BVG Sightseeing
City tours have never been so yellow!
Don't fancy overpriced city tours and hours of walking around? Then discover Berlin in a relaxed seated position – with our tips on the best BVG lines that will take you directly to the most important sights – for just 3,80 €!
In around 60 minutes, the following bus lines will take you to many of Berlin’s top sights and places of interest – albeit without commentary. All you need is a ticket for tariff zone AB and you are ready to go! You can of course leave the means of transport at any time and explore places on foot. Please remember to check the validity of your ticket, though. If you have a single ticket, for example, you may have to buy a new ticket if you want to board the bus again later. Our ticket overview provides you with information on all BVG tickets in advance. Tickets can also be purchased directly via our BVG apps.
Bus 100 – The classic sightseeing route
Bus route 100 is one of the most popular routes for tourists in Berlin. It connects the Zoological Garden with Alexanderplatz and passes numerous sights along the way:
- Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
- Victory Column
- Bellevue Palace
- Brandenburg Gate
- Unter den Linden
- Neue Wache
- Berlin Cathedral
- TV Tower
The journey takes around 30 minutes and offers an excellent opportunity to explore the city in comfort from a double-decker bus.
Bus 200 – From the Zoo to Prenzlauer Berg
Bus route 200 supplements the route of route 100 and runs from Zoologischer Garten via Potsdamer Platz. Similar to line 100, the 200 also connects central points of West Berlin with Alexanderplatz, but then travels further east towards Prenzlauer Berg. In addition to some of the sights that the 100 bus passes, the 200 bus line also takes you to other highlights and landmarks:
- Philharmonie
- Potsdamer Platz
- Bundesrat and Mall of Berlin
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Nikolaiviertel
- Rotes Rathaus
- Volkspark Friedrichshain
The route connects West and East Berlin in an impressive way and shows you the contrasts and similarities of the capital. Thanks to the modern double-decker buses, you can enjoy the best views of many sights along the way.
Bus 300 – Modern art and history
Bus route 300 starts at the Philharmonie and travels to Warschauer Straße. On the way it passes:
- Potsdamer Platz
- Leipziger Platz
- Brandenburger Tor
- Bebelplatz (Staatsoper)
- Museum Island
- Rotes Rathaus
- Nikolaiviertel
- East Side Gallery
It combines modern architecture with historical sites and is ideal for art and history enthusiasts.
Subway U2 – East meets West
The U2 is one of the most versatile lines if you want to discover Berlin on your own. It takes you directly to the most important cultural, historical and architectural highlights:
- Alexanderplatz
- Klosterstraße / Märkisches Museum
- Potsdamer Platz
- Gleisdreieck
- Zoologischer Garten
- Olympiastadion
It connects East and West and passes many famous sights and neighbourhoods.
Subway U5 – The Museum Line
The U5 subway line connects the main station with Hönow and runs right through the heart of Berlin – perfect for anyone who wants to experience the city's central highlights without having to change trains. Unlike the bus, however, you have to get off the subway to see the sights. But it's also worth sitting down and marvelling at the newly renovated subway stations on the U5. Along the route are important places such as:
- Reichstag
- Brandenburg Gate
- Unter den Linden
- Museum Island
- Rotes Rathaus
- Alexanderplatz
- Tierpark
- Gärten der Welt
The U5 is therefore not only practical, but also one of the most visually appealing subway lines in the city.
Tram M1 – From neighbourhood culture to historical highlights
The M1 tram line connects Hackescher Markt with Pankow and runs through the historic centre of Berlin. Along the route are:
- Schönhauser Allee & Kastanienallee
- Eberswalder Straße
- Mauerpark
- Monbijoupark
- Museum Island
- Humboldt-Universität
- Unter den Linden
- Hauptbahnhof
Thanks to the central route through Prenzlauer Berg with its numerous cafés and boutiques and the historic centre, it is not just a useful means of transport, but a tram with real sightseeing value.
With the right BVG lines, you can experience Berlin in a relaxed way and see all the important highlights. Plan your individual route now with our connection search.