Westliche Vorstadt Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Sanssouci Palace
Explore the resplendent rooms and picturesque terraces of this Rococo-style palace, built as a summer house for Frederick the Great, King of Prussia.
Sanssouci Park
Admire grand works of architecture, browse art by European masters and wander amid orderly flower gardens at this attractive park.
New Palace
In sprawling Sanssouci Park is a great Prussian Baroque palace with richly decorated halls, theaters and a marine-themed stateroom.
University of Potsdam
Get a feel for the vibrant student lifestyle and admire centuries-old architectural landmarks as you explore campuses of Brandenburg’s largest university.
Orangery Palace
Explore this High Renaissance palace to see its lavish Rococo-style royal apartments and appreciate its homage to the architecture of Florence and Rome.
Chinese Tea House
This glowing teahouse in Sanssouci Park demonstrates the Chinese design elements that influenced Prussian architecture in the 18th century.
Things to do
Potsdam Half-Day Walking Tour from Berlin
Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit
Guided Spanish Tour of Potsdam Discover its Beauty
From Berlin: Potsdam Highlights & Sanssouci half day Walking Tour
Top hotels in Westliche Vorstadt
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Great location, easy access to transport, food, the Christmas markets and the tourist hop on hop off bus is across the road. The staff were helpful and friendly and we had Christmas lunch at Spargo restaurant which was excellent!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
The unmanned check-in is convenient, but you'll need to find a staff member to get VIP benefits. The hotel is close to the bus stop, the breakfast is delicious, and although the hotel itself is old, the room was fairly spacious on the 6th floor facing the park plaza, and I had a great view of the ...
Reviewed on 1 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
Breakfast crowded.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin
Great room, breakfast was amazing
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt
Room is clean and tidy. The sauna experience is good
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westliche Vorstadt
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Botanical Garden and Griebnitzsee 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.
