Popular places to visit

Köpenick Palace
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Köpenick Palace during your trip to Berlin. Visit the notable monuments and lively bars in this vibrant area.

Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz is a marvellous example of 1960s architecture and a centralised meeting place within Berlin that’s particularly popular with local residents.

Potsdamer Platz
Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was completely destroyed during the Second World War and isolated during the Cold War.

Zoo Berlin
Say “Guten Tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of the most comprehensive and elegant zoos in Europe.

Brandenburg Gate
This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.

Checkpoint Charlie
You can learn about the history of Berlin with a visit to Checkpoint Charlie. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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Other neighbourhoods around Köpenick

Treptow-Köpenick
Check out the cafes while you're in Treptow-Köpenick. Hop on the metro at Bammelecke Tram Stop and Strandbad Grünau Tram Stop to see top sights like Mueggelsee and Badestelle Kleiner Müggelsee.

Neukölln
You might enjoy the coffee shops while in Neukölln. Britzer Garten is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Britz-Süd Station or Britz South U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Lichtenberg
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lichtenberg. If sightseeing is on the list, Lido Orankesee is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Genslerstraße Tram Stop or Arendsweg Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Friedrichshain
Known for its lively bars and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Friedrichshain. Top attractions like Simon-Dach-Strasse and Boxhagener Platz are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Frankfurter Gate U-Bahn or Bersarinplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like East Side Gallery and Uber Arena. See more of Berlin by jumping on the metro at Gorlitzer U-Bahn or Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn.

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