Himmelreich

Himmelreich, on Simon-Dach-Straße in Berlin’s Friedrichshain, is a cocktail bar that’s been around since 2003, pulling in a younger, trendy crowd of gay, lesbian, and straight patrons. It’s a pretty good spot on one of the neighborhood's busier bar strips.

You get both indoor and outdoor space here. There's an indoor smoking room, which you don't see everywhere anymore, plus a big outdoor terrace. That terrace is key when the weather's good; it’s perfect for watching the street scene go by in Friedrichshain.

Berlin bars generally don't care who you are, and Himmelreich is no different. LGBTQ+ travelers mix right in with locals. It's a cocktail bar, so the drinks menu is solid, and if you’re trying to save a few euros, hit the Wednesday Happy Hour.

The location helps if you’re planning a night out in Friedrichshain. Himmelreich is connected to Grosse Freiheit 114, another bar, and Kurhaus Horsakow, a restaurant. So you can move between all three without much fuss, whether you’re just having a drink, eating, or kicking off a longer night.