Welcome to Berlin, the vibrant capital of Germany. Are you visiting on a tight budget? Don't worry, I'm here to show you
how to explore this exciting city while spending next to nothing. I will show you budget-friendly tips for local food, free sights and exhibitions,
how to party Berlin style and more! First off, Berlin is a city rich in history. So there are countless of attractions to see for free. For example, the iconic Brandenburg Gate. The Brandenburg Gate is
Berlin's most visited landmark. Built in the late 18th century, it was
a symbol of division during the Cold War and later became a powerful
emblem of German reunification. Right next door is the Reichstag,
Germany's parliamentary building – a striking blend of historic
architecture and modernity, bearing witness to the nation's
tumultuous past and its democratic present. You can also go up the Reichstag's dome
for free and get a nice view of Berlin. You just have to make sure
to book your spot in advance! I need something to eat. I'll show you a way to feel like
you're getting the luxury treatment while spending very little,
using the Too Good To Go app. This sustainability-driven app hooks you
up with hotels, restaurants, bakeries and cafés selling leftover food for cheap. Saving you cash and fighting
food waste at the same time. I've reserved a breakfast bag
from the Grand Hyatt hotel for 4 euros. Let's see what they've got for me. Speaking of hotels, they can cost
between 50 to 150 euros per night. Berlin also has plenty of hostels
from 19 to 30 euros on average. Perfect. Thank you so much. Bye. Anyway, let's see what the
Grand Hyatt vegetarian breakfast has to offer. Wow, for 4 euros, this is quite
a lot and it looks really good! Fruit, bread, pastries, spreads and
dips and cooked cauliflower. Breakfast in the park. And Berlin has many
historic parks to enjoy for free. Like the former airport park Tempelhofer Feld
which is usually buzzing during summer. Or Mauerpark, a former part of the Berlin Wall. In the summertime, aside from its flea market, there is a huge open-air karaoke party
on Sundays that's totally free to join. But I'm in the Tiergarten, Berlin's
largest and most-visited inner-city park. Offering pretty paths and
landmarks scattered throughout. My American friends often complain
about the lack of free water in Europe. And it's true! But there is an app that helps you
find public water fountains in Germany. With the Trinkwasser app
you can easily refill your water bottle. But I found out that there's a small caveat. It looks so nice but it doesn't seem to be working. Oh okay, it looks like they're only
working from April through October. A walk through Museum
Island is a highlight in itself. And of course a stroll through this
UNESCO World Heritage Site is free. The historic buildings are home to five museums. However, they do cost admission. Here's my tip: Check out
the Humboldt Forum nearby. The Humboldt Forum is a cultural institution. And you'll actually find some
really cool free exhibitions inside. Let's go check it out. The ethnological museum is
certainly the main attraction – an impressive collection of over
500,000 artefacts and cultural-historic objects, many from indigenous communities. I'm exploring the history of the site. From swampland to monastery, to
the East German palace of the Republic, and today's Humboldt Forum. I've actually been reading up
on the history of this place. So it's actually so cool
now to just see everything. The Humboldt Forum's backstory tells us
a lot about the history of Berlin as a whole. There are also many other
free museums around Berlin, which you can find on the
Berlin Museum Portal online. Now it's time for a very Berlin lunch. For that, I need to get
to a different part of town. To use buses, trams, metros and trains,
a single trip ticket starts at 3 euro 50. Or you can get a 24-hour ticket for €9.90. Be sure to validate your ticket to avoid fines! I want to get a currywurst, a classic in Berlin. But this stand I'm about to show
you is a little different than the others. The Curry & Chili stand has a spicy twist. Currywurst is a steamed, fried sausage
topped with curry ketchup and curry powder. Here, they've got homemade
hot sauces from levels 1 to 10. Okay, I've got to make a decision here. But I think I'll rather stick
to the lower end of the spectrum. Probably number two. Currywurst is a popular street food
here and often comes at a low price. Okay, it's spicy. But I definitely played it safe.
It's not too bad. If you're more daring than
I am, there's even a wall of fame. And for 2 euro 60, it's a
pretty decent currywurst. A Berlin MUST is also, of course,
checking out the remnants of the Berlin Wall. After the Fall of the Wall in 1989,
this section of it became the East Side Gallery. The longest open-air art gallery in the world. And the longest continuous section
of the Berlin Wall still in existence today. But there's more! The East Side Gallery is a classic
tourist spot and a great place to take photos. But if you want to learn more
about the Berlin Wall's history, I recommend the Berlin Wall Memorial,
which is essentially a free outdoor museum. Climb up the viewing point to see
the former Death Strip from above. The armed no-man's land designed
to prevent escapes and enforce division. There is also a free indoor documentation
center as well as the outdoor memorials. Another thing that is
very Berlin is Turkish food. Every Tuesday and Friday there is
the Turkish market here along the canal. And they have lots of Turkish
goods for pretty decent prices. Berlin has one of the largest
Turkish communities outside of Turkey. Many of them arrived in the 50s,
60s and 70s under the Gastarbeiter or guest worker program. People come here to shop
for fresh and cheap produce. 2 euro 50 for a lot of coriander and lemons. Not bad! And of course some Turkish
goodies that I spent just 2 euros on. That's some refreshing tea. So, a sesame ring and some Turkish tea. Not a bad snack. We've got one last stop
coming up – Berlin's nightlife! I'll see you in the dark. I'm at the Kulturbrauerei in Prenzlauer Berg, a historic brewery complex
that now has exhibitions and clubs! Like the Alte Kantine. Berlin is known for its wild
party scene that never sleeps. Since the pandemic, prices have gone up. And sometimes you can
pay up to like 25 euros entrance. But I ve found a way to party for
a very low price tonight with a little secret. The nightlife really never sleeps. I mean, it's a Monday night
and look at this place! So I'm actually looking for their secret
password that'll let me in for just 2 euros. It's hidden somewhere
on their Instagram page. Okay, it looks like tonight the password is
"Harte Wurst", which means "hard sausage". Let's give it a try. Harte Wurst? Harte Wurst, exactly. It worked! Alte Kantine's Hungry Mondays
party has been around for 20 years with pop, rock and dance music. There's also indoor table
tennis and 3 euro beers. There are plenty of free, low-cost or
donation-based events in Berlin in general. This place is cool! And I had a great time exploring Berlin today and keeping my spending to a minimum. So now I think it's time to party! So those were my tips for
some low-cost options in Berlin. I personally spent 16 euros in total. And I had breakfast, lunch, snacks,
saw some sights, exhibitions and went dancing and had beer. Do YOU have any other tips? If you want to see more budget
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