New cafés, creative food concepts and unusual experiences: there’s plenty to discover in Berlin again this June. Visit the picture-perfect farm in Gatow, cycle across the water on the new Spreebikes, or tuck into some delicious food at Berlin’s first Neapolitan pizza festival. We’ve put together a list of the month’s most exciting new openings for you. Have fun exploring!
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Tip 2: FREIRAUM KUNST: Art meets democracy at Bellevue Palace
Normally, Bellevue Palace is reserved primarily for political receptions, but in June 2026, the official residence of the Federal President will become an art venue for the first time. Before Bellevue Palace undergoes renovation for several years, the Academy of Arts will fill the cleared-out rooms for two weeks with installations, sound art, photography and interventions by renowned artists such as Katharina Grosse, Wolfgang Tillmans and Monica Bonvicini.
Naturally, the exhibition also draws on the political symbolism of Bellevue Palace, which stands for democratic representation and political symbolism like no other place. And so Bellevue Palace is not only a venue for the exhibition, but also part of the exhibition itself. A rare opportunity to see the Federal President’s official residence from the inside.
The exhibition is accompanied by a programme of discussions organised by the “Büro der öffentlichen Sache”, which views art as a space for social exchange.
When: 13–28 June 2026, Monday to Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am–7pm; free admission with a time-slot ticket (bookable from 18 May 2026 at adk.de)
Where: Bellevue Palace, Spreeweg 1, Tiergarten
Tip 3: Visit the Vierfelderhof in Gatow
Older West Berliners may still remember the Vierfelderhof in Gatow. Back when West Berlin was walled in, this was where people would go to buy fresh fruit and vegetables from Farmer Bathe. With reunification, interest waned; Farmer Bathe has long since passed away, and the farm fell into disrepair.
Now the farm is back – and open to visitors at weekends and on public holidays. Owner Claudia Lotz focuses on honest farming, hearty cuisine and an open-door policy. There is a small farm shop, a pretty garden and a kitchen where you can sit, and the barn has been turned into a lounge for weddings and training courses. Above all, young farmers are encouraged to share new ideas here in future.
During the week, the farmland is tilled and the animals are tended to: chickens, pigs, cattle, goats, sheep, runner ducks and rabbits are kept here in a species-appropriate manner. Not a petting zoo, but healthy farm animals. And the fresh eggs are, of course, also available in the organic shop. A farm straight out of a picture book.
Tip: From 9 July to 22 August 2026, the Vierfelderhof is hosting farm holidays. Camp weeks for children (aged 4 to 13) can be booked on a weekly basis.
Where: Vierfelderhof, Groß-Glienicker Weg 30, Gatow
When: open to visitors every weekend and on public holidays since 1 May
Tip 4: A new, green oasis for brunch and speciality coffee
Since Easter 2026, a café has been tucked away in Mitte, offering a little retreat: at Café Garten Mitte, you can sit outside surrounded by greenery, with raised beds where plants are naturally cultivated. Everything here is lovingly handmade, from the furniture – crafted by a carpenter friend – to the sourdough bread and brioche, freshly baked every morning.
And inside, there are often creative exhibitions or concerts. After all, this listed building was once home to Berlin’s first ballroom. Many of the historic details are still visible. A real feel-good spot.
When: Monday to Friday 8 am – 5 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9 am – 6 pm
Where: Café Garten Mitte, Joachmistraße 20, Mitte
Tip 5: At the No Sugar Factory, you can enjoy sweet treats without sugar
At the No Sugar Factory in Schöneberg, cookies, cakes and milkshakes get a new recipe: no refined sugar, but protein-rich ingredients and surprisingly few calories. Behind the concept are two friends with a passion for nutrition and a love of experimentation, who are constantly tweaking their recipes. Look forward to delicious desserts and classic baked goods given a fresh twist.
When: Wednesday to Sunday, 11am–6pm
Where: No Sugar Factory, Akazienstraße 29, Schöneberg
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Tip 6: Arrange to meet for dinner at the newly opened Eszenzia
Eszenzia combines seasonal cuisine with an atmosphere that feels almost like a living room. This neighbourhood restaurant in Charlottenburg focuses on mindful eating, personal encounters and little moments of community. Here you can enjoy a relaxed lunch or meet up with friends for a leisurely dinner . The team places great importance on making you feel at home and aims to offer a deliberate alternative to fast-paced gastronomic hotspots. So, take your time, settle in and enjoy the delicious food just as much as a good conversation at the table.
When: Friday & Saturday: 10am–10pm, Sunday & Monday: 10am–5pm
Where: Eszenzia, Danckelmannstraße 20, Charlottenburg
Tip 7: Take your perfect self-portrait at Monochrome Me
A whole photo studio just for you: at Monochrome Me, you can take photos of yourselves using a remote shutter release. It’s almost like a photo booth, except the studio is equipped with a 61-megapixel full-frame camera, professional studio lighting and, of course, a large mirror. Whether you want to pose for a portrait or need a cool group photo (up to four people), at Monochrome Me you can experiment freely, in complete privacy, without a photographer or prying eyes. After a 15-minute introduction, you’ll have 45 minutes to take your star photo – always in timeless black-and-white, by the way.
When: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 10pm
Where: Monochrome Me, Augsburger Straße 27, Charlottenburg
Tip 8: Pizza Village brings Italian flair to the Napoleonkomplex
For four days, the Napoleonkomplex will become ‘Little Italy’: with Pizza Village, one of Italy’s best-known food festivals is celebrating its Berlin debut. Renowned pizzaioli from Naples will serve authentic Neapolitan pizza – from Margherita to exclusive signature creations. There will also be workshops, tastings, live music and a festival atmosphere, bringing Italian light-heartedness right into the heart of Berlin.
When: 28 to 31 May 2026 (free entry)
Where: Pizza Village at the Napoleon Komplex, Modersohnstraße 35–45, Friedrichshain
Tip 9: Cycle across the water on the new Spreebikes
In summer, Berliners tend to use anything that doesn’t sink for a little boat trip. But if you think you’ve seen it all, we’ve got a surprise for you. This season, a new vehicle is launching in Berlin: the Spreebike. You can now cycle along the Spree and other rivers on it. Yes, just like on your bike, except that the water bike is supported on the left and right – much like a catamaran – by two floating hulls. There’s space for your rucksack or pet on the platform in between. So, let’s get out on the water.
When: Monday to Friday from 12 noon, Saturday & Sunday from 11 am
Where: Bootsverleih Kreuzberg, Vor dem Schlesischen Tor 2a, Kreuzberg
Tip 10: The Naughty Chapter: Berlin’s first romance bookshop
Heart-fluttering on the shelves: The Naughty Chapter, Berlin’s first bookshop dedicated entirely to love stories, opens at the end of May. Here you can chat about your favourite tropes and Romantasy authors over a cup of tea or coffee. The walls will, of course, be pink. And on the shelves you’ll find colour-coded sections, romance, New Adult and, of course, the latest BookTok recommendations. Founder and owner Maxi is taking you along on her journey on Instagram, from the search for the right shop right through to the opening on 30 May!
When: Opening on 30 May; regular opening hours not yet known
Where: Goltzstraße 3, Schöneberg
Tip 11: Bari – Italian-American Restaurant & Day Bar
With the Bari Bar, Neukölln is gaining a new meeting place for everyone who loves la dolce vita and leisurely enjoyment. Enjoy your aperitivo in a relaxed day bar atmosphere and come back for dinner. The concept combines Italian-American classics with a laid-back Berlin neighbourhood vibe – open, uncomplicated and perfect for long afternoons, spontaneous pasta evenings and drinks into the late evening. For the soft opening in early May, the team will open its doors for the first time on Friedelstraße.
When: Soft opening on 9 & 10 May 2026, 12 noon–10 pm on both days; regular opening hours not yet announced
Where: Friedelstraße 37, Neukölln
When: Soft opening 9 & 10 May
Where: Friedelstraße 37, Neukölln
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