Scheunenviertel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Scheunenviertel
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.
Checkpoint Charlie
You can learn about the history of Berlin with a visit to Checkpoint Charlie. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Berlin City walk Government District and Places of Democracy
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Boat Option
Rude Bastards tour of Berlin (CYHIT)
Our pick of the best Scheunenviertel Hotel Deals
Lux 11 Berlin Mitte
This was a great location to stay in Berlin! Updated room with a nice kitchenette, and staff were on site if needed despite the self-check in, which was easy to use. Super convenient to get around the city from here, and lots within walking distance. The only thing I would say to those looking to ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Casa Camper Berlin
The staff at the hotel were all extremely helpful and friendly. This is our second stay at this location and we look forward to staying again in the future.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
USB charging point required
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
lobby was great, has food, bar and a DJ
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Did not eat
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
TITANIC Comfort Berlin Mitte
Clean,comfty and adorable theme
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Scheunenviertel
Mitte
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Potsdamer Platz and Alexanderplatz, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the 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.
Kreuzberg
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.
Friedrichshain
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-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.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Potsdamer Platz to Bauhaus Archive – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
