Halensee Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Alexanderplatz
There are many debates about where the real centre of Berlin is, but Alexanderplatz, with its teetering tower and retail therapy, is certainly a contender.
Zoo Berlin
Visit some of the world’s most exotic animals without leaving the city. Berlin houses one of the biggest and most elegant zoos in Europe.
Brandenburg Gate
One of Europe’s most powerful landmarks, this German symbol dates back to 1791 and has played a huge role in the country’s political culture ever since.
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.
Potsdamer Platz
This public square once lay divided between East and West Germany, now it brings people together in a celebration of their city.
Checkpoint Charlie
Learn about the history of Checkpoint Charlie, a well-known monument in Berlin. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Berlin: Sightseeing Walking Tour of the Top 20 Attractions
Berlin: Tour Walking to the Top 10 Sightseeing Attractions
Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit
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Berlin: Ticket for World Balloon with Perfect View
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Other neighbourhoods around Halensee
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. Kurfürstendamm 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 Kurfürstendamm.
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Kurfürstendamm to Zoo Berlin – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Schöneberg
Schoneberg City Hall and Schoneberg Gasometer are top sights in Schöneberg, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Eisenacher Street U-Bahn or Kleistpark U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Zoo Berlin to Potsdamer Platz – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
- Alexanderplatz
- Zoo Berlin
- Brandenburg Gate
- Kurfürstendamm
- Potsdamer Platz
- Checkpoint Charlie
- East Side Gallery
- Waldbühne
- Berlin TV Tower
- Mercedes-Benz Arena
- Reichstag Building
- Friedrichstadt-Palast
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Museum Island
- Berlin Cathedral
- Checkpoint Charlie Museum
- Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
- Europa Center
- Sanssouci Palace
- Velodrom