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Berlin Bound: A Journey Through History and Culture

pakize karaoglu

pakize karaoglu

28 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Berlin, where history and culture collide. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the city's vibrant atmosphere, and indulge in its rich heritage. Join me as I explore the Brandenburg Gate, uncover the secrets of Checkpoint Charlie, marvel at the KaDeWe - Kaufhaus des Westens, pay homage at the Berlin Wall Memorial, admire the grandeur of the Berlin Cathedral, get lost in the vibrant East Side Gallery, and delve into the wonders of the Pergamonmuseum. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Day 1Unveiling Berlin's Historic Treasures
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$76

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$ 39

Holiday Inn Express Berlin - Alexanderplatz, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Brandenburg Gate
Restored 18th-century gate & landmark with 12 Doric columns topped by a classical goddess statue.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
6 - 8 min

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Checkpoint Charlie
Landmark boundary marking east & west Berlin with a white sentry guard house & cobbled border line.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
$76
Day 2Retail Therapy and Remembrance
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$0

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$ 39

Holiday Inn Express Berlin - Alexanderplatz, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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KaDeWe - Kaufhaus des Westens
Vast department store, opened in 1907, with beauty products, gourmet food, fashion & home goods.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Berlin Wall Memorial
Commemorative stretch of the historic divide with a preserved section of original wall & memorial.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 3Divine Beauty at Berlin Cathedral
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$45

Holiday Inn Express Berlin - Alexanderplatz, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Berlin Cathedral
Majestic 1800s cathedral with an organ with 7,269 pipes, plus royal tombs & a dome for city views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$45
Day 4Artistic Expression at the East Side Gallery and Pergamonmuseum
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$70

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$ 39

Holiday Inn Express Berlin - Alexanderplatz, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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East Side Gallery
Conserved graffiti project by 118 artists covering part of the Berlin Wall & celebrating its demise.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Pergamonmuseum
Museum complex housing ancient Roman & Greek art collections, plus Babylonian & Persian antiquities.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$70

Budget breakdown: $308 In total

Activities & Food:$191
Transport:$117