Over a period of more than three centuries, the rulers of Brandenburg and Prussia commissioned the finest artists of the age to create a stunning ensemble of palaces and parks for the royal city of Potsdam. Sanssouci Palace and Park are the best-known and most beautiful of these.

Paradise of the Prussian rulers
Five expansive parks, countless palaces, temples, churches and summer residences form a unique arcadian landscape on the banks of the Havel river. The highlight of this ensemble created by Frederick the Great and his descendents is Sanssouci Palace. Characterised by its baroque and rococo architecture, this playful, extensive one-story summer residence overlooks six vineyard terraces. The largest 18th century building in Sanssouci Park is the New Palace, a triple-winged baroque residence decorated with more than 400 sandstone statues. Other highlights include Charlottenhof Palace and the Orangery as well as the Marble Palace and Cecilienhof House in the New Gardens.

Potsdam's museum scene is dominated by the Prussian royal palaces. The House of Brandenburg and Prussian History and the Potsdam Museum provide insights into the history of Prussia and Potsdam. The Film Museum's collection documents the history of the Babelsberg film studios UFA and DEFA.

Potsdam has a number of outstanding museums, including the House of Brandenburg and Prussian History where visitors can find out all about the region. The Film Museum next to Babelsberg Film Park has lots of fascinating information about the history of the Babelsberg film studio.