The best months to visit Berlin are May – Sep. 18–28°C, long daylight hours.
Quick facts
Currency EUR (Euro) 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR
Language German Excellent English widely spoken
Timezone CET (UTC+1) CEST (UTC+2) in summer
Best Months May – Sep 18–28°C, long daylight hours
Daily Budget ~$55–95 USD €50–85 budget–midrange
Visa Schengen Zone 90 days visa-free for most
When to go
A city that wears its scars openly, where Cold War history meets the world's most legendary nightlife and everything costs less than you expect.
Getting Around in Berlin
- BVG runs U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, and buses. Day ticket AB: €8.80. Single: €3.20. Weekly: €36.50. Buy at machines or the BVG app
- Berlin is huge, so public transport is essential. U-Bahn runs until ~12:30am weekdays, 24hr Fri/Sat (night buses fill gaps)
- Cycling is excellent: a flat city with bike lanes. Nextbike/Lime: €1 to unlock + €0.15/min. Bolt/Uber taxis also available
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Berlin travel guide.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1) (CEST (UTC+2) in summer)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
The best months to visit Berlin are May – Sep (18–28°C, long daylight hours), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Berlin budget breakdown.
