The Alexanderplatz – Berlin’s pulsating core is your location. Apart from being a transport station, this working square is a gold mine of information about the area. There are both classical and new interesting places to visit starting with Alexanderplatz. Welcome to a virtual tour of this exciting destination and discover its lesser known attractions.

Brief history of the Alexanderplatz

Let’s have a look at Alexanderplatz – for short ‘Alex’ – during the following pages; it is a place with a quite interesting and complex history. Alexanderplatz was initially named after the Russian tsar and had many changes over time of its existence. It served as the market square in the middle ages and during cold war was the hearth of East Berlin.

Heavily bombed in World War II, Alexanderplatz was reconstructed in the sixties when the shapes styled as “Zackenbauten” (like teeth on a comb) became characteristic for the place. It is hence today again the sign of this �能about Berlin being able to start over again and history having been successfully fused with the nnow.

Top Landmarks to Explore

1. Fernsehturm (TV Tower)

Main attraction is the Fernsehturm today with an impressive height of 368 meters being hard to overlook. This television tower provides the visitors with a great view of the capital of Germany from the top one through the observation deck. Slide with an elevator to the top and see what beauty can be made in the formation of cities. Your attention is to confirm the tickets on time to avoid long lines!

2. This one is translated as Weltzeituhr (World Time Clock).

Opposite of the TV Tower, the World Time Clock is a usual meeting point of people, as well as tourists. This is a beautiful clock that tells the time in different cities and can thus be used as a work of art on the wall. This is one monument worth taking a selfie with the, or better yet, a family photo.

3. Red Town Hall

Red Town Hall is a splendid building where the government of Berlin is situated and is situated near the Alexanderplatz. Take time to look at its architectural design, next stroll through the beautiful gardens within the compound. If you have the spare time, there are exhibitions on Berlin inside the buiding.

Shopping and Entertainment

Alexanderplatz is host to numerous shops and Malls concentrating on the day to day requirements of the shoppers. From ray ban sunglasses to Gucci clothes, fashion apparel outlets to electronics, this and many other establishments can be viewed as the stop of choice. Out of those, the Alexa Shopping Centre and Galeria Kaufhof are the most visited by both locals and foreigners.

For fun you may want to check on the Alexa rooftop cinema where you can watch a movie under the moon-lit-sky. This and the neighbouring Berliner Ensemble theatre features number of spectacles, including plays, musicals and ballets.

Culinary Delights

End your day of discovery and fill your palate with the rich choice of cuisines that you can find in and nearby Alexanderplatz area. This area, therefore, has countless numerous restaurants, cafes, as well as street foods selling everything from the traditional German foods to foods from across the globe.

Of course, trying Berlin street food hit, Currywurst, do not be tempted to leave the city without testing it. This sausage, curry powder and ketchup is very tasty dish, which is worth to be tried during your stay in this country.

Transportation

Alexanderplatz may be one of the most important transportation centers of Berlin, however, it can be also a good beginning point for other traveling around Berlin. This place is very easily accessible by public transport as many trams, buses and trains are passing through the square and connect it with all parts of the city. For those who like walking, most sights are located in the close proximity and can be reached on foot easily.

Some Informations if you are planning to visit Alexanderplatz

Try to get there at morning to avoid large crowds, although it is especially good to visit the TV Tower if you find there’s no big crowd.

As mentioned earlier and will be seen throughout the programme there is constant walking therefore it is advisable to wear comfortable shoes.

Look at the weather and put on your clothes according to what is going on in the natural environment.

If you really want to get the most out of your visit, take a map with you and ensure that before leaving, your phone maps is also up to date.

Just reflect on the first two parts and enjoy the last one. It is therefore advised that when visiting Alexanderplatz you should do it in a relaxed manner.

Come as early as possible because the place gets crowded especially if we are going the TV Tower.

Take some shoes, sneaker type would be ideal because there is going to be a lot of walking.

Carry out a check on the weather channel to ensure that you dress to the weather prevailing at that particular period.

Take a map or better be guided by any map application in your phone if you want to get the best experience out of it.

Enjoy the moment and do not rush everything. Exploring Alexanderplatz is therefore better done slowly.

Conclusion

Alexanderplatz is one of the most popular and important squares which contain lots of interesting places for tourists with a different age. With its popular tourist attractions, Modernist buildings, shopping centers, and enjoyments, this busy center in Berlin has much to offer to everybody. Therefore, come with your comfortable shoes, your cameral and be prepared for inspiring and exciting journey through the centre of the city.