Follow Katie in Berlin
This was my first time in Berlin and it certainly won’t be my last! Germany is a country rich with history and culture, and as someone who’s brain seems to actively repel historical facts, Berlin’s was so fascinating that I actually remembered some of it!
Berlin isn’t particularly known for its food, but if you know where to look even the snobbiest of eaters will be satisfied. Nightlife is, unsurprisingly, the jewel in this city’s crown, but with a strong social push for green initiatives, the natural world is also very present.
Watch our episode in Berlin and follow in our footsteps to see what all the hype is about! You can also check out our short video on figuring out the Berlin U Bahn at the start of the day.
Stop 1: Factory Girl
Vegan breakfast at Factory Girl, Berlin.
Where: Auguststraße 29c, 10119 Berlin, Germany
What: Vegetarian/vegan cafe in Berlin, with more locations around Western Europe.
Why: Berlin is the vegan capital of Europe, with 3.2% of the population being vegan as of 2020. The owners of this cafe has a strong focus on environmentally friendly food while fostering a community around them, running cooking classes and sharing their vibrant recipes.
Stop 2: DDR Museum
Get ready to learn and play at the DDR Museum.
Where: Vera Britain Ufer, Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 1, 10178 Berlin, Germany
What: An interactive and immersive museum showing how life was for the average citizen in the former East Berlin.
Why: This museum is highly educational and very fun. Suitable for adults and children alike, you can listen to covert government recordings, vote in the completely-above-board-and-not-at-all-rigged elections, and even step foot into an East Berlin apartment. Beware – rumour has it that this family has been bugged..
Stop 3: Burgermeister
Burgermeister’s toilet burgers are a must-try.
Where: U1 Schlesisches Tor, Oberbaumstraße 8, 10997 Berlin, Germany
What: A burger chain in Berlin originating from this defunct art deco toilet block.
Why: These are famous burgers around Berlin with a quirky, grungy, very Berlin-esque back story. Don’t worry – we're pretty sure the toilets are cleaned prior to cooking.
Stop 4: East Side Gallery
Stroll along the East Side Gallery and soak up the history.
Where: Mühlenstraße, 10243 Berlin, Germany
What: A permanent open-air gallery on the longest surviving section of the Berlin Wall.
Why: To see the lasting impact of the Berlin Wall on the political, cultural and artistic world of Germany.
Stop 5: Illuseum
Test your brain at the Illuseum, Berlin.
Where: U1 Schlesisches Tor, Oberbaumstraße 8, 10997 Berlin, Germany
What: Interactive museum of puzzles and optical illusions.
Why: In case Berlin hasn’t been enough of a mindf*ck for you yet.
Stop 6: KASCHK by BRLO
Enjoy the local brews and fight it out at KASCHK by BRLO.
Where: Linienstraße 40, 10119 Berlin, Germany
What: Cafe serving BRLO craft beer with shuffleboard down stairs.
Why: A fun way to pass time, drinking local craft beer and get competitive.
Stop 7: Max und Moritz
Traditional food meets dark German comedy at Max und Moritz.
Where: Oranienstraße 162, 10969 Berlin, Germany
What: Traditional German restaurant created in tribute to famous author Wilhelm Busch, who wrote the Max und Moritz stories.
Why: The restaurant is over 100 years old and retains beautiful original interiors while serving delicious local food and beer. The menu also showcases the darkly humorous Max und Moritz stories for you to guffaw at over your meal.
Rogue just edged Planned out in Berlin but it was a fantastic day nonetheless! Find out how you can enjoy Berlin without a plan here.
