Halensee 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.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Berlin Tickets
Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Berlin City walk Government District and Places of Democracy
Berlin Icebar Ticket + 3 Drinks included
Third Reich, Hitler & Cold War – Berlin City Center Walking Tour
Top hotels in Halensee
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Great central location for transportation—and very walkable.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
Good selection
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
I had a very comfortable stay and will inform my friends to use this hotel whilst travelling through Germany. My big gripe is the cost of 25 Euros for breakfast. I recommend that they use the airport facilities.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Fine
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Friendly staff, great location, I recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Gat Point Charlie Berlin
The location was excellent and the staff was very friendly. We enjoyed signature cocktails at the bar's happy hour and the poetry "photo booth" in the lobby was a very welcome surprise! The only downside was that our room was not checked on once during our 5 day stay, but when asked, the staff was ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Halensee
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
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Charlottenburg. Zoo Berlin 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 Zoo Berlin.
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Zoo Berlin to Berliner Funkturm – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Schöneberg
Schoneberg Gasometer and Nollendorfplatz 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.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Zoo Berlin to Potsdamer Platz – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
