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Visiting the site of the former Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp is a very emotional day tour. The camp had a major significance for SS Terror during the Nazi rule and allows us to understand how the persecution of victims escalated from the Nazi seizure of power through the war and until the very end. Our guides are certified by the Memorial Authorities and are all academics. They will guide you through this complex site and will help you understand the SS system of Terror as it unfolded. Please note, this version of the tour is a walking tour. You will need a public transport pass for Zones ABC, which the guide can help you purchase.

Whether you only have a few hours or a whole day, this walking tour of Berlin is sure to give you a comprehensive overview of the German capital. Join a private guide and tailor the tour to suit your preferences; walk along the East Side Gallery, explore the Mitte neighborhood, discover World War II landmarks, and much more.

Trace 750 years of Berlin’s Christmas traditions, from ancient pagan solstice fires to today’s festive celebrations, and explore how religion, industry, and ideology have reshaped the season over centuries. This walking tour through the Nikolaiviertel reveals how a 1980s reconstruction was transformed into Berlin’s most atmospheric “old town”. Stroll cobbled streets while hearing stories of Frederick the Great, Lessing, and Zille, alongside artists, folk heroes, and ghosts. The tour ends with an optional warming cup of mulled wine at a traditional Feuerzangenbowle stand near the Nikolaikirche. - Discover 750 years of Berlin’s Christmas traditions, from pagan rituals to modern celebrations - Explore Nikolaiviertel, Berlin’s reconstructed “old town” - Hear stories of Frederick the Great, Lessing, Zille, and Claire Waldoff, plus Berlin’s own “White Lady” ghost - End with an optional cup of mulled wine by the Nikolaikirche

Our concierge services in Berlin make us unique. Berlin is unique for visitors due to its rich history, vibrant culture, and a distinctive blend of old and new. We will pick you up from your hotel in Berlin. We’re talking about iconic Berlin attractions like Potsdamer Platz, Alexanderplatz, etc... Berlin has a legendary nightlife scene that caters to all tastes. From techno clubs to cozy bars and trendy nightspots, the city comes alive after dark, attracting partygoers from around the world. The best way to explore this city is with a private vehicle. So just sit back, relax, and let the City of Light unfold before you. We will pick you up from your hotel in Berlin and go for a 4 hours orientation tour including transfers. This is a panoramic tour and we cover a lot of attractions from outside in a short duration.

Experience your Berlin vacation on your own, listening to the audio content of our app on your smartphone. It will be like having at your side a tour guide who will tell you the history, points of interest and curiosities of the city. Once organized, take your first step into town as your audio guide tells you surprising facts and curiosities about its streets. Look up at monuments and increase your understanding. Benefit from an audio guide without an expiry date plus no tickets to collect or meeting place. Listen to the audio guide online, or offline. The audio content is professionally created by a group of top authors and interpreted by TV and radio professionals. The smartphone is yours and you will therefore not have contact with unsanitary devices provided by third parties There is no need to book or to be present at a specific time or date. The Audioguide can be downloaded and used immediately, it never expires, and any date/time indicated here is not binding!

What Sets Our Tour Apart? Join us for an extraordinary Christmas Market adventure, guided by our trusted and seasoned Private Tour guide. We've scoured the continent to bring you the finest European Christmas Market, making it the ultimate destination to soak in the holiday spirit. On this enchanting journey, you'll discover the magic of Christmas through the twinkling windows, festive lights, and breathtaking decorations. We'll take you to iconic Berlin destinations such as Gendarmen Market and Rotes Rathaus , but that's just the beginning. Experience the warmth of Gluhwein, savor the captivating Christmas lights at Unter den Landen. Get your heart racing at Rotes Rathaus Fairground, and savor the cozy comfort of fire tong punch. This isn't just a tour; it's an opportunity to create unforgettable yuletide memories. Join us this Christmas season for a celebration like no other.

Three hours exploring Kreuzberg: history, hidden corners, and culture • Discover the East Side Gallery and other iconic Berlin landmarks • Walk along Oranienstraße, named by Time Out as one of the world’s 10 coolest • Explore Wrangelkiez, Markthalle Neun, Kottbusser Tor, and Graefekiez • Learn how Kreuzberg evolved from a border district to Berlin’s creative heart • Hear stories of squats, counterculture, and gentrification from a local guide Guided by a passionate Berlin local, this tour reveals the myths and realities of one of the city’s most diverse neighborhoods. Starting and ending in former border zones, you’ll see both famous sights and off-the-beaten-path corners many tours miss. Along the way, as seasoned gastro guides, we’ll point out foodie highlights and can include a spontaneous tasting stop if desired.

What sets this tour apart is its focus on everyday life in divided Berlin. Rather than concentrating only on political events, it explores how ordinary people experienced the Cold War on both sides of the Wall. Through personal stories of daily routines, restricted travel, espionage, border deaths and remarkable escape attempts, the history of the divided city becomes tangible at authentic locations. Highlights include the immersive Mauer Panorama by artist Yadegar Asisi, which vividly recreates life beside the Berlin Wall, and the Palace of Tears, where countless emotional farewells took place between East and West Germans. The tour also visits Alexanderplatz, the symbolic centre of East Berlin, the monumental Karl-Marx-Allee, and the East Side Gallery. Together, these sites reveal the realities of repression, resistance, reunification and hope, offering a vivid, balanced and deeply human perspective on Cold War Berlin.

Discover the birthplace of modern architecture and design on this fully inclusive private day trip from Berlin to Dessau, home of the world's famous Bauhaus Dessau movement. Travel comfortably through the German countryside and explore the most important Bauhaus landmarks together with your private driver-guide and, on Fridays (subject to availability on other days), a local English speaking Bauhaus expert guide. Visit the iconic Bauhaus Building, the famous Masters’ Houses, the modern Bauhaus Museum, and the pioneering Törten Housing Estate. The experience is complemented with dinner at the legendary Kornhaus Dessau, a beautiful Bauhaus style restaurant overlooking the Elbe River. This all inclusive experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Berlin, private transportation, entrance tickets, snacks and drinks during the journey, and dinner. Perfect for architecture lovers, design enthusiasts, photographers, and travelers looking for a unique cultural experience beyond Berlin.

The Berlin Wall, Kruschev & Kennedy, the Airlift, spies, escapes and “the end of history” – it’s fair to say that Berlin defined the Cold War. This tour is a deep dive into a divided city – a time when it felt like World War Three was just around the corner, when one side of the city lived under Soviet-style communism, and the other was occupied by not one, not two, but three Western powers! In air-conditioned comfort, in your luxury German car, you'll be taken from West to East across the German capital, criss-crossing where the Berlin Wall once stood, to get the closest possible look at what life was like back when Berlin was the centre of the Cold War. From famous sights like the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie, to lesser-known memorials and stories that you would never find on your own, this tour is far and away the best way to get to know Cold War Berlin.

Discover Berlin's main attractions on this guided audio walk through the city centre with unique 15 unique stories about culture, history, architecture and much more. No matter whether you're a first time visitor or have been here before, you'll learn a lot about Berlin! You’ll embark on a journey through time and learn about Berlin's history and society along the way. You’ll see iconic landmarks such as the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Memorial for murdered Jews, Checkpoint Charlie and Alexanderplatz. You'll learn about WW2, modern Berlin culture and everything in between. You’ll also get tips and trips for your visit so you get the most out of your stay. Discover Berlin engages you with interactive quizzes at each stop, encouraging deeper involvement with the city's history and culture. The tour includes a guided map for easy navigation, allowing you to pause or repeat sections as per your preference. So, are you ready to unveil the secrets of Berlin? Let the StoryHunt begin!

Do you know Berlin was a divided city even before WWII? Berlin during the Empire era (1871-1918) and the Weimar Republic (1919-1933) was marked by significant class conflict and division, particularly between the city's western and eastern parts. In the empire era and industrialization, the western part of Berlin was home to the city's wealthy and influential classes. In contrast, the eastern part was more working-class and industrially focused. You can find the trace of those conflicts in the most tragic incidents of 20th century, and also in our walking tour in Berlin!

Capture the essence of your love story with a private photoshoot in Berlin, where iconic landmarks become the backdrop for your cherished moments. Perfect for anniversaries, proposals, or simply celebrating your time together, this experience begins at the historic Brandenburg Gate. Stroll through the vibrant city center as your skilled photographer captures natural poses and candid interactions against stunning locations like the Reichstag and Berlin Cathedral. With photos beautifully edited and delivered within 48 hours, you’ll have timeless memories to share long after your adventure ends.

Step into Berlin’s Christmas wonderland on a self-guided tour through its most magical markets and historic sights. Begin at lively Alexanderplatz with its glowing pyramid, then pass the Rotes Rathaus where Santa flies overhead. Wander Nikolaiviertel’s handcrafted market and follow the sparkling Spree to the treasures of Museum Island. Sip Glühwein at elegant Gendarmenmarkt, then race down toboggan slides at Potsdamer Platz. Pause at the Brandenburg Gate shining against the winter sky, and end at Charlottenburg Palace wrapped in baroque holiday charm. Along the way, enjoy festive treats and discover Berlin’s royal traditions, resilience, and joyful reunification.

Walk through Berlin’s streets and uncover how an ordinary modern city became the command centre of a dictatorship. Start where Jewish life once thrived, follow the courtyards where people hid from persecution, and stand at the places where courage quietly pushed back. Move past ministries where laws rewrote daily life, cross squares where books burned, and stand before the Reichstag — where one night of fire helped end democracy. Walk through memorials to murdered communities and pause at the quiet ground above the Führerbunker, where the regime collapsed. End at Bendlerblock, where resistance made its final stand. This tour leads you through the real locations where decisions were made, lives were shattered, and Berlin learned to remember.

Join us on a guided walking tour covering World War II and the Cold War, ideal for first-time visitors to Berlin and an engaging introduction to the city’s complex history. Discover key sites linked to WWII and the rise of Nazi Germany, including the Reichstag (outside view) and the Holocaust Memorial, reflecting on the crimes committed during this period. Learn how Germany was defeated, occupied, and divided after the war. Continue to Cold War landmarks such as the Berlin Wall and Checkpoint Charlie, where you’ll hear powerful stories of life in a divided city and escape attempts during Soviet control. Led by knowledgeable local guides, the tour also includes personal tips on where to eat, shop, and explore further. All sites are viewed from the outside; no monument entry is included.

Experience a profoundly moving full-day visit to Ravensbrück with at least 4 hours on site. In 1939, the Nazis established a women’s concentration camp opposite a renowned spa town, where smoke from the camp was visible to guests. Over its six years of operation, more than 100,000 women from Germany and all occupied territories endured horrific treatment at the hands of SS guards, many of them women. Tragically, over 30,000 lost their lives due to disease, exhaustion, hunger, brutality, or were murdered in gas chambers, shootings, or through inhumane medical experiments. It was by far the largest concentration camp for women in the Nazi system. Unlike more frequently visited concentartion camp sites as Sachsenhausen or Auschwitz, Ravensbrück offers a more reflective atmosphere due to its size and relative quiet. The gender-specific history highlights aspects such as female guards, women’s solidarity, and children in concentration camps.

You’re looking for a way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this self-guided audio tour is made for you! Grab your smartphone and your headphones to start discovering the city. Follow the route and listen to each audio commentary in your earphones. You can even answer quizzes to test your knowledge about the city! With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the 11 following locations: TV Tower & Alexanderplatz, Berlin Cathedral, Museum Island, Bebelplatz, Gendarmenmarkt, Checkpoint Charlie, Topography of Terror, Holocaust Memorial, Brandenburg Gate, Victory Column, and the Reichstag. With this activity, you'll get access to a 40-minute-long audio tour. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided audio tour. So, are you ready to explore Berlin?

Join the Premium Berlin Underground Party Tour:  Led by a professional party maker, you will visit a Späti, experience a private DJ session and attend a selected Techno Rave. Your evening starts with a cold drink at the Riga Kiosk in Friedrichshain. There we get to know each other and corners, as is so typical in Berlin. After the first drink together, we head to the Pirate Studio and there you will experience a DJ session of a class of its own! Afterwards, we will go to a techno rave specially selected for this evening. There we Raven until the sun rises. Your tour guide is part of the Berlin techno scene and entertains you with funny anecdotes from the wild nightlife. Included in the price are three drinks, the private DJ session and entrance to the club.

All-day Berlin Private Tour With Expert Guide Available in English and Spanish. Experience the best of Berlin in a single day with our expert-guided city walks. Your guide is a professional and also an architect, urban designer, and researcher who has been working in Berlin for years! In the past six years i have been exploring, networking, studying, and listening to our guests to enrich this experience. Do you have any requirements or suggestions? Contact me directly, and let's create a tour that suits you.

On the self-guided scavenger hunt with Lili&Oskar through Berlin, you will discover the German capital together with your children. And on your own and at your own pace. If you need a break on the way, want to eat ice cream or visit an exciting museum, go ahead! The goal of the scavenger hunt is not only to guess the answer, but to spend a beautiful and entertaining day with your children. And maybe learn something about Berliners, the sights of the city along the way. Start and meeting point: You will get indicated in the Scavenger Hunt box on the game manual with directions. The scavenger hunt is available in German and English. PLEASE NOTE Please let us know a shipping address after booking! The scavenger hunt box will then be sent to you by post. This usually takes at least 2–4 working days within Germany. The price of a box is including shipping!

Exploring city with kids is usually tough, but not with us! Get ready to turn Berlin's historic streets into your personal family adventure playground with our captivating scavenger hunt! This 2.5 km journey through the heart of the German capital will fascinate, excite, and educate your family! ️️‍ Here's why this adventure is a must-do: -️ 12 captivating stations, including the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden, Holocaust Memorial, and remnants of the Berlin Wall! -‍ An average of 220 m between stops - perfect for families and history enthusiasts! - 2.5 to 3 hours of exciting exploration, depending on how often you stop for a delicious currywurst break ‍‍‍- Ideal for families, friends, and even school groups! - Perfect for curious minds aged 5-12 (but adults will find the history and politics just as fascinating!)

Explore the magic of Northern Europe in one unforgettable week—this tour combines two iconic fjords, an overnight cruise, and cultural gems across four countries. Ride the famous Flåm railway, cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, stroll colorful Bryggen in Bergen, and experience the charm of Copenhagen, Oslo, and Gothenburg—all with seamless travel and expert guides.

Begin at the Reichstag, the seat of the German parliament. Its striking glass dome, designed by Norman Foster, rises above the city as a symbol of openness and democracy. Learn how this building witnessed pivotal moments, including the infamous fire that the Nazis used to consolidate their power. Continue to the Holocaust Memorial, one of the most haunting yet moving places in Berlin. Composed of 2,711 stark concrete stelae, the memorial creates a disorienting landscape, inviting reflection on the immense human cost of the Holocaust. Your guide will bring to life the personal stories and historical context that make this site such a powerful tribute. As you explore, your journey will be enriched with stories of survival, resilience, and renewal. Discover how Berlin has embraced its complex legacy while reinventing itself as a vibrant, forward-looking city. Between historic landmarks and modern architecture, this tour connects past and present, allowing you to see Berlin in a new light.