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Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor)

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 290 attractions in Berlin
Traveler Description:
Located in no-man's land between East and West Germany during the Cold War, this famous monument, built during the 18th-century reign of Friedrich... more » Located in no-man's land between East and West Germany during the Cold War, this famous monument, built during the 18th-century reign of Friedrich Wilhelm II, has long been a defining symbol of Berlin and both the city's division and unification. « less
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Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest, Monument
Address: Unter den Linden
Pariser Platz Berlin 10117
Germany

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Reviews of Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor)

( 1-9 of 9 )
5 of 5 stars
Paris, France
Sep 20, 2008

A must see in Berlin. Then walk down Unter den Linden more

5 of 5 stars
Belfast
Feb 19, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

The Brandenburg Gate was on our itinerary as one of the must sees during our trip to Berlin. We got the underground from Alexanderplatz and eventually arrived at the nearest stop and began our walk to the Gate, and we were not disappointed. It was only getting dark when we arrived and the gate was good, however when the light... more

Jan 29, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

The Brandenburg Gate is the new symbol of the new Germany. Its a historic site that was at the forefront of the Cold War for so many years, one that has rightfully been pictured on countless postcards and calendars. Yet - for the past 10 years - everytime I visit Berlin, its view is obstructred by construction cranes or gigantic... more

3 of 5 stars
Military Wife
Jan 13, 2008

First of all let me emphasize that I loved the Brandenburg Gate and surrounding area. Lots of history in & around it. I especially liked the funny facts that our tour guide (4hr walking tour) shared with us about JFK's speach (Ich bin Berliner = I am a Jelly Donut) and...... some funny stories & facts about Hotel Adlon right... more

Oct 15, 2007
3/4 found this review helpful

This is one of my favorite places in Berlin, you know you are in Berlin when you stand in front of the the Brandenburg Gate. Yes this place is fascinating, you can relate to it, when the news pictures were beamed across the world, I remember this area being the focus point. I like to have a beer outside the... more

5 of 5 stars
London, United Kingdom
Jun 10, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

One of my personal highlights of my Berlin trip was visiting the Brandenburg Tor, especially because I’m a fan of “Wings of Desire” by Wim Wenders ([--]). You should defo watch this movie before going to Berlin. It’ll be more sentimental. more

May 30, 2008

La Brandeburger Tor es un símbolo de la ciudad berlinesa, un hito. Es impresionante verla desde lejos caminando por Unter... more

4 of 5 stars
Seville, Spain
Jul 1, 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

Es un lugar de paso obligatorio cuando estás en esta magnifica ciudad. Es tan impresionante, majestuosa, imponente que aún faltan... more

Nov 17, 2006
5/7 found this review helpful

Me encantó Berlín. Es una ciudad con mucha vida, muy joven y multicultural. Fuera del centro de la ciudad y... more

Reviews of Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor)

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Unter den Linden | Pariser Platz, Berlin 10117, Germany