Lichtenberg Travel Guide

Berlin

Lichtenberg
Lichtenberg showing heritage elements
Lichtenberg which includes signage
Lichtenberg showing heritage elements
Lichtenberg featuring heritage elements

Extending east from the popular FriedrichshainOpens in a new window district of Berlin is a utilitarian residential neighborhood with some of East Berlin’s most curious landmarks.

Removed from the crowds and glamour of central Berlin, this largely residential neighborhood holds the key to the sinister side of East Germany. Tour Lichtenberg to see its Soviet-style architecture, sprawling housing projects and elaborate headquarters of the East German secret police, the Stasi. Reasonably undeveloped since the fall of the wall, Lichtenberg offers intriguing insight into the former country and a somber reminder of the atrocities committed by its authorities.

Reach Lichtenberg aboard the M6 or M8 trams for a true East Berlin experience. Only the eastern side of the wall has trams while the former West Berlin depends on a system of buses. Look at the towering housing projects that dominate the sides of Lichtenberg’s wide streets. The area underwent rapid development during the 1970s and today remains a great example of DDR architecture.

Visit two of Berlin’s most haunting historic sites, dedicated to the history of the Stasi. The former headquarters of the secret police has been converted into a comprehensive museum following the demise of East Germany. Visit the Stasimuseum in House 1 of the headquarters to explore a permanent exhibit called State Security in the SED Dictatorship.

Find the former Stasi prison a bit north to learn about the cruel and secretive conditions in which prisoners were kept. Converted to a memorial in 1994, the Hohenschonhausen is today a moving and important historical site. Glance inside the tiny cells where prisoners were confined and learn many of their stories.

Lift your spirits with a trip to Berlin’s lesser-known zoo. Tierpark Berlin was the largest zoo in East Germany and remains among the largest zoos by area in Europe. See more than 6,500 animals from more than 750 species as you explore the park.

Lichtenberg’s diverse population presents varied cuisines to sample as you explore the area. Considered East Berlin’s Chinatown, the area is a hub for Asian restaurants. Enter the cavernous Dong Xuan Center for traditional Vietnamese street food and a bustling environment.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Lichtenberg

Habyt - The Waterfront

Habyt - The Waterfront

Hauptstraße 3, Berlin, BE
The price is ₹5,739 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹5,739
₹6,601 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (464 reviews)
"My usual place to stay while in Berlin for work, staff are fantastic, rooms are comfortable and clean, only downside is a lack of AC."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Habyt - The Waterfront
Hotel Berlin Lichtenberg

Hotel Berlin Lichtenberg

Rhinstr. 159, Berlin, BE
The price is ₹8,456 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹8,456
₹9,726 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg ...
7.6/10 Good! (756 reviews)
"Comfortable. Affordable rates. Not centric. But Berlin has excellent public transportation. Easy access to trams and trains."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Hotel Berlin Lichtenberg
Holiday Inn - the niu, Hide Berlin Friedrichshain by IHG

Holiday Inn - the niu, Hide Berlin Friedrichshain by IHG

Frankfurter Allee 113, Berlin
The price is ₹5,125 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹5,125
₹6,987 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (624 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn - the niu, Hide Berlin Friedrichshain by IHG
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

4.5 out of 5
Alexanderplatz 7, Berlin, BE
The price is ₹9,310 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹9,310
₹10,661 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,670 reviews)
"Centrally located in Alexanderplatz. Great place to enjoy Berlin from."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

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 ₹6,833 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹6,833
₹7,860 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,240 reviews)
"Very nice central location close to subway, shopping and restaurants. Rooms were clean. This is the first time I've seen a self-serve check-in process at a hotel which I found odd. The room was air conditioned but the system was unable to cool down the room sufficiently on a hot day."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz

Gabriele Tergit Promenade 19, Berlin, BE
The price is ₹7,736 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹7,736
₹8,898 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,073 reviews)
"Room was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast buffet was excellent."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
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Other neighbourhoods around Lichtenberg

Friedrichshain which includes outdoor art

Friedrichshain

4/5(172 area reviews)

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
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
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 East Side Gallery and Uber Arena. See more of Berlin by jumping on the metro at Gorlitzer U-Bahn or Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn.

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Kreuzberg showing outdoor art as well as an individual female

Kreuzberg

4/5(182 area reviews)

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.

Kreuzberg
Mitte featuring a city and modern architecture

Mitte

4.5/5(1,916 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
Weissensee featuring a city

Pankow

4.5/5(111 area reviews)

Travellers choose Pankow for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Rosenthaler Straße Tram Stop or Blankenfelder Straße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Schonhauser Allee Arkaden.

Pankow


Lichtenberg Travel Guide