Dahlem Travel Guide
Berlin
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.
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 Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.
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.
Messe Berlin
Learn about the events happening in Messe Berlin during your trip to Berlin. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Brandenburg Gate
This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Berlin Icebar Ticket + 3 Drinks included
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Berlin Tickets
Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Berlin: 1-hr Boat Tour with Bilingual Live Guide (DE/EN)
Top hotels in Dahlem
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
"Incredible location. Well maintained. Great Value."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
"The breakfast was nice, although a bit busy. The location of the hotel was great."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
"Happy to return soon"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
"Super comfortable room, great pillows, excellent location"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
InterContinental Berlin by IHG
"Club lounge good. Good breakfast and service there. Room good. Location as promised. Good. Service at front desk and spa a little underwhelming. Only one functioning elevator meant longer waits sometimes. €60 euro Spa fee for pool use by my guests, a source of irritation. Didn’t like this nor the ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
"Extremely disappointed with InterCityHotel. They were good before but with my recent experience. It became the worst in my list. None of them cares to answer messages or emails. It took them days to acknowledge and another week to answer. I will probably not going to book any of your hotels from ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dahlem
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Botanical Garden and Griebnitzsee 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.
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-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.
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.
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.
Tempelhof-Schoeneberg
Check out the zoo while you're in Tempelhof-Schoeneberg. Hop on the metro at Tempelhof Station and Tempelhof U-Bahn to see top sights like Schoneberg Gasometer and Tempelhof Park.
