Tips for a Great Summer Holiday Season
As the summer holidays approach, Berlin transforms into a vibrant playground of endless possibilities for families. With its rich history, cultural diversity, and modern attractions, there is something for everyone in this bustling city. Here are some tips to help you and your children make the most of the summer holiday season in Berlin.
Plan Your Time
Create a vacation plan that helps you find a good balance between relaxation and meaningful activities.
- Set Clear Priorities: Identify what relaxation means for you and make sure to include activities that align with those preferences.
- Plan for Downtime: Schedule regular breaks throughout the day to avoid burnout.
- Involve the Whole Family: Let each family member have a say in the itinerary. This way, everyone has a chance to look forward to specific activities, and it can help in maintaining a positive mood.
- Include Educational Fun: Look for activities that offer learning opportunities in a fun way, such as visiting historical sites, nature reserves, or science centres.
- Capture the Moments: Make time for family photos that create lasting memories!
Try Something New
Use the free time to try out a new hobby or sport.
Hobby Ideas
- Creative Arts: Drawing/Painting, Photography or Music
- Crafts: Model Building or Knitting/Crocheting
- Writing and Reading
- Technology and Science: Coding or Robotics
- Outdoor Activities: Gardening or Bird Watching
- Cooking/Baking
- Volunteering
Sports Ideas
- Team Sports: Football, Basketball or Volleyball
- Individual Sports: Swimming, Tennis or Martial Arts
- Adventure Sports: Rock Climbing or Mountain Biking
- Racket Sports: Badminton or Table Tennis
Visit Local Attractions
Discover new places in Berlin that you have not visited yet.
Some Ideas from Us
- Museums and Educational Centres: Museum of Natural History, German Museum of Technology and Berlin’s Jewish Museum.
- Parks and Outdoor Activities: Tiergarten, Tempelhofer Feld and Gärten der Welt (Gardens of the World).
- Attractions and Entertainment: Berlin Zoo and Aquarium, Legoland Discovery Center, Filmpark Babelsberg.
- Historical Sites and Landmarks: Berlin Wall Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie and Brandenburg Gate.
- Unique Experiences: Madame Tussauds Berlin, Postdamer Plats and Berliner Unterwelten.
- Day Trips: Schloss Charlottenburg and Sanssouci Palace in Postdam.
- Water Fun: Strandbad Wannsee and Aquadom & SEA LIFE Berlin.
Read a Book
Find a good book that interests you and enjoy the peace and quiet of reading.
Some Ideas from Us
- “Harry Potter” series by J.K. Rowling
- “The Maze Runner” by James Dashner
- “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky
- “Naruto” by Masashi Kishimoto
- “The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger
Spend Time With Family and Friends
Use the holidays to spend valuable time with your loved ones!
We hope this article makes for a great summer holiday season in Berlin, full of activities. If you want to find out more about Mentora Gymnasium, you can make an appointment and visit our school or take part in one of the regular open days we host.