Weekend getaway Berlin

City trip Berlin with Intercity Berlin

From € 38 one-way trip with Intercity Berlin
Within 5.51 hours to the heart of Berlin
Travel quickly and in comfort
Directly from Amsterdam

City trip to Berlin

Looking for a new destination for a weekend getaway? Berlin is a vibrant and historic city and is only 5.51 hours by train from Amsterdam. A city break to Berlin has it all: modern and historical art, a hip fashion and art scene and city beaches where you can take a refreshing swim or enjoy music and drinks.

Quickly to the heart of Berlin

Want a comfortable journey to the heart of Berlin for a city trip? Would you like to arrive well-rested at your city break destination? Then choose to travel to Berlin by train. Your journey will be easy, quick and inexpensive. With Intercity Berlin you can travel in just 5.51 hours from Amsterdam Central to Berlin, where you will get off at Berlin Hauptbahnhof station. Relax and enjoy comfortable seats, many views and arrival in the heart of the city. This way you will have more energy for your Berlin city trip!

Discover historic Berlin

During your weekend getaway in Berlin you shouldn’t forget to visit one of Berlin's many historic sites such as the Berlin Wall or the Mauer Museum as they are connected to one of the biggest events in recent history. They leave a deep impression on visitors and are definitely places you should experience during your visit to Berlin.

On the bike through Berlin

Berlin is a true cycling metropolis. Not surprisingly, because with some 650 kilometres of cycle lanes and many flat roads, it is the ideal city to discover by bike. Book a cycle tour of Berlin's highlights during your city break, or choose your own route to discover all the important sights. Cycle, for example, from Alexanderplatz to the Brandenburg Gate and discover historic Berlin. Or cycle along the banks of the Spree and enjoy the combination of nature and architecture.

Prefer to take your own bike with you on a city trip? With Intercity Berlin you can take your own bike with you from the Netherlands to Berlin for just € 12 one-way. Chances are it is cheaper than renting a bike locally. Find more information here about travelling with a bicycle on the train.

A refreshing swim in Berlin

Finding refreshment during your weekend Berlin is easy: take a dip in the Badeschiff in the middle of the Spree. Swimming, sunbathing and dancing in a club, it can all be found here. If you enjoy the beach, you’ll be surprised that you can find it in Berlin. Strandbar Mitte is the place where locals (learn to) dance the salsa and tango. You can combine it perfectly with some culture. You can find Museuminsel on the other side of the Spree, there are the most famous art museums of Berlin.

Food & Drinks Berlin

Eating in Berlin is like taking a trip around the world. There is a mixture of different cuisines and cultures but also the Berlin cuisine is strongly present. Berlin is also a good place to get a beer, like in the Biergarten of Schleusenkrug, which is also a great place to meet the real Berliner.

Visit the oldest zoo in Germany

During your weekend in Berlin, visit the Zoologischer Garten with your children. Want to go to Berlin for a weekend with your children? The Zoologischer Garten in Berlin is definitely worth a visit. The zoo is more than 35 hectares and has the greatest diversity of animal species in the world. Located in the east of the city, the oldest zoo in the world is easy to reach, which makes it an ideal outing for a city break with the whole family.

Train and hotel package Berlin

Are you ready for a weekend in Berlin by train, but not sure where to stay? In cooperation with our tour operator partners, we offer great train and hotel packages in Berlin.So, you can travel carefree and we will arrange both train and hotel for your city break to Berlin.

Tips to book cheap train tickets

Do you already know what day and time you want to travel? Then choose for a Supersparpreis Europa rate: the best rate for the price-conscious travellers. You will not be able to cancel or rebook the ticket.

General tips for getting the cheapest tickets

Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
Book online to avoid booking fee.

Tips to get the best rates

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