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City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

Activity duration is 1 day
7.6 out of 10 with 384 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥3,890 per adult
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Deluxe Berlin: Hassle-Free Shore Tour from Warnemunde Cruise Port

Deluxe Berlin: Hassle-Free Shore Tour from Warnemunde Cruise Port

Activity duration is 11 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
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Price is ￥14,226 per adult
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Berlin: Breakfast at Café Wintergarten

Berlin: Breakfast at Café Wintergarten

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Price is ￥4,502 per adult
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Berlin: Culture Shock Comedy Show

Berlin: Culture Shock Comedy Show

Activity duration is 2 hours
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Price is ￥2,341 per adult
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Berlin: Breakfast at Café Wintergarten

Berlin: Breakfast at Café Wintergarten

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What to do in Potsdam

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Alexanderplatz which includes modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Alexanderplatz

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

Alexanderplatz
Brandenburg Gate featuring a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

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
Potsdamer Platz showing a city, central business district and modern architecture

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
Berlin Zoo which includes zoo animals and land 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
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
Checkpoint Charlie

Checkpoint Charlie

You can learn about the history of Berlin with a visit to Checkpoint Charlie. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.

Checkpoint Charlie
Waldbühne

Waldbühne

Enjoy a show at Waldbühne, a storied theater in Berlin. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.

Waldbühne
Olympiastadion

Olympiastadion

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

Olympiastadion
Messe Berlin

Messe Berlin

Learn about the events happening at Messe Berlin during your trip to Berlin. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Messe Berlin

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Brandenburg Gate featuring a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

Berlin

Kleinmachnow featuring heritage architecture and a castle

Kleinmachnow

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Caputh

Werder

Werder

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Dallgow-Doeberitz

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Geltow

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Stahnsdorf

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Krampnitz

Frequently asked questions

Is Potsdam worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Potsdam is explore Babelsberg Film Park. Tick this leading attraction off your itinerary, then discover more of the area's history and shopping.
How do I spend a day in Potsdam?
Once you've visited top attractions like Babelsberg Film Park and Strandbad Wannsee, spend the rest of your day experiencing Potsdam's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Potsdam?
Don't go home without exploring Babelsberg Film Park, rated the top tourist attraction in Potsdam.
Is three days enough to stay in Potsdam?
Three days will be enough time to check out many city highlights, such as Babelsberg Film Park, Strandbad Wannsee and Sanssouci Park. The average stay in Potsdam is three days. If you feel the urge to extend your vacation, Berlin isn't far away.
Is Potsdam a walkable city?
With exciting neighborhoods and top sights within walking distance of the city center, Potsdam is a great place to discover on foot. Enjoy wandering between Babelsberg Film Park and Sanssouci Park. Then take a stroll through Innenstadt Potsdam, located 0.97 kilometers from the center, and Westliche Vorstadt, which is about 5 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Potsdam with kids?
Whether you're traveling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, an itinerary filled with fun activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Potsdam with kids.

What to do in Potsdam for adults?
Klosterhof Töplitz Winery and Historic Mill of Sanssouci are just a few of the things to do in Potsdam. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Potsdam?
In Potsdam, Sanssouci Park is an unmissable spot for anyone wanting to see the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the green spaces and other neighborhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a simple way to find out about the best free things to do in Potsdam.