Friedenau Travel Guide
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.
Checkpoint Charlie
Learn about the history of Checkpoint Charlie, a well-known monument in Berlin. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Berlin: 1-Hour City Tour by Boat with Guaranteed Seating
Potsdam: City and Castles Tour
Berlin: Berlin Story Bunker Entry Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around Friedenau
Schöneberg
Schoneberg City Hall 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.
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.
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 Tempelhof Park and Columbiahalle.
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.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Zoo Berlin to Potsdamer Platz – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Charlottenburg
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Charlottenburg. Kurfürstendamm 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.
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- Alexanderplatz
- Zoo Berlin
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Brandenburg Gate
- Potsdamer Platz
- Kurfürstendamm
- Mercedes-Benz Arena
- Olympiastadion
- Berlin TV Tower
- Reichstag Building
- Messe Berlin
- East Side Gallery
- Gendarmenmarkt
- Waldbühne
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- DDR Museum
- Friedrichstrasse
- Museum Island
- Friedrichstadt-Palast
- Hackescher Markt
- Checkpoint Charlie Museum
- Sanssouci Palace
- Kaufhaus des Westens
- Charité
- Berliner Philharmonie
- Berlin Cathedral
- Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
- Velodrom