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Private Half-Day Walking Tour of Berlin Highlights

5(1 review)Berlin, Germany
3hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupModerateLevel

About this experience

Participants will walk through Berlin, guided by an expert who will share insights about significant historical events and sites. The tour covers major landmarks and some lesser-known spots, providing a comprehensive overview of the city's evolution from medieval times to its present status as a vibrant urban center. This experience suits history enthusiasts and those interested in Berlin's cultural transformation but may not be ideal for those seeking a quick visit without in-depth commentary. The tour concludes at the TV Tower Observation deck, offering panoramic views of the cityscape. It is important to note that the duration of the tour is half a day and is conducted in a private setting.

Itinerary

1

Brandenburg Gate

See the historic Reichstag Building part of the German parliament and learn about its political significance over the past one hundred years, and stop at the iconic Brandenburg Gate – one of the great symbols of Berlin and the Prussian Empire of the 19th Century.

2

The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe

Explore 17th Street where you will come across the moving Holocaust Memorial, dedicated to the Murdered Jews of Europe;.

3

Checkpoint Charlie

See the Führerbunker, part of an underground air raid shelter complex it was Hitler’s last Bunker located near the New Reich Chancellery which was Hitler’s office. See the remains of the Berlin Wall where you’ll learn about life behind ‘the iron curtain’ and stop at Checkpoint Charlie the strict crossing point between East and West Berlin during the Soviet era.

4

Alexanderplatz

Walking towards Alexanderplatz, the central transport hub of Mitte you’ll pass by the Marx-Engels-Forum a small public park, the Neptunbrunnen or Fountain of Neptune, and St Mary’s Church - the oldest church in the city dating back to the medieval period.

What's included / not included

Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite placesBerlin TV Tower Observation Deck ticketsA friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
GratuitiesFood and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the wayTransportation on the dayHotel pickup/drop-off, we recommend a meeting point

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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