Schöneberg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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David Bowie and Iggy Pop once lived in this fascinating Berlin district, which is now the diverse center of Berlin’s gay community.

In the heart of western Berlin, this historic district has been the home of some of the city’s most notable residents. Removed from the bars and nightclubs of neighboring Kreuzberg, Schoeneberg has long exuded a certain coolness. At the center of Berlin’s gay community, Schoeneberg is a tolerant and open-minded precinct. Its cozy neighborhoods feature some of the most beautiful streets in the city. Spend a day exploring its parks, squares and churches or shop in one of Europe’s largest department stores, the luxurious Kaufhaus des Westerns.

Immortalized in Christian Isherwood’s famous novel Goodbye to Berlin, Schoeneberg was once the site of extravagant cabaret parties and 1920s decadence. While the party scene may have moved farther east, the decadence and glamor of 1920s Berlin can still be seen as you wander the streets of Schoeneberg.

Visit the enormous Kaufhaus des Westerns, known to locals as KaDeWe, to experience one of Europe’s leading department stores. KaDeWe is home to many of the world’s most exclusive labels and features an impressive food court on its upper two floors. Sample Parisian croissants, Austrian riesling and Atlantic salmon as you explore the gourmet sixth level. Move upstairs for a seated meal in the Winter Garden restaurant, with sweeping views across Wittenbergplatz.

Visit Rathaus Schoeneberg, located on John-F-Kennedy-Platz, to browse in the weekend flea market in front of the town hall. The square is named after the former American president, as it was here in 1963 that Kennedy made his famous “Ich bin ein Berliner” (“I am a Berliner”) speech. The flea market is known for its affordable prices and large collection of books and framed pictures.

Wander past the apartment that David Bowie and Iggy Pop shared in the late 1970s. Other famous past residents of Schoeneberg include Albert Einstein and the actor Klaus Kinski.

Reach Schoeneberg by train or bus. Stay in one of the hotels around Nollendorfplatz for walking access to many of Berlin’s major attractions.


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Our pick of the best Schöneberg Hotel Deals

Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum
Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum
Bülowstraße 20-22, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$136 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"great location"

Reviewed on 13 Oct. 2024

Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Martin Luther Strasse 1, Berlin, Berlin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$172 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,158 reviews)
"Room was very clean , had everything we needed. It is pretty small, but we only needed it to spend a few nights while visiting Berlin. The room has a tea kettle, which was very nice. Would have had a great view but there were scaffolding installed on the building at the time we visited - late October ..."

Reviewed on 4 Nov. 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Hotel City B
Hotel City B
Potsdamer Str. 129, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$132 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Good Hotel. Excellent location"

Reviewed on 28 Sep. 2024

Hotel City B
Mercure Hotel Berlin Wittenbergplatz
Mercure Hotel Berlin Wittenbergplatz
4 out of 5
Wittenbergplatz 3, Berlin
The price is NZ$173 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"It would have been nice to have had the bar opening times in the rooms"

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

Mercure Hotel Berlin Wittenbergplatz
TITANIC Comfort Kurfürstendamm
TITANIC Comfort Kurfürstendamm
Kleiststraße 9-12, Berlin, Berlin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$141 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (546 reviews)
"Fantastic and helpful concierge desk. Close to bars, restaurants and cafes in Schöneberg."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

TITANIC Comfort Kurfürstendamm
Axel Hotel Berlin - Adults Only
Axel Hotel Berlin - Adults Only
Lietzenburger Str 13-15, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$160 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Axel Berlin is a solid choice for LGBTQ or ally travelers while in the city. This property is showing a bit of age, but it’s still fine."

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2024

Axel Hotel Berlin - Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Schöneberg

Wilmersdorf featuring street scenes

Wilmersdorf

4/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Wilmersdorf
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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 Tempelhof Park and Columbiahalle.

Tempelhof-Schoeneberg
Tiergarten which includes autumn colours, forests and a garden

Tiergarten

4/5(1 area review)

Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Zoo Berlin to Potsdamer Platz – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Tiergarten
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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.

West Berlin Centre
Mitte featuring a city and modern architecture

Mitte

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Mitte
Kreuzberg showing outdoor art as well as an individual female

Kreuzberg

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Kreuzberg. You can visit top attractions like Checkpoint Charlie and Jewish Museum Berlin, and jump on the metro at Prinzenstrasse U-Bahn or Kottbusser Gate U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Kreuzberg

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