Popular places to visit
Alexanderplatz
With its stark, 1960s layout, “Alex” is a showcase of Communist-era architecture and a lively central meeting place for locals.
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.
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.
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.
Olympiastadion
Catch an event at Olympiastadion during your trip to Berlin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Berlin Tickets
From Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Berlin: Charité Hospital Walking Tour of Medical History
Top hotels in Halensee
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
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Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Hotel was excellent clean and near everything we wanted to go to
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Stayed for one night for an early morning flight and it is definitely the most convenient option! Would do it again!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin
Great location, friendly staff, clean room.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Lovely hotel, brilliant room with fantastic views across the city
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt
Nice room, very quiet. Hotel is very conveniently located next to the train station
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Halensee
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. Deutsche Oper Berlin 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 Savignyplatz.
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Berliner Funkturm to Olympiastadion – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Schöneberg
Schoneberg Gasometer and Nollendorfplatz are top sights in Schöneberg, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Eisenacher Street U-Bahn or Kleistpark U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Potsdamer Platz to Bauhaus Archive – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
