Why visit
Berlin is the least German German city. Museum Island UNESCO site, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, Tempelhof's converted airport-park, and Berghain's techno mythology.
How to use this result
Use it as a capital-city prompt
Berlin is useful when you want a city-level starting point in Germany. Check whether the capital is the best arrival city, a practical transfer point, or mainly a geography and planning reference.
Check practical trip fit
Before planning around Berlin, compare airport access, local transport, time zone, neighborhood choices, weather, safety guidance, and whether another city in Germany better matches the trip style.
Berlin at a glance
City population
3.9 million
Metro: 6.1 million
Elevation
34 m
112 ft
Time zone
UTC+1 (UTC+2 DST)
Europe/Berlin
Airport
BER
Berlin Brandenburg
Founded
13th century
Getting around
U-Bahn + S-Bahn + trams + buses (all on one ticket)
Signature dish
Currywurst, Döner kebab, Berliner (donut)
Neighborhoods for travelers
MitteKreuzbergPrenzlauer BergFriedrichshain
Germany at a glance
Country center
51.0°, 9.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
357,114 km²
137,882 mi²
Country population
83.3 million
233/km²
Subregion
Western Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+49
Language
German
Demonym
German
Internet
.de
UN
Member state
ISO code
DE / DEU
Where in the world
51.0° - 9.0°
Germany
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Did you know
- Berlin is nine times the size of Paris but with less than half the population.
- The Berlin Wall fell on November 9, 1989. 30+ km of it still stands as a memorial in the East Side Gallery.
- The city has 180+ museums and 440+ art galleries.
- Germany has over 1,500 different beers and nearly 1,300 breweries.
- Berlin is 9× the size of Paris by area, with a quarter of the population.
Bordering Germany
Traveler notes
- U-Bahn + S-Bahn is fast and thorough
- East Side Gallery stretches 1.3 km of the Wall
- Winter has shorter days but excellent Christmas markets
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Berlin
What currency is used in Berlin?
Berlin uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Germany?
The primary language is German.
What is the international calling code for Germany?
The calling code is +49.
What airport serves Berlin?
Berlin Brandenburg (IATA: BER).
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