A Day in Potsdam
Morning
Begin your exploration in the
Schlosspark Sanssouci
as early as possible in order to get ahead of the daily influx of visitors. Start with Schloss Sanssouci and
Neues Palais
then visit Chinesische Haus, Römische Bäder and Orangerie.
From the orangery’s viewing terrace you will have magnificent views over
the entire palace complex. If you are up for it, you could also climb
up to Schloss Belvedere on top of the hill. From Schlosspark walk along
Voltaireweg to Neuer Garten in the northeast of Potsdam, where you can
rest and recover over a tasty lunch at
Schloss Cecilienhof
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Afternoon
Start the afternoon with a stroll through Neuer Garten. Visit Schloss Cecilienhof and, if you like, stop for a break at Heiliger See. Afterwards walk or drive into the centre of Potsdam, starting with the Holländisches Viertel
(Dutch quarter) where you could pop into one of the numerous cafés.
Then continue on a circular walk, strolling past Peter-und Paul-Kirche,
the French church, Nikolaikirche and the town hall. Finish your day of sightseeing with a visit to the Marstall
and the film museums in Potsdam and Babelsberg. Take a look at the
palace and the telegraph hill. A delicious evening meal awaits you at Villa Kellermann to round off your day in Potsdam.
Best of the Rest
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Wasserwerk Sanssouci
This
building, resembling a mosque with minarets, houses the water pumping
station for Schlosspark Sanssouci. The ancient pump, dating from 1842,
can be inspected in the building.-
Breite Str
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mid-May–mid-Oct: 10am– 5pm Sat, Sun
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0331 969 42 48
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Telegrafenberg
If
you’re prepared to climb telegraph hill, you could visit the elegant
Einstein tower at the top. It was designed in 1920 by Erich Mendelssohn
for the observation of the sun.-
Albert-Einstein-Str
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Guided tours Einsteinturm: 0331 29 17 41
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Admission charge
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Schloss Babelsberg
Built by Schinkel in 1833–5, this Gothic palace is situated in an idyllic park on the banks of the Havel River.
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Park Babelsberg
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Apr–Oct: 10am–6pm Tue–Sun; Nov–Mar: 10am–5pm Tue–Sun
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0331 969 42 50
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Admission charge
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Potsdam-Museum
A
small museum presenting the history of the town of Potsdam, from
prehistoric times to the present day. The museum is based in the
historic Hiller-Brandtsche Häuser.-
Benkertstr. 3
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10am–6pm Sat–Thu
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0331 289 68 03
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Admission charge
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Altes Rathaus
The
old town hall, built in 1753, is decorated with sculptures and
Potsdam’s coat of arms – two gilded Atlas figures, each carrying a
globe.-
Am Alten Markt
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Luisenplatz
This small square with its plain, restored buildings gives a good impression of Potsdam in the early 19th century.
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Luisenplatz
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St-Peter-und-Paul-Kirche
The Catholic church of saints Peter and Paul, modelled on Haghia Sophia in Istanbul, was built in 1867–70 by Stüler.
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Am Bassinplatz
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Summer: 10am–6pm daily; winter: 10am–5pm daily
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0331 230 79 90
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Restaurants & Cafés
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Speckers Landhaus
The combination of a Prussian interior,
friendly service and light cuisine make Speckers Landhaus one of
Potsdam’s best restaurants.-
Jägerallee 13
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noon–2pm, 6–11pm Tue–Sat
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0331 280 43 11
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no credit cards
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Massimo 18
This
Italian restaurant in Potsdam specialises in the cuisine of the
Lombardy region. It has an old wood interior with terracotta colour
walls and a beautiful courtyard. The enoteca on the first floor sells
Lombardy wines.-
Mittelstr. 18
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10am–midnight daily
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0331 81 71 89 81
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Restaurant Juliette
A
former manor house is the setting for this French restaurant, one of
the most charming in the city. It serves top-quality French classics.-
Jägerstr. 39
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noon–11pm daily
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0331 270 17 91
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Brau- und Brennhaus
This
rustic restaurant, set in the brewery of a historic country manor,
Krongut Bornstedt, serves hearty meals with local fish, game, sausages,
and local beers.-
Ribbeckstr. 6–7
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noon–10pm daily
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0331 550 650
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Maison Charlotte
Olde-worlde wine bar in a simple redbrick Dutch house, specializing in French country fare and excellent wines.
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Mittelstr. 20
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noon–11pm daily
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0331 280 54 50
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Friedrich-Wilhelm
This
classic, Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant is probably the best in
Potsdam. Light German dishes exquisitely prepared and presented.-
Im Wildpark 1
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noon–2pm, 6pm–late Tue–Sat
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0331 55 05 0
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Waage
Attractive
historic restaurant in a central location. Regional game and fish
dishes in unusual new variations are particularly worth trying.-
Am Neuen Markt
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noon–midnight Tue–Sun
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0331 817 06 74
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Café Heider
A
lovely café in the middle of Potsdam’s Old Town. Fantastic breakfast
selection, which you can enjoy outside on the terrace in summer.-
Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 29
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8am–1am Mon–Fri, 9am–1am Sat, 10am–1am Sun
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0331 270 55 96
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La Madeleine
A little bistro, serving all sorts of crêpes, such as sweet with jam or savoury with ham– ideal for a quick snack.
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Lindenstr. 9
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noon–midnight daily
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0331 27 05 400
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no credit cards
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