4-Day Berlin Itinerary: July 6 - July 9, 2025

Day 1: Arrival & Initial Exploration (July 6)

Morning: Arrive at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) at 13:40. Take the Airport Express train (FEX) from the airport to Berlin Hauptbahnhof (approx. 30 min, €5.30). Then take U5 from Hauptbahnhof to Alexanderplatz (4 stops, ~6 min, €3) and transfer to U2 to Potsdamer Platz station, near Leonardo Royal Hotel (approx. 5 min). Check-in and freshen up.

Afternoon: Start exploring nearby Potsdamer Platz area, visit the Sony Center and the Berlin Philharmonie. Walk along the East Side Gallery to see the iconic open-air Berlin Wall murals.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at Vöner der vegetarische Döner (vegan kebabs near Warschauer Straße). Take a relaxed stroll along the Spree River and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

Day 2: Reichstag and Central Berlin (July 7)

Morning: Visit the Reichstag Building at 11:00 AM (pre-booked). Tour the dome and terrace for city views. Nearby, explore the Brandenburg Gate and Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe.

Afternoon: Walk or take bus 100 to Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom) on Museum Island. Visit the Cathedral and nearby Altes Museum or Neues Museum. Have a late lunch at Veganz in Mitte offering vegan meals and bakery items.

Evening: Visit the vibrant Hackescher Markt area for dinner at Kopps, known for upscale vegan dining. Enjoy the lively evening atmosphere and local bars.

Day 3: Stasi Museum & TV Tower (July 8)

Morning: Head to the Stasi Museum in Lichtenberg via S-Bahn S5 from Alexanderplatz (20 min, €3). Explore the Cold War history and Stasi headquarters.

Afternoon: Return to the center and visit the TV Tower (Fernsehturm) at Alexanderplatz. Enjoy panoramic views from the observation deck. Nearby, explore the Rotes Rathaus and Neptune Fountain.

Evening: Dinner at Yellow Sunshine (vegan fast food). Walk or take a tram around Alexanderplatz for evening sightseeing.

Day 4: Berlin Wall & Departure Prep (July 9)

Morning: Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial at Bernauer Strasse via U8 from Alexanderplatz (approx. 10 min). Walk the open-air exhibition and see the preserved wall segment and documentation center.

Afternoon: Explore nearby Wedding neighborhood with local markets and street art. Have lunch at Veganland near Gesundbrunnen station.

Evening: Return to hotel to pack and relax. Enjoy a final dinner at Lucky Leek, a renowned vegan restaurant in Mitte.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Airport to Hotel transport: 1 hour, ~€9
• Reichstag Building & surroundings: 3 hours, Free (advance registration)
• Berlin Cathedral & Museum Island: 3 hours, €18 (cathedral and museum tickets)
• Stasi Museum: 2 hours, €7
• TV Tower (Fernsehturm): 2 hours, €25
• Berlin Wall Memorial: 2 hours, Free
• Public transport (4 days Berlin welcome card): 4 days, approx. €44
• Meals (vegan restaurants estimated): Approx. €20 per meal × 10 meals = €200

Total estimated cost: ~€330

Tips

If you want to extend the trip, consider adding a day for day trips to Potsdam to see Sanssouci Palace or to Sachsenhausen concentration camp memorial. For a shorter visit, prioritize key landmarks like the Reichstag, Berlin Wall Memorial, and TV Tower while limiting museum visits to must-sees for your interests.