Towers in Potsdam

Q: In what style were the main palaces of Potsdam built and who designed them?

The Sanssouci Palace is an outstanding example of the Rococo, created by Georg Wenceslaus von Knobelsdorf in 1745-1747. The new palace combines elements of baroque and classicism, Johann Gottfried Buering worked on it. The Neo-Renaissance-style greenhouse palace was built by Friedrich August Stüler, and the Belvedere on Pfingstberg is a vivid example of neoclassicism.

Q: Where to go in Potsdam with children - the most interesting places for a family holiday?

At Biosphäre Potsdam, children will see a rainforest with waterfalls and exotic plants, while at Filmpark Babelsberg they will get acquainted with cinematic tricks. Extavium Science Park offers interactive exhibits on physics and chemistry. The historic mill in Sanssouci Park has been exhibiting ancient grain grinding techniques since 1791.

Q: Where in Potsdam to take the most atmospheric photos - the best angles and views?

The view from the Glinicke Bridge over the Havel River and Glinicke Palace is a classic Potsdam landscape. In the Dutch Quarter 134 red-brick houses of the XVIII century create a unique background. The marble colonnade in Sanssouci Park and the Chinese Tea House are photographers’ favorite places. Einstein's Expressionist Tower gives futuristic shots.

Q: What little-known sights of Potsdam are worth seeing besides palaces?

Observatory on Telegraphenberg with the domes of Albert Einstein preserved the original telescopes of the XIX century. Villa Shak in neo-Gothic style is decorated with copies of Boticelli’s works. The museum "House der Vannen" presents the history of the resort culture of the XVIII-XIX centuries. The former Glinike espionage bridge between Potsdam and West Berlin has preserved a cold-war atmosphere.

Towers × City buildings Palaces Lakes Sculptures and monuments Religious buildings Natural parks

still

Look at the map

Einstein's Tower

Einstein Tower is also known as the Mendelssohn Tower – it was Erich Mendelssohn who authored this unique building. The buildin …

Show me on the map

Excursions Potsdam (13)

Tour of Potsdam by car!

Tour of Potsdam by car! Excursion to Potsdam by car! Acquaintance with the legacy of the Prussian kings, the capital of the Brand …

300 € group

Walking tour to Potsdam

Excursion to Potsdam by public transport The duration of the tour is 5 or more hours. The cost for a group of 1 to 5 people is 3 …

30 € group

Potsdam, City of Kings

Potsdam is a ghost town, a mirage city. It always opens unexpectedly and transports its guests to a long-forgotten era.For 200 yea …

150 € group

Meeting Potsdam

This tour includes the most important sights in Potsdam, the former second residence of the Prussian kings. (Palace entrance fees …

35 € group

Guides Potsdam (7)

Mayer Andrey

Berlin

Language: Русский

Walking tour of Berlin. The duration of the tour "The Banner of Victory over the Reichstag" is 3 hours or more. The t …

Excursions (9)

Andrei Mayer

Berlin

Language: Русский

Berlin is an indisputable storehouse of history. And to get acquainted with this beautiful city, I have prepared interes …

Excursions (16)

Vera Skocleva

Berlin

Language: Русский

1. Pedestrian Berlin from 3 hours and for the whole day. 2. Tour of Berlin by car. 3. Tour of the Pergamon and New …

Excursions (8) Reviews (1)

Guide license

Oleg Berlin

Berlin

Language: Polish, Russian, Ukrainian

The main tours in demand among tourists: Sightseeing tour of Berlin (incl. bus)Evening Berlin, the lights of the Big Ci …

Excursions (29) Reviews (3)

Towers in Potsdam

Popular Questions and Answers

Excursions Potsdam (13)

Guides Potsdam (7)