Popular places to visit
Alexanderplatz
With its stark, 1960s layout, “Alex” is a showcase of Communist-era architecture and a lively central meeting place for locals.
Potsdamer Platz
Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was leveled during World War II and isolated in 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.
Zoo Berlin
Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.
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.
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.
Things to do
Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Berlin City walk Government District and Places of Democracy
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Berlin Tickets
Top hotels in Spandau
Garner Hotel Berlin - Spandau by IHG
The front desk staff were super friendly and helpful with all of our needs, including helping with frequently used German language 😊. This is definitely a must stay hotel - close to the s-barn (literally across the street), shopping, and dining!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Our room was spotless, views were great. Great central location and the swing up top was a perk! Only slight let down was no pool or jacuzzi as part of the ‘spa’ facilities.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Everything was perfect. Great service , nice hotel bar, fantastic breakfast buffet, spotless, comfortable rooms, and the perfect location to explore Berlin‘s attractions. Highly recommend it
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
IntercityHotel Berlin Airport BER Terminal 1+2
Yes super nice staff
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Berlin
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
H2 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
Helpful,friendly staff, clean room,nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Spandau
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Berliner Funkturm to Olympiastadion – discover Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Charlottenburg
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Charlottenburg. Deutsche Oper Berlin 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 Theatre of the West.
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.
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.
Tiergarten
Gourmet restaurants a must-see zoo and top sights from Potsdamer Platz to Victory Column – discover Tiergarten, a destination also famous for its shopping.
