Babelsberg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Park Babelsberg
Spot impressive works of architecture as you wander along the meandering paths of this wooded park set on the banks of the Havel River.
Alexanderplatz
With its stark, 1960s layout, “Alex” is a showcase of Communist-era architecture and a lively central meeting place for locals.
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.
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.
Things to do
From Berlin: Potsdam Highlights & Sanssouci half day Walking Tour
Party and Beer Bike Private Sightseeing Tour Berlin with Pick-up
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Berlin Tickets
Berlin Icebar Ticket + 3 Drinks included
Top hotels in Babelsberg
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Good location, room a bit small, mattress and pillows uncomfy. Is clean though, and staff are friendly.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Didnt use spa or pool. All staff very helpful altough found bar and restaurant staff very rude and unfriendly.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Lovely room. Staff very helpful. Breakfast was awesome. Brilliant selection. Bar staff were very helpful too.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Great location! Great staff and room!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin
I miss the fish
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Premier Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Babelsberg
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Havel and Dahlem Museums Complex 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.
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Berliner Funkturm to Olympiastadion – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Spandau
Historical sites, lake views and spas highlight some notable features of Spandau. Make a stop by Spandau Citadel or Havel while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rathaus Spandau U-Bahn or Altstadt Spandau U-Bahn to get around town.
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
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Charlottenburg. Deutsche Oper Berlin 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.
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 Theatre of the West.
