Babelsberg Travel Guide
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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
Alexanderplatz is a marvellous example of 1960s architecture and a centralised meeting place within Berlin that’s particularly popular with local residents.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Babelsberg
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Staff in reception were very helpful as I lost my passport and help be with the recovery of it
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
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
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
Premier Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz
Brilliant options for breakfast, friendly staff and brilliant location, definitely will consider again.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
A brilliant hotel in every way. Fabulous breakfast, efficient and comfortable rooms, great value, perfect position next to the U2 (Mendelssohn Bartholdy rather than Potsdamer Platz). We'll be back
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Nice clean, big room. Great gym. Was quiet and centrally located. Staff was so nice. Will stay again on next trip.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 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.
