Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025
This 18th-century square in the heart of the central district of Mitte has an opera house, cathedral and a library and was once the site of a Nazi book-burning event.
A variety of exceptional opera productions are staged in the hallowed halls of this Prussian treasure, which has been rebuilt tree times during its 250-year tenure.
Explore the city center campus of this famous educational institution, which has nurtured some of the greatest minds in history.
Named for its ornate dome, this beautiful 18th-century tower within Mitte’s Gendarmenmarkt is a great place to see sweeping views across the city.
Learn about Germany’s compelling history through this vast collection, which takes an honest and unflinching look at this modern European nation.
Enjoy the old-world atmosphere of this elegant square, which is bordered by two cathedrals and a grand concert hall.
