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.
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.
Brandenburg Gate
This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.
Zoo Berlin
Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.
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: Highest Swing in Europe
Top hotels in Dahlem
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Enjoyed our stay location is great walking distance to shops and sights
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
This is a huge hotel with self check in and out. It’s clean and comfortable - located in the area of the city where all the government buildings and consulates are. It’s not in the heart of Berlin, I would say - but perfectly nice and good transport links (bus and underground).
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
The room was very comfortable and the breakfast is on another level!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin
Brilliant, such a fantastic location, rooms were clean, and the staff were friendly and informative.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
SANA Berlin Hotel
All good
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Mercure Hotel Berlin Wittenbergplatz
The room was spotless and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The room was a good size, towels were changed every day and the hotel was quiet at night. We didn’t get breakfast there so I can’t comment on it. All in all it was a great hotel and we enjoyed our stay there. The location of ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dahlem
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Havel 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.
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 Zoo Berlin to Berliner Funkturm – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Westend
The spas and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Westend. Berliner Funkturm and Olympiastadion are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Theodor Heuss Platz U-Bahn or Kaiserdamm U-Bahn to get around the larger area.
Schöneberg
Schoneberg City Hall and Schoneberg Gasometer 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 Zoo Berlin.
