Friedrichshain

Berlin

Friedrichshain which includes outdoor art
Friedrichshain showing outdoor art and art
Friedrichshain which includes art and outdoor art
Friedrichshain featuring outdoor art and art
Friedrichshain which includes outdoor art and 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 neighbourhoods. 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-kilometre) 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 cosy cafés. These streets were once the centre 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 centre 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

Moxy Berlin Ostbahnhof
Moxy Berlin Ostbahnhof
Andreasstrasse 76-78, Berlin
The price is €82 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€82
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (762 reviews)
"Really nice hotel near to a main station and one stop from the centre. Lots of variety of things to do in all directions."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Moxy Berlin Ostbahnhof
Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
4.5 out of 5
Otto-Braun-Strasse 90, Berlin, BE
The price is €89 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€89
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (998 reviews)
"Good stay, very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
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nhow Berlin
Stralauer Allee 3, Berlin, BE
The price is €88 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€88
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Will surely return here!
"Excellent location and friendly staff. I love the music themed elevators and the glitzy food truck on the water front. Rooms are good sized with adequate storage and washrooms are comfy"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

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Locke at East Side Gallery
Locke at East Side Gallery
Mühlenstraße 61-63, Berlin
The price is €96 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€96
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (468 reviews)
"Highly recommend. Truly amazing hotel, the staff is super friendly and knowledgeable, sharing many tips to make the most of the time in Berlin. The food is exceptional and the view is spectacular. Bed is very comfortable. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Locke at East Side Gallery
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Lützowplatz 17, Berlin, BE
The price is €103 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€103
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (2,161 reviews)
"Perfect hotel for stays with families"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
4.5 out of 5
Alexanderplatz 7, Berlin, BE
The price is €105 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€105
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,635 reviews)
"I fear that the two skyscrapers currently under construction nextdoor will diminish this lovely hotel’s uniqueness. That said it is still a convenient location steeped in DDR history."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
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Checkpoint Charlie Museum showing signage

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Checkpoint Charlie and East Side Gallery. See more of Berlin by jumping on the metro at Gorlitzer U-Bahn or Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn.

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Prenzlauer Berg which includes a city

Prenzlauer Berg

Travellers choose Prenzlauer Berg for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Thomas-Mann-Straße Tram Stop or Greifswalder Straße-Ostseestraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Velodrom.

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4/5(182 area reviews)

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3.5/5(16 area reviews)

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Lichtenberg
Mitte featuring a city and modern architecture

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4.5/5(1,916 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.

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Tiergarten which includes autumn colours, forests and a garden

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4/5(3 area reviews)

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