Potsdam West 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
Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit
Guided Spanish Tour of Potsdam Discover its Beauty
Potsdam Half-Day Walking Tour from Berlin
From Berlin: Potsdam Highlights & Sanssouci half day Walking Tour
Top hotels in Potsdam West
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
lobby was great, has food, bar and a DJ
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Meget flot værelse. Pænt og rent og moderne. Venligt personale. Fremragende morgenmad. Ligger meget centralt i centrum. Det eneste man skal være klar over, er at der ikke er nogen dør til toiletterne.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
H2 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
Room was clean and staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
TITANIC Comfort Berlin Mitte
Clean,comfty and adorable theme
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Mercure Hotel MOA Berlin
Very clean room. Modern.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Potsdam West
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like House of the Wannsee Conference and Botanical Garden 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.
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.
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.
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.
Charlottenburg
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Charlottenburg. Deutsche Oper Berlin is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Richard Wagner Place U-Bahn or Bismarckstrasse U-Bahn to see more of Berlin.
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.
