Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War
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Berlin by Night Illuminated Landmarks Walking Tour
4.9(7 reviews)Berlin, Germany
2hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel
About this experience
This walking tour takes you through Berlin's historical landmarks at night, including the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and Berlin Cathedral, all illuminated against the dark sky. Over the course of 2 hours and 45 minutes, an expert guide will provide insights into the city's rich history while you have opportunities to take photos at various key locations. The tour is designed for groups of up to 25 people, ensuring a comfortable pace and an intimate experience. It is suitable for those interested in photography and history. Note that the tour takes place in the evening.
Itinerary
1
Brandenburg Gate
The perfect place to begin your tour, the Brandenburg Gate is the most famous and most recognizable monument in Berlin. It is a splendid 18th c. Neo-Classical monument that has featured prominently in the political history of Prussia, France, the Soviet Union, and both divided and unified Germany.
2
Pariser Platz
Historically, the grandest square in Berlin and the sight of many important historical events. It's home to the U.S. and French Embassies, and the famous Hotel Adlon.
3
Fuhrerbunker
Hilter had a multi-story underground structure built that served as his final residence, along with many Nazi officials, and as his place of death. It was deliberately destroyed after WWII and now a parking lot occupies the site.
4
The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
A vast plaza of irregular blocks, set at varying heights, inducing a maze-like sense of disorientation to abstractly convey the horrors of the Holocaust.
5
Victory Column
A 19th c.Neoclassical column, 67 m (219 ft) in height, that is one of the most recognizable monuments in Berlin. NOTE: We get a nice view of the column from near the Brandenburg Gate but DO NOT walk to the column as it is somewhat far and out of the direction of the itinerary.
6
Reichstag Building
Seat of the former legislature of the German Empire, Weimar Republic and later a symbol for the Nazi regime. In ruins for decades, it was reconstructed, combining classical and modern elements, and now is the seat of the federal Parliament.
7
Spree
Berlin's main river has a beautiful boardwalk passing some of the city's best new architecture. It is an experience no visitor should miss.
8
Bode-Museum
Charming Baroque revival style building, home to sculptures, Byzantine art, medals, and coins
9
Pergamonmuseum
Home to the Pergamon altar, Ishtar Gate, and the Market Gate of Miletus
10
Bebelplatz
Beautiful 18th century square, site of infamous Nazi book burning in 1933
11
Cathedral of St. Hedwig - Domgemeinde St. Hedwig
Roman Catholic Cathedral of Berlin, stunning design based off of the Pantheon in Rome
12
Humboldt University (Humboldt Universitat)
Beautiful 18th century square, site of infamous Nazi book burning in 1933
13
Book Burning Memorial at Bebelplatz
The site of a major Nazi book burning in 1933, tens of thousands of works were lost. See the innovative memorial commemorating the loss. "Where they burn books, they will, in the end, burn people." - Heinrich Heine
14
Gendarmenmarkt
Impressive square that is known for its architecture ensemble of the Concert Hall (Konzerthaus), which is home to the Berlin orchestra, the French Cathedral (Französischer Dom) and the German Cathedral (Deutscher Dom). The latter are technically not cathedrals but are colloquially called so.
15
Franzosischer Dom / French Cathedral
Iconic 18th c. "cathedral" in Berlin known for its tall slender tower
What's included / not included
Guided Tour with Local Expert
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Accessibility and comfort
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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