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: 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 Spandau
Garner Hotel Berlin - Spandau by IHG
My room was clean, spacious and comfortable with perfect en-suite bathroom and shower. Loved it!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
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
Cool place. Easy self check in/out process in seconds. Good location and kind staff. I was assigned a room in the 7th floor and had to take one elevator, walk about 80 meters and take another one. Not so nice, however it was a great stay overall. I'd stay there again if I ever had to go back to ...
Reviewed on 25 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
Other neighbourhoods around Spandau
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.
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.
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.
Moabit
Travellers choose Moabit for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Birkenstrasse U-Bahn or Turmstrasse U-Bahn and check out top sights like Classic Remise Berlin.
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.
