Berlin is a city that reveals itself slowly — and only to those who know where to look. The best restaurants don't have Instagram pages. The most interesting bars don't have signs. The real nightlife doesn't start until the tourists have gone home.
Berlin Unlocked pairs you with two dedicated local hosts — people who live and work in this city, who've built their lives here, and who genuinely love sharing it. Your hosts aren't professional guides. They're architects, filmmakers, startup founders, and journalists who happen to know this city inside and out.
They'll invite you into their neighborhoods, their favorite spots, and — if you're up for it — their homes for an aperitif before heading out. Every experience is built entirely around you: your interests, your pace, your curiosity.
2–3Guests per experience — intimate by design
2Dedicated Berlin hosts for your evening
100%Customized to your interests and season
0Scripts, tour buses, or tourist traps
What Awaits You
Every Evening Is Different. Every Evening Is Yours.
Your experience is shaped by what excites you. Here's a taste of what's possible — though the best moments are always the ones we can't plan for.
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Neighborhood Discovery
Explore Berlin's distinct Kieze — from the quiet courtyards of Prenzlauer Berg to the raw energy of Neukölln. Your hosts show you the streets where they actually live, shop, and unwind.
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Hidden Dining
Skip the reservation apps. Eat where Berliners eat — from a legendary Kreuzberg Döner spot to a candlelit wine bar that doesn't show up on Google Maps. We know the owners.
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Berlin After Dark
Berlin's nightlife is a world unto itself. Your hosts know how to navigate it — the right clubs, the right timing, the right approach. No guarantees, but the best possible odds.
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Art & Culture
Beyond Museum Island: underground galleries, studio visits, street art that tells a story, and cultural spaces that reflect Berlin's creative pulse — curated by people who live in this scene.
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The Berlin Conversation
The housing market. East vs. West, thirty-five years later. Why people move here and never leave. Your hosts share the stories, contradictions, and culture that make Berlin unlike anywhere else.
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Aperitivo & Home
Start or pause your evening in a real Berlin apartment. Your hosts open their home for drinks and effortless conversation — a window into how people actually live in this city, before the night really begins.
A Night With Berlin Unlocked
What Could Your Evening Look Like?
No two evenings are ever the same — this is just one example of how a night with Berlin Unlocked might unfold. Your hosts, your interests, your city.
In this example: your hosts are Lena, an architect who has lived in Kreuzberg for twelve years and knows every hidden courtyard in the city, and Marcus, a creative director deeply embedded in Berlin's art and nightlife scene. You've told us you love contemporary art, good food, and want to experience real Berlin after dark.
4:00 pm
Meet Your Hosts & Explore a Neighborhood
Lena and Marcus meet you at a local café. Over coffee, you get to know each other — then head out into the neighborhood on foot. Hidden courtyards, street art, local shops, and the stories behind every corner.
5:30 pm
Underground Art Exhibition
Marcus takes you to a gallery opening you'd never find on your own — he knows the artists personally. The kind of space that doesn't show up online, in a building that looks like nothing from the outside.
7:00 pm
Aperitivo at Lena's Place
Lena opens her Kreuzberg apartment for drinks and conversation. Natural wine, good music, the view from her rooftop — a genuine window into how people live in this city.
8:30 pm
Dinner at the New Hot Restaurant in Town
The kind of place that's fully booked for months — but Marcus knows the chef. Berlin's food scene is quietly world-class, and tonight you're right at the center of it.
10:30 pm
A Hidden Speakeasy Bar
No sign on the door, no listing online. A discreet entrance, exceptional cocktails, and the feeling that you've been let in on a secret only Berliners know.
12:00 am
One of Berlin's Infamous Nightclubs
If you're up for it, the night is just beginning. Your hosts guide you through Berlin's legendary nightlife — the right place, the right timing, the right energy. This is the Berlin people talk about for years.
How It Works
From First Inquiry to an Unforgettable Evening
We take the time to get it right. Every detail is considered, every experience is built from scratch — for you.
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Reach Out
Tell us about yourself, your travel dates, and what excites you about Berlin. We respond within 24 hours.
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Video Consultation
A personal video call to understand your interests, your group, and your vision. This is where your private experience takes shape.
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Your Proposal
We craft a tailored proposal including your matched hosts and a flexible experience outline. Pricing is individual and transparent.
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Berlin Awaits
Meet your hosts, step into their world, and experience the city the way it was meant to be experienced — from the inside.
From Our Guests
"We've traveled to 30 countries and this was, without exaggeration, the single most memorable evening we've had anywhere. It wasn't a tour — it felt like spending the night with old friends who happened to live in the most fascinating city in Europe."
Sarah & James — New York, October 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Want to Know
Berlin Unlocked is a private, fully customized experience where you spend an evening (or a full day) with two real Berliners — people who live and work in this city. They share their neighborhoods, their favorite hidden spots, and their genuine daily life with you. It's not a tour. It's an invitation into the real Berlin.
Our hosts are carefully selected Berliners who have lived in the city for many years and work in diverse, interesting fields — architecture, media, the creative industry, tech, journalism, and more. They're not professional tour guides. They're welcoming, open-minded people who genuinely enjoy sharing their city.
Each experience is designed for a small group of 2–3 guests, paired with two hosts. This intimate format ensures genuine connection and allows us to tailor everything to your group's interests and energy. Larger groups can be accommodated on request.
There's no "typical" — that's the point. But to give you an idea: you might start by exploring a neighborhood on foot with your hosts, visit an underground art exhibition, head to your host's apartment for aperitivo and conversation, dine at the hottest new restaurant only locals know about, discover a hidden speakeasy bar with no sign on the door, and finish the night at one of Berlin's infamous nightclubs. Everything is adapted to the season, your interests, and the city's pulse that evening.
Berlin's club culture is built on authenticity — and that means no one can guarantee entry anywhere. What we offer is hosts who deeply understand the scene, know how to navigate it, and significantly increase your chances. They'll guide you on timing, approach, and the unwritten rules. The magic of Berlin nightlife is that it remains unpredictable — and that's part of what makes it special.
We recommend reaching out at least 3–4 weeks before your trip. Since every experience is custom-built and our hosts have their own professional lives, advance planning ensures the best possible match and availability. That said, we'll always try to accommodate shorter timelines.
Every experience is individually priced based on duration, group size, and what you'd like to do. After our video consultation, we provide a transparent, all-inclusive proposal with no hidden costs. Berlin Unlocked is a premium, bespoke service — we invest significant time and care into crafting each experience.
All our hosts are fluent in both German and English. Several also speak French, Spanish, or other languages. During the matching process, we ensure your hosts are comfortable communicating in your preferred language.
Yes. Berlin is a different city in every season, and our experiences reflect that. A summer evening might include rooftop drinks and open-air venues, while a winter experience could start with Glühwein at a local Christmas market no tourist has ever heard of. Each season has its own magic.
That's exactly what we're built for. Whether you're passionate about brutalist architecture, natural wine, underground electronic music, street art, Berlin's startup scene, or Cold War history — we match you with hosts who share those interests and can take you deeper than any guidebook ever could.
Absolutely. Birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, bachelor and bachelorette celebrations — we've crafted experiences around special moments and can weave in surprises, specific venues, or personal touches. Just let us know what you're celebrating.
Get in Touch
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Let's Talk
Tell us a little about yourself and what you're looking for. We'll get back to you within 24 hours with next steps. No commitment, no pressure — just a conversation about what's possible.