Neptune Grotto, Potsdam

Name: Neptune Grotto
Address: Potsdam, Germany

#59 among attractions in Potsdam

Baroque architecture

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The Neptune Grotto close to the Obelisk entrance in Sanssouci Park, Potsdam, was created by Frederick the Great between 1751 and 1757 to beautify the park. ()

Local name: Neptungrotte Coordinates: 52°24'12"N, 13°2'33"E

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Westliche Vorstadt (Brandenburger Vorstadt)Potsdam Germany

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Neptune Grotto – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sanssouci, Sanssouci Park, Orangerieschloss, Neue Kammern.

~960 ftW
Iconic palace of Frederick the Great
Sanssouci, Potsdam
5 min walk • Sanssouci, nestled in the historic city of Potsdam, Germany, is a splendid testament to Rococo architecture and the bygone era of Prussian kings. This former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, stands as a museum today, inviting visitors into a world...
0.7 miW
Landscaped gardens around summer palace
Sanssouci Park, Potsdam
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Potsdam, Germany, Sanssouci Park is a verdant oasis that offers visitors a glimpse into the grandeur of the past. This sprawling park, tagged as a quintessential example of park design, is part of the palatial complex that once served as the...
0.6 miW
19th-century palace with plant rooms
Orangerieschloss, Potsdam
15 min walk • Nestled in the historical city of Potsdam, Germany, the Orangerieschloss, also known as the Orangery Palace, is a resplendent testament to the architectural grandeur of the 19th century. This majestic palace, inspired by the Italian Renaissance style, was constructed...
~1500 ftW
Museum, History museum, Baroque architecture
Neue Kammern, Potsdam
8 min walk • Nestled in the lush expanse of the Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Neue Kammern, or New Chambers, stands as an opulent testament to the grandeur of Prussian royalty. This museum, once a lavish guesthouse of King Frederick the Great, was transformed into an...
~360 ftNW
18th-century gallery with European art
Bildergalerie, Potsdam
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Potsdam, Germany, the Bildergalerie, or Picture Gallery, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This esteemed museum, which is part of the Sanssouci Park ensemble, presents a distinguished collection of 17th and 18th-century...
~1520 ftW
Museum, Historical place
Historische Mühle, Potsdam
8 min walk • Nestled within the lush green expanse of Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Historische Mühle (Historic Mill) stands as a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage. This museum is a faithful reconstruction of the 18th-century windmill that once operated on...
0.7 miSW
Romantic, Italian-style 19th-c. villa
Römische Bäder, Potsdam
18 min walk • Nestled within the lush gardens of the Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Römische Bäder, or Roman Baths, offer a picturesque glimpse into the 19th-century fascination with antiquity and the romanticized vision of Roman culture.
0.6 miE
Historic gate and popular gathering place
Nauener Tor, Potsdam
17 min walk • Nauener Tor is an iconic city gate that stands proudly in the historic city of Potsdam, Germany. This exquisite example of architectural beauty marks the entrance to the old town and is one of the three preserved gates in Potsdam, the others being the Brandenburger Tor...
~810 ftS
Peaceful waterside Protestand church
Friedenskirche, Potsdam
4 min walk • The Friedenskirche, or Church of Peace, is a remarkable piece of architecture nestled in the heart of Potsdam, Germany. This historic church, which is a testament to 19th-century ecclesiastical design, was consecrated in 1848 and stands within the tranquil Marly...
0.7 miW
Botanical garden
Botanical Garden, Potsdam
19 min walk • The Botanical Garden in Potsdam, is a botanical garden and arboretum maintained by the University of Potsdam. It has a total area of 8.5 hectares, of which 5 hectares are open to the public, and is located immediately southwest of the Orangery Palace at Maulbeerallee 2, Potsdam, in the German state of Brandenburg.
0.6 miNW
Event space, Historical place, Cemetery
Krongut Bornstedt, Potsdam
16 min walk • The Bornstedt Crown Estate is a former royal estate and, today, a tourist attraction in the Potsdam borough of Bornstedt. It belongs to the ensemble of palaces and gardens of Sanssouci Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Neptune Grotto?

Nearby attractions include Bildergalerie, Potsdam (2 min walk), Obelisk, Potsdam (2 min walk), Friedenskirche, Potsdam (4 min walk), Marly Garden, Potsdam (5 min walk).

How to get to Neptune Grotto by public transport?

The nearest stations to Neptune Grotto:

Bus

Schloss Sanssouci/Bornstedter Straße • Lines: 614, 650, 697 (4 min walk)
Friedenskirche • Lines: 614, 650, 697, X15 (5 min walk)

Tram

Luisenplatz-Süd/Park Sanssouci • Lines: 91, 94, 98 (10 min walk)
Feuerbachstraße • Lines: 91, 94, 98 (13 min walk)

Ferry

Neustädter Havelbucht - Sanssouci • Lines: Potsdamer Wassertaxi (16 min walk)
Auf dem Kiewitt/Fähre • Lines: F1 (25 min walk)

Train

Potsdam Charlottenhof (20 min walk)
Potsdam Hauptbahnhof (34 min walk)