Friedrichshain Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Friedrichshain featuring outdoor art and art
Straddling the eastern side of the River Spree, this former industrial precinct is today the home of some of Berlin’s most progressive nightclubs.

Friedrichshain has seen many changes in the last three decades. Its tumultuous history has paved the way for it to become one of the city’s most fascinating neighborhoods. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of East Germany, Friedrichshain became known as representing the abandonment experienced across East Berlin. Today the area is one of the liveliest in the city, with a young population, a cosmopolitan entertainment precinct and some of Europe’s most revered nightclubs on its fringes.

See one of the longest remaining stretches of the Berlin Wall lining the river between Friedrichshain and neighboring Kreuzberg. The East Side Gallery is a 0.8-mile (1.3-kilometer) stretch of the wall that, since 1990, has been an outdoor canvas for over 100 murals by global artists. Walk its length to see huge pieces by Thierry Noir, Dmitri Vrubel and Bodo Sperling.

Friedrichshain’s sprawling Volkspark is an idyllic picnic location in summer and is transformed into a picturesque snowscape with a sledding hill in winter. As you stroll through the park, see the stunning Märchenbrunnen fountain that dates back to 1913.

Wander the cobbled streets that surround Boxhagener Platz to discover local boutiques and cozy cafés. These streets were once the center of Berlin’s squatting movement. The area has maintained much of its leftist political views, despite rapid gentrification in the past decade.

Visit Boxhagener Platz on a Sunday to look for special items at its popular flea market. Shop for antique furniture, clothing and East German keepsakes to take home.

As night falls, converge on Revaler Straße to join scores of partiers at some of Berlin’s best nightclubs. One side of the street is lined by an abandoned former train repair station, which has been repurposed as an entertainment precinct. Find beer gardens, nightclubs, concert venues and even an outdoor rock-climbing center among the seemingly dilapidated buildings.

Easy to navigate on foot, Friedrichshain is the base for a number of guided walks, including popular street art tours. Catch the tram or train to connect to neighboring areas of Berlin, including Mitte and Kreuzberg.


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Our pick of the best Friedrichshain Hotel Deals

a&o Berlin Friedrichshain
a&o Berlin Friedrichshain
Boxhagener Str. 73, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$96 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
NZ$96
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (627 reviews)
"ok"

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2024

a&o Berlin Friedrichshain
Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
4.5 out of 5
Otto-Braun-Strasse 90, Berlin, BE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$145 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
NZ$145
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in central Berlin. Groups seem to use it a lot so some times lifts are very busy"

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2024

Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
Locke at East Side Gallery
Locke at East Side Gallery
Mühlenstraße 61-63, Berlin
The price is NZ$144 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
NZ$144
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Alexanderplatz and Checkpoint Charlie ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Great accommodation at a fantasic location!
"Yet another wonderful stay at a Locke location. We had a river view room. Check in was easy and quick and staff very friendly. Rooms have fridge and cooking facilities and tea and coffee. Everything was spotless and well designed. Location at the East Side Gallery is perfect and an easy and quick ..."

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2024

Locke at East Side Gallery
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz 7, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$180 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$180
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,216 reviews)
"Position of property in relation to transport etc was great ,also close to many sites"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

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 NZ$237 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$237
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,330 reviews)
"Would be better to have check-in that is not authomatic. It took longer time then we expected."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
Katharina Paulus Strasse 5, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$164 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$164
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,383 reviews)
"Excellent and Amazing!"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Checkpoint Charlie Museum showing signage

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Checkpoint Charlie and East Side Gallery. See more of Berlin by jumping on the metro at Gorlitzer U-Bahn or Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn.

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Prenzlauer Berg which includes 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
Kreuzberg showing 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 Checkpoint Charlie and Jewish Museum Berlin, and jump on the metro at Prinzenstrasse U-Bahn or Kottbusser Gate U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Kreuzberg
Lichtenberg

Lichtenberg

3/5(1 area review)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lichtenberg. If sightseeing is on the list, Stasi Museum Berlin is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Genslerstraße Tram Stop or Arendsweg Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Lichtenberg
Mitte featuring a city and modern architecture

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
Tiergarten which includes autumn colours, forests and a garden

Tiergarten

4/5(1 area review)

Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Zoo Berlin to Potsdamer Platz – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Tiergarten

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