Friedenau Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Friedenau
Popular places to visit
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz is a marvellous example of 1960s architecture and a centralised meeting place within Berlin that’s particularly popular with local residents.
Potsdamer Platz
Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was completely destroyed during the Second World War and isolated during 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 the most comprehensive and elegant zoos in Europe.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Berlin City walk Government District and Places of Democracy
From Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Boat Option
Berlin City Hop-on Hop-off Tour with Optional Cruise
Our pick of the best Friedenau Hotel Deals
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
Excellent room and location.
Reviewed on 25 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
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The restaurants and food options on site were great. The only limitations was breakfast closing and the lunch not opening until an hour later. Not ideal for sleep in mornings after travel or a night out in Berlin. Perfect amenities and service
Reviewed on 21 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 Friedenau
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.
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 Schoneberg Gasometer and Tempelhof Park.
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.
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. Zoo 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.
