Things to do in Stahnsdorf

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Top places to visit

1. Alexanderplatz

Alexanderplatz is a pedestrian and transport hub, including everything from high-end shopping to panoramic views of the city. Named after the Russian Csar Alexander I and later becoming the center of East Germany during the Cold War, today's "Alex" includes all the luxuries of a Western metropolitan center.
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Berlin Skyline tv tower Alexanderplatz Alexander square panoramic view in Germany

2. Potsdamer Platz

Potsdamer Platz is one of the world’s great success stories in urban renewal. After World War II, when Berlin was divided along political lines, Potsdamer Platz (Potsdam Square) became a no-man's-land. Once the busiest traffic intersection in Europe, it was suddenly stranded between East and West Berlin. When the Wall came down, the reunified city was desperate to return the square to its former glory. Design competitions were held and the entire area became Europe’s largest building site. Today it’s filled with daring architecture, corporate headquarters, residential areas, shopping plazas, cinemas and public spaces. Most importantly it has created a healing link between the once divided city.
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Potsdamer Platz featuring a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

3. Brandenburg Gate

The history of Brandenburg Gate – an enormous, sandstone, neoclassical arch – is inextricably linked with the history of Berlin and Germany. Built in 1791 to mark the entrance to Unter den Linden, Berlin's grandest boulevard, the arch was originally created as a symbol of peace. Standing 85-feet (30-meters) high, the Brandenburg Gate was modeled on the gateway to the Acropolis in Athens. When Napoleon defeated the Prussians in 1806, he marched triumphantly through the gate into Berlin, before taking the gate’s crowning statue, Victoria, the Goddess of Victory, back to France as a spoil of war. Victoria was later returned and once again sits atop the gate driving her chariot of horses.
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4. Kurfürstendamm

Head to Charlottenburg’s famous boulevard to experience the glamour of old Berlin coupled with the style of contemporary cosmopolitan Europe. The historic Kurfuerstendamm is one of the city’s oldest streets and was built as a route to a prominent hunting lodge now on the outskirts of the city. Today, exclusive boutiques, major department stores and luxury hotels line Kurfuerstendamm, or Kudamm as locals sometimes call the street. At its eastern end find a somber reminder of the bombings of Berlin during World War II.
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5. Zoo Berlin

Berlin Zoo, or Zoologischer Garten in German, covers 84 acres (34 hectares) in the impressive Tiergarten park in the city center. The zoo opened in 1844 and was almost completely decimated in World War II. Now one of Europe's great zoological gardens, it’s home to nearly 18,000 animals from 1,500 species. It's attracted its fair share of celebrity too. It was here the polar bear Knut became an international star a few years ago, idolized through merchandise and TV appearances, before sadly passing away in 2011.
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What to do in Stahnsdorf

Popular places to visit

Alexanderplatz showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Alexanderplatz

With its stark, 1960s layout, “Alex” is a showcase of Communist-era architecture and a lively central meeting place for locals.

Alexanderplatz
Potsdamer Platz featuring shopping, cbd and interior views

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.

Potsdamer Platz
Brandenburg Gate which includes a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Brandenburg Gate

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

Brandenburg Gate
Kurfuerstendamm which includes street scenes

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.

Kurfürstendamm
Berlin Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

Zoo Berlin

Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.

Zoo Berlin
Checkpoint Charlie

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.

Checkpoint Charlie
Messe Berlin

Messe Berlin

Learn about the events happening in Messe Berlin during your trip to Berlin. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

Messe Berlin
Olympiastadion

Olympiastadion

Catch an event at Olympiastadion during your trip to Berlin. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Olympiastadion
Waldbühne

Waldbühne

Get tickets for a show at Waldbühne, a theatre with a story to tell in Berlin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this walkable area.

Waldbühne
Brandenburg Gate which includes a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Berlin

Potsdam which includes heritage architecture, night scenes and château or palace

Potsdam

Kleinmachnow showing heritage architecture and château or palace

Kleinmachnow

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Frequently asked questions

Is Stahnsdorf worth visiting?
Stahnsdorf has an interesting mix of culture, attractions and local charm. Whether you're into history, the outdoors or traditional food, there's a lot you'll enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in Stahnsdorf?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Babelsberg Film Park and Strandbad Wannsee. Then, tour different parts of Stahnsdorf for a quick bite and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Stahnsdorf?
Babelsberg Film Park is one of the top tourist attractions in Stahnsdorf and deserves a place on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Stahnsdorf?
You can easily tick off top attractions like Babelsberg Film Park, Strandbad Wannsee and Glienicke Palace with a three-day trip to Stahnsdorf. On average, most travellers plan three days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Berlin.
Is Stahnsdorf a walkable city?
With awesome attractions like Heimatverein Stadt Teltow 1990 eV nearby, Stahnsdorf is every bit a place to explore on foot. Like to discover some exciting neighbourhoods within walking distance of downtown? Kolonie Kleinmachnow is around 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Stahnsdorf with kids?
If you're looking for tours and attractions for all ages, here are some terrific ideas for what to do in Stahnsdorf with kids.

What to do in Stahnsdorf for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or outdoor adventurer, there are loads of things to do in Stahnsdorf for adults including EUREF-Campus and Domäne Dahlem.
Are there free things to do in Stahnsdorf?
One of the simplest ways to learn about free things to do in Stahnsdorf is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without getting your cash out. Glienicke Palace is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.