Berlin is a city of tangible creative energy with a healthy dose of cultural significance.

It is a city of constant change and its ability to reinvent itself can be attributed to its complex history. Whether it's a luxurious hotel in an old bathhouse, experimental works of art in a former margarine factory, or an ever-evolving roster of musicians and designers, the city is teeming with diversity and creativity.

The Monocle travel guide for Berlin takes you to our favorite places of independent shopping and the best places to eat and drink.

Berlin is about more than nightclubs and hangovers - although Berlin's nightlife rarely fails. We guarantee this guide will show you that there is much more to discover.