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Gendarmenmarkt

Mitte, 10117 Berlin, Germany
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Ranked #14 of 335 attractions in Berlin
4.5 of 5 stars 400 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Shopping
Fee: No
Description: This picturesque town square is surrounded by several historic structures.
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Kent, England
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The Concert house dominates this square of beautiful buildings. One domed building is a French Church, the other matching domed building is a museum. The whole area is peaceful during the evening, busy during the day. Around Berlin Tour buses seem to vie for business here. Opposite is "The Ampelmann" shop, well worth a visit for quirky gifts. Just a... More

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Eastbourne
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

now thats what I call architecture, shame so much was destroyed by us in the war, but it has been very beautifully restored to its former glory, amaxing More

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Bagram, Afghanistan
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Though I didn't go inside because the churches are currently being renovated, the outside was outstanding. A French church on one side with the German church on the other, with the Opera house in the center. It is also a great place to sit down, eat, and enjoy the beauty. More

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Berks, UK
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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Reminded me of Paris. Sat and had a few beers and enjoyed the atmosphere. Is a bit of a tourist trap so expect to pay more if you eat / drink here. More

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UK
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012
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Beautiful, especially in evening light. Excellent buskers. The French Cathedral closed much earlier than it said on the door so I didn't go up to see the view. The chocolate shop Rausch nearby is fabulous. More

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Auckland, New Zealand
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

A beautiful area of magnificent buidlings, well worth the trip for the architecture. More

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Rome, Italy
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

wow!!! it's a beautiful square!! enjoy your spring and summer time there, drinking a beer at one of the bars in the square and if you wanna a tip, when there is a concert at konzerthaus, take something to drink or to eat, have a seat in the steps of the haus and wait for the concert. it s a... More

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London, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

you have to go here at xmas for the markets the people are so friendly the food was great and not to exspensive the beer is the best in the world and the mulled wine hits the spot in the cold nights More

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Montrose
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136 reviews 136 reviews
Reviews in 74 cities Reviews in 74 cities
119 helpful votes 119 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

It has a really lovely feel to it, architecture, little parks, restaurants and so ideal for strolling around. More

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Northampton, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
1
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A really nice place to relax amongst the historic buildings. The bars and cafes are an excellent place to relax and watch the world go by. More

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