CULTURE SEEKER
This ride takes you off the beaten track without forgetting some true Berlin classics.
This ride takes you off the beaten track without forgetting some true Berlin classics.
We recommend starting this day by planning the end: head to Rocket Wine to pick up a fi ne natural wine to enjoy on your balcony – an essential part of any Berlin evening. Next, comfort your senses at Atelier Oblique with a scented candle that hits your nose just right. Head into Kollwitzkiez and to the Tchoban Foundation to explore some architectural drawings. The buildingʹs beautiful façade alone is worth the trip. Thereʹs no shortage of superb dining options in Prenzlauer Berg, but to make this trip extraordinary book a table for dinner at Bar Normal. Alternatively, order some oh-so-slurpable Asian food at Sword Master Noodle. After dinner, enjoy a spot of stargazing at the Zeiss–Großplanetarium or, if you really want to escape the world, catch a fl ick at muchloved indie cinema Lichtblick. Itʹs your choice how you end the day: wine with your besties (remember that bottle) or bar chats with new pals. Let the night begin!
This tiny 32-seat cinema is run by a collective and housed in the oldest building in Prenzlauer Berg. Stop by at midnight every Saturday for a screening of "Casablanca".
Self-care, healing and wellbeing. Bend and flex through yoga, barre and pilates at this studio, or attend one of their workshops or retreats.
Built in 1987, the planetarium is one of the last examples of GDR architecture. The program focuses not only on space, but on all natural sciences.
Prenzlauer Allee 80, Prenzlauer Berg
Tue 09–14h, Wed & Thu 09–14h & 15–20h, Fri 09h–12h30 & 15–22h, Sat 11h30–22h, Sun 10–20h
The stacked, angled concrete blocks of this museum house architectural drawings from the foundation's collections and other institutions.
An aptly named local haunt that looks directly onto the historic Zionskirche. Settle in with a cocktail at one of the marble tables, or time your visit with a DJ set for an evening of drinks and mixes.
Sip organic and natural wines and sample small plates at this cozy, dim-lit wine bar.
This relaxed pub is the perfect spot to try an Italian craft beer while taking a break from biking. With 19 beers on tap, itʹs worth asking the staff for recommendations.
Run by three friends, this charming cafe is full of small oddities. A must-try are the handmade bagels and carefully crafted teas.
Serves scoops of artisanal ice cream and sorbet handmade daily. Open from 7am, so you can be the early bird that gets the…gelato?
Hand-cut Korean noodles tossed in a spicy sauce or broth. Best served with a generous helping of kimchi.
Japanese-inspired cuisine with a focus on seafood. Serving everything from scallops to sushi, this brasserie is from the owners of fish restaurant The Catch.
The owners of this deli bring the cuisine of their homelands, Korea and Spain, to the plate. Also stocks products including Apple-Wasabi dressing and kimchi.
This unpretentious, bustling bar serves seasonal bistro dishes and low intervention wines in a space that balances design and comfort.
Natural wine fan? The folks at Rocket Wine are too. Stocks a great selection of Italian and French bottles to sample and take home.
This perfumery has an eye for timeless design and fragrances. Inspired by places and memories, these candles and perfumes are something unique.