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Berlin Christmas Markets: German Traditions Tour
4.4
34 Ratings
Berlin
Discover Berlin’s Christmas Markets with a local guide. Enjoy Glühwein, Bratwurst, and festive shopping while learning about German Christmas traditions.
Discover Berlin’s Christmas Markets with a local guide. Enjoy Glühwein, Bratwurst, and festive shopping while learning about German Christmas traditions.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Hackescher Markt - Meet the guide in front of Starbucks.
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Humboldt Forum - The adventure begins at the impressive Humboldt Forum, located in the beautifully restored Berlin City Palace. Here, discover a charming secret — a hidden winter market surrounded by a magical array of twinkling lights, perfect for capturing your first holiday photo!
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- Hackescher Markt - Meet the guide in front of Starbucks.
- Humboldt Forum - The adventure begins at the impressive Humboldt Forum, located in the beautifully restored Berlin City Palace. Here, discover a charming secret — a hidden winter market surrounded by a magical array of twinkling lights, perfect for capturing your first holiday photo!
- Alexanderplatz - View the TV Tower, Alexanderplatz, Neptunbrunnen, and the Rotes Rathaus (Red Town Hall) while passing by one of Berlin’s most vibrant Christmas markets, featuring a towering Ferris wheel, an ice-skating rink, and a festive atmosphere set against the city’s historic skyline.
- Nicholas Quarter - Wander through Berlin’s oldest quarter. With its medieval architecture, narrow stone-paved alleys, and delightful Christmas market, this area feels like a scene from a winter fairytale. The guide will share captivating stories about Berlin’s origins, unique German Christmas traditions, and some fun seasonal facts. To keep warm, enjoy a complimentary cup of spiced mulled wine — or a non-alcoholic version, if preferred — while soaking in the festive ambiance.
- Gendarmenmarkt - Encircled by elegant white pavilions, sparkling lights, and magnificent historic architecture, this market is a true holiday highlight. After the guide’s introduction, feel free to explore at your own pace — whether that means shopping for artisanal treasures, savoring festive treats, or enjoying another warm cup of Glühwein.
Please note: Entry to the market is optional and costs just €2, should you wish to stay and explore further after the tour.
What's Included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Alcoholic beverages
- Local English-speaking guide
- Alcoholic beverages
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
Discover the enchanting spirit of Christmas in Berlin by joining an expert local guide on a captivating tour of Berlin’s Christmas Markets. Immerse yourself in Germany’s festive traditions and learn about their historical roots, all while enjoying a glass of mulled wine!
This tour offers more than just a picturesque stroll — it serves as your festive…
Discover the enchanting spirit of Christmas in Berlin by joining an expert local guide on a captivating tour of Berlin’s Christmas Markets. Immerse yourself in Germany’s festive traditions and learn about their historical roots, all while enjoying a glass of mulled wine!
This tour offers more than just a picturesque stroll — it serves as your festive introduction to Berlin. Explore four unique Christmas markets, gain insights from a well-informed local guide, capture numerous photo opportunities, and enjoy fascinating tales from the city’s history.
Location
Neue Promenade 3
Neue Promenade
We meet in front of Starbucks at the S-Bahn station Hackescher Markt
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(34 Ratings)
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Happytravelerleeg
Dec 11, 2019
Great overview of Christmas markets - We had a great time at 3 markets. Our guide, Sarah, told us a lot of history behind the places we visited. She took us to out of the way places that most tourists never see. It was an unforgettable time.
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Neil
Dec 10, 2019
Alexanderplatz Christmas Market - Came here at end of november till 3rd december for xmas markets visited a few but would say Alexanderplatz Christmas Market is easily the best ..great food very cosy ..lots to drink loads of xmas stalls music etc. Great place
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Kenneth_h
Dec 6, 2019
Worth every penny! - Such a great introduction to Berlin's Christmas markets! Our tour guide Kathinka was lovely and very knowledgeable about both Berlin and the markets. Some quaint markets were included in the tour which we would not have gone to on our own, and were worth the visit!
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Michelle_b
Nov 26, 2019
Excellent tour! ***** - Our tour guide Sarah was excellent.
She was helpful and fun. She had so many stories and historical information. We toured a great mix of traditional and more modern Christmas markets, utilizing public transportation on the trip. Our favorite excursion in Berlin!
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Melanielivesey84
Dec 12, 2019
Long walk through Berlin going to the Christmas markets. - I enjoyed walking to the different markets. In England I live near Manchester and visited the German market but these are far better in Berlin. Much better choice of German food.
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Marycarm
Dec 10, 2019
Nice selection of Markets - Our group (3) joined the aft. tour on Sat 30. Good historical info -3 Markets visited- would have given 5 stars if directions given better when travelling. Large crowds and difficult to see guide - a recognisable cap should be worn for easy visibility
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Michelle
Jan 17, 2019
Was nice and informative - Our guide was lovely and very knowledgeable but was a little disappointed with the selection of markets. One of the ones we were taken to had only 2 or 3 stalls. I know it is difficult getting everyone around but surely when you have between 60 and 80 markets to choose from the selection could be more interesting.
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Karen_c
Dec 8, 2019
Dashing through the Berlin Christmas Market - My guide was well informed but it was a whirlwind. Not enough time to take all in. Sarah did give some interesting facts as we were going to each place.
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Glennd686
Jan 18, 2019
Potentially best for first time travelers - This is a hard tour to review.
The tour itself delivered everything as was stated in the description.
The guide was helpful, on time and informative. From that perspective was great.
Its just that we didn't get much out of it that we largely hadn't already worked out by ourselves. Essentially the tour was a guide to navigate the public transport (which is relatively easy to use in Berlin) and to point us at the better Xmas markets (which we had researched so was aware of).
Summary:
If you are a reasonably confident traveler and can figure out public transport just use a google search, google maps and go on your own.
If you are less confident or do not have the time to research the best markets on the internet then it is probably worth it.
For us, not a bad tour, just not enough value.
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Ella_m
Dec 15, 2024
Don’t bother - Tour guide was great however i personally think don’t bother and just explore the Christmas markets on your own. Guide doesn’t give a tour of the Christmas markets just walks you to each Christmas market and then you have a limited time to explore before heading to the next one. Lots of random stops to talk about Christmas history which I wasn’t really interested in. I mainly wanted lots of time at the markets.
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