Planning my first trip to Germany. Read through the older threads but wanted to check if info is still current.
My main questions:
1. Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
2. Realistic daily budget including accommodation?
3. Any areas to avoid?
4. How is the quality compared to the Philippines?
5. Any apps to use before arriving?
Coming from the US with experience in Europe but first time in Germany.
Any recent reports or recommendations appreciated. Thanks!
Best areas in Germany? Planning my first trip
Started by LiverpoolLee · 25 Feb 2026 · 1075 views
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Quick question — how was the transport?
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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I was there in March and prices were about average. Spent about $50/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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This matches my experience. Germany is worth the trip.
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Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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This matches my experience. Germany is worth the trip.
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Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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