Christmas gift shopping can be a lot of fun when there are so many great things to discover. Whether you want to give sustainable, funny or practical gifts from Berlin for Christmas - you're sure to find just the right thing in these 11 shops with gift ideas "made in Berlin". Look forward to unusual soaps, stylish designs, handmade ceramics and much more!
Tip 1: Sample vegan liqueur from Berlin at Mumpitz in Salon Babette
The extraordinary Mumpitz liqueur from Berlin is more than just a boozy idea. First of all, it is handmade and vegan. It also combines an alcohol content of 22% with a fruit content of 70% and selected herbal flavours. For example, there is a choice of peach & hops, lemon & basil, rhubarb & cardamom, mango & ginger and other flavours. You can quickly conjure up fruity, surprising drinks with tonic water, sparkling wine or crushed ice - or you can enjoy the smoothie liqueur on its own. If you want to give the gift of Mumpitz for Christmas, you can find the liqueur at Salon Babette, for example, a great bar in a listed glass cube from the GDR era.
Where: Salon Babette, Karl-Marx-Allee 36, Mitte
Tip 2: Get adventure tickets for your loved ones at the Berlin Tourist Info Centre in the Humboldt Forum
If you want to give a Berlin experience as a Christmas present, then the Berlin Tourist Info Centres at the Humboldt Forum, Brandenburg Gate, Central Station or BER Airport are the right place for you. Here you can find out about current events and offers and buy tickets for them. The Berlin Welcome Card is also available here, which includes a ticket for local transport as well as discounts for attractions, museums, restaurants and much more. The Berlin Welcome Card all inclusive even includes free admission to numerous Berlin highlights.
Tip 3: Conjure up culinary magic with flamed Königsberg marzipan!
A piece of sweet tradition awaits you in Charlottenburg! Get your hands on the famous Königsberg marzipan from Wald Marzipan. The fine almond confectionery is flamed according to an old family recipe, giving it its special flavour. The recipient tastes the high quality and is delighted with the Father Christmases and angels specially made for Christmas.
Where: Pestalozzistraße 54a, Charlottenburg
Tip 4: s.wert makes handmade fashion and more with Berlin motifs
At s.wert, it's all about Berlin. Whether fashion, kitchen equipment, bags or calendars - most of the stylish items feature more or less well-known Berlin motifs. The designs for the products, which are handmade in Germany, are also created in Berlin. Browse through the large range and you are sure to find a suitable Christmas gift for real Berlin fans!
Where: Brunnenstraße 101, Mitte
Tip 3: Always give the gift of good coffee from the heart of Berlin
For all coffee lovers, Flying Roasters is the perfect Christmas gift. The Berlin roastery offers sustainable, directly traded coffee of the highest quality. Whether fruity flavours or chocolaty notes - there is the right bean for every taste. Here you are guaranteed to find a gift that combines pleasure and responsibility and will bring joy under the Christmas tree.
Where: Hochstraße 34, Wedding
Tip 6: Browse for special motifs at Kühn Keramik
Handmade ceramics from Berlin and each piece is unique - you are sure to find great gift ideas for Christmas at Kühn Keramik. The beautiful shop is located in a former pharmacy whose historic interior has been preserved. Instead of medicines, however, the cupboards now contain enchanting cups with motifs as well as bowls and jugs in a variety of designs. Another highlight is the original Berlin collection. Take a look for yourself and be surprised by the variety!
Where: Yorckstraße 18, Kreuzberg
Tip 7: Buy the television tower as a soap bar at dearsoap
Soap is not just a practical gift. The unusual, handmade creations from dearsoap show that soap can also be a real highlight in the bathroom. With pretty heart and cloud designs or the scent of roses and quinces, every bar of soap in the shop is something very special - and a great gift idea. The TV tower and Berlin bear-shaped soaps are also particularly funny gifts from Berlin. The soap creations from dearsoap also score points with their environmentally friendly production from natural materials. The packaging is also environmentally friendly and plastic is avoided.
Where: Suarezstraße 53, Charlottenburg
Tip 8: Seduce with melt-in-the-mouth chocolates from the oldest manufactory
Berlin smells of chocolate! Get your hands on the city's finest chocolates from Sawade, Berlin's oldest manufactory. Here you will find handmade truffles and chocolate specialities that have been made according to traditional recipes for 140 years. Enjoy the classics or discover the growing selection of vegan varieties. The lovingly designed boxes turn unwrapping into a celebration.
Where: Wittestraße 26d, Reinickendorf
Tip 9: Find vintage items from the former GDR at Dederon Design
Give the gift of Ostalgie: at Dederon Design you will find numerous vintage items from the former GDR. The shop's assortment ranges from Matryoshka dolls to shopping bags made from old GDR labour flags. At the centre of the range, however, are bags and pouches made from the iconic material Dederon. This was used in the GDR for countless everyday items, from shopping nets to smock aprons, and is particularly light and practical.
Where: Muskauer Straße 45, Friedrichshain
Tip 10: Give the gift of magical show moments - the top 10 shows of the Christmas season
Berlin beckons with a glittering stage at Christmas time! Give the magic of the moment this year - forget socks and ties! The top 10 shows of the Christmas season offer the perfect inspiration: choose between variety theatre, musicals or ballet. Immerse yourself in a world full of glamour and great emotions. A ticket is an invitation to marvel and dream. Secure your seats now and surprise your loved ones with an unforgettable evening in Berlin!
Where: Various venues
top 10 shows at Christmas time
Tip 11: Surprise the little ones with gifts from "Die Kleine Gesellschaft"
Christmas presents are often one of the highlights of the year, especially for children. If you want to give the gift of joy, then you are well advised to visit the toy shop "Die Kleine Gesellschaft" . The well-stocked and carefully selected range includes many popular toys and cuddly toys from renowned manufacturers. There are also a few highlights from international toy fairs to discover. From rattles for the little ones to great costumes and school bags, you are sure to find something suitable here.
Where: Rykestraße 41, 10405 Berlin, Friedrichstraße 129, Mitte or BER Airport
