Babelsberg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Babelsberg
Popular places to visit
Park Babelsberg
Spot impressive works of architecture as you wander along the meandering paths of this wooded park set on the banks of the Havel River.
Alexanderplatz
There are many debates about where the real centre of Berlin is, but Alexanderplatz, with its teetering tower and retail therapy, is certainly a contender.
Zoo Berlin
Visit some of the world’s most exotic animals without leaving the city. Berlin houses one of the biggest and most 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.
Potsdamer Platz
This public square once lay divided between East and West Germany, now it brings people together in a celebration of their city.
Brandenburg Gate
One of Europe’s most powerful landmarks, this German symbol dates back to 1791 and has played a huge role in the country’s political culture ever since.
Activities
Potsdam: Private Walking Tour of Potsdam and Sanssouci
Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit
Potsdam Half-Day Walking Tour from Berlin
Guided Spanish Tour of Potsdam Discover its Beauty
Our pick of the best Babelsberg Hotel Deals
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
The room has very well suited to a family with older children/teenagers. The main bed was very comfortable. The staff were incredibly helpful. The location is excellent - there is a bus stop very close to the hotel and it is very convenient!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Staff were friendly and room was clean.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Premier Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz
Everything was exceptional apart from the wifi, had a problem getting on the site.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum
The staff were really welcoming. Room service was alright. It was a nice day experience altogether.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
Fabulous place and location.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Babelsberg
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Strandbad Wannsee and Botanical Garden 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Babelsberg Travel Guide
- Alexanderplatz
- Zoo Berlin
- Kurfürstendamm
- Potsdamer Platz
- Brandenburg Gate
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Waldbühne
- Uber Arena
- Berlin TV Tower
- Reichstag Building
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- East Side Gallery
- Museum Island
- Friedrichstadt-Palast
- Sanssouci Palace
- Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
- Berlin Cathedral
- Tempelhof Park
