Potsdam Nord Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Potsdam Nord
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.
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.
Brandenburg Gate
This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.
Activities
Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit
From Berlin: Potsdam Highlights & Sanssouci half day Walking Tour
Charlottenburg Palace & Gardens Tickets with Self-Guided Audio Tour
From Berlin: Potsdam Tour & Sanssouci Gardens by train
Our pick of the best Potsdam Nord 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
"Extremely disappointed with InterCityHotel. They were good before but with my recent experience. It became the worst in my list. None of them cares to answer messages or emails. It took them days to acknowledge and another week to answer. I will probably not going to book any of your hotels from ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Potsdam Nord
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Botanical Garden and Griebnitzsee 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.
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.
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Kurfürstendamm to Zoo Berlin – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, 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.
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.
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.
