Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Berlin, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Well-Being
Inhabiting one of the more casual capitals in western Europe, most Berliners treat spa visits and beauty appointments as special treats rather than weekly indulgences. However, well-being... read more
Beauty Salons
Given the city’s tendency to the informal, Berlin does not have a huge number of beauty salons. Still, there are a number of places with experts operating in bright, relaxing... read more
Hairdressers
Haidressers (friseurs) are not hard to find in Berlin. Most small, local shops charge €10 per haircut, occasionally less for men. The procedure in these places is to take a number... read more
Health Spas
Opened in November 2007, Adlon Day Spa is Berlin's most luxurious spa. At 1 Under den Linden, Hotel Adlon is an icon of imperial Berlin – the story goes that Kaiser Wilhelm II personally... read more
Massage
Berliners often treat themselves to a massage, especially in winter when they help relieve seasonal depression commonly brought on by few hours of daylight. Many types of massage are... read more
Meditation
Located in a courtyard on Landwehrkanal, this centre is a Kreuzberg institution. A team of 20 therapists and meditation experts offer workshops and daily guided sessions. One of the most... read more
Nail Bars
Nail bars are a fairly new phenomenon in Berlin. Many beauty salons and some hairdressers offer nail services, and unlike spa treatments or haircuts, walk-ins are usually accepted.... read more
Pilates
Classes in this mint green, sunny studio feel like an escape. There are four levels, ranging from beginner to advanced, and people of all ages, shapes and sizes are welcome. Group... read more
Reiki
Reiki is a relaxation and meditation healing therapy that originated in Japan. It is practiced by touching the recipient to banish their negative energy. Reiki is often coupled with... read more
Tai Chi
Gesundheitsport means ‘healthy sport’, so it follows that tai chi and qigong are on offer, both ancient Asian martial arts known for benefits, including increased flexibility,... read more
