Nikolaiviertel Travel Guide
Berlin
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Popular places to visit
Nikolaikirche
This church dates back to Berlin’s medieval beginnings. It’s now one of the city’s great museums.
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz is a marvellous example of 1960s architecture and a centralised meeting place within Berlin that’s particularly popular with local residents.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Nikolaiviertel
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Our room was spotless, views were great. Great central location and the swing up top was a perk! Only slight let down was no pool or jacuzzi as part of the ‘spa’ facilities.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Great hotel rooms excellent large & clean good facilities. Excellent location just outside town center.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
The room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
We enjoyed the staff, the hotel, the location, and the breakfast. The only inconvenience was the noise coming from the street.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
H2 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
This hotel was good. Great central location. Walkable to most touristy places and the christmas markets. Check in was easy and smooth. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Staff were helpful and welcomed wih a hello and a smile. This is an eco friendly hotel so cleaning isnt done every day but if you ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
TITANIC Comfort Berlin Mitte
Clean,comfty and adorable theme
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nikolaiviertel
Scheunenviertel
While you're in Scheunenviertel, take in top sights like Torstrasse or Volksbuehne Berlin, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Weinmeisterstrasse U-Bahn or Rosa Luxemburg Place U-Bahn.
Mitte
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Brandenburg Gate and Potsdamer Platz, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Kreuzberg
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.
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
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.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Potsdamer Platz to Victory Column – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
