Blankenburg Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Sachsenhausen, East Side Gallery & Berlin Story Bunker Tour
Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit
Top hotels in Blankenburg
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
We love Park Inn because this hotel situated very convenient place, just 1-2mins from Alexanderplatz Station which if you catch faster train such as RB8, only within 30 mins to the airport to the hotel. U2 train entrance is just next to it. This occasion we chose Standard City View room which has ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Great area easy check in and out, about 30 mins from hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Excellent hotel. Rooms very clean and comfortable. Breakfast simple but good quality. Staff very helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
TITANIC Comfort Berlin Mitte
Clean,comfty and adorable theme
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
H2 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
This hotel was good. Great central location. Walkable to most touristy places and the christmas markets. Check in was easy and smooth. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Staff were helpful and welcomed wih a hello and a smile. This is an eco friendly hotel so cleaning isnt done every day but if you ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Clean and tidy room.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Blankenburg
Pankow
Travellers choose Pankow for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Rosenthaler Straße Tram Stop or Blankenfelder Straße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Schonhauser Allee Arkaden.
Prenzlauer Berg
Travellers choose Prenzlauer Berg for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Thomas-Mann-Straße Tram Stop or Greifswalder Straße-Ostseestraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Velodrom.
Lichtenberg
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lichtenberg. If sightseeing is on the list, Wellblechpalast is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Genslerstraße Tram Stop or Arendsweg Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Scheunenviertel
While you're in Scheunenviertel, take in top sights like Torstrasse or Volksbuehne Berlin, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Weinmeisterstrasse U-Bahn or Rosa Luxemburg Place 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.
Mitte
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Potsdamer Platz and Alexanderplatz, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
