Zehlendorf Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Zehlendorf
Popular places to visit
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz is a marvellous example of 1960s architecture and a centralised meeting place within Berlin that’s particularly popular with local residents.
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.
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
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.
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 fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Berlin: 1-Hour Boat Tour with Bilingual Guide (Ger/Eng)
Berlin: Walking Tour of the Top 10 Sightseeing Attractions
Brandenburg: Tropical Islands Resort Day Ticket
Berlin: Berlin Story Bunker Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Zehlendorf Hotel Deals
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
InterContinental Berlin by IHG
Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025
TITANIC Chaussee Berlin
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Grand Hyatt Berlin
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zehlendorf
Steglitz-Zehlendorf
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Top attractions like Strandbad Wannsee and Botanical Garden 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.
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-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.
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 Schoneberg Gasometer and Tempelhof Park.
Schöneberg
Schoneberg Gasometer 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.
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.
- Alexanderplatz
- Zoo Berlin
- Kurfürstendamm
- Potsdamer Platz
- Brandenburg Gate
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Olympiastadion
- Messe Berlin
- Waldbühne
- Berlin TV Tower
- Gendarmenmarkt
- Reichstag Building
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Hackescher Markt
- Friedrichstadt-Palast
- Tierpark Berlin
- Estrel Festival Center
- DDR Museum
- Sanssouci Palace
- Berlin Cathedral
- Berliner Philharmonie
- Velodrom
- Checkpoint Charlie Museum