Gropiusstadt 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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 Gropiusstadt
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
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Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Hotel was excellent clean and near everything we wanted to go to
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Stayed for one night for an early morning flight and it is definitely the most convenient option! Would do it again!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Lovely hotel, brilliant room with fantastic views across the city
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
H4 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
The rooms are clean and size is moderate. Bath is convenient too. Breakfast is really good with big selection of all kind of delicious thinks. Okay it's European (or Western) based and also typical German. Stuff is always helpful and friendly. Location is also great and very central.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin
Staff were very pleasant and engaging.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gropiusstadt
Neukölln
You might enjoy the coffee shops while in Neukölln. Britzer Garten 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.
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.
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.
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.
Köpenick
You might enjoy the river views while in Köpenick. Mueggelsee is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Krankenhaus Köpenick-Südseite Tram Station or Pablo-Neruda-Straße Tram Stop 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.
