Stern Travel Guide
Berlin
Popular places to visit
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz is a marvellous example of 1960s architecture and a centralised meeting place within Berlin that’s particularly popular with local residents.
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.
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.
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.
Olympiastadion
Catch an event at Olympiastadion during your trip to Berlin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Stern
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Great central location for transportation—and very walkable.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Good breakfast
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
Mir hat es sehr gut gefallen, es ist ein tolles Hotel, ich kann es auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Generally happy with my stay, breakfast was great, the room was clean, quiet, and the shower lovely (although a bit slippery), but after a long day out sightseeing, I wanted to watch some TV, no subtitles in English and reception of TV channels was not great. The gym is large, and they could do with ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin
Excelente ubicación, insta y servicio
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
So convenient! Clean room, great staff, wonderful breakfast. Would definitely recommend staying at this hotel.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Stern
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.
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.
Tempelhof-Schoeneberg
Check out the zoo while you're in Tempelhof-Schoeneberg. Hop on the metro at Tempelhof Station and Tempelhof U-Bahn to see top sights like Schoneberg Gasometer and Tempelhof Park.
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.
