Those who come to Berlin should probably visit Alexanderplatz, at least for show. But I'll warn you right away: at least for me personally, this place didn't cause any wow effect. Yes, there are many shops, boutiques, cafes and restaurants for every taste. Probably, the main symbol of the square can be called the famous Weltzeituhr clock (World Clock). On the downside— it's quite dirty in some places, and in some places the smells are such that they will be remembered for a long time. I also got the impression that the square is a popular meeting place for local youth and people who come just to sit, chat or spend time. Due to this, it is almost always lively here. Overall, my impressions were twofold. On the one hand, I feel the atmosphere of a big city and the constant movement, on the other hand, I didn't have a special desire to stay for a long time. But the advantage is that, in my opinion, there are more interesting sights within walking distance from the point of view of culture and architecture.: The Red Town Hall (Rotes Rathaus), the Fountain of Neptune (Neptunbrunnen) and the Church of St. Mary (Marienkirche). So it's worth a look here, but I wouldn't have high expectations. Overall, I would rate this place about 3.6 out of 5 stars for myself — it's worth a visit, especially if it's your first time in Berlin, but Alexanderplatz didn't leave a strong impression on me.

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