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Potsdam Attractions

It's not surprising that so many people keep coming back to Potsdam every year. This captivating city is brimming with fun things to do. Whether you enjoy seeing the sights or trying out more thrilling experiences, you'll find it hard to be bored here.

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Taking a break in Potsdam on a budget? The following can be seen for nothing.

Jan-Bouman-Haus - Wander the halls and appreciate the interesting displays and collections at this respected museum.

New Garden - Make this place your first port of call if it's fun you're chasing during your vacation.

Nauener Gate - Spend time at this historic landmark and learn a thing or two about the cultural heritage of the region.

Templiner See - Slow things right down and spend some relaxation time close to the water.

Potsdam Christmas Market - Arrange a visit and learn about the importance of this place to the community.

St. Nicolas Church - Get an understanding of the local beliefs at this spiritual place.

Neuer Lustgarten - Contemplate the contrast between the city and nature's splendor at this scenic place.

Neuer Lustgarten - Grab your picnic blanket, throw together a few snacks and find a shady area to be at one with nature.


 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Potsdam on a sunny day?
What to do in Potsdam on a rainy day?
There’s no need to squelch your way through a rainy day when there are so many awesome indoor activities like these to try:


Are there cheap things to do in Potsdam?
What can you do in Potsdam for free?
Your escape to Potsdam needn’t send you broke with free attractions like these to explore:

  • Potsdam’s Brandenburg Gate
  • Sanssouci Park
  • Templiner See
  • New Garden


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Brandenburg Region which includes heritage architecture

Innenstadt

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Discover Innenstadt, memorable for its historic sites. Popular attractions in Innenstadt include Museum Barberini and Potsdam Harbour, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Central Station/H.-Mann-Allee Tram Stop.

Innenstadt
Park Babelsberg featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and chateau or palace

Babelsberg

Discover Babelsberg, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Babelsberg include Babelsberg Film Park and Griebnitzsee, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Babelsberg S-Bahn.

Babelsberg
Heiland Kirche at Port of Sacrow - near Potsdam.

Potsdam Nord

While visiting Potsdam Nord, you might make a stop by sights like Bornstedt Royal Estate and The Biosphere and Potsdam People's Park.

Potsdam Nord
Potsdamer Institut für Klimafolgenforschung - ein schöner Spaziergang durch den Wissenschaftspark Albert Einstein.

Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research - nice walk along the historical Research Campus Albert Einstein.

Potsdam Süd

While you're in Potsdam Süd, take in top sights like Potsdam Forest and Havel Lake Area and jump on the metro at Zum Kahleberg Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Potsdam Süd
Sanssouci Palace showing chateau or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Westliche Vorstadt

While you're in Westliche Vorstadt, take in top sights like Templiner See and jump on the metro at Schloss Charlottenhof Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Westliche Vorstadt
Potsdam which includes a garden and flowers

Nördliche Vorstadt

While visiting Nördliche Vorstadt, you might make a stop by sights like Schloss Cecilienhof and Belvedere on the Pfingstberg.

Nördliche Vorstadt

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