Shopping in Berlin
Berlin is an especially enjoyable shopping destination. Unlike many other German cities, Berlin has several centres. This is partly due to historical reasons, with its 28-year division into East and West. Another factor is the size of the capital city and its related infrastructure. To avoid bottlenecks and huge crowds of people in one location, people in the metropolis were spread out through the establishment of different centres. Since the streets of Berlin are often very busy, it makes sense to use local public transport. The underground U2 line links the western and eastern parts of the city and serves the elegant Kurfürstendamm shopping street as well as Potsdamer Platz and Alexanderplatz. It is therefore the ideal way for you to hunt down the most exciting Berlin fashion trends.
Shopping in Berlin – what's where?
Shopping in the western part of Berlin
Around Kurfürstendamm, called City West, visitors will find the old centre of the western part of the city. This area has been experiencing a successful revival for several years. Hip shops have now opened here, alongside luxury brands, to respond to a younger public. Along the 'Kudamm' and Tauentzienstrasse, you'll find the vast and world-famous classy shopping centre KaDeWe, the new Bikini Haus, expensive luxury brands, sports outfitters, classic fashion boutiques and, last but not least, one of the city's shopping landmarks - the impressive Europa-Center.
Shopping in the eastern part of Berlin
The shopping area in the eastern part stretches from Alexanderplatz via Friedrichstrasse to Potsdamer Platz. There is something here for every taste and pocket. The largest selection of shops is in Alexa on Alexanderplatz. Anyone with an eye for the exclusive and expensive should stroll along Friedrichstrasse. Quartier 206 is not just an architectural eye-catcher, but also offers a first-class shopping experience for anyone looking to make a purchase. There are also many places to bargain hunt right on Potsdamer Platz. The Potsdamer Platz arcades and the Mall of Berlin are particularly popular with shopping tourists.
Top shopping centers within walking distance
Our two Scandic Hotels in Berlin, Scandic Berlin Kurfürstendamm and Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz make it possible for you to comfortably enjoy a shopping expedition on foot, with less than 15 minutes on foot to Tiergarten and other sights close by e.g. KaDeWe, Zoological Garden, Brandenburg Gate, Gropius Building. And after a strenuous day of shopping you are welcome to use our fitness and sauna area to relax before you'll have a good night's sleep in our comfy bed.