Top Historical Places in Potsdam

  1. Marmorpalais

    4.6 (38 Votes)
    Marmorpalais

    Historical Site, Palace

    Built in the 1780’s, the Marble Palace is located on the scenic lake-shore in the New Garden. The palace gets its name from the pristine Silesian marble that embellishes the exteriors. Designed in Neo-classical style, the palace is quiet a sight with the surrounding water and the gorgeous trees that sit in the backdrop. The place was built as a place for the King Frederick William II to h...Read more
  2. Historische Muhle Von Sanssouci

    4.5 (209 Votes)
    Historische Muhle Von Sanssouci

    Outdoors, Historical Site, Windmill

    The Historic Windmill is synonymous with Frederick the Great and the Sanssouci Palace. The mill shot to fame after the legend of the book named ‘Miller of Sanssouci’ in late 1780’s. The rustic windmill was functional till 1858- following which it was stopped to open up for Public. Toady the small museum is a World Heritage site that showcases a permanent exhibition that shares...Read more
  3. Altes Rathaus

    4.3 (7 Votes)
    Altes Rathaus

    Museum, Heritage Building

    Nestled on the Old Market square, the Altes Rathaus was built in the mid 18th century but the site’s functionality dates as far back as the middle age! Today, the building shows off its Corinthian pillars, Sandstone sculptures by Gottlieb Heymüller, intricately designed dome and other Greek and Roman mythology influences. The museum accommodated in the hall is a beautiful place to se...Read more