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Berlin, Germany’s vibrant capital, sits in the country’s northeast, blending dynamic urban life with lush parks and rivers. The city’s rich history—marked by grand Prussian palaces, poignant World War II sites, and the Berlin Wall—creates a unique backdrop for exploration.
In late May, Berlin welcomes spring with mild temperatures (15–22°C) and blooming gardens, perfect for a romantic getaway. Stroll hand-in-hand through the picturesque Tiergarten or share a riverside picnic along the Spree. End your day at a cozy café in Prenzlauer Berg or with sunset views from the iconic TV Tower, all within an average budget.
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Travel StyleRomantic getaway
Dates20-23 May 2026
BudgetAverage budget
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Location
Northeastern Germany
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Religion
Christianity (Protestant, Catholic), non-religious
Population
3,669,491
Language
German (main), English widely spoken
Electricity
230V, 50Hz, Type C & F plugs
Time zone
UTCCET/CEST (UTC+1)
Country code
+49
Internet access
High-speed broadband, widespread 4G/5G, moderate cost
Climate
Temperate, moderate summers/winters, some rain
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Berlin is easy to access, with international flights arriving at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), which connects well to the city by train or taxi. For a romantic experience on a budget, consider train travel—Germany’s high-speed ICE trains link Berlin to cities like Paris, Prague, and Amsterdam in comfort and style.
Long-distance buses offer another affordable option from many European cities, though less private. River cruises and boats rarely serve as entry points but may appeal as a romantic activity once in Berlin. In late May, weather can be mild and pleasant, with no significant transport disruptions typically expected, making travel smooth during your stay.
Berlin has a temperate seasonal climate, with mild summers and chilly winters. From late spring to early fall, outdoor cafes bloom, parks thrive, and cultural events fill the city. Winters, while cold, rarely bring heavy snow, making city sightseeing and museum visits appealing year-round.
Between May 20 and May 23, Berlin typically enjoys mild, pleasant weather—expect daytime highs around 17–21°C (63–70°F) with cool evenings. Occasional brief rain showers may occur, but extreme weather is rare. This is a popular time for outdoor festivals, biking tours, and open-air gastronomy, so it’s ideal for exploring Berlin’s vibrant culture and green spaces.
Berlin’s food scene is vibrant, blending traditional tastes like currywurst, schnitzel, and pretzels with innovative global cuisine. Don’t miss trying local beers or a glass of Riesling, and be sure to sample a slice of Berliner Pfannkuchen—a popular jelly-filled pastry.
For a romantic meal, reserve a table at Neni for rooftop city views and modern Mediterranean dishes, or dine by candlelight at the cozy, vintage Clärchens Ballhaus. Posh cafés like Five Elephant offer superb pastries and coffee, while Monkey Bar is perfect for cocktails with panoramic sunsets.
Tipping is appreciated—round up the bill or add around 5–10%. Berlin caters well to vegetarians and vegans, and farmers’ markets make for charming seasonal strolls. Reservations are advised for popular spots, especially on weekends.

Bratwurst
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For a romantic getaway in Berlin, consider staying in Mitte, Prenzlauer Berg, or Charlottenburg—charming neighborhoods with great dining and easy access to sights. The Michelberger Hotel and Hotel Am Steinplatz offer stylish settings and excellent service; both are highly rated for couples. For more privacy, contemporary Berlin apartments or boutique houses are also available, especially in lively Prenzlauer Berg.
Book your accommodation through Hotels.com for the best selection and flexible options. Demand tends to rise in late May, so book promptly for May 20–23 to secure your preferred stay. Always check for special deals on apartment rentals or hotels, and consider requesting a room with a balcony or city view for added romance.
Delight in Berlin's iconic landmarks and scenic neighborhoods while soaking in the city's unique blend of history, romance, and modern vibrancy.
Begin your romantic getaway by marveling at the iconic Brandenburg Gate, a stunning symbol of Berlin's history. Visit in the evening for fewer crowds and magical golden light—perfect for couple photos.
Relax together in Berlin's beloved Tiergarten. Bring along some snacks or cafe treats, admire flower gardens, and watch the city bustle from a serene green space. Ideal for a romantic pause between exploring.
Wander hand in hand through the UNESCO-listed Museum Island, exploring art, antiquities, and Berlin's creative spirit. Choose a museum that piques your interest for a cultural adventure together.

Rickshaw Tours Berlin - Groups of up to 16 people with several rickshaws
Experience Berlin's historical highlights on a fascinating rickshaw tour berlin as we guide you through the city's magnificent streets and squares. From the imposing buildings of the Brandenburg Gate to the majestic remains of the Berlin Wall - discover the captivating history of Berlin comfortably with our rickshaw sightseeing and eco-friendly tours. Experience the capital on our berlin bike tours – ideal for celebrations or events, such as a bachelorette party. We offer the right solution for all occasions. Discover Berlin's artistic side with our insider tour berlin, which leads to the best street art spots. Our eco-friendly tours offer a variety of experiences, including specially guided street art tours. Our city tour berlin shows exciting, lesser-known places and offers insights into history and culture.

Historic Pubs of Berlin & Berlin Beer Tour
Historic Pubs of Berlin & Berlin Beer Tour Historic Beer and History tour of Berlin, taking around 4 hours. Guests will be led through some of the oldest and most historic parts of the city, starting from the 13th century mediaeval city right up until the fall of the Berlin wall and German reunification. Along the way, guests will get to sample some local beers in historic locations while learning about the development and history of the oldest part of the city. Historic Berlin Stroll through the Berlin old town, beer in hand, and discover some of the oldest and most historic pubs, streets and squares in the city. One of a kind Tour This tour could be marketed as an “off the beaten track” or “alternative” tour for people who like beer, the history of beer, medieval history and local history away from all the big tourist destinations.
From $83 USD

PRIVATE BEHIND THE BERLIN WALL and COLD WAR BERLIN TOUR
Walk the Line: Explore Berlin’s Divided Past on the Ultimate Berlin Wall Tour. Join an expert guide on a private walking tour through the pivotal sites of Cold War Berlin and the Berlin Wall. Discover the when, why, and how of the Wall’s construction while visiting key sights. Step into the shadows of the Iron Curtain and relive one of the most dramatic chapters of the 20th century. On this immersive walking tour, you’ll journey along the former “death strip,” uncovering the gripping stories, high-stakes escapes, and everyday realities of life in a city cut in two. Led by one of our expert local historians, you’ll explore: The Berlin Wall Memorial – the most authentic and haunting section of the Wall, with preserved watchtowers and the reconstructed death strip. Checkpoint Charlie – the infamous Cold War checkpoint. The former East German Ministry District A surviving BT Watchtower – one of the last of its kind Potsdamer Platz – a symbol of rebirth Much Much More!
From $175 USD

Berlin Photoshoot A Private Photoshoot with Berlins Top Sights
Capture your memories in high quality with a series of awe-inspiring photos from this fantastic City. Way better than standard selfies! Our professional photographers will guide you through the streets, capturing you at your best and all the while giving you direction, guidance and advice on positions and poses. You'll get some handy recommendations from our local experts and learn some of the history from this amazing place. Within 48 hours you'll receive your professionally edited photos direct to your own personal account. Take home a superb, personal souvenir from your time in the German Capital City!
From $59 USD

Berlin Battlefield Tour - Operation Berlin 1945 (Small Group)
Do you feel the call of history beckoning you to step into the shoes of history's great military commanders? With Berlin’s only World War II tour specialists, you'll be transported back in time right to the heart of the battle. Hear the roar of the feared MG42. The hiss and snap of artillery as our expert guides unravel the intricate tales of strategy, bravery, and sacrifice, offering you an immersive experience like no other. You won’t just know history; you'll feel it. Tour Highlights: - The Moltke Bridge: A strategically vital bridge - Konigplatz - The Assault: Relive the intense battle - The Reichstag: The primary objective of the war for the Soviets. - Wiedendammer Bridge: Hear the tales of desperation, hope, and carnage. Learning Outcomes: - You will learn military strategy - You will gain insights into the decisions made by Soviet and German commanders - You will understand the human side of the war - You will feel a deeper connection to history
From $54 USD

MegaPass Berlin Top Attractions, Berlin Island & City Discovery
Choose between 3 different passes and save up to 35%! The Berlin MegaPass includes essentials: hop-on hop-off bus, river cruise, and Berlin’s top highlights. The difference is how many additional experiences are included: Classic Pass → Choose 1 additional attraction Premium Pass → Choose 2 additional attractions Deluxe Pass → Choose 3 additional attractions All passes are valid for 7 days, giving you freedom to explore at your own pace. Included in all 3 Pass variations: ✓ 24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus ✓ 1-Hour Sightseeing River Cruise ✓ 8 Audio Guides ✓ 1 GB Internet Data (eSIM) Additional Attractions (choose based on your pass): ✓ Museum Island Ticket ✓ Illuseum Berlin Ticket ✓ Panoramapunkt Berlin Ticket ✓ Berlin Dungeon Ticket ✓ Madame Tussauds Ticket ✓ 2.5-Hour East-Side-Tour Sightseeing Cruise in East Berlin ✓ Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Guided Tour ✓ The Streets Of Cold War And East Berlin Half-Day Walking Tour ✓ 4-Hour Guided Walking Tour to Potsdam
From $119 USD

BERLIN PHOTO TOUR with a professional Photographer from Berlin
Everybody takes photos nowadays, especially while traveling. But there's a distinct difference between snapping a quick shot of a landmark and carefully crafting a photograph. The goal of this photowalk through the center of Berlin is to provide you with the photographic skill set to capture some of Berlin's most iconic landmarks in the best light. The blue hour is when a city is most photogenic. It's the time of day when natural and artificial light are equally bright and complement each other perfectly. Did you ever wonder how to capture those cool light-trails or how to get a shot of a famous landmark without any people in it? Well, I will happily share all of the tips and tricks I use myself to capture cityscapes during the blue hour. This way you will not only end up with some stunning shots for your social media, but also with the knowledge to make your next city trip a photographic success, too.
From $131 USD

Berlin Night Tours - Romantic Night & Evening Tours Berlin
When the day in the capital draws to a close, not only does the hustle and bustle in the lively metropolis give way, the city also shines in a special light. Let this special atmosphere affect you during the rickshaw ride and discover the most important sights in a relaxed manner. During the journey, you will not only pass highlights such as the Berlin City Palace, the Brandenburg Gate, which is beautifully illuminated in the evening, and the futuristic Potsdamer Platz, you will also learn about the diverse stories surrounding the city's hot spots. Experience the former border crossing Checkpoint Charlie and be impressed by the remains of the Berlin Wall. Or how about an evening stroll through Kreuzberg? Late at night, this exciting multicultural quarter really comes to life. Stroll through the lively streets with their many bars, restaurants and shops on this special Berlin night tour.
From $107 USD

Berlin: Private Bike Tour of the Berlin Wall and Third Reich
From the “Führerbunker” to the Berlin Wall – On the Trail of a Divided City. Start your tour in Nikolaiviertel, five minutes from the TV Tower. Choose your bike and set off on a 15-kilometer journey filled with fascinating facts and little-known stories about Nazi-era and Cold War sites. Follow the traces of the 20th century to landmarks like the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Straße, original East German watchtowers, and the areas planned for the Nazis’ unrealized dream city, “Germania.” Your guide leads you through hidden corners, quiet streets, and scenic paths, bringing history vividly to life. Experience what life was like in the once-divided city. Discover why Hitler’s bunker (“Führerbunker”) is no longer accessible and explore the former Berlin Wall’s route, including ghost stations and underground bunkers. Would you like a private tour? Call +49 (0)30 2870 4492 to arrange your personal starting time, tailor the route to your wishes, and enjoy a fully private experience.
From $108 USD

Individual City Tour - Rickshaw Sightseeing in Berlin
For over 10 years I have been offering completely individual city tours in Berlin. My mission is to summarise the complexity of the capital with different and fascinating perspectives. With me you get impressions about the development of the city: from its foundation, through the Kingdom of Prussia, the Nazi era, the GDR to the modern Berlin of today. Whether a journey through history, a relaxed drive through the green Berlin (Tiergarten, Park Gleisdreieck, etc.) or capturing many beautiful photo motifs in well-known and hidden places. Everything is possible! This is an individual tour. The route can be personalised as desired. This tour is also available for bigger groups (2 adults and 1 child per cab). The guided tour can be in German, English, Italian, Spanish or French. It is possible to order drinks separately.
From $53 USD

Berlin-Prague One-Way Sightseeing Day Tour
Visit Dresden Old Town, Elbe sandstone rocks, and Moritzburg Palace on your way from Prague to Berlin. Join our fun and easy-going road trip from Berlin to Prague through the picturesque town of Moritzburg, the magnificent city of Dresden, and discover the hidden gems of Saxon Switzerland National Park. We’ll bring you to places you’d never be able to visit in one day and help you discover the two countries in the best possible way. Our knowledgeable local tour leaders take a small group, maximum of 8 people, for a fun-filled 10-hour road trip from Prague to Berlin. You will learn about the history, culture, and most importantly the people of both the Czech Republic and Germany.
From $343 USD

Private 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour in Berlin
Grab the opportunity and make the most out of your stay in Berlin by discovering the best this city has to offer in a fully customizable tour! At the desired time, an English-speaking professional driver will pick you up from your accommodation in a private vehicle ready to share the historical facts, information about the sights and immerse you into the German lifestyle. Admire the marvelous architecture of the Reichstag, the Berlin Cathedral and the impressive Brandenberg Gate. Get carried away by the magnitude of the Television Tower in Alexanderplatz and marvel at the exhibitions in the Museum Islands. The Holocaust Memorial, the Soviet War Memorial, and the famous Berlin Wall are sad reminders of the brutality of WW2. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective. At the end of the ride, your friendly driver will drop you off at your accommodation.
From $106 USD

E-scooter Sightseeing Tours in Berlin
The first and the only one E-Scooter Tour in Berlin. Come to us and enjoy Berlin on Scrooser. Incredible sightseeing Tour with professional Guides on machines, that will definitely impress you.
From $73 USD

Rickshaw Sightseeing City Tours Berlin - Rikscha Tours
Unfortunately, due to health reasons, I cannot lead tours or answer questions from the beginning of August until October 15. However, I will be actively available to you again from October 15th### ❤To reach sights of the capital easily and quickly and to get to know Berlin in a relaxed atmosphere. ❤Where should it go? To the opera, the Olympic Stadium or Hangover Blue? Do you want the club night “from dusk till dawn”, a Spree ride through the green, from the Tiergarten to the Maybachufer, or rather on the fastest way from the concert to the cozy bed? Leo-Rikscha offers stress-free rides with lots of fun, comfort and guarantees the best carbon footprint. When booking for multiple people with multiple rickshaws Search with this title ''Rikscha Tours Berlin - Groups up to 16 people with multiple rickshaws''
From $106 USD

Segway Sightseeing Tour Berlin
The Exclusive Segway Tour – is a trip, that we are definitely proud to present. Our best ideas are inside. Our guides are professionally prepared to teach you to drive Segway and are always ready to share with you the most interesting and exciting facts about the history of Berlin. You always have a possibility to choose one of several options, that we offer special for you. It’s an amazing way, how to spend time with your nearest, and enjoy the city at the same time.
From $77 USD

Rickshaw Sightseeing Tours Berlin - Highlights Berlin - Rickshaw city tour
100% eco rickshaw CO2 free City tour Berlin Leo Rickshaw Sightseeing Where should you go? To the opera, the Olympic Stadium or Kater Blau? Do you want the club night "from dusk till dawn", a Spree trip through the green, from the Tiergarten to Maybachufer, or would you prefer the quickest way from the concert to a cozy bed? Leo rickshaw offers stress-free trips with a lot of fun, comfort and guarantees the best CO2. Balance. Explore the exciting metropolis of Berlin on an individual tour in a comfortable e-rickshaw with a tour guide. Relax in the electrically assisted bicycle taxi and experience Berlin from a new perspective. Many construction sites, events and demonstrations hinder car traffic - your tricycle taxi, on the other hand, can get through almost anywhere, and still comfortably accommodate two adults and one child. Explore Berlin in a personal and individual way with your own city guide.
From $119 USD

Rickshaw Private Sightseeing City Tour Berlin
To reach sights of the capital easily and quickly and to get to know Berlin better in a relaxed atmosphere. Where do you want to go? To the opera, the Olympic Stadium or Hangover Blue? Do you want the club night “from dusk till dawn”, a Spree ride through the green, from the Tiergarten to the Maybachufer, or rather on the fastest way from the concert to the cozy bed? Leo-Rikscha offers stress-free rides with lots of fun, comfort and guarantees the best carbon footprint. Save time and see Berlin's top sights at a faster pace than a hike by taking a rickshaw adventure. Get a close-up of the sights and reach places you couldn't reach by bus. When booking for multiple people with multiple rickshaws Search with this title ''Rikscha Tours Berlin - Groups up to 16 people with multiple rickshaws''
From $106 USD

Private Half-Day Berlin Sightseeing Tour with a Minivan Including Short City Walks
On this comprehensive sightseeing tour you will see all highlights of the German capital. Enjoy a 3-hour tour with a local guide in a minivan with driver including stops and short walks at the main sites in former West and East Berlin. Experience the great boulevards of Berlin, like the Kurfürstendamm for shopping in the west and Unter den Linden with its historical buildings in the east. Discover the green capital of Germany in the Tiergarten park close to the modern Government District and the Reichstag parliament building. Explore the famous Brandenburg Gate and walk through the gate that was blocked for 28 years by the Berlin Wall. See remaining pieces of the Wall, take pictures at the famous Checkpoint Charlie and learn more about the Third Reich and the Cold War during a visit of original places.
From $295 USD
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