeah let's meet up.

Any suggestions around the technoclubbing area (lomuhleninsel, rudolfkiez?) for food, vintage clothing and bars are very welcome too!

Or if you also are by yourself, I wouldn't mind sharing a two bedroom BnB/hotel - it's cheaper

Hi! Me and my boyfriend are visiting Berlin for the weekend, and we would love to watch the final formula 1 race in Abu Dhabi. However, we are struggling to locate a bar of another type of spot to watch the race. I would love to get some tips or recommendations! Thanks!

Hi!

I'm visiting Berlin in some time and my main reason is to see/experience as many van Gogh's related locations as possible. I'd be very grateful if someone were able to add to the list below of what's there to see. :) I'm interested in any form of reference to him and his life, like bars, murals, graffiti, museum collections etc... except the infamous "Immersive exhibition". Thanks in advance. ;)

1. Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (if somone's interested I have this list with the pictures, Reddit doesn't allow images here)

Le Moulin de la Galette, Bild, 1886
Felder mit Getreidebündeln, Zeichnung, Herstellung: Mitte Juli 1888
Straßenarbeiter bei der Aushebung eines Treppenschachtes, Zeichnung, Herstellung: 1882/1883
Kornfeld mit Mäher, Zeichnung, Herstellung: 1889
Ernte in der Provence (für Émile Bernard), Zeichnung, Herstellung: Mitte Juli 1888
Brandung, Zeichnung, Herstellung: 1888
L'homme à la pipe. Bildnis des Dr. Gachet, Druck, 1890
Olivenbäume vor dem Alpillen-Gebirge, Zeichnung, 1889

1. Van Gogh bar - Grolmanstraße 41-43, 10623 Berlin

I have lacked amusement in bigger cities like munich and Stuttgart. I believe berlin being a megacity has more to offer. Me and my friend are visiting berlin from the 25th till the 29th of berlin. What are some places that you recommend seeing that don't get spoken off. Like the actual berlin experience. Restuarant recommendations, spots to visit, cafes, etc.. (aside from christmas markets)

Note: I would appreciate it if you could provide places open on the 25th as its going to be closed mostly around the city. Thank you

Hi, I'm from New Zealand and will be visiting Berlin next year.

We used to have a hot pretzel store here that sold salted caramel filled pretzels, however it shut down years ago. I have been craving these specific pretzels ever since.

After a quick look at the top pretzel places in Berlin, I can not find any caramel filled pretzels. Is anyone aware of a place that sells such pretzels?

Hello! I'll be in Berlin for a few weeks soon and would love recommendations for great specialty coffee. Any must-visit cafés, roasters with cupping bars or places to buy beans. I'm staying in Prenzlauer Berg but I will be moving around a lot. Thank you!

Hansaviertel noise levels

Hello!

I'm moving back to Berlin with my family (partner and 2 small kids) and we got a pretty good chance at a flat in hansaviertel (specifically the alvar alto Haus).

We don't know about the area much but we do know Moabit and also google street view helps 😃

However, with the sbahn and the altonastr close by, does anyone who lives or have lived/been there could give some info about how loud it is, both outside or inside the house? My partner needs relative calm to sleep sleep so wondering how that feels.

Any other top of mind about the area is welcome, I also read related posts about it.

Thanks!

What are some nice local bands / venues? I’m interested in DIY / punk type places and bands

Hello!

I’m curious to find if there are places where people from different ages (including 37+) can play and learn different sports.

I always wanted to try and learn Volleyball / Table Tennis / etc, but as I’m way outside of the age of properly playing it at a club, I was wondering if Berlin has places for people like me that want to learn and have some fun with the sport.

Cheers!

Hi everyone! We’re two 25-year-old travelers on a short FlixBus layover in mid-December. We arrive around 7:00 AM and leave again at 12:30 PM, so that gives us roughly 4 hours to get a small taste of Berlin. We were thinking of dropping our backpacks in a locker at the ZOB. After that, we’ve put together a rough plan and we’d love to know if it seems realistic for a winter morning.

What we’d like to see (not expecting to do everything): * Brandenburg Gate (early morning feels like a peaceful time) * Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe * Possibly a Berlin Wall–related spot if it fits naturally into the route * Maybe a quick look at an esoteric/spiritual shop, if there’s something easy to reach * A good vegetarian-friendly bakery for breakfast and a budget takeaway place to grab something for the bus ride or a place to eat something before

What we’re looking for: We’re not after a detailed itinerary — just general feedback from people who know Berlin: * Does this plan sound manageable in about 4 hours? * Is there one Berlin Wall location that makes the most sense given the time? * Any suggestions for a nice meaningful morning walk connecting these spots? Like hidden gems or not so touristy places * Any suggestions about a good typical bakery?

We know time is tight, so our goal is simply a calm morning walk, something good to eat, and a little moment to connect with the city and its rich history.

Thanks so much to anyone willing to share a bit of local insight! ✨

What’s the best way to get around the city in late Decembe/early January? Are there buses or a metro system, and can I take them from the airport (Brandenburg) ?

Hi everyone, I’m coming to Berlin next week and I wanted to know which techno clubs are truly incredible. After doing some research, it seems like the most famous clubs don’t really play hard, intense hardtechno. Are there any exceptions? Thanks a lot for your help. Max

I am visiting Berlin soon to see a guy I am dating! He mentioned ge likes to collect watches, I want to give him a nice watch for his collection! Any suggestions? What brand would he like?

I’m looking for cafés in Berlin where smoking is allowed indoors. Not bars or shisha places — ideally actual cafés where you can sit, drink coffee, and smoke.

Berlin’s smoking laws make it hard to figure out which places actually allow it, so I’d love recommendations for anywhere with a proper smoking room or special permission.

If you know any spots where you personally go to smoke and chill with a coffee, please share. Thanks!

ES

Hola, buenos días a todos. He conseguido trabajo en Berlín y ahora estoy informándome sobre el tema de los alquileres. Me gustaría saber cuál es el precio aproximado en la zona sur, especialmente en los barrios cercanos a Tempelhofer Feld, y qué áreas recomendáis.
Si alguno de vosotros tiene experiencia viviendo por allí o conoce algún piso que vaya a quedar disponible para entrar en enero, agradecería muchísimo cualquier información, consejo o recomendación.
Muchas gracias de antemano por vuestra ayuda.

EN

Hello, good morning everyone. I’ve recently found a job in Berlin and I’m currently looking into rental options. I would love to know the approximate rental prices in the southern area, especially in the neighborhoods around Tempelhofer Feld, and which areas you would recommend.
If any of you has experience living there or knows of an apartment that might become available for January, I would greatly appreciate any information, tips, or recommendations you can share.
Thank you very much in advance for your help.

GR

Hallo, guten Morgen zusammen. Ich habe vor Kurzem eine Arbeitsstelle in Berlin bekommen und informiere mich jetzt über Mietmöglichkeiten. Ich würde gern wissen, wie die ungefähren Mietpreise im Süden sind, besonders in den Vierteln rund um das Tempelhofer Feld, und welche Gegenden ihr empfehlen könnt.
Falls jemand von euch dort Erfahrung hat oder eine Wohnung kennt, die ab Januar frei wird, wäre ich euch sehr dankbar für jede Information, jeden Tipp oder jede Empfehlung.
Vielen Dank im Voraus für eure Unterstützung.

P.D. No se Alemán, asique perdón de antemano si la traducción de Google no es muy buena.

Moving from a Swiss village to Berlin — does it make sense?

Hi everyone — my family (me, partner, and two teenagers) are considering a move from a small village in Switzerland to Berlin. I already have a job offer there. Looking for honest perspectives on whether this makes sense for a family with teens.

A few details:
- Coming from a quiet, rural Swiss village.
- We want better cultural/education opportunities and more space to grow.
- Two teenagers (mid teens) — important that they adjust socially and academically.
- My partner and the kids speak German.
- I have a job offer but still weighing the costs, schooling options, and overall lifestyle change.

Questions:
- How are schools for teenagers in Berlin (public vs. international vs. bilingual)?
- How easy is it for teens to make friends and integrate?
- How do family living costs compare to Switzerland (rent, healthcare, activities)?
- Any tips for neighborhoods good for families with teens?
- Anything you wish you’d known before making a similar move?

Thanks — would appreciate real experiences from families or teens who’ve made a similar move.

Hi everyone!

My husband and I are moving from Brazil to Berlin soon. He has German citizenship and speaks B1-level German, and I’ll come with a family reunion visa.

My plan is to start with the integration course and then look for a UX internship. I’ve already taken some UX courses in Brazil, but I’m not enrolled in a university right now. In Brazil, most internships require you to be a student, is it the same in Germany, or is it possible to get a UX internship based only on courses and a portfolio?

My husband is also a junior designer and will be looking for work.

We’ve been checking Spotahome and Wunderflats for temporary rentals — has anyone used them recently? Any advice or other suggestions?

Would love to hear any tips from people who also started their life in Berlin without a job lined up — what helped you the most in the beginning? 💛

Thanks a lot in advance!

Hallo,
ich möchte nächstes Jahr Ende März mit ca. 10-15 Jugendlichen Abends in Berlin etwas Kulturprogramm machen. Habt ihr Vorschläge für Veranstaltungen? Bisher stehen der Mad Monkey Room und der Lachkater auf meiner Liste.
Eigentlich hätte ich gerne noch eine Streetart Tour im Programm oder etwas ähnliches in Richtung Subkultur. Konzerte fallen leider wegen der erschwerten Aufsicht raus.

Danke euch schonmal.

Hey everyone! I’m planning a night out in Berlin with some friends and we’re thinking about going to Tipsy Bear. We mostly just want to dance in drag, have fun, and stay out way too late. 😄

I’ve heard different things about the place, including that it can sometimes get a bit kinky or wild. Nothing wrong with that at all, I’m just curious what the usual vibe is. Is it mostly a friendly queer bar with dancing, or does it ever get more… adventurous? Just want to know what to expect so we’re prepared, haha.

Thanks in advance! 🌈💃🦄

Sickingenstraße , 10553 Berlin – Erfahrungen mit der Gegend und mit Habyt?Hallo zusammen,

ich möchte gerne fragen, ob jemand in der Nähe der Sickingenstraße (10553 Berlin) wohnt oder früher dort gewohnt hat.

Ich überlege, ein Zimmer über Habyt dort zu mieten, habe aber noch ein paar Fragen und hoffe auf ehrliche Erfahrungen:

1. Hat jemand schon über Habyt gemietet? Wie sind eure Erfahrungen? Ist die Firma zuverlässig oder gibt es Probleme (z. B. bei Kaution, Reparaturen, Kommunikation usw.)?
2. Wie sicher ist die Gegend rund um Sickingenstraße? Gibt es in der Umgebung häufiger:
   • Diebstähle / Einbrüche?
   • Überfälle oder gefährliche Situationen?
   • Allgemein ein unsicheres Gefühl am Abend?

Ich bin neu in Berlin und möchte nur sicherstellen, dass ich in eine halbwegs vernünftige Gegend ziehe und keine bösen Überraschungen erlebe.

Vielen Dank im Voraus für jede Rückmeldung oder Erfahrung!

Hello - we are coming to Germany to visit our daughter who is studying in Berlin this semester. I will be getting my fill of Bavarian food first, then we are finifhing in Berlin. As someone who remembers the wall coming down (watching it on TV), I have a small fascination with East Berlin (last time I was in Germany, communism was still very prevalent). I would really like to try some traditional (East) Berlin food if any restaurants still remain.

Any suggestions on places or dishes to try?

Hi everyone! My girlfriend and I are traveling to Copenhagen and then Berlin (from India), and our trip lines up perfectly with Radiohead’s Europe tour. We don’t have tickets yet for either city’s show, but any leads for Berlin would be really appreciated.

We’re super excited about visiting a new city anyway, but getting to see Radiohead live would be a dream come true!

If you have any extra tickets, know someone who does, or have any guidance on where to look, please feel free to DM me.Thank you so much in advance! 😊

I'm planning my 2026 [https://www.superbooth.com/en/](Superbooth) visit at FEZ, I'll probably stay a week.

In 2024 I stayed near Ostbahnhof / Eastside Gallery which was shit.

In 2025 I stayed between Ostkreuz / Boxhagener Platz which was definitely good and not as anonymous as Eastside Gallery. Being near Ostkreuz also allowed me to explore a lot of Berlin and still being "close" to FEZ/Wuhlheide.

Do you have some other tips for places that have a somewhat decent connection to Wuhlheide and the rest of Berlin while having walkable Restaurants etc. nearby?

Hi guys, hopefully someone can advise. I'm visiting next week for a few days and looking for a 24 hours gym I can get a day pass for. Ideally which uses a code (like Puregym in the UK), so I can go in the middle of the night without having to have staff present. I'm staying in Friedrichshain but I don't mind travelling further. Thanks!

Nachdem ich die Reddit Community bereits nach der Frage Bonn oder Berlin gefragt habe, ist die Entscheidung nun gefallen. War sie schon vorher, ich musste es mir nur irgendwie eingestehen. Ich werde nach Berlin ziehen 2026.

Nun habe ich natürlich Fragen, Fragen welche mir vielleicht Berliner zugezogene beantworten können. Oder Leute welche bereits in eine andere Großstadt gezogen sind, mit einer weiten Distanz zwischen neuem und altem Wohnort.

Arbeit und Wohnen sind die wichtigsten Punkte welche ich beantwortet haben muss. Ich habe mir mehrere Option überlegt.:

• Ein WG-Zimmer finden und mir eine Stelle von leichter Tätigkeit suchen. Bin ein großer Fan von Cafés. Liebe Kaffee als Hobby. Habe Erfahrung in der Gastro. Kann mir sehr gut vorstellen als Start in einem Café zu arbeiten. Wenn man dann erstmal vor Ort ist, würde ich mich weiter nach Jobmöglichkeiten umsehen und die WG für eine Wohnung verlassen.

• Von meinem jetzigen Standort aus eine Stelle in meinem erlernten Beruf finden. Wenn eine Arbeitsstelle gefunden wurde, vorübergehend in Airbnb´s wohnen bis man eine Wohnung hat.

Punkt 1 gefällt mir besser. Man lernt ggf. Menschen über eine WG kennen, lernt die Menschen und die Stadt durch die Arbeit kennen. Irgendwie ist es gedanklich ein „soft“ Start.

Bedenken muss man natürlich das ich aktuell in meiner Wohnung eine 3 Monatige Kündigungsfrist habe, sowie 1 Monat bei meinem Arbeitgeber.

Jetzt zu euch. Hat jemand Erfahrung mit einem solchen Umzug. Arbeit sowie Jobwechsel in einer entfernten Stadt. Eine Planung von hier ist schwer. Fahrzeit sind ca. 6-7 Stunden.

Danke.

Hi Were visiting Berlin from Switzerland and enjoying it very much! Today is the Game Switerland-Sweden and we want to watch it with our fellow Swiss People. Now the Question. Somebody know a Swiss Bar to watch to watch the Footballgame tonight? Thanks for dour Help!

Do I need to validate a ticket bought on the BVG app? If so how is this done? I have only bought paper tickets in the past.

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