"Top German Cities: Where to Stay and What to Do"


Best Cities in Germany

City Months to Visit Where to Stay What to Do Important Tips
Berlin May to September Central Mitte or trendy Kreuzberg Visit the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, and Museum Island Buy a Berlin WelcomeCard for discounts on attractions and public transportation
Munich September to November or April to May Altstadt or trendy Glockenbachviertel Visit the Marienplatz, Neuschwanstein Castle, and Hofbräuhaus Try the local beer and food, but be aware of tourist traps
Hamburg June to August St. Pauli or HafenCity Visit the Elbphilharmonie, Miniatur Wunderland, and Reeperbahn Take a harbor boat tour and try the local fish dishes
Cologne December for Christmas markets or May to September Altstadt or trendy Belgisches Viertel Visit the Cologne Cathedral, Museum Ludwig, and Hohenzollern Bridge Try the local Kölsch beer and visit the chocolate museum
Frankfurt March to May or September to November Central Innenstadt or trendy Sachsenhausen Visit the Römerberg, Goethe House, and Palmengarten Try the local Apfelwein and visit the Main Tower for panoramic views