Babelsberg
Popular places to visit
Park Babelsberg
Spot impressive works of architecture as you wander along the meandering paths of this wooded park set on the banks of the Havel River.
Alexanderplatz
With its stark, 1960s layout, “Alex” is a showcase of Communist-era architecture and a lively central meeting place for locals.
Zoo Berlin
Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.
Brandenburg Gate
This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.
Potsdamer Platz
Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was leveled during World War II and isolated in the Cold War.
Checkpoint Charlie
Learn about the history of Checkpoint Charlie, a well-known monument in Berlin. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Potsdam: Babelsberg Park Self-Guided Discovery Walk
Potsdam: City and Castles Tour
Private Potsdam Day Trip from Berlin
Potsdam City Tour by Private Car
Berlin: Listening Station Teufelsberg Tour with Transfer
Potsdam Walking City Tour
Babelsberg Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Babelsberg
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Strandbad Wannsee and Botanical Garden are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Krumme Lanke U-Bahn or Berlin-Zehlendorf S-Bahn to see more of the city.
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
Enjoy the popular shops in Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf. Kurfürstendamm is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Heerstraße Station or Heerstrasse S-Bahn to see more of Berlin.
Spandau
Historic sites, lake views, and spas highlight some notable features of Spandau. Make a stop by Spandau Citadel or Havel while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rathaus Spandau U-Bahn or Altstadt Spandau U-Bahn to get around town.
Wilmersdorf
Travelers choose Wilmersdorf for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hohenzollernplatz U-Bahn or Guntzelstrasse U-Bahn and check out top sights like Kurfürstendamm.
Charlottenburg
Kurfürstendamm and Zoo Berlin are top sights in Charlottenburg, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Richard Wagner Place U-Bahn or Bismarckstrasse U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.
West Berlin Centre
Travelers choose West Berlin Centre for its interesting museums. Hop aboard the metro at Uhlandstrasse U-Bahn or Savignyplatz S-Bahn and check out top sights like Kurfürstendamm.
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- Park Babelsberg
- Babelsberg Castle
- Flatowturm
- Alexanderplatz
- Zoo Berlin
- Brandenburg Gate
- Potsdamer Platz
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Kurfürstendamm
- Olympiastadion
- Berlin TV Tower
- Mercedes-Benz Arena
- Messe Berlin
- Reichstag Building
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Waldbühne
- Friedrichstrasse
- Gendarmenmarkt
- DDR Museum
- East Side Gallery
- Hackescher Markt
- Museum Island
- Friedrichstadt-Palast
- Checkpoint Charlie Museum
- Sanssouci Palace
- Berliner Philharmonie
- Kaufhaus des Westens
- Berlin Cathedral
- Potsdam's Brandenburg Gate
- CityCube Berlin