Potsdam Gate, Berlin

#697 among attractions in Berlin

Memorial, Karl Friedrich Schinkel

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The Potsdam Gate was one of the western gates of the Berlin Customs Wall, south of the still-standing Brandenburg Gate. It was originally constructed in 1734, and then rebuilt in 1824 as a neoclassic imposing gateway. It was one of the few gates that were left when the Customs Wall was demolished but it suffered severe damage during the bombing of Berlin in World War II. Its remains were demolished in 1961, when the Berlin Wall was erected. ()

Local name: Potsdamer Tor Coordinates: 52°30'31"N, 13°22'26"E

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Mitte (Tiergarten)Berlin Germany

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Potsdam Gate – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Potsdamer Platz, Neue Nationalgalerie, Museum of Film and Television Berlin, Kunstgewerbemuseum.

~700 ftNE
Square at the heart of city's history
Potsdamer Platz, Berlin
4 min walk • Potsdamer Platz, the vibrant heart of Berlin, is a testament to the city's dynamic evolution and its resilience. Once a bustling hub in the early 20th century, it was left desolate after World War II and further divided by the Berlin Wall.
~1490 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin
8 min walk • The Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural landscape and its dedication to the preservation and exhibition of modern art. This striking museum, designed by the renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, was inaugurated in...
~370 ftN
Museum
Museum of Film and Television Berlin, Berlin
2 min walk • Nestled in the cultural heart of Berlin, the Museum of Film and Television Berlin offers a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Germany's cinematic and broadcasting heritage. As a beacon for film enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this museum provides a comprehensive...
~1510 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Kunstgewerbemuseum, Berlin
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Kunstgewerbemuseum, or the Museum of Decorative Arts, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of decorative art in Germany. This museum, located on the Kulturforum close to Potsdamer Platz, is a treasure trove for...
~1230 ftE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Spy Museum, Berlin
6 min walk • The Spy Museum Berlin is an intriguing attraction that delves into the shadowy world of espionage. Situated in the heart of Germany's capital, this museum offers visitors a unique glimpse into the tools, tactics, and tales of spies and intelligence operations...
~940 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Berlin Musical Instrument Museum, Berlin
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Berlin Musical Instrument Museum strikes a harmonious chord with both music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This esteemed institution is part of the State Institute for Music Research and resides within the culture-rich...
~1040 ftNW
Berlin Philharmonic's modernist home
Philharmonie, Berlin
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin's vibrant cultural landscape, the Philharmonie stands as a beacon of musical excellence and architectural innovation. This iconic concert hall, with its distinctive tent-like structure and bright yellow facade, has cemented its place as...
~570 ftNW
52°30'35"N • 13°22'19"E
Legoland Discovery Centre, Berlin
3 min walk • Amusement park, Theme park, Entertainment
~440 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Potsdamer Platz Arkaden, Berlin
3 min walk • The Potsdamer Platz Arkaden shopping center is part of the Potsdamer Platz neighborhood in Berlin's Mitte district.
~500 ftNW
Vast contemporary entertainment complex
Sony Center, Berlin
3 min walk • The Sony Center is a Sony-sponsored complex of eight buildings located at the Potsdamer Platz in Berlin, Germany designed by Helmut Jahn. It opened in 2000 and houses Sony's German headquarters.
~490 ftNE
Skyscraper
Bahntower, Berlin
3 min walk • The Bahntower, also written as BahnTower and Bahn-Tower, is a 26-story, 103 m skyscraper on the Potsdamer Platz in Berlin, Germany. Built between 1998 and 2000, the Bahntower provides 22,000 m² of office space for the headquarters of Deutsche Bahn.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Potsdam Gate?

Nearby attractions include Daimler Art Collection, Berlin (2 min walk), Panoramapunkt, Berlin (2 min walk), Museum of Film and Television Berlin, Berlin (2 min walk), Deutsche Kinemathek, Berlin (2 min walk).

How to get to Potsdam Gate by public transport?

The nearest stations to Potsdam Gate:

Train

Berlin Potsdamer Platz (3 min walk)
U Möckernbrücke (20 min walk)

Metro

U Potsdamer Platz • Lines: U2 (5 min walk)
U Mendelssohn-Bartholdy-Park • Lines: U2 (9 min walk)

Tram

S+U Friedrichstraße • Lines: 12, M1 (25 min walk)
Universitätsstraße • Lines: 12, M1 (27 min walk)