Germany

Germany encapsulates Europe like few other countries – it’s a place where cutting-edge modernity meets a rich history. The large cities of Germany, such as Berlin and Munich, have retained their bold cultural and artistic heritage and make excellent city breaks. Plus, the famed German nightlife is among the best you can find in Europe. For a change of pace, head to the countryside to see fairy tale castles in Saxony, quaint half-timber houses in the Black Forest or get cozy in the welcoming chalets found up in the Alps. Thanks to the nation’s stereotypical efficiency and technological prowess, getting around Germany is a breeze.

Germans are typically a fun bunch who love a bit of a party. Throughout the year, look out for seasonal celebrations like mid-summer music festivals, Christmas markets, and, of course, the month-long celebration of Oktoberfest in Bavaria, when beer halls are packed to the brim and German folk culture is celebrated.

Top destinations in Germany

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Berlin
Berlin bowls over visitors with its trailblazing arts scene, edgy street fashion and alluringly carefree vibe. Its nightlife is the envy of the world, with all manner of thumping techno clubs, bohemian bars and raucous live music venues to explore. The city isn't all about free-wheeling hedonism, though. With cutting-edge galleries, hip independent movie theaters and sobering historical museums like the...
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Munich
Munich is perhaps best known today as the home of Oktoberfest, an epic folk festival that sees visitors from every...
Munich
Hamburg
Cosmopolitan, creative Hamburg more than lives up to its billing as Germany's "Gateway to the World". Home to the country's...
Hamburg
Frankfurt
Frankfurt is Germany's thriving, fast-paced financial hub, with a dazzlingly futuristic skyline, chic shopping streets lined with exclusive designer boutiques,...
Frankfurt
Cologne
Cologne's skyline is dominated by the soaring twin spires of its cavernous cathedral, an iconic example of Gothic architecture and...
Cologne
Düsseldorf
Dusseldorf is a fast-paced and fashionable city, straddling the Rhine River in western Germany. Here you'll find an eclectic mix...
Düsseldorf
Stuttgart
Situated in south-west Germany, Stuttgart is an important manufacturing hub, with both Porsche and Mercedes-Benz having headquarters here. Despite this,...
Stuttgart

What to see & do in Germany

Where & what to eat in Germany

10 Best Local Dishes from Berlin
Berlin is home to a thriving culinary scene where you'll be able to taste some positively German creations as well as unique international flavors. Dining in Berlin is defined by powerful flavors whether you're enjoying a simple kebab or having...
10 Best Local Dishes from Berlin
10 Best Local Dishes from Bavaria
Many of the best local dishes from Bavaria are hearty, home-style meals made with plenty of meat (and not too...
10 Best Local Dishes from Bavaria
10 Best Breweries in Munich
There is no shortage of amazing breweries in Munich. From traditional major breweries to small craft beer joints that offer...
10 Best Breweries in Munich

Where to shop & what to buy in Germany

10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Munich
The best places to go shopping in Munich include the city’s elegant shopping malls, pedestrianized boulevards, and flea markets on the outskirts of town. Many of the retail hot spots in this list can be found in the city centre...
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Munich
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Frankfurt
There are many reasons to go shopping in Frankfurt. While you might more often think of cities like Milan or...
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Frankfurt
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Berlin
Are you looking for the best places to go shopping in Berlin? Prepare to be wowed. The German capital is...
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Berlin

Where to go & what to do at night in Germany

10 Best Breweries in Munich
There is no shortage of amazing breweries in Munich. From traditional major breweries to small craft beer joints that offer fresh flavors, there is plenty to look forward to when visiting the capital of Bavaria. The city of Munich hosts...
10 Best Breweries in Munich
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Frankfurt
The best things to do after dinner in Frankfurt range from vibrant clubs to intimate music venues and historic performing...
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Frankfurt
The Ultimate Clubbing Guide to Berlin
Berlin’s clubbing scene is fiercely creative and fun. You can go wild for days in this liberal city thanks to...
The Ultimate Clubbing Guide to Berlin

Useful information

10 Best Festivals in Germany
Festivals in Germany are known to be among the loudest and largest in the world, with millions banding together to celebrate the country’s culture, beer, and food. During annual holidays such as Christmas and New Year’s Eve, the cities come...
10 Best Festivals in Germany
10 Mistakes People Make When Visiting Berlin
The mistakes people make when visiting Berlin are not usually enough to ruin a trip here, but they could potentially...
10 Mistakes People Make When Visiting Berlin
When is the Best Time to Visit Germany?
Germany has a moderate, seasonal climate split into 4 periods of 3 months each: winter, spring, summer, and autumn each...
When is the Best Time to Visit Germany?