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Gasthaus "Zur Rippe"
At Gasthaus "Zur Rippe" you can eat genuine Berlin food in a comfortable atmosphere. The restaurant is located at Poststrasse 17, subway Alexanderplatz. Open daily from 11 a.m. onwards. To make a reservation, call: + (030) 242 42 48, to get more info visit www.berlinshop.de/Rippe.
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Trippen Designer Shoes
Check out Trippen shoe designers at Fountain Yard, Hackesche Hoefe. May be expensive. Rosenthaler Strasse 40-41, Mitte, S-Bahn: Hackescher Markt. Open: Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Deutsches Technikmuseum
The German Museum of Technology is located on Trebbiner Str. 9 in 10963 Berlin, near the Landwehrkanal. The closest subway stops are Gleisdreieck (U1/U15) or Moeckernbruecke (U7). It is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. during the week and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. The museum is closed on Mondays. For more information on current exhibits, call: + 030 - 902 54 0.
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Guided Berlin Sightseeing Tours
Guided Berlin sightseeing tours and city walks in English. Berlin city facts, pictures, history, events, travel tips and travel related links. This looks interesting. Find out more here:
http://www.Berlin-sightseeing-tours.de
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Hans-Juergen-Hillmann Groceries
This grocery store comes close to a deli: you can browse through a variety of cheeses from 6 countries, or buy specialties from the Black Forest region (Schwarzwaelder Schinken) and other German regions. This is a good store. Oranienstrasse 20 (subway Kottbusser Tor), open Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., phone: (030) 614 56 44.
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BikeCity
Bicycling is generally safe in Berlin, as there are lots of bicycle paths. Rent a bike at BikeCity, Waldenser Str. 2 - 4, Berlin Moabit, subway 9, stop Turmstrasse. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.. There are 9 other rental stations, too (inquire for details).
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Online restaurant guide
An online restaurant guide for Berlin with several search functions. Look for restaurants in individual districts, or for local, regional and international cuisine.
Buffalo Records is a music store selling CDs, vinyl, videos, posters, books and Native American art and jewelry. The gallery is located in the store. Brunnenstrasse 33 (subway Bernauer Strasse). For details phone: + (030) 449 97 97.
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"Do as you please"
"Do as you please" was the motto of the Prussian emperor Frederick the Great (1712 - 1786). Tolerance is still one of the cityīs best qualities. There are no licensing hours, lots of foreigners, a large lesbian and homosexual community, and a multitude of shops, restaurants and magazines catering to all kinds of tastes. It is easy to be īa little strangeī. Chances are you will not get hassled.
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Stattreisen Berlin e. V.
This business offers a large selection of tours in and around Berlin (on foot, by bicycle or public transport). Located at Malplaquetstrasse 5 (Wedding), suway stop Leopoldplatz (U9). Open daily 10 a.m. - 4 p.m..
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Museumspaedagogischer Dienst
Get information on cultural events on the phone. Call the Museumspaedagogischer Dienst Berlin. They will provide you with details on all permanent and current exhibits in all of Berlin's museums (of which there are over 140!). They can give you information on performances, happenings, lectures and films. They will help you getting on guided tours, either in German, or in foreign languages. Call + (49) (0) (30) 282 61 83, or fax + (49) (0) (30) 282 49 83.
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Subway map in English
Check out this English version of the Berlin subway map here:
Although the new after-hours shopping laws have been in effect for quite some time, it can be very difficult to find a store open past 10 p.m. - Try the main railway stations and airports: Kurfuerstendamm, Alexanderplatz, Lichtenberg station (East station), Tegel airport, Schoenefeld airport, Tempelhof airport, Zoo train station.
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BVG Call Center
You can call BVG public transport all day around the clock. Some knowledge of German is essential. Telephone: + (4930) 19449.
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Berliner Geschichtswerkstatt
The Berlin History Workshop is concerned with Berlinīs everyday life history, social issues and culture. They arrange interesting historical tours by boat. Goltzstrasse 49, Schoeneberg, subway stop Eisenacher Strasse.
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Technikmuseum Berlin
Go on a virtual tour through the Technikmuseum Berlin or plan your visit at:
http://www.dtmb.de/
(in German and English)
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The German Bundestag in Berlin
The German Bundestag in Berlin is located at the dome of the Reichstag Building. Visitors can access the roof terrace and the dome of the Reichstag Building through the west entrance (look for an outdoor staircase). Opening hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to midnight (admission until 10 p.m.). The roof restaurant is open from 8 a.m. to midnight. For reservations call: + 49 (0) 30 22 62 99 33.
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BVG souvenirs
The BVG public transport company has an info office and a souvenir stall at subway stop Turmstrasse (U9). You will be able to buy nice souvenirs, which are typical of Berlin, such as the yellow "Doppeldecker" bus, miniature subway trains or postcards, books and toys for kids.
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Buying BVG tickets at subway U8
Get your BVG travel tickets at the following U8 subway stops: Alexanderplatz, Gesundbrunnen, hermannplatz and Kottbusser Tor.
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Buying BVG tickets at subway U5
Get your BVG travel tickets at the following U5 subway stops: Frankfurter Tor, Frankfurter Allee, Lichtenberg and Hellersdorf.
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Gemeinschaftshaus Gropiusstadt
The Gemeinschaftshaus is a cultural community center (sozio-kulturelles Zentrum), which arranges all kinds of events. For details call: (030) 680 91 410. They are open Tueday - Saturday from 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.. The House is located at subway stop Lipschitzallee (U7). Big sign, impossible to miss.
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Go on a yellow Doppeldecker bus
The best way to do sightseeing is on top of a double decker bus. Try to get seats in the first row for a great panoramic view. This has an added benefit: more legroom.
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Ride sharing phone numbers
In need of a ride, but no phone book at hand? Try these "Mitfahrzentralen" (ride sharing agencies): ADM: 1 94 40 Citynetz: 1 94 44 See also tip on ride sharing in general.
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Fire brigade and emergency medical aid
In case of fire and/or a medical emergency, call 112. If you need to see an emergency doctor, call 31 00 31. They make housecalls and will arrange for transport to a hospital if necessary.
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Gendarmenmarkt
The churchlike dome buildings on Gendarmenmarket (French Dome and German Dome) and the Schauspielhaus (Playhouse) form a unique ensemble on one of the most beautiful city squares in Europe. Bus 100.
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BVG Travel Tourism
BVG Travel Tourism organizes day-trips or extended trips to Berlinīs surrounding regions. phone: (+) 4930 - 256 27 422
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Tourist information via the telephone
Get your hands on a copy of the Berlin phone book, and you will find various services on the first pages (e.g. weather, time, movie theaters, operator ..). The best number to call would be tourist information in English. These services are are run by the Deutsche Telekom company. They are not free, but local calls are inexpensive.
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Art:Berlin Tours
Art:Berlin offers guided tours on real live art and culture. Address: Kufsteiner Strasse 7 (subway 1, Nollendorfplatz) Office hours: Monday through Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Zitadelle Spandau
Plan about a half-day trip for this historical building. Zitadelle Spanday - Spandau Fortress - a former water castle, is situated in a picturesque park and contains a museum on the history of the castle. After walking through the exhibition, dine in medieval style at the castle restaurant or attend one of the free concerts, which are held in the park in summer.
Am Julisturm 1 (subway stop Zitadelle, bus 133) open: Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., admission ca. DM 2-3.
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Hairdresser Maik Baber
Maik Baber specializes in natural hair cosmetics, plant dyes and other alternative treatments if you want to beautify your hair. Crellestrasse 11 (Schoeneberg), subway Kleistpark, open Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Thursday till 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m..
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Crisis Hotline for Girls
If you are a girl, female teenager or twen and have a big problem you want to discuss, call the īCrisis Hotline for Girlsī, 792 04 04.
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Tattoo Connection
Tattoo Connection has been recommended to me by friends. Good tattoist, by appointment only. Belziger Str. 53, Schoeneberg subway: Kleistpark open Tuesday - Friday 1 p.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday by appointment
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Traces of the GDR
Some traces of former īEast Germanyī can still be found in the city: - the former Stalinallee (now Karl-Marx-Allee) from Strausberger Platz to Frankfurter Tor - the Haus des Lehrers (House of Education) at Alexanderplatz - the Council of State building and the Palace of the Republic at Schlossplatz - the former Soviet Embassy (now the Russian Embassy) at Unter den Linden.
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Free tourist information 1
For free information on the city, contact the following offices:
1) Press and Information Office of Berlin Berliner Rathaus, D - 10137 Berlin Germany phone: +49 (0)30 90 26-0 fax: +49 (0)30 90 26 25 26 http:// www.berlin.de
2) Press and Information Office of the Federal Government, Berlin Office Neustaedtische Kirchstr. 15, D - 10117 Berlin Germany phone: : +49 (0)30 22 440 fax: +49 (0)30 22 44 1365
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Tip Magazine
If you want to know whatīs going on in the town, buy Tip magazine, or go to their web site. Tip gives you news, cultural events, movie & book reviews, addresses, ads and much more. The recommendations are reliable. Highly recommended. Most young Berliners read this mag, too.
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Jagdschloss Grunewald
Jagdschloss Grunewald (Grunewald Hunting Palace) houses a collection of German & Dutch paintings from the 15th to the 19th century. Huettenweg (Zehlendorf) bus 115 to Clayallee, then walk open: Tuesday - Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. admission: ca. DM 3
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Angel of Peace / Victory Column
The Victory Column is an ideal starting point for an excursion around Berlinīs Tiergarten and new government district. Go up top for a great view of the city - including the nearby Reichstag and the Brandenburg Gate. You might also consider taking a walk to the art market (open weekends, walk takes about 30 minutes) located on Strasse des 17. Juni.
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Presse- und Informationsamt Berlin
Contact (write, fax or e-mail) the Presse- und Informationsamt des Landes Berlin for free information:
Presse- und Informationsamt des Landes Berlin Berliner Rathaus D - 10173 Berlin Germany
Stranded in a broken down car? Call the ADAC Road Patrol:
01802 - 22 22 22
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Bicycle Rickshaws
Bicycle rickshaws are available on three routes: Adenauerplatz - Wittenbergplatz Europa Center - Pariser Platz Pariser Platz - Alexander Platz. They charge between DM 5 - 15.
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Berlin Wall Page
Hereīs another interesting page about the Berlin Wall:
http://www.dieberlinermauer.com/
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Berlin photos
Pictures from Berlin: photos of current events and more
Alexander Braeu is a pub that specializes in beer. They sell their homemade specialty beer and traditional German food. At Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 13 in the Berlin Carre shopping center. Subway Alexanderplatz, bus 100. Open daily from 11 a.m..
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Buying BVG tickets at subway U2
Get your BVG travel tickets at the follwing stops of subway U2: Kaiserdamm, Zoologischer Garten, wittenbergplatz, Kurfuerstenstrasse, Alexanderplatz and Vinetastrasse.
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Subway Train Museum at the Stellwerk
The new subway train museum is located at the Hebelstellwerk Olympia Stadion (subwaystop Olympiastadio Ost). It is open every second Saturday of the month, from 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.. Admission ca. Dm 3. Get more information by calling + (030) 813 4403.
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Reederei Bruno Winkler
The Bruno Winkler shipping company is located near Schloss Charlottenburg, so you might consider combining these two. You can go on boats at the Schlossbruecke at Charlottenburger Ufer and will see a lot of the inner city. Info: Mierendorffplatz 16 (Wilmersdorf), subway stop Mierendorffplatz (U7).
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Another Country 2nd hand bookstore
Another Country buys, sells or loans out books (DM 3). Address: Riemannstrasse 7, D - 10961 Kreuzberg, subway Gneisenaustrasse. Phone: 6940 11 60, opening hours: Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Blue Moon
Blue Moon is a fashion store thatīs been around since the early eighties. Clothes & shoes for punks, teds, nightclubbers and other trendy people. Almost as good as going shopping in London. Wilmersdorfer Strasse 80, subway: Adenauer Platz, open Monday - Friday noon - 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m..
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Buecherhalle - 2nd hand books
Are you looking for new reading material but do not want to spend a lot? Visit Buecherhalle, a secondhand bookshop with a good selection of titles. Hauptstrasse 154 (Schoeneberg), subway Kleistpark, open Monday - Friday 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m..
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Television Tower
The Television Tower is 368 metres tall and provides you with a great view of the town. Alexanderplatz, subway & city train stop, bus 100 and 200.
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Unter den Linden
Unter den Linden is Belinīs most important street. Start at Potsdamer Platz and walk down to Alexanderplatz. You will see a lot of old buildings, some dating back to the Prussian-German monarchy. Among those worth taking a closer look at are: the Arsenal, the Crown Princeīs Palace, the Opernpalais, the Palace of William I, Humboldt University, St. Hedwigīs Cathedral, the State Opera, the Royal Library and the New Royal Guard House. Expect between one and two hours for this tour. If you get tired get on bus 100 or 200.
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Hennes & Mauritz (H&M)
Trendy clothes store for the young or those young at heart located on Kurfuerstendamm. Cheap to expensive, but always flashy. Now with branches all over Germany. Kurfuerstendamm 20 subway Kurfuerstendamm open Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Cheap accommodation
I found this ad in a mag: "We will arrange cheap accommodation in a room of your own - with nice people - from DM 35 per night including breakfast!" Sounds to good to be true. Was puzzled that "we" does not provide a company name. To contact, call (+) 4930 - 21 75 22 17, daily from 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
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Hugendubel bookstore
If you are looking for a particular and hard-to-get book, chances are youīll find it at Hugendubelīs. The store has a wide selection of books and paperbacks on 4 floors. Lots of bargains. Bonus: a wide space where you can read or rest. Tauentzienstrasse 13 subway: Kurfuerstendamm open: Monay - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m Thereīs also a branch at Friedrichstrasse in Mitte.
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Neue Nationalgalerie
The New National Gallery has something for everybody: artworks from the era of classical modernism to the present day and exciting exhibitions of famous artists. These can get very crowded. The museum also has an impressive sculpture garden, in which free concerts are sometimes held in summer. The souvenir shop is full of posters, books and postcards, with lots of bargains. Highly recommended. subway: Potsdamer Platz, bus 129, 148, 348 open Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. admission ca DM 10
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Kurfuerstendamm
The Kurfuerstendamm used to be the center of West Berlin. After the reunification, it lost its dominance to Unter den Linden. It is still worth taking a walk down the "Kudamm" - lots of designer stores, movie theatres, restaurants and department stores are located in this area. Donīt miss the KaDeWe (Kaufhaus des Westens)department store on the Wittenbergplatz. It is similar to Harrods in London, but less expensive.
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Virtual sightseeing
Virtual sightseeing for Berlin travelers, students and learners of German can be found here:
This centrally located restaurant specializes in traditional Berlin food and drinks. Go here to try "Eisbein", a pork dish, and more. Gipsstrasse 1, subway Weinmeisterstrasse. For reservations call: + (0172) 816 0367.
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Crime Books in English
Visit Hammett Krimibuchhandlung at Friesenstarsse 7 in 10965 Berlin. They are open Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., or look at their website: www.hammett-krimis.de
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Hire a BVG bus
BVG has buses and coaches for group & club trips available. They also let you hire vehicles for conventions and conferences. phone: + (4930) - 256 29 668
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Berliner Museumsinsel
The Berliner Museumsinsel is centrally located and can be reached by bus, underground and city train (either go to Friedrichstrasse and take a walk on Unter den Linden, take bus 100, or the S-Bahn to Hakescher Markt). It consists of various museums, which offer current and special exhibits from all over the world. Check a local paper for current events. Do not miss the best of all, the Pergamon Museum with the famous Pergamon Altar. Other museums located on the island are: Altes Museum, Alte Nationalgalerie, & Bodemuseum. Plan about 1 hour for each museum. The nearby Museum fuer Deutsche Geschichte on Unter den Linden is currently closed.
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Zwiwwel-Weinstuben
This is a wine bar with traditional German cuisine and wine from all over the world.
Zwiwwel-Weinstuben Bruchsaler Str. 6 D 10715 Berlin (Wilmersdorf) Subway: Bundesplatz (U9)
Reservations and info: (030) 853 25 78
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Olympiastadium
The stadium was built for the 1936 Olympic Games and holds up to 76,000 spectators. The German soccer association Cup Final is held here every year. Check a local paper for current events. Olympischer Platz (Charlottenburg), subway Olympiastadium, open 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
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Museum īHaus am Checkpoint Charlieī
The Checkpoint Charlie Museum is located in Berlinīs city center, Friedrichstrasse 43-44, D - 10960 Berlin. Take the city train (S-Bahn) to Bahnhof Friedrichstrasse. For information about current exhibitions call : +49 (0) 30 25 37 25- 0
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Zweite Hand (secondhand magazine)
Zweite Hand is a publication that lists both private and business ads and covers cultural events in Berlin. It is available twice a week at any newsagent, also online. It is a good source for cheap stuff and gives you an insight into Berlin life in general. There is an individual mag for car ads. Your German needs to be more than average to understand the ads.
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New government quarter
Go to Potsdamer Platz and take a tour around the new government quarter. Start with the renovated Reichstag, which is home of the Federal Parliament. Walk to Schloss Bellevue, the residence of the Federal President. His office, the Praesidialamt, is next door. Walk down John-Foster-Dulles-Allee, pass the House of Cultures and see the new Federal Chancellorīs Office (Bundespraesidialamt) behind it. Further down, you can get to the new offices of the parliamentary administrations. All located in the district of Tiergarten. - Board bus 100 or 200 from there (either back to Zoo Station or onwards to Alexanderplatz).
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Kastanien-Stuebchen
Kastanien-Stuebchen is a restaurant and a beer garden. They specialize in German home cooking. Located at Alt Mariendorf 14 (subway Alt Mariendorf), open daily from noon onwards (open end). To make a reservation call: + (030) 705 55 80.
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Walking Tours
A good way to see the inner city is to take a walking tour. There are not that many great distances to cover, and traffic is usually so slow that youīre better off on foot. In any case, you will see more. Most German cities have only one center - Berlin has two. Go to either subway stop Kurfuerstendamm (former West Berlin center) or Alexanderplatz (former East Berlin center) to start your tour.
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Haus der Wannseekonferenz
This museum deals with the organisation, background and implementation of the "Final Solution" ( i.e. the decision to deport and murder the European Jews under the Nazi Regime). A meeting of the same name was held in this villa on January 20th, 1942. Today, the site is a museum with a permanent exhibition, guided tours in German and English, special exhibits, and a media center with a reference library, videotapes and an audiovisual collection. - It is a gruesome subject, but the museum is excellent. So are the guided tours. Highly recommended.
Gedenk und Bildungsstaette Haus der Wannseekonferenz Am Grossen Wannsee 56 - 58, D - 14 109 Berlin
Exhibition: The Wannsee Conference and the Genocide of the European Jews Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, Sunday: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Media Center/Library Monday - Friday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Admission is free. Guided tours by appointment only. Workshops and seminars at the Media Center by appointment.
Bus: 114
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Free tourist information 2
Contact those commercial tourist offices for free information:
1) Partner fuer Berlin - Gesellschaft fuer Hauptstadt Marketing mbH Charlottenstr. 65, D - 10117 Berlin Germany phone: : +49 (0)30 202 40-0 fax: +49 (0)30 202 40-166
2) Berlin Tourismus Marketing GmbH Am Karlsbad 11, D - 10785 Berlin Germany phone: +49 (0)30 26 47 48 0 fax : +49 (0)30 26 47 48 99
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Eis Henning
Eis Henning is a cafe specializing in ice cream in every variation. This is the good stuff, donīt miss it! Bundesalllee 186 - 187 subway: Bundesplatz Eis Henning at "Neue Welt" Hermannplatz subway: Hermannplatz, bus 119, nightbus 19 Kurfuerstendamm 129 b S-Bahn: Halensee, bus 119, 129, nightbus 19, 29 open daily 8:30 a.m. - midnight
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Castle of Charlottenburg
The Castle of Charlottenburg is one of Berlinīs most impressive baroque buildings, with the equestrian statue of the Great Elector in front of it. Today, it hosts a museum with masterpieces of 19th century painting. It is located near Mierendorfplatz (subway 7) in a large park. In summer, free open-air concerts are held. It is also a good starting point for a boat trip.
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BVG Shopping Booklet
īShopping with the Berlin BVG subway trainsī (Einkaufen mit der Berliner U-Bahn) is the title of a 200 page booklet issued by the BVG. It is full of tips for shopping, eating out and sightseeing. It is grouped according to the various subway stops and subway lines and the class of services offered. It costs ca. DM 3. very neatly organized. Get it and start shopping!
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Berlin von hinten
"Berlin von hinten" is a guided tour on the river Spree, which allows you to see Berlin from an entirely different perspective. Take the subway up to Moabit, walk up Stromstrasse until you reach the bridge (the river). Several different tours are offered. Try not to go on a Sunday, as it may get too crowded.
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Gedenkstaette Berliner Mauer
The Berlin Wall Memorial is an open-air museum near Bernauer Strasse in the district of Wedding. It comprises remains of the Wall and can be accessed at all times.
subway Bernauer Strasse S-Bahn Nordbahnhof bus 328
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Fleamarket at Fehrbelliner Platz
This fleamarket is full of bargains of the superior kind. Lots of books, records, Cds, clothes, postcards, cutlery, furniture, jewellry, pottery, household appliances ... I shopped at this market for years and can safely recommend it. Located right next to the subway station. subway: Fehrbelliner Platz open: Sunday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Hansa Library
The Hansa library is an excellent stop for the Berlin tourist. Get lots of information, check out books and newspapers, pick up free flyers and mags. Located at Altonaer Strasse 15, subway Hansaplatz (U9). open Monday - Friday 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., phone: + (030) 390 52 156.
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World of Music stores
World of Music stores (WOM) are your best bet if you want to get hard-to-find vinyl, an obscure CD, videos in English, books, tapes and other media. You can also buy concert tickets here and pick up free stuff (mags). Try WOM at Augsburger Strasse 36 - 42, subway Kurfuerstendamm, phone: + (0) 30 - 885 7240.
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Rent a limousine
Rent a limousine at Bel Air Limousine Service. They do business tours, sightseeing and "nights on the town". Phone Bel Air at (030) 2175 LIMO or (030) 2175 5466, fax: (030) 2175 5467.
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Tresor Store
The Tresor Store sells T-Shirts, vinyl, CDs and equipment for DJs. Connected to the legendary techno disco of the same name. Muenzstrasse 23, Mitte subway: Weinmeisterstrasse open: Tuesday - Friday noon - 8 p.m., Saturday - 4 p.m.
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Police
Call the police at 110 immediately if you were attacked or involved in an accident. Before calling, write down your name, address and problem.
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Emergency dental service
If you have a dental problem, call the emergency dental service, phone: 89 00 43 33.
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Made in Berlin
Made in Berlin is a trendy secondhand store located on Potsdamer Strasse. Clothes look new, and sometimes you can find exclusive items. Potsdamer Strasse 106 (Tiergarten) subway Kurfuerstenstrasse, bus 148, 348 open: Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Spiritual Guidance
Do you need help with a pressing problem? Call the Spiritual Guidance Service:
0800 - 111 01 11
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Berlin map online
Check out this Berlin city map. Comes with a search function:
Choose from an interesting collection of CDs, MCs, vinyl, gimmix, imports, rarities and T-shirts. They also have a video rental. Muellerstrasse 167, subway Wedding. Open Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., phone: + (030) 461 3907.
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Rare stamps and coins
Buy rare stamps and coins at Manfred Jahnīs store. He is a buyer and seller and located at Muellerstrasse 79 b - c. Subway Afrikanische Strasse, U5. Open Tueday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 3 p.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m..
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Railway travel information
For train schedules and travel information, call the railway travel information center, phone: 19419.
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Lost Property Office
Enquire for your lost items at the Lost Property Office, phone 6995.
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Online sightseeing information
Plan your outings in Berlin online at www.bvg.de. You can also e-mail them at bvg@bvg.de. BVG is Berlinīs public transport company.