Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg Travel Guide
Berlin
Visit Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Popular places to visit
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.
East Side Gallery
Visit this monument along the Spree River to see more than 100 murals celebrating the fall of the Berlin Wall and Berlin’s reunification.
Uber Arena
Catch an event at Uber Arena during your trip to Berlin. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Tempodrom
Enjoy a show at Tempodrom, a popular theatre in Berlin. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Checkpoint Charlie Museum
Once a point of tension and dramatic escape attempts, this Cold War relic is now one of Berlin's biggest tourist attractions.
Jewish Museum Berlin
You can study the exhibits at Jewish Museum Berlin, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Berlin. Visit the notable monuments and shops 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 Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Me and All Hotel Berlin East Side, by Hyatt - NEW OPENING
The room was very modern and clean. We appreciated that the air conditioning worked. Our only complaint is that the wifi was a bit unreliable.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
GINN City & Lounge Yorck Berlin
When I walked through the door last Wednesday afternoon, I was greeted with “Welcome back!” So, it was reassuring that I’d made the right choice in returning to GINN City & Lounge Yorck Berlin, after a year. That greeting was so genuine and most appreciated. Then, throughout my 5 night stay, I enjoyed ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Novotel Suites Berlin City Potsdamer Platz
Excellent hotel, very good service from the staff, super central with a metro stop on the corner, and many attractions within walking distance. It has parking and the breakfast is very good. We had a few items that were not replaced in the room on a daily basis, but we reported it and they were taken ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Mondrian Suites Berlin Checkpoint Charlie
Laundry was helpful and we found parking close to the unit.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Garner Hotel Berlin - Checkpoint Charlie by IHG
Good overall
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Ibis Budget Berlin City Potsdamer Platz
Very close to the Center and Potsdamer Platz walking distance, also very close to Public Transport and a direct bus line to Berlin Hbf. Friendly staff, breakfast is average but fair for the price.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
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.
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 Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Potsdamer Platz to Bauhaus Archive – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
