The temperatures are in the basement and the clouds are hanging low. But it's still worth going out - and not just to marvel at the great art in Berlin's museums. Here are 11 hotspots for rainy hours and grey days in Berlin. We wish you exciting and beautiful rainy days!
Tip 1: Guided tour of the former Tempelhof Airport
The Volkspark Tempelhofer Feld has now achieved cult status among Berliners, but not so long ago, real passenger planes used to fly over the field here. What it looks like today in the imposing halls of what was once the largest building in the world, which secret places and hidden bunkers can be found within the walls and what Tempelhof Field looks like from above are all great things to explore on a rainy day.
Tip 2: Sweet temptation: chocolate
As another weather-resistant hotspot to warm up, we can recommend the Rausch Schokoladenhaus, where you can choose from over 250 chocolate creations on 3 floors. Let yourself be tempted by the longest chocolate counter in the world and visit the cosy café to enjoy some sinful desserts. A short detour to the Gendarmenmarkt is not far from here.
Tip 3: Immerse yourself in fantastic visual worlds
Forget the grey everyday life and simply make the world the way you like it. Berlin's playgrounds for curious photo enthusiasts offer colourful backgrounds, mirrored rooms and optical wonders . At the Deja Vu Museum or the Illuseum Berlin, you can leave the rainy outside world behind and take fantastic pictures without getting your feet wet.
Tip 4: A visit to the Berlin coffee roastery
There's nothing like the smell of freshly ground coffee! Connoisseurs of this cult drink will get their money's worth in Berlin at the traditional Berlin coffee roastery. The coffee here is particularly exquisite and of the highest quality, as the finest coffee varieties are purchased in direct dialogue with the plantations and freshly processed. Three different brewing methods are available for the preparation of the in-house coffee lines. No matter which one you choose - we recommend it: Take a deep breath, savour the hot coffee, enjoy a slice of cake and forget all your stress!
Tip 5: Tropical Islands - a mini holiday for the whole family
A tip for bad weather is Tropical Islands near Berlin - the best thing is that on your special day, you can get that South Sea feeling for free! And this birthday present is well worth it: in the gigantic hall just outside Berlin, flocks of birds (zebra finches) fly through the air, pink flamingos stroll across the sand and koi carp swim through sparkling clear water.
When the sun sets over the huge hall in the evening and is reflected in the "South Seas", the lights of the beach bars come on and the illusion of a distant land becomes perfect. The water fun is suitable for the whole family, by the way, because in addition to giant slides and pirate islands, there are also great sauna and wellness areas.
Thermal spas in Berlin and Brandenburg
Tip 6: Marvel at dinosaurs
The Museum of Natural History is a great place to see dinosaurs in Berlin. In the main hall, the largest mounted dinosaur skeleton in the world awaits visitors of all ages - the Brachiosaurus brancai. Here you can also learn a lot about the formation of the earth, animals threatened with extinction and rare gemstones.
Tip 7: Let off steam and try out new indoor activities
When was the last time you played mini golf? Too long ago? Then let's get going! At black light mini golf, everything shines in a colourful neon glow and the weather outside doesn't matter at all. There are also table tennis tables here - and of course coffee and cake. Alternatively, you could roll the ball at the bowling centre at Alexanderplatz or go climbing, for example at Magic Mountain in Wedding. We have even more tips here: From flying in the wind tunnel to indoor surfing.
Tip 8: Stroll through Berlin's market halls
Shopping with a difference? If you fancy a market feeling but are prone to frostbite, you can explore the many indoor shopping opportunities in Berlin's market halls. You can also shop, dine and stroll protected from the rain and weather in the numerous malls in Berlin - for example at Bikini Berlin.
Tip 9: Embark on an adventure with escape games
Is it cold and wet outside? Then why not lock yourself in the cellar? Sounds strange? But it's not. It's more adrenaline-fuelled and definitely super exciting. Because you're not supposed to lock yourself in your own musty cellar, of course, but in a live escape game. The task: you enter a room, the door slams shut behind you - and you are trapped and can only find your way out to freedom using the clues hidden in the room. Sherlock Holmes meets MacGyver meets Panic Room!
Tip 10: Enjoy a sauna
After a few sauna sessions, you're sure to feel warm even in cool temperatures. And with underwater light games in the warm bubble pool, the cold, grey weather can be endured quite well. In addition to the public swimming pools, there are numerous hammams, day spas and wellness centres with large sauna areas in Berlin. Off to the warmth!
Tip 11: Let out all your emotions at karaoke
Whether you're belting out your favourite ballad, shining in a duet or secretly hoping for your big breakthrough - karaoke puts you in a good mood and makes you smile even on grey days. Berlin offers countless opportunities for this: From private karaoke boxes in Neukölln and quaint pubs in Friedrichshain to open stages with live audiences. A rainy day is quickly transformed into an unforgettable experience.
