5 Beautiful Cities You Must Visit In Germany

From fabulous food and medieval villages to fairytale castles, Germany gives you many reasons to travel there at least once. Though the country offers a multitude of places to visit travelers usually throng to Germany’s most iconic cities which are full of life and plenty of ways to entertain you. These city streets are home to world-class museums, fine dining options, spas, and more. If you are having trouble deciding where to visit, here is a list of Germany’s most unforgettable cities sure to give you a head start on your planning.

# Berlin

The culture hub of the country Berlin is the capital of Germany. The city has a cosmopolitan vibe and is beloved for Avante-Garde art, museums, architecture, history, and nightlife. Famed for its alternative scene and acceptance that anything goes, simply being in Berlin and experiencing the atmosphere is intoxicating in itself. With many visitors keen to learn about its turbulent political history Berlin is the most popular destination in the country. Make sure to visit Iconic structures like the Fernsehturm (TV Tower), Reichstag (government building), and Gedächtniskirche (Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church) which are not only symbols of Berlin but for Germany. Walking along the Berlin Wall and visiting the haunting Holocaust memorial are just two must-do activities in this multicultural and modern city.

# Munich

Known as München, this city is the gateway to the Alps. It is said to be one of the most charming cities in Germany. The capital of Bavaria, the city offers first-class museums and regal German architecture like Marienplatz and its famed glockenspiel, as well as the Nymphenburg Palace. Munich is a fantastically wealthy city that perfectly highlights its rich cultural heritage while remaining contemporary at the same time. It is most famous for being the center of Oktober fest which attracts over 6 million visitors every year.

# Frankfurt Au Main

Frankfurt is the business and finance center of Germany and much of Europe. With glittering glass twinkling from its towering skyscrapers, this dynamic city is home to over 5.5 million people. Thanks to its International Airport, Frankfurt is the major travel hub for Germany and much of Europe. Frankfurt is a mix of a modern hub filled with skyscrapers as well as an old medieval town filled with quaint cafes and traditional taverns allowing its visitors to experience a charming contrast between the two. Adding to the city is the Main river, allowing you to enjoy long walks on its banks.

# Cologne

Home to the impressive cathedral’s twin spires towering above the city and founded by the Romans, Cologne is one of the oldest cities of Germany. The soaring Cathedral of Cologne is the centerpiece with dual towers reaching 157-meters into the sky and can be seen from all over the city making it a must-visit place in the city. If chocolate is your desired vice, visit the Chocolate Museum which covers the long history of turning cocoa beans into chocolate. For those of romantic hearts, you can always leave a locket declaring your undying love at the Hohenzollernbrucke bridge.

# Hamburg

Located in the North of Germany, Hamburg is the second-largest city in the country. It has a bustling port that has welcomed people to its shores to trade and make merry since the Middle Ages. Several waterways run through its center and Hamburg has more bridges than Amsterdam and Venice combined. The city embraces its gritty, sailor and this is most evident in its red-light district Reeperbahn, filled with seedy bars it is also the hot spot for clubs. It’s famous for being the place where the Beatles got their start.