The public transportation system in Berlin (operated by the BVG) is very well developed and one can reach the countryside as well.
Busses and trains commonly operate until after midnight. Selected bus and train lines run during the whole night.
Tickets can be purchased in busses from the driver or from vending machines at the train stations and tram stops.
Further information including special tickets for tourists can be found on the web pages of the BVG.
Taxis
In Germany taxis always show a black and yellow sign with yellow letters "TAXI" and have the color of ivory.
Free taxis can be identified by their lighted sign. They can easily be stopped by hand sign or can be called by phone.
The taximeter must be switched on for every trip and indicates the bill. A tip of 5 to 10 % of the amount is a usual thing.
Some taxi companies in Berlin are listed below: City-Funk Spreefunk Würfelfunk
Rental / own car
Of course one can explore Berlin by car. The parking situation in the center of Berlin is, as in all big cities, somewhere between strained and hopeless.
Usually, heavier traffic jams are only during the rush hour, the other times the traffic runs almost free.
All major international car rental firms as well as many smaller local companies can be found in Berlin.
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