Summer

Kreuzberg, right by the lock to the Landwehrkanal: Birgit is a beer garden, open-air club, and fairground all in one. Relaxed during the day, at night dancing under the open sky until morning.

In Berlin's Charlottenburg Tiergarten, slightly hidden in the Landwehr Canal near the Charlottenburg Gate, a blue and white restaurant ship has been anchored since 1996. Capt'n Schillow combines classic Berlin cuisine with a maritime atmosphere, without appearing overly touristy.

Countless people visit the Field of Stelae near the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin daily. However, few Berliners and tourists know that there is also a free exhibition located beneath the Holocaust Memorial.

In the heart of Kreuzberg, Young Engineers Building Block Workshops transform the Berlin summer holidays into an engaging STEM adventure. Children aged 5 to 14 build real machine models with LEGO-compatible bricks, playfully learning physics, mechanics, and teamwork.

Located between Club der Visionäre, Badeschiff and Arena Treptow, you will find the BBQ area Schlesischer Busch - ideal location for a pre-party weekend BBQ.

High above Bebelplatz in Berlin-Mitte, the Hotel de Rome's Rooftop Terrace offers panoramic views of the Berlin Cathedral, TV Tower, and State Opera. This grand hotel, housed in the former headquarters of Dresdner Bank, combines a historic setting with summery lightness, stone oven pizza, and signature cocktails.

Located on the RAW grounds in Friedrichshain, the Cassiopeia Sommergarten is a beer garden, open-air dancefloor, and cultural venue all in one, where regulars and international visitors gather under string lights.

In the middle of the nice Volkspark Friedrichshain you will find a great splashing pool to have fun.

In the heart of Friedrichshain, the "Dragonland" playground awaits with an oversized wooden dragon that invites climbing, sliding, and balancing. An adventure world has been created here on approximately 1,470 m², where the dragon motif consistently runs through all play equipment.

In the courtyard of Haus Schwarzenberg, just a few steps from Hackescher Markt in Berlin-Mitte, an old brick-green courtyard transforms every summer into one of the city's most atmospheric open-air cinemas. The Open Air Kino Mitte shows arthouse films and modern classics under the open sky, where street art meets cinematic magic.

Located in the heart of Spandau, between Askanierring and Hohenzollernring, lies one of the district's most versatile playgrounds. Climbing, kicking, sliding, chilling: The playground at Falkenhagener Tor offers children of all ages true freedom to play and explore.

A bit off the beaten track but with the greenest grass in all of Berlin - that's the BBQ area of Berlin-Lichtenberg.

This summer pool near Steglitz's Insulaner will bring summer bathing fun to the entire family.

A former transport ship, moored in Tempelhof Harbor from May to September and re-launched as a restaurant ship. Grilled dishes, fresh beer, and a view of the Tempelhof harbor basin make this barge one of Berlin's most relaxed summer spots.

The beautiful Astor Film Lounge on Kurfürstendamm presents the 1963 film classic 'The Pink Panther' as its 2017 New Year's Eve Special.

Those who want to discover Berlin and Brandenburg from the water will find the perfect fleet in Niederlehme near Königs Wusterhausen: Nautilus Houseboat Charter rents modern designer houseboats, most of which are license-free, with panoramic glazing and a spacious terrace for up to six people.

Beach chairs, cocktails, and Spree views overlooking the Chancellery: Capital Beach on Ludwig-Erhard-Ufer in Berlin-Tiergarten is the city center's beach bar. No sand, but well-kept lawn directly by the water and one of the most central locations a beach bar can offer in this city.

Several bathing spots, a small historical bathing marina and truly idyllic recreational greens create a little paradise for swimmers on Straussee.

The Teehaus in the English Garden will resurrect its outside stage in summer 2018 with a series of concerts of the best in Soul, Swing, Blues and Hip Hop in the heart of Tiergarten!

In Berlin's Neukölln district, a 6,000 square meter playground awaits, evoking childhood memories: "Pippi's World" on Theodor-Loos-Weg takes little adventurers into the world of Pippi Longstocking, including Villa Villekulla, Taka-Tuka-Land, and water fun.

At AbenteuerPark Potsdam, you can experience plenty of action with 12 courses, 170 elements, and a 200-meter-long giant zip line. Get active at dizzying heights, whether you're a beginner or a pro, while enjoying the view over the treetops. If you're looking for action and nature, this is the right place.

A over 100-year-old Dutch two-masted ship, moored in the heart of Köpenick's old town, where the Dahme and Spree rivers meet: The restaurant ship arsVivendi combines maritime ambiance with a historic backdrop and is Berlin's most charming address for dining on the water.

A warm summer evening on Berlin-Kreuzberg's Admiralbrücke is for many Berliners and tourists alike the definition of romance of the big city - though residents might disagree.

For those who want to get out into nature when the weather is nice, without having to leave Berlin behind for hours, Dahlwitz-Hoppegarten is the perfect place. The Lucky Horse Ranch Mönchsheim on the eastern outskirts of the city offers genuine country life with horses, spaciousness, and a warmth not found in the city.

Sommerbad Kreuzberg is commonly called "Prinzenbad" and is located on the legendary subway line U1 in Kreuzberg's Prinzenstraße.