Experience all of Berlin`s attractions with this up-to date, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Most holidaymakers want to have fun & feel relaxed from the moment they arrive at their holiday destination
- that`s what Marco Polo Guides are all about. Discover hotels, restaurants & trendy nightlife venues, as well as numerous tips for shopping, & find out about festivals & events, sports & other activities. Also contains: the Perfect Day, Travel Tips, Travel with Kids, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, German phrasebook & index. People have always been hooked on Berlin. A haven for various lifestyles & artistic movements, & the setting for momentous political & historical events, the city never stops reinventing itself. Despite its tumultuous past, today Berlin considers itself very much at the modern heart of Europe & is acknowledged as a trendsetter the world over. A practical, pocket-sized guide, Marco Polo Berlin takes you on a tour through its endlessly varied cultural landscape. The ` Where to Start` panels highlight the best places to begin sightseeing, the best places to shop, & the trendiest places to go in the evening in the metropolis that never closes. The Insider Tips explain how to take a ride in the U-Bahn Cabrio (open-top metro) & where to buy violet mustard, milk grappa, & garlic chocolates. The ` Best Of` pages highlight some unique aspects of Berlin, recommend places to go for free, & contain tips for rainy days & where you can relax & unwind. Panels in each chapter suggest things to do if you`re on a tight budget & where to pick up some real bargains. The City Walks include exploring the past in the Hackesche Hofe (courtyards) & strolling along the line of the now vanished Wall. The Dos & Don`ts explain why it’s best to steer clear of conjuring tricks, & the Travel Tips tell you why it`s best to put your money on the Welcome Card. Marco Polo Berlin provides comprehensive coverage of the city. To help you find your way around there`s a detailed street atlas inside, a useful public transport map in the back cover, plus a handy pull-out map. A must-have for all travellers, including those who haven`t bought a travel guide in the past