1-Day Family Friendly Itinerary: Exploring Berlin and Frankfurt

Day 1: Exploration and Culture

Berlin, Germany

8:00AM

Breakfast at House of Small Wonder

Kickstart your day with a delightful breakfast at House of Small Wonder, where you can enjoy house-made pastries and a unique Japanese-European fusion menu in a cozy, plant-filled atmosphere.
Located in Mitte, you can reach this spot via a short walk from major central attractions.
EUR15, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Brandenburg Gate

After breakfast, stroll to the iconic Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of Berlin's history, and take some family photos in front of this magnificent neoclassical monument.
A 15-minute walk from the restaurant, heading southwest.
Free, 30 minutes

10:15AM

Explore the Berlin Zoo

Next, head to the Berlin Zoo, one of the oldest and most renowned zoos in the world, where your family can discover a diverse collection of animals in an engaging environment.
Take the U-Bahn from Brandenburger Tor to Zoologischer Garten (around 10 minutes).
EUR15 per adult, EUR7.50 per child, 2.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Café am Neuen See

Enjoy a relaxing lunch at Café am Neuen See, located within the scenic Tiergarten, offering a range of local dishes and views of the serene lake.
You can walk from the zoo to the café in about 10 minutes.
EUR20, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Travel to Frankfurt

Prepare for your journey south to Frankfurt by heading to Berlin Hauptbahnhof and taking the high-speed ICE train.
The train station is easily accessible at a 10-minute walk from Café am Neuen See.
EUR50 per person, 4 hours
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Day 1: Cultural Insights

Frankfurt, Germany

6:30PM

Dinner at Apfelwein Wagner

Upon arrival in Frankfurt, enjoy a traditional dinner at Apfelwein Wagner, where you can savor typical Hessian dishes paired with local apple wine in a lively setting.
Take a short taxi ride or walk to the restaurant from the train station.
EUR25, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Explore Römerberg

Wrap up your family day by visiting Römerberg, the picturesque heart of Frankfurt, with its charming half-timbered houses, where you can take a leisurely evening walk and soak in the magical ambiance.
It’s a pleasant 15-minute walk from the restaurant to Römerberg.
Free, 1 hour

9:00PM

Return to hotel and relax

After a long day of exploration, return to your hotel to unwind and reflect on the memorable experiences you shared as a family.
Depending on your hotel location, walk or take public transport back.
Varies depending on hotel choice, Rest of the evening
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