Berlin

Thatch-covered, pyramid-shaped listening room at the Flussbad complex hosting intimate concerts and film soundtracks.

German retailer offering the best-made version of everything, from kitchen gear to Swiss pens and German clothing.

Munich label's Mitte flagship — timeless, German-made clothing, knitwear, bags and shoes for men and women.

Mies van der Rohe glass pavilion, reopened in 2021 after a Chipperfield renovation; blockbuster shows and 20th-century masterpieces.

Rare quality German regional cuisine — backhänchen, goulash, königsberger klopse — in a Hopper-esque corner spot.

Berlin's foremost see-and-be-seen spot, serving the city's best schnitzel; politicians at lunch, a rowdier scene at night.

Design-conscious, well-priced stay known for all-organic breakfasts; owners are behind restaurants Ora and Theke.