5 Must-See Places When Visiting Berlin with Explorely

If you’ve only got a day to explore Berlin, Germany’s capital of contrasts, innovation, and history, then it helps to have a smart guide in your pocket. Cue Explorely—an interactive travel game app that turns sightseeing into an adventure. Think walking tour meets trivia challenge, with a healthy dose of photo quests thrown in to spice up the journey.

Armed with nothing but curiosity and the app, your journey through Berlin becomes more than just a visit—it transforms into a game. You don’t just look at landmarks, you engage with them. Let’s dive into the five must-see spots you’ll hit when exploring Berlin with Explorely.

1. Brandenburg Gate: A Gateway to the Past

Your journey starts at the iconic Brandenburg Gate, Berlin’s neoclassical masterpiece and symbol of unity. As you approach, Explorely drops a few historical breadcrumbs: why was this gate sealed off during the Cold War? What role did it play in the fall of the Berlin Wall?

Then comes the first challenge—a quiz testing your Cold War knowledge. No pressure, but bragging rights are on the line. Once you've answered, the app dares you to capture the gate from a creative angle. Cue a frenzy of photography and debates about whether jumping mid-air in front of it really counts as “creative.”

2. Reichstag Building: Democracy Under Glass

A short stroll from the gate leads to the Reichstag Building, where politics and design collide. Explorely not only provides historical context (spoiler: it survived arson, Nazis, and reunification), but also adds layers to the experience with hidden facts about its stunning glass dome.

Here, you’re challenged to find a quote etched into the spiral walkway—extra points if you can decipher its deeper meaning. Photo quest? Capture the reflection of the clouds in the dome’s mirrored cone. It’s a contemplative pause, blending modern architecture with democratic ideals.

3. East Side Gallery: A Wall Worth Looking At

Next, hop on the U-Bahn toward the East Side Gallery, the largest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall, now transformed into a kaleidoscope of political street art. Explorely shifts gears here, emphasizing emotion and expression.

As you scroll through the app, you learn about the artists behind each mural. It asks: which piece resonates with you most, and why? A thought-provoking quiz tests your knowledge of post-wall Berlin, and the app nudges you to recreate a famous mural pose—a hilarious moment, especially if your group can't agree who has the best “peace sign” face.

4. Alexanderplatz: Pulse of the Modern City

Back in the heart of the city, Alexanderplatz is a sensory overload. The app becomes more fast-paced here, offering timed challenges: can you spot Berlin’s World Clock before the countdown ends? Can you name three things that have changed in this square over the last 50 years?

Explorely turns what might have been a simple walk past shops and fountains into a dynamic scavenger hunt. You’re snapping photos of TV Tower reflections in puddles and debating whether currywurst counts as cultural history. (Spoiler: it totally does.)

5. Berlin Cathedral: A Heavenly Ending

Finally, the day winds down at the majestic Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom). Towering and ornate, it’s the perfect grand finale. Explorely prompts one last quiz on Prussian kings and royal tombs, and challenges you to find the best panoramic view from the dome.

The last photo quest is perhaps the most rewarding: capture the golden evening light bouncing off the cathedral’s dome. With tired feet and full memory cards, there’s a collective realization that this app didn’t just guide you—it immersed you.

Final Thoughts

Berlin is a city where history whispers from every street corner, and Explorely makes sure you’re listening. Rather than ticking off landmarks, you’re unlocking stories, solving clues, and collecting memories that feel earned. In just one day, you don’t just see Berlin—you play it.

So next time you're city-hopping with limited time, let Explorely be your game master. Berlin awaits, and it never plays the same way twice.