Märkisches Viertel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Messe Berlin
Learn about the events happening in Messe Berlin during your trip to Berlin. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Berlin Tickets
Madame Tussauds Berlin Admission Ticket
Berlin: Neues Museum Entry Ticket
Berlin: 1 h Boat Tour, rainproof panoramic roof + Guide (D/EN)
Our pick of the best Märkisches Viertel Hotel Deals
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
I got two twin beds when I booked a queen. The room was clean but plain. Nothing special of my stay but the breakfast was the best part. Overall 3/5
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
The breakfast was nice, although a bit busy. The location of the hotel was great.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Happy to return soon
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
Super comfortable room, great pillows, excellent location
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
InterContinental Berlin by IHG
Club lounge good. Good breakfast and service there. Room good. Location as promised. Good. Service at front desk and spa a little underwhelming. Only one functioning elevator meant longer waits sometimes. €60 euro Spa fee for pool use by my guests, a source of irritation. Didn’t like this nor the ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Clean room. The staff that checked me in was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Märkisches Viertel
Pankow
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.
Moabit
Travellers choose Moabit for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Birkenstrasse U-Bahn or Turmstrasse U-Bahn and check out top sights like Classic Remise Berlin.
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.
Buch
Even though there aren't top sights in Buch, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Kartbahn Schönerlinde. Jump on the metro at Berlin-Buch S-Bahn to see more of the city.
Mitte
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
