Dahlem Travel Guide
Berlin
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.
Brandenburg Gate
This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.
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.
Zoo Berlin
Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.
Olympiastadion
Catch an event at Olympiastadion during your trip to Berlin. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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
Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour
Berlin: Highest Swing in Europe
Berlin Icebar Ticket + 3 Drinks included
Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Berlin: 1-Hour City Tour by Boat with Guaranteed Seating
Top hotels in Dahlem
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Great hotel. Friendly staff. Wonderful food. Ideal central location with Alexanderplatz station only minutes away, but the hotel is very dated, thin walls meant I could hear everything being said in the next room which didn’t help when they had a screaming child. The hotel also has a room cleaning ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Clean room, great staff, good location, fantastic breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Lovely hotel. Might want to ask for extra pillows. Tea/coffee in room for day1 only
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin
Nice clean room with a very modern spa
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Premier Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz
Really enjoyed my stay, comfortable bed and a great shower. Central location, near shops and transport links.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sheraton Berlin Grand Hotel Esplanade
room was very different to how it was described. the bathroom was undersupplied, with no hand soap and the supposed "luxury" bath products being pretty bang average in quality, and also empty. we were also told there would be bathrobes, but there were none. we though "at least we can still get 24 ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dahlem
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Havel 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.
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-Wilmersdorf
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Berliner Funkturm to Olympiastadion – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Schöneberg
Schoneberg City Hall and Schoneberg Gasometer are top sights in Schöneberg, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Eisenacher Street U-Bahn or Kleistpark U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.
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 Theatre of the West.
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.
