Stern 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.
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.
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.
Zoo Berlin
Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.
Checkpoint Charlie
You can learn about the history of Berlin with a visit to Checkpoint Charlie. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour
Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Berlin City walk Government District and Places of Democracy
Berlin: Highest Swing in Europe
Visita en español al campo de concentración Sachsenhausen
Top hotels in Stern
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Small sized room pillows is so uncomfortable
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
The premium rooms were so modern, spacious and quiet! Not very impressed with the bar woman being quite rude and this being the only option we always ate outside. Shame we couldn’t play table tennis because the same woman wasn’t very hospitable. The gym and sauna were awesome.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
The property was clean, staff were super helpful & friendly and the room was very comfortable! Ideal location just outside of a u-bahn station, walkable to local shops & cafes and has been an excellent base for sightseeing & visiting local christmas markets!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Good rooms and free parking was nice
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
H2 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
Great location and service. What more do you need?
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
TITANIC Comfort Berlin Mitte
All excellent
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Stern
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Botanical Garden and Griebnitzsee 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.
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.
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 Savignyplatz.
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.
