Nikolaiviertel Travel Guide
Berlin
Visit Nikolaiviertel
Popular places to visit
Nikolaikirche
This church dates back to Berlin’s medieval beginnings. It’s now one of the city’s great museums.
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.
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 Nikolaiviertel
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
"Great location for exploring the city, especially by bus. Breakfast was ace!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
"Conveniently located to Kurfurstendam and Wittenberg Platz U-Bahn station. Excellent climaanlage/air conditioning. Renovated rooms and interior. Exterior is partially covered with scaffolding for mandatory construction updates."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
"Super comfortable room, great pillows, excellent location"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
InterContinental Berlin by IHG
"Great location with kind and helpful staff. The rain shower is ahhhmazing!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
"World's worst hotel breakfast. TV did not c work, had to call maintenance."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nikolaiviertel
Mitte
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Alexanderplatz and Friedrichstrasse, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Kreuzberg
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Kreuzberg. You can visit top attractions like Jewish Museum Berlin and Checkpoint Charlie Museum, and jump on the metro at Prinzenstrasse U-Bahn or Kottbusser Gate U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like East Side Gallery and Uber Arena. See more of Berlin by jumping on the metro at Gorlitzer U-Bahn or Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn.
Friedrichshain
Known for its lively bars and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Friedrichshain. Top attractions like Simon-Dach-Strasse and Boxhagener Platz are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Frankfurter Gate U-Bahn or Bersarinplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Bauhaus Archive to Victory Column – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Prenzlauer Berg
Travellers choose Prenzlauer Berg for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Thomas-Mann-Straße Tram Stop or Greifswalder Straße-Ostseestraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Velodrom.
