Because of the way Berlin has grown from the merger of several smaller towns, as well as the post-war division of the city, several centres have developed.
We have listed for you some interesting shopping streets, markets and shopping centres.
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Kurfürstendamm and Tauentzien |
This famous shopping boulevard with the well-known Kranzler-Eck and the adjoining streets offers something for every wallet. |
U6 (Hallesches Tor) |
5.4 km |
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KaDeWe at the Wittenbergplatz |
The “Kaufhaus des Westens” is the largest department store in Europe, with a long tradition, a select range and impressive presentation. |
U6 (Hallesches Tor) |
4.6 km |
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Potsdamer Platz Arcades |
The new shopping centre at Potsdamer Platz offers a wide range of goods and many cafés and restaurants. |
S2 or S25 (Potsdamer Platz) |
4.2 km |
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Friedrichstraße |
Berlin’s newest shopping mile is the Friedrichstraße in the city centre: The three quarters of the Friedrichstadt galleries, in which the French department store “Galeries Lafayette” can be found, offer exclusive goods for higher prices. |
U6 (Französische Straße) |
4.7 km |
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Alexanderplatz |
Once the centre of East Berlin, the square is still a dynamic focal point. The world clock is a popular meeting point for a colourful crowd. |
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U6 (Stadtmitte) |
7.1 km |
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Schloßstraße Steglitz |
This is where Berliners go to shop. The Schloßstraße is lined with shops and department stores, galleries and boutiques. |
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S41 or S46 (Bundesplatz) |
5.7 km |
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Hackescher Markt |
The new place to go for eccentric footwear, designer fashion, jewellery and much more. |
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U6 (Friedrichstraße) |
6.8 km |
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Savignyplatz |
Interesting blend of small shops, bookstores and music stores, cafés and restaurants. |
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U6 (Hallesches Tor) |
6.3 km |
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Art and flea market |
At Berlin’s oldest flea market, hundreds of traders offer a wide range of goods. (Sat. and Sun. only) |
U6 (Friedrichstraße) |
6.3 km |
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Turkish Market at the Maybachufer |
The Turkish Market is certainly the most exotic and popular market in Berlin. People from every culture meet here, and there are many delicious foods to discover. (Tues. and Frid. only) |
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U6 (Hallesches Tor) |
4.8 km |
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