Lichtenberg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lichtenberg
Lichtenberg which includes heritage elements
Lichtenberg featuring signage
Lichtenberg featuring heritage elements
Lichtenberg showing heritage elements

Extending east from the popular FriedrichshainOpens in a new window district of Berlin is a utilitarian residential neighbourhood with some of East Berlin’s most curious landmarks.

Removed from the crowds and glamour of central Berlin, this largely residential neighbourhood holds the key to the sinister side of East Germany. Tour Lichtenberg to see its Soviet-style architecture, sprawling housing projects and elaborate headquarters of the East German secret police, the Stasi. Reasonably undeveloped since the fall of the wall, Lichtenberg offers intriguing insight into the former country and a sombre reminder of the atrocities committed by its authorities.

Reach Lichtenberg aboard the M6 or M8 trams for a true East Berlin experience. Only the eastern side of the wall has trams while the former West Berlin depends on a system of buses. Look at the towering housing projects that dominate the sides of Lichtenberg’s wide streets. The area underwent rapid development during the 1970s and today remains a great example of DDR architecture.

Visit two of Berlin’s most haunting historic sites, dedicated to the history of the Stasi. The former headquarters of the secret police has been converted into a comprehensive museum following the demise of East Germany. Visit the Stasimuseum in House 1 of the headquarters to explore a permanent exhibit called State Security in the SED Dictatorship.

Find the former Stasi prison a bit north to learn about the cruel and secretive conditions in which prisoners were kept. Converted to a memorial in 1994, the Hohenschonhausen is today a moving and important historical site. Glance inside the tiny cells where prisoners were confined and learn many of their stories.

Lift your spirits with a trip to Berlin’s lesser-known zoo. Tierpark Berlin was the largest zoo in East Germany and remains among the largest zoos by area in Europe. See more than 6,500 animals from more than 750 species as you explore the park.

Lichtenberg’s diverse population presents varied cuisines to sample as you explore the area. Considered East Berlin’s Chinatown, the area is a hub for Asian restaurants. Enter the cavernous Dong Xuan Centre for traditional Vietnamese street food and a bustling environment.


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Habyt - The Waterfront

Habyt - The Waterfront

Hauptstraße 3, Berlin, BE
The price is AU$129 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$129
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Alexanderplatz ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (510 reviews)
"Good little hotel by a train station with direct access to airport. Small kitchen with toaster and microwave.a handy convenient store is next door"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Habyt - The Waterfront
Hotel Berlin Lichtenberg

Hotel Berlin Lichtenberg

Rhinstr. 159, Berlin, BE
The price is AU$146 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$146
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Alexanderplatz and ...
7.6/10 Good! (797 reviews)
"The location was perfect for what I came to do in Berlin. Staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Hotel Berlin Lichtenberg
Holiday Inn - the niu, Hide Berlin Friedrichshain by IHG

Holiday Inn - the niu, Hide Berlin Friedrichshain by IHG

Frankfurter Allee 113, Berlin
The price is AU$138 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$138
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (639 reviews)
"Our stay at the niu chain was good as always. Bed was comfy, room was clean and staff was great.The entrance was not easy to find. Staff was great accommodating our very late check in. The hall way was pretty dirty and there was a couple of homeless sleeping in the area in the mornings. But we still ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn - the niu, Hide Berlin Friedrichshain by IHG
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

4.5 out of 5
Alexanderplatz 7, Berlin, BE
The price is AU$185 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$185
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,749 reviews)
"Excellent hotel near public transport. Large clean room. Beautiful view of Berlin. Great to have a coffee machine in the room. Excellent breakfast - especially loved the gadgets including the pancake maker and butter dispenser!! Lovely bar area too."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Lützowplatz 17, Berlin, BE
The price is AU$185 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$185
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,335 reviews)
"Really nice hotel, staff were helpful and confirming travel logistics, keeping price at mind when getting to where I needed to be."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz

Gabriele Tergit Promenade 19, Berlin, BE
The price is AU$181 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$181
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,165 reviews)
"Hotel is clean. Location is awesome"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
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Other neighbourhoods around Lichtenberg

Friedrichshain which includes outdoor art

Friedrichshain

4/5(29 area reviews)

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.

Friedrichshain
Prenzlauer Berg featuring a city

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.

Prenzlauer Berg
Checkpoint Charlie Museum featuring signage

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-Kreuzberg
Kreuzberg which includes outdoor art as well as an individual female

Kreuzberg

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

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.

Kreuzberg
Mitte which includes modern architecture and a city

Mitte

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Mitte
Weissensee which includes a city

Pankow

4/5(9 area reviews)

Travellers choose Pankow for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Rosenthaler Straße Tram Stop or Blankenfelder Straße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Schonhauser Allee Arkaden.

Pankow


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