Berliner Fernsehturm (Berlin TV Tower)

A great visit as part of a stay in Berlin. Be mindful when planning your visit as you'll have to book in advance and select a time slot to get in. There are stairs and no lifts to get to the elevator that gets you up to the tower. You'll have to leave any prams in the coats room. Lightning will have a great impact in how you see Berlin from above, dawn and sunset are special times. Plan ahead if you want to visit during those slots. And don't miss the view of the inside of the tower from the elevator.
Javier Cano - 2 weeks ago

I booked the breakfast experience for my partner and I. It wasn’t as full as we were expecting and we were totally blown away with our window seat. It was a clear sunny morning and the changing view over the 1 hour 40 mins. The breakfast was well presented and service was excellent. It’s a unique experience. For the extra cost over just going to the viewing platform it’s worth every extra pound/euro! You get a clearer extremely relaxing view and no crowds. We were lucky with the weather on a November day and noticed that it got more hazy later in the morning. There is a system for letting people in to the building which mixes those going to viewing deck and those got the restaurant. It might be better to give priority to eaters as they have specific time slots. I wish I’d taken my binoculars. All in all I’d highly recommend the restaurant experience for breakfast time views. Even though it was ‘just’ breakfast it seemed nevertheless quite romantic for our little celebration.
Stephen Curry - a month ago

Iconic View, But Manage Your Expectations As a Berlin resident, I finally took the plunge to visit the TV Tower with my guests from abroad. I booked the Standard Ticket with the bar reservation included, and I have to praise the overall organization: getting in was incredibly efficient, and the elevator ride was impressively fast. The 360-degree view on a clear day is, of course, absolutely phenomenal and gives you a panoramic understanding of the entire city. The Major Downside: Overcrowding Unfortunately, the experience at the top was quite disappointing due to the severe overcrowding. It was so crowded that it was difficult to move, and we could barely get close to the windows to view the city in a relaxed way. It felt hectic and rushed, which really diminished the beauty of the experience. Bar Service Saves the Day A huge positive was the bar. They have great drink options, and the barman was very generous with the portions of wine, which certainly helped make the visit more enjoyable despite the crowds! Verdict: While the organization and bar service were excellent, the sheer number of people allowed up at once is poorly managed. If the tower better controlled the number of visitors allowed per time slot, this experience would be world-class. It’s worth doing once for the view, but be prepared for a very crowded and potentially frustrating experience if you visit during a busy time.
Halide Ebcinoglu - a month ago

Standing tall over Alexanderplatz, the Berlin TV Tower is one of those landmarks that truly lives up to the hype. Tickets can be purchased easily online or directly at the booths by the entrance — we arrived around 12:45 and managed to get an entry slot for 13:30, which was pleasantly efficient. The ground floor houses a well-stocked gift shop and a VR experience centre, while one level up you’ll find the security area and lifts that whisk you up to the observation deck in seconds. We visited on a clear Monday afternoon, and luck was on our side — no crowds, no queues, just sweeping, uninterrupted views of Berlin in every direction. From above, the city unfolds like a living map — the sharp contrast between the architectural styles of the former East and West Berlin is fascinating to observe. It’s the kind of view that instantly orients you to the city’s history and scale, offering both beauty and perspective in equal measure. My Verdict: Iconic, efficient, and unmissable. Whether you’ve seen the view from the Eiffel Tower or The Shard, Berlin’s Fernsehturm holds its own — a must-see moment in the heart of the city.
Stanley - 3 weeks ago

I booked the visit to Fernsehturm with high expectations about the service and price, considering the ticket costs almost 30 Euros, but ended up being quite dissapointed. The staff at ticket counter was rude and unhelpful. The views itself were nice, but the windows were so dirty. Honestly I think the view from Berlin Cathedral are much better and for a fraction of the price.
Adam Bergl - 3 weeks ago