Plänterwald Travel Guide
Berlin
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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.
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.
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.
Brandenburg Gate
This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.
Messe Berlin
Learn about the events happening in Messe Berlin during your trip to Berlin. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Berlin Tickets
Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems
Berlin: 1-hr Boat Tour with Bilingual Live Guide (DE/EN)
Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Bus Tour in English from Berlin
Top hotels in Plänterwald
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
"The room was nice and clean for what it was. The gym was decent but the smith machine rack needs a lot of lubricant love. It’s also too small for the size of this hotel. The breakfast buffet was good with lots of options. Overall not bad. Clean, safe, and fairly comfortable temperature for late ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
"The hotel is amazing. It has good amenities like a table tennis area, bar and gym. Really beautifully decorated. The only things I did not enjoy is that it’s a little out of the way, and there’s little staff as the check in and check out are self service. I missed the human connection. Having said ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
"Dejlig central beliggenhed. Inkl. parkering. Fint badeværelse. Udmærket morgenmad. Vi var uheldige med at have stillads foran vores vinduer."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
"Great place! Quiet spot next to the SBahn (I think) and i short walk to Porsdamer Platz station. The only complaint was the air conditioning. It was quite warm in our east facing room. Windows didn't do much to help."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
InterContinental Berlin by IHG
"This is a very nice hotel. The staffs are helpful and the location is close to the park and a short walk to the city."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin
"This was a top notch hotel and very elegant. If you’re willing to spend upwards of $200 night it is worth it."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Plänterwald
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.
Neukölln
You might enjoy the coffee shops while in Neukölln. Gropius Passagen is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Britz-Süd Station or Britz South U-Bahn 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.
Tempelhof
Get to know Tempelhof and its many features like its coffee shops and parks. You might want to explore sights like Tempelhof Park and Columbiahalle, and you can jump on the metro at Kaiserin Augusta Street U-Bahn or Ullsteinstrasse U-Bahn to get around the city.
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.
