Alexanderplatz

Alexanderplatz has been a centre for shopping since the 19th century. The Galeria Kaufhof is one centrally located department store, as is Alexa, which contains a variety of shops, labels, and restaurants. Alexanderplatz offers seasonal markets and events from Oktoberfest to Christmas markets, all under the watchful eye of the TV Tower.

• Address:

  Alexanderplatz, Berlin-Mitte

• Subway:

  U Alexanderplatz

Designer Outlet Berlin

Your favourite designer brands at 30% to 70% off of the RRP, all year round. Designer Outlet Berlin is conveniently located just 30 minutes from Berlin city centre. More than 90 stores offer something for everyone: from iconic fashion labels like Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger, sports labels such as Asics and Adidas, popular fashion brands like Falke and Fossil, to home accessories from WMF and Villeroy & Boch.

• Web:

  www.designeroutletberlin.com

• Address:

  Alter Spandauer Weg 1, Wustermark

• Phone:

  +49 333 234 9040

Friedrichstraße

The Friedrichstraße corridor between Checkpoint Charlie and Friedrichstadt-Palast offers a refined, if selective, shopping experience focused on specialised goods and luxury. While the famous large malls have vanished, the street now hosts a curated mix of high-end fashion boutiques, including Max Mara, and multi-brand luxury retailers like The Square Berlin. It is also notable for its concentration of specialist food shops, particularly premium chocolatiers like Läderach and Neuhaus. Further unique offerings include bespoke menswear at Rooks & Rocks, traditional German crafts, and art antiquarian shops, creating a distinctive and upscale retail environment.

• Web:

  www.visitberlin.de/en/shopping-around-friedrichstrasse

• Address:

  Friedrichstraße, Berlin-Mitte & Kreuzberg

• Subway:

  S+U Friedrichstraße, U Kochstraße, Stadtmitte, Französische Straße

Hackescher Markt

Not far from the Museum Island and the cathedral, countless small shops are a perfect spot to take a break for some shopping. There’s something for everyone here and around the nearby Hackesche Höfe, from boutiques to designer stores and internationally known fashion chains. Local cafes are also the ideal place to sit and watch the goings-on.

• Web:

  www.visitberlin.de/en/shopping-around-hackescher-markt

• Address:

  Hackescher Markt, Berlin-Mitte

• Subway:

  S Hackescher Markt

KaDeWe — Kaufhaus des Westens

Spanning over 60,000 square metres, Berlin's KaDeWe is among the world's leading department stores. Its reputation is built on an exclusive selection, a keen sense of trends, and sophisticated presentation. Across eight floors, this premium store showcases a diverse array of shopping delights, from international luxury brands to home accessories and gourmet foods, blending tradition with contemporary shopping culture. The KaDeWe is renowned for its extraordinary lifestyle displays, unique events, extensive product range, and exceptional service.

• Web:

  www.kadewe.de

• Address:

  Tauentzienstraße 21-24, Berlin

• Phone:

  +49 30 21210

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–8pm, Sun closed

Kurfürstendamm

Kurfürstendamm, also called “Ku’damm” and Tauentzienstraße are Berlin’s most famous shopping streets in the western part of the city. The western end of Kurfürstendamm tends to be home to exclusive designers like Lagerfeld, Lacoste and Tommy Hilfiger. Luxury brands such as Bvlgari, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Valentino and Gucci line the boulevard between Uhlandstraße and Adenauerplatz. The quieter side streets in either direction off Uhlandstraße also offer plenty of charm, with many chic cafes and restaurants in the neighbourhood serving as perfect spots for a break.

• Web:

  www.visitberlin.de/en/kurfurstendamm