top5 Unusual things to do in Berlin

Shop like a local! Whether you’re after something specific, or just want to see the best shops Berlin has to offer, the easiest way possible is by going on a private shopping tour run by locals. They’ll help you out and act like your personal shopper.

From fashion to arts & crafts, food, antiques, gifts or souvenirs, your local guide will know where to find everything and tailor your tour to suit your needs. If you want to experience a certain neighborhood (the fantastic shopping district of Friedrichstraße for example) your private guide will make sure you see the best sections. A personalized shopping tour is definitely one of the most unusual things to do in Berlin.

Okay so most people think of schnitzels, pretzels or sauerkraut when you mention German cuisine. And these are admittedly common, and pretty great. But if you scratch below the surface you’ll find, well, more, and taking a cooking class with locals, while one of the more unusual things to do in Berlin, is a great way to experience real German food.

You’ll discover many fantastic traditional dishes like Sauerbraten and Rouladen and learn how to make simple, but delicious dishes like Spätzle (German egg noodles). A traditional cooking class is something you take home with you, each time you make the dish, you’ll rekindle fond memories of Berlin.

Did you ever wanted to join the circus? Well, here’s your chance to learn with a private workshop at the hub of Berlin Circus training, where you’ll learn basic aerial skills! It's a completely safe and fun experience and is sure to give you some stories to tell your friends when you get back home.

The venue’s actually the place where many of the most popular circus performers train, so you will really feel part of the atmosphere with plenty of jugglers, aerialist and acrobats, all perfecting their craft and giving you inspiration. This is by far one of the most unusual things to do in Berlin