Mitte

Sand, palm trees, and cocktails, less than 50 meters from Checkpoint Charlie: Charlie's Beach in Berlin-Mitte is the beach bar that brings history and summer vibes together on 1,500 square meters. Where once the Wall stood, today tourists and Berliners dip their toes in the sand.

Opposite the Volksbühne at Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz in Mitte lies the Volksbar: a cozy bar with living room charm, dimmed lights, and inviting sofas. On Socialmatch evenings, games are played here instead of swiping.

Sportsbar Tor 133 on Torstraße in Berlin-Mitte is a classic, no-frills football pub: Bundesliga and Champions League on numerous screens, ice-cold beer at fair prices, and a mix of regulars, locals, and sports fans from all over the world.

West African street food in the heart of Potsdamer Platz: Afropot brings the flavors of Ghana to Tiergarten, with homemade classics like Waakye, Jollof Rice, and Puff Puff.

Fine drinks and regional delicacies from Taudtmann Feinkost make many a woman's heart beat faster.