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What to do in Potsdam
Popular places to visit
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz is a marvellous example of 1960s architecture and a centralised meeting place within Berlin that’s particularly popular with local residents.
Potsdamer Platz
Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was completely destroyed during the Second World War and isolated during the Cold War.
Brandenburg Gate
This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.
Kurfürstendamm
Often described as “Berlin’s Champs-Élysées,” this elegant promenade is the city’s premier shopping strip and is punctuated with a moving war memorial.
Zoo Berlin
Say “Guten Tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of the most comprehensive and elegant zoos in Europe.
Checkpoint Charlie
You can learn about the history of Berlin with a visit to Checkpoint Charlie. Discover the acclaimed art scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Olympiastadion
Catch an event at Olympiastadion during your trip to Berlin. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Berlin TV Tower
Take in breathtaking views of Berlin and enjoy a meal in a revolving restaurant inside the sphere of this iconic tower, the tallest structure in Germany.
Waldbühne
Enjoy a show at Waldbühne, a storied theater in Berlin. Discover the acclaimed art scene and notable monuments in this walkable area.
Areas of Potsdam
Babelsberg
Discover Babelsberg, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Babelsberg include Babelsberg Film Park and Griebnitzsee, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Babelsberg S-Bahn.
Innenstadt
Discover Innenstadt, memorable for its historic sites. Popular attractions in Innenstadt include Museum Barberini and Potsdam Harbour, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Central Station/H.-Mann-Allee Tram Stop.
Potsdam Süd
While you're in Potsdam Süd, take in top sights like Potsdam Forest and Havel Lake Area and jump on the metro at Zum Kahleberg Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Potsdam Nord
While visiting Potsdam Nord, you might make a stop by sights like Bornstedt Royal Estate and The Biosphere and Potsdam People's Park.
Nördliche Vorstadt
While visiting Nördliche Vorstadt, you might make a stop by sights like Schloss Cecilienhof and Neuer Garten.
Westliche Vorstadt
While you're in Westliche Vorstadt, take in top sights like Templiner See and jump on the metro at Schloss Charlottenhof Tram Stop to see more of the city.
