Tiergarten Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Tiergarten which includes a pond, a park and forests
Enter a peaceful park full of forests, lakes and long expanses of grass, all within minutes of the city centre.

This former hunting ground for Prussian royalty, commonly known as the Tiergarten or ‘Animal Park’, is no longer full of wild game, but rather full of Berliners looking for an escape from city centre living. It boasts two million square metres of green space and natural beauty, and its enormous size has resulted in it lending its name to the entire surrounding suburb of central Berlin.

The park can be explored on foot, by bike or even in a Velotaxi (an electric rickshaw), if you want a quicker way to discover all the monuments and statues dotted throughout the park. This maze of wonders has something for everyone. The Soviet War Memorial – built in 1945 as a tribute to Soviet soldiers who died in the World War II – will impress the history buffs, while fans of classical music will get a thrill from the statue of German composer Wagner.

The centre of the park is marked by a 70-metre-high Victory Column, which originally stood outside the Reichtstag. It was moved to the Tiergarten by Hitler, subsequently saving it from destruction during World War II. For a peaceful view across the city, climb the 285 steps and see the Bellevue Palace, the zoo, theBrandenburg Gate and Schloss Charlottenburg.

The best time to experience the park is when the warm weather hits. Suddenly, the place comes alive with families, friends and sunbathers soaking up the mid-afternoon sun. Winter brings a more sombre feel to the park – an icily beautiful trek among the bare trees. You may come across people ice skating on the small frozen lakes, though this isn't advised.

If you forgot your picnic, don’t worry, as there is a café in the park’s centre called Café am Neuen See. This is a great spot for coffee, cake and a refreshing wheat beer, which can be enjoyed in the beer garden.

Getting to the park is easy – simply walk from the centre or hop on an S-bahn or U-bahn train. The closest station is Berlin-Tiergarten, near the western entrance.


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Our pick of the best Tiergarten Hotel Deals

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Lützowplatz 17, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$171 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,839 reviews)
"Great service from all of the staff and good location."

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
Gabriele Tergit Promenade 19, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$189 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
Good area for a city break
"A modern functional hotel with lots of amenities close by (less than a 10 minute walk). The road outside is large with lots of office blocks but under them are restaurants and bars. We also used the Steinecke bakery at the top of the road for breakfast and coffee. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
InterContinental Berlin, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Berlin, an IHG Hotel
Budapester Str. 2, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$240 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Berlin ( City West )
"Great Hotel, Great People and Brilliant Location"

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2024

InterContinental Berlin, an IHG Hotel
Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
Budapester Str. 25, Berlin, BE
The price is NZ$242 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Brilliant place to stay. Not the cheapest but definitley great value for money"

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Berlin Potsdamer Platz
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Berlin Potsdamer Platz
DENNEWITZSTRASSE 44, Berlin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$131 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (329 reviews)
"Nice hotel in a good location. Walking distance to Potsdamer Platz."

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Berlin Potsdamer Platz
JW Marriott Hotel Berlin
JW Marriott Hotel Berlin
Stauffenbergstr. 26, Berlin
The price is NZ$214 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"We enjoyed our short stay. We loved that it was close to Tiergarten for a morning run and the sauna and pool for a post workout relaxation."

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2024

JW Marriott Hotel Berlin
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 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
Schoeneberg featuring a city

Schöneberg

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Schoneberg City Hall and Nollendorfplatz 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.

Schöneberg
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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.

Moabit
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
Schloss Charlottenburg showing a sunset, heritage architecture and heritage elements

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.

Charlottenburg

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