Nördliche Vorstadt Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nördliche Vorstadt
Popular places to visit
Schloss Cecilienhof
The Hohenzollern dynasty’s last palace is a historical treasure with a story that is entwined with the fall of the Prussian Kingdom and the end of World War II.
Norman Tower at Ruinenberg
Explore the great outdoors at Norman Tower at Ruinenberg, a lovely green space in Potsdam. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes.
Belvedere on the Pfingstberg
Admire the superbly symmetrical design of this Renaissance-style palace commissioned by King Friedrich Wilhelm IV as a tribute to the beauty of New Garden.
New Garden
Discover the architectural treasures and landscaped gardens of this expansive parkland between the Heilige and Jungfern lakes in Potsdam’s northern district.
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.
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 Half-Day Walking Tour from Berlin
Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit
From Berlin: Potsdam Highlights & Sanssouci half day Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Nördliche Vorstadt Hotel Deals
Dorint Hotel Potsdam
Pool. Is extra, parking is extra, buffet breakfast very good.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
If you're accustomed to air conditioning this is not the place for you. We were miserable all night long! Even after the staff were kind enough to switch our room it was still unbearablely hot to us but besides that everything else was good
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
A very nice clean and spacious hotel. Very close to the Marienplatz. Very good and quite. it was totally worth the price. Thanks.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
Great bar.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Good breakfast variety and clean rooms though a dark interior makes it a bit depressing. Also WiFi wasn’t working in my room
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Excellent hotel, handy location, nice staff and good food
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nördliche Vorstadt
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.
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.
Schöneberg
Schoneberg Gasometer and Nollendorfplatz are top sights in Schöneberg, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Eisenacher Street U-Bahn or Kleistpark U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.
