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Berlin History Tour: Explore the City's Past
4.9
57 Ratings
Berlin
Embark on a unique journey through Berlin’s fascinating history with one of our expert walking tour guides. Each guide possesses an educational background in history, archaeology, or related disciplines, and they are truly passionate about Berlin and German history.
Embark on a unique journey through Berlin’s fascinating history with one of our expert walking tour guides. Each guide possesses an educational background in history, archaeology, or related disciplines, and they are truly passionate about Berlin and German history.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Brandenburg Gate - Discover the fascinating history of one of the world’s most iconic gates, a witness to many pivotal events in Berlin’s past.
- Reichstag Building - Explore one of Berlin’s, and indeed Germany’s, most renowned buildings. It served as the parliament during Germany’s Imperial era, was the site of the notorious fire shortly after…
- Brandenburg Gate - Discover the fascinating history of one of the world’s most iconic gates, a witness to many pivotal events in Berlin’s past.
- Reichstag Building - Explore one of Berlin’s, and indeed Germany’s, most renowned buildings. It served as the parliament during Germany’s Imperial era, was the site of the notorious fire shortly after Hitler became Chancellor, and was a key target for the Soviets at the end of World War II.
- The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe - Visit the largest memorial in central Berlin and learn about the history of its construction and the atrocities that led to its creation.
- Fuhrerbunker - Explore the world’s most infamous car park, the site of the Fuhrer Bunker, located in the former gardens of the New Reich’s Chancellery Building, where Hitler’s reign came to an end.
- Bundesministerium der Finanzen - Currently the Finance Ministry Building, it was once the Luftwaffe’s headquarters. Discover its remarkable construction, usage, and significant Cold War history.
- Topography of Terror - Visit the former headquarters of the SS, Gestapo, and SD, and learn about the site’s history during the Nazi era and the post-war memorialization efforts.
- Checkpoint Charlie - Experience one of the most iconic checkpoints and sites associated with Cold War Berlin.
- Gendarmenmarkt - Discover the rich history of the Gendarmenmarkt’s foundation and development while admiring the stunning 18th and 19th-century architecture.
- Bebelplatz - Surrounded by the grandeur of Frederick the Great’s Prussian Capital, learn about the construction of the buildings and see the memorial to the square’s darkest chapter, the 1933 Nazi Book Burning.
- Unter den Linden - Walk along the eastern end of Unter den Linden, exploring the history of Humboldt University, the Memorial to Victims of War and Tyranny, and the German History Museum.
- Museum Island - Conclude the tour by crossing into what was medieval Berlin, home to the Stadt Schloss (City Palace) from the 15th century, the Berlin Cathedral, and now five world-class museums. From the eastern side of Museum Island, view and discuss Alexanderplatz, the center of post-war East Berlin.
What's Included
- Expert Tour Guide
- Expert Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- This is a walking tour
- This is a walking tour
Location
Wurst :-) am Brandenburger Tor
Scheidemannstraße
Find us outside Hopfingerbrau by the Brandenburg gate. Ebertstr 24, 10117, Berlin
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
4.9
(57 Ratings)
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Vasiliki_g
Jul 21, 2025
Fun & Worth it - We had an amazing 3.5-hour tour around Berlin with Rhys! He was super friendly, funny, and kept us engaged the whole time. He shared all the key historical info but in a way that was light, entertaining, and easy to follow – either for my dad who understands basic English only. Highly recommend him if you want to learn and laugh along the way!
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Drmariocristo
Jul 21, 2025
Amazing Historic Walking Tour - We had a tour with Rhys on the streets of Berlin. He gave us an amazing explanation of every point we visited, with many interesting facts and with some very good humor as well. We had a super enjoyable walk around the city and the best time.
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Jenniferlm
Jul 11, 2025
Great Tour - Great overview of key sites in central Berlin. Steve was our guide. He was very knowledgeable and did an outstanding job.
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Lucas_y
Jun 25, 2025
Exemplary - Steve, our guide, was fun, easy going, and incredibly knowledgeable. He seemed to know everything about everything, and the tour was laid out so efficiently so as to tell the whole story of Prussia and Berlin chronologically. Would absolutely recommend. But bring snacks, there's a lot to take in
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Valerie_b
Jun 21, 2025
Wonderful Tour Seeing Berlin Highlights - Paul lead us on a wonderful tour of Berlin. He was friendly, super accommodating and patient with our children and was a wealth of information. His English was very easy to understand and you could tell he has a passion for history.
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Kimberly
Jun 21, 2025
A great highlight of Berlin! - The guide was great and super knowledgeable. He was patient with all of our questions and provided a well balanced response to each. We did not feel rushed throughout the tour, and he provided EXCELLENT recommendations for further exploring.
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Lino
Jun 14, 2025
Enriching and worthwhile! - It was a short walking tour but it gave me a lot of historical information not only about Berlin but Germany and Europe.
Thought provoking also specially the holocaust memorial.
Paul my guide was also very patient as I came late - I went to the wrong street.
But got lucky, the others who were supposed to join didn’t show up.
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Karen
Jun 1, 2025
Family trip to Berlin - Our guide Callum was very entertaining and well informed. The tour was a good taster of what the area has to offer. Would recommend.
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Dawn_l
May 27, 2025
So fun. Great guide.... - So fun. Great guide. Thank you. We enjoyed so many of the beautiful buildings. Rhys our guide was thoughtful and outstanding.
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Mom4g1b
May 21, 2025
Exceptional Value, Flawless Experience – A Top Berlin Tour - This tour was hands down one of the best values I’ve ever experienced while traveling. Everything—from the thoughtful communication before the tour to the passionate, in-depth storytelling—was absolutely top-notch.
I received a personalized confirmation email the day before the tour with everything I needed: the name of our guide (Cairan), the exact meeting point (with a clickable Google Maps link), and even a local contact number in case of issues. This level of professionalism and care was already a great sign.
Our group was small—just 7 people—which made the experience feel intimate and personal. Cairan, our guide, was phenomenal. He didn’t just share facts—he brought Berlin’s layered history to life. As we visited landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Holocaust Memorial, and Checkpoint Charlie, he connected each stop to broader historical themes with clarity, nuance, and even humor when appropriate.
I especially appreciated how the tour covered a wide timeline: Imperial Berlin, the Third Reich, the Cold War, and modern reunification—all woven together effortlessly. There was plenty of time for questions and photos, and Cairan was always happy to dive deeper into topics we were curious about.
Why this tour stands out:
Pre-tour communication was excellent and reassuring
Small group size made it interactive and flexible
The guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and approachable
Covered key sites with real historical depth
No need for entrance tickets—everything was explained onsite
If you're in Berlin and want a meaningful, hassle-free way to explore its history, book this tour. You’ll walk away not only with incredible photos, but with a real understanding of Berlin’s past and present.
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