What to do in Schoenefeld

Activities, attractions and tours

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1. Alexanderplatz

Alexanderplatz is a pedestrian and transport hub, including everything from high-end shopping to panoramic views of the city. Named after the Russian Csar Alexander I and later becoming the center of East Germany during the Cold War, today's "Alex" includes all the luxuries of a Western metropolitan center.
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Berlin Skyline tv tower Alexanderplatz Alexander square panoramic view in Germany

2. Potsdamer Platz

Potsdamer Platz is one of the world’s great success stories in urban renewal. After World War II, when Berlin was divided along political lines, Potsdamer Platz (Potsdam Square) became a no-man's-land. Once the busiest traffic intersection in Europe, it was suddenly stranded between East and West Berlin. When the Wall came down, the reunified city was desperate to return the square to its former glory. Design competitions were held and the entire area became Europe’s largest building site. Today it’s filled with daring architecture, corporate headquarters, residential areas, shopping plazas, cinemas and public spaces. Most importantly it has created a healing link between the once divided city.
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Potsdamer Platz featuring a skyscraper, modern architecture and a city

3. Brandenburg Gate

The history of Brandenburg Gate – an enormous, sandstone, neoclassical arch – is inextricably linked with the history of Berlin and Germany. Built in 1791 to mark the entrance to Unter den Linden, Berlin's grandest boulevard, the arch was originally created as a symbol of peace. Standing 85-feet (30-meters) high, the Brandenburg Gate was modeled on the gateway to the Acropolis in Athens. When Napoleon defeated the Prussians in 1806, he marched triumphantly through the gate into Berlin, before taking the gate’s crowning statue, Victoria, the Goddess of Victory, back to France as a spoil of war. Victoria was later returned and once again sits atop the gate driving her chariot of horses.
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4. Zoo Berlin

Berlin Zoo, or Zoologischer Garten in German, covers 84 acres (34 hectares) in the impressive Tiergarten park in the city center. The zoo opened in 1844 and was almost completely decimated in World War II. Now one of Europe's great zoological gardens, it’s home to nearly 18,000 animals from 1,500 species. It's attracted its fair share of celebrity too. It was here the polar bear Knut became an international star a few years ago, idolized through merchandise and TV appearances, before sadly passing away in 2011.
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Berlin zoo, Germany

5. Kurfürstendamm

Head to Charlottenburg’s famous boulevard to experience the glamour of old Berlin coupled with the style of contemporary cosmopolitan Europe. The historic Kurfuerstendamm is one of the city’s oldest streets and was built as a route to a prominent hunting lodge now on the outskirts of the city. Today, exclusive boutiques, major department stores and luxury hotels line Kurfuerstendamm, or Kudamm as locals sometimes call the street. At its eastern end find a somber reminder of the bombings of Berlin during World War II.
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Kurfuerstendamm featuring a hotel and signage

What to do in Schoenefeld

Popular places to visit

Alexanderplatz which includes modern architecture, a square or plaza and a city

Alexanderplatz

4/5(1,068 reviews)

With its stark, 1960s layout, “Alex” is a showcase of Communist-era architecture and a lively central meeting place for locals.

Alexanderplatz
Potsdamer Platz showing shopping, central business district and modern architecture

Potsdamer Platz

4/5(889 reviews)

Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was leveled during World War II and isolated in the Cold War.

Potsdamer Platz
Brandenburg Gate which includes a city, heritage architecture and a monument

Brandenburg Gate

4.5/5(1,133 reviews)

This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.

Brandenburg Gate
Berlin Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals

Zoo Berlin

4.5/5(292 reviews)

Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.

Zoo Berlin
Kurfuerstendamm which includes street scenes

Kurfürstendamm

4.5/5(310 reviews)

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.

Kurfürstendamm
Checkpoint Charlie

Checkpoint Charlie

4/5(657 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Berlin with a visit to Checkpoint Charlie. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.

Checkpoint Charlie
Waldbühne

Waldbühne

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Waldbühne, a theatre with a story to tell in Berlin. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.

Waldbühne
Olympiastadion

Olympiastadion

4.5/5(177 reviews)

Catch an event at Olympiastadion during your trip to Berlin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Olympiastadion
Messe Berlin

Messe Berlin

4/5(91 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Messe Berlin during your trip to Berlin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Messe Berlin

Day trip destinations from Schoenefeld

Brandenburg Gate which includes a city, heritage architecture and a monument

Berlin

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Zeuthen

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Mittenwalde

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Photo by Clemensfranz (CC BY-SA)

Wildau

Frequently asked questions

Is Schoenefeld worth visiting?
Whether you're here to experience the cultural highlights and local charm or sample regional foods and venture into nature, there are many things to do in Schoenefeld.
How do I spend a day in Schoenefeld?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Tierpark Berlin and Köpenick Palace. Then, explore different parts of Schoenefeld for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Schoenefeld?
Tierpark Berlin is one of the top tourist attractions in Schoenefeld and deserves a place on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Schoenefeld?
Three days will give you plenty of time to check out many city highlights, like Köpenick Palace, Flussbad Gartenstraße and Seebad Friedrichshagen. The average stay in Schoenefeld is two days. If you have the urge to extend your escape, Berlin isn't far away.
Is Schoenefeld a walkable city?
With top attractions like Haus am Wannsee nearby, Schoenefeld is every bit a place to experience on foot. Like to discover some hip neighbourhoods a walkable distance from downtown? Waltersdorf is only 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Schoenefeld with kids?
If you are after attractions and activities for all of your group, have a look at these fabulous ideas for what to do in Schoenefeld with kids.

What to do in Schoenefeld for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or thrill seeker, there are loads of things to do in Schoenefeld for adults including Mercedes-Benz Arena and Arena Berlin.
Are there free things to do in Schoenefeld?
From checking out parks to strolling around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Schoenefeld. If you're stuck for ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Flussbad Gartenstraße is a top spot for anyone wanting to save on their travel adventures.