Karl-Marx-Allee, Berlin

Name: Karl-Marx-Allee
Address: Berlin, Germany

#470 among attractions in Berlin

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Facts and practical information

Karl-Marx-Allee is a monumental socialist boulevard built by the GDR between 1952 and 1960 in Berlin Friedrichshain and Mitte. Today the boulevard is named after Karl Marx. It should not be confused with the Karl-Marx-Straße in the Neukölln district of Berlin. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°31'4"N, 13°26'7"E

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Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg (Friedrichshain)Berlin Germany

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Day trips

Karl-Marx-Allee – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Berghain, East Side Gallery, KitKatClub, Märkisches Museum.

0.6 miSE
Nightlife, Dancing
Berghain, Berlin
15 min walk • Berghain, a fortress of techno music nestled in the heart of Berlin, stands as an iconic nightclub known for its intense energy and exclusive atmosphere. Once a power plant, the building was transformed into a club in 2004 and has since become a mecca for electronic...
0.9 miS
Section of Berlin Wall for street art
East Side Gallery, Berlin
23 min walk • The East Side Gallery stands as a powerful testament to freedom and the resilience of art in the face of political adversity. Located in Berlin, Germany, this open-air gallery is one of the city's most significant historical landmarks and a must-visit museum for anyone...
0.9 miSW
Nightlife, Dancing
KitKatClub, Berlin
24 min walk • In the heart of Berlin, Germany, lies the KitKatClub, an institution that has become synonymous with the city's vibrant and uninhibited nightlife. Established in 1994, this nightclub is renowned for its eclectic mix of patrons, music, and its liberal, open-minded...
0.9 miW
Museum, History museum
Märkisches Museum, Berlin
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Märkisches Museum stands as a testament to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Germany's capital city. Founded in 1874, this museum is dedicated to preserving the heritage of Berlin and the Mark Brandenburg region from...
0.9 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Mercedes-Benz Arena, Berlin
23 min walk • The Mercedes-Benz Arena, a modern spectacle in the heart of Berlin, Germany, stands as a premier destination for entertainment and sports enthusiasts alike. This multifunctional arena, with a seating capacity of up to 17,000 people, has become a focal point for...
0.8 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Alexa, Berlin
21 min walk • Alexa Centre or simply Alexa, is a shopping centre near Alexanderplatz in Berlin, Germany. With a rental area of 56,200 m2, it was the second-largest shopping centre in Berlin at the time of its opening, after Groupius Passagen, but Alexa was the largest in terms of number of shops.
0.5 miN
Tree-shaded park, the city's oldest
Volkspark Friedrichshain, Berlin
14 min walk • Volkspark Friedrichshain is a verdant oasis in the bustling city of Berlin, Germany, offering residents and tourists alike a tranquil escape from urban life. Established in 1846, it holds the distinction of being Berlin's oldest public park and has since evolved into a...
~1580 ftW
Square
Strausberger Platz, Berlin
8 min walk • Strausberger Platz, with its grand fountain and distinctive architecture, is a notable landmark situated in the heart of Berlin, Germany. This urban square, nestled in the Friedrichshain district, forms part of the grand socialist boulevard known as Karl-Marx-Allee...
0.6 miW
Nightlife, Cinema, Concerts and shows
Kino International, Berlin
15 min walk • The Kino International is a film theater in Berlin, built from 1961 to 1963. It is located on Karl-Marx-Allee in former East Berlin. It hosted premieres of the DEFA film studios until the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989.
~1490 ftE
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
Computerspielemuseum, Berlin
8 min walk • The Computerspielemuseum is a video game museum founded in 1997. From 1997 to 2000, it had a permanent exhibition in Berlin. Afterwards, it became an online only museum. In 2011 the museum reopened its permanent exhibition in Berlin's neighborhood of Friedrichshain, on Karl-Marx-Allee.
0.9 miW
Park
Köllnischer Park, Berlin
24 min walk • Köllnischer Park is a public park located near the River Spree in Mitte, Berlin. It is named after Cölln, one of the two cities which came together to form Berlin; the park location was originally just outside it. Approximately 1 hectare in area, the park came into existence in the 18th and 19th centuries on the site of fortifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Karl-Marx-Allee?

Nearby attractions include Statue of Joseph Stalin, Berlin (1 min walk), Computerspielemuseum, Berlin (8 min walk), Strausberger Platz, Berlin (8 min walk), Straße der Pariser Kommune, Berlin (11 min walk).

How to get to Karl-Marx-Allee by public transport?

The nearest stations to Karl-Marx-Allee:

Metro

U Strausberger Platz • Lines: U5 (5 min walk)
U Weberwiese • Lines: U5 (11 min walk)

Tram

Platz der Vereinten Nationen • Lines: M5, M6, M8 (10 min walk)
Klinikum im Friedrichshain • Lines: M5, M6, M8 (13 min walk)

Train

Berlin Ostbahnhof (14 min walk)
Berlin Alexanderplatz (27 min walk)

Bus

Alexanderplatz • Lines: 002, 057, 065, 070, 125, 1385, 170, 270, 370, N13, N1385, N232, N44, N70 (25 min walk)