Friedrichshain

Berlin

Friedrichshain featuring outdoor art
Friedrichshain featuring art and outdoor art
Friedrichshain featuring outdoor art and art
Friedrichshain showing art and outdoor art
Friedrichshain featuring art and outdoor art

Straddling the eastern side of the River Spree, this former industrial precinct is today the home of some of Berlin’s most progressive nightclubs.

Friedrichshain has seen many changes in the last three decades. Its tumultuous history has paved the way for it to become one of the city’s most fascinating neighborhoods. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of East Germany, Friedrichshain became known as representing the abandonment experienced across East Berlin. Today the area is one of the liveliest in the city, with a young population, a cosmopolitan entertainment precinct and some of Europe’s most revered nightclubs on its fringes.

See one of the longest remaining stretches of the Berlin Wall lining the river between Friedrichshain and neighboring KreuzbergOpens in a new window. The East Side GalleryOpens in a new window is a 0.8-mile (1.3-kilometer) stretch of the wall that, since 1990, has been an outdoor canvas for over 100 murals by global artists. Walk its length to see huge pieces by Thierry Noir, Dmitri Vrubel and Bodo Sperling.

Friedrichshain’s sprawling Volkspark is an idyllic picnic location in summer and is transformed into a picturesque snowscape with a sledding hill in winter. As you stroll through the park, see the stunning Märchenbrunnen fountain that dates back to 1913.

Wander the cobbled streets that surround Boxhagener Platz to discover local boutiques and cozy cafés. These streets were once the center of Berlin’s squatting movement. The area has maintained much of its leftist political views, despite rapid gentrification in the past decade.

Visit Boxhagener Platz on a Sunday to look for special items at its popular flea market. Shop for antique furniture, clothing and East German keepsakes to take home.

As night falls, converge on Revaler Straße to join scores of partiers at some of Berlin’s best nightclubs. One side of the street is lined by an abandoned former train repair station, which has been repurposed as an entertainment precinct. Find beer gardens, nightclubs, concert venues and even an outdoor rock-climbing center among the seemingly dilapidated buildings.

Easy to navigate on foot, Friedrichshain is the base for a number of guided walks, including popular street art tours. Catch the tram or train to connect to neighboring areas of Berlin, including MitteOpens in a new window and Kreuzberg.


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Top hotels in Friedrichshain

Locke at East Side Gallery

Locke at East Side Gallery

Mühlenstraße 61-63, Berlin
The price is P5,479 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,479
P6,303 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (486 reviews)
"Loved being in the heart of the East Side Gallery, the ease of walking to places & closeness to public transportation. The hotel has everything you need & a 24/7 vending machine extraordinaire behind it for any extras.The rooms were like a home away from home with full kitchen. Staff were incredibly ..."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Locke at East Side Gallery
Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz

Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz

4.5 out of 5
Otto-Braun-Strasse 90, Berlin, BE
The price is P5,045 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,045
P5,803 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We were given 2 days free breakfast due to AC wasn’t working and breakfast was delicious Hotel it self nice place to stay close to Alexander platz, stuff were nice to us I love this hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
Moxy Berlin Ostbahnhof

Moxy Berlin Ostbahnhof

Andreasstrasse 76-78, Berlin
The price is P4,346 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P4,346
P4,999 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (783 reviews)
"Great stay, except the cleaning staff coming into your room multiple times before check-out time. Not great meanwhile sleeping…"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Moxy Berlin Ostbahnhof
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

4.5 out of 5
Alexanderplatz 7, Berlin, BE
The price is P6,178 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P6,178
P7,075 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,670 reviews)
"Very convenient location to access anywhere, even stores and restaurants. However the vendors loud speakers stays on till very late at night."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Lützowplatz 17, Berlin, BE
The price is P5,492 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P5,492
P6,317 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,263 reviews)
"Great hotel in a good spot. Transport to all sightseeing areas one minute away"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz

Gabriele Tergit Promenade 19, Berlin, BE
The price is P5,803 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,803
P6,675 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,078 reviews)
Clean, well-situated hotel
"Great location, clean rooms, and pretty good value. Would recommend."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
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Checkpoint Charlie Museum featuring signage

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

East Side Gallery and Uber Arena are top sights in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Gorlitzer U-Bahn or Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Prenzlauer Berg which includes a city

Prenzlauer Berg

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Kreuzberg which includes outdoor art as well as an individual femail

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Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Kreuzberg. Top attractions like Jewish Museum Berlin and Checkpoint Charlie Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Prinzenstrasse U-Bahn or Kottbusser Gate U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Lichtenberg

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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.

Lichtenberg
Mitte featuring a city and modern architecture

Mitte

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Mitte
Tiergarten featuring a park, fall colors and a pond

Tiergarten

Travelers love Tiergarten for its popular shops, and you can see more of Berlin by jumping on the metro at Kurfurstenstrasse U-Bahn or Bundestag U-Bahn. You might spend time checking out top sights like Zoo Berlin and Potsdamer Platz.

Tiergarten

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