Babelsberg Travel Guide
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 acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Potsdam: Babelsberg Park Self-Guided Discovery Walk
Potsdam: City and Castles Tour
Private Potsdam WW2 and Cold War Black Van Tour
Potsdam: Private Bus Tour with Park Walk to Sanssouci Palace
Berlin: World Heritage Cruise to Potsdam
Potsdam Private Sightseeing Tour with vehicle and Photographer Guide
Top hotels in Babelsberg
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Other neighbourhoods 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
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Kurfürstendamm to Zoo Berlin – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Spandau
Historical 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
Consider a visit to Kurfürstendamm and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Wilmersdorf. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Hohenzollernplatz U-Bahn or Guntzelstrasse U-Bahn.
Charlottenburg
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Charlottenburg. Kurfürstendamm is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Richard Wagner Place U-Bahn or Bismarckstrasse U-Bahn to see more of Berlin.
West Berlin Centre
Travellers choose West Berlin Centre for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Uhlandstrasse U-Bahn or Savignyplatz S-Bahn and check out top sights like Kurfürstendamm.
- Park Babelsberg
- Alexanderplatz
- Zoo Berlin
- Brandenburg Gate
- Potsdamer Platz
- Kurfürstendamm
- Berlin TV Tower
- Reichstag Building
- Gendarmenmarkt
- Friedrichstrasse
- DDR Museum
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Hackescher Markt
- Museum Island
- Checkpoint Charlie Museum
- Tierpark Berlin
- Berlin Cathedral
- Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
Hotels Near Babelsberg, Berlin
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- Wannsee Hotels
- Innenstadt Hotels
- Potsdam Süd Hotels
- Nördliche Vorstadt Hotels
- Berliner Vorstadt Hotels
- Nördliche Innenstadt Hotels
- Potsdam Südost Hotels
- Babelsberg Nord Hotels
- Babelsberg Süd Hotels
- Südliche Innenstadt Hotels
- Stern Hotels
- Waldstadt I Hotels
- Teltower Vorstadt Hotels
- Drewitz Hotels
- Klein Glienicke Hotels
- Schlaatz Hotels