Staaken
Popular places to visit
Alexanderplatz
With its stark, 1960s layout, “Alex” is a showcase of Communist-era architecture and a lively central meeting place for locals.
Potsdamer Platz
Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was leveled during World War II and isolated in 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.
Checkpoint Charlie
Learn about the history of Checkpoint Charlie, a well-known monument in Berlin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Zoo Berlin
Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Berlin: Sightseeing City Tour of the Top 20 Attractions
Potsdam: City and Castles Tour
Berlin: 1-Hour City Sightseeing River Cruise
Berlin: Walking Tour to the Top 10 Sightseeing Attractions
Berlin: Entry Ticket to the Studio of Wonders
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Other neighbourhoods around Staaken
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.
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.
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.
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Strandbad Wannsee and Dahlem Museums Complex 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.
- Alexanderplatz
- Potsdamer Platz
- Brandenburg Gate
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Zoo Berlin
- Olympiastadion
- Berlin TV Tower
- Messe Berlin
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Reichstag Building
- East Side Gallery
- DDR Museum
- Hackescher Markt
- Europa Center
- Tierpark Berlin
- Kaufhaus des Westens
- Berlin Cathedral
- Velodrom
- Tempodrom
- Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
- Checkpoint Charlie Museum
- Sanssouci Palace