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How to move around Berlin
Public Transport
Travelling around Berlin on public transport is both easy and cheap. There are three integrated types of public transport within the city. There are also canal boats.
The classic means of transport are the metro (U-Bahn), trams (S-Bahn) and buses.
The city is divided in to three zones: A is the city centre, B the suburbs and C the hinterland. Ticket prices depend on which zones you travel through; there are also multi-tickets and a special Berlin Welcome Card (SEE).
Children under 5 travel free on all public transport.
The Berlin metro (U-Bahn) and the trams (S-Bahn) allow you to travel efficiently and independently around the city.
There are no turnstiles on the metro but there are frequent checks and not having a ticket, in addition to showing yourself up, will result in a hefty fine.
The tram routes are extremely extensive. The 56 lines allow you to move easily around the city. The most useful bus for tourists visiting the city is the number 100 that stops near all the main monuments.
Getting a bike in Berlin means adapting to local habits, but also obeying the rules. The city's main roads have cycle lanes and it is forbidden to ride in the car lanes. On the other hand, the cycle lanes must be respected by everyone, pedestrians included, not doing so means risking being run down or rebuked.
