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Step back in time as you follow the path of the Berlin Wall on this 3-hour tour. With informative commentary from your guide, explore the Cold War capital of spies and secret police. See original sections, learn how it was built overnight, and pay your respects to innocent lives lost at the Rabbit Field memorial. Avoid the discomfort of large tours—this one is capped at 12 travelers.

Say goodbye subway and hello 360-degree views when you book this hop-on, hop-off ticket on a classic open-top bus. Two great routes, with live guides or recorded commentary, allow you to cover Berlin’s main attractions with ease. Select from various packages, including a 24-hour ticket or a 48-hour package with a guided walking tour and a taste of local street food—Berlin's famous "currywurst."

Travel back to 1970s Berlin — a time when the city was split in two and West Berlin was “cut off from its world, art and culture, dying with no hope of retribution” — on this 3-hour tour. Together with a specialist guide, you’ll navigate the city on foot and by public transport, in search of the Berlin that inspired David Bowie’s seminal Berlin Trilogy. See Hansa Studios, where ‘Heroes’ and ‘Low’ were recorded, as well as 155 Hauptstrasse, once home to Bowie and Iggy Pop. You’ll also visit Potsdamer Platz, Zoo Station, Neues Ufer Café, and other culturally significant sites.

Discover beautiful Potsdam, former home of Prussian kings and the German Kaiser, on a walking tour from Berlin. Meet your guide in Berlin and hop on a train for a short journey. Wander past palaces and gardens at the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Sanssouci Palace. Learn more about the highs and lows of Prussian history, and discover what happened to the palaces in World War II.

See Berlin on your own terms on a customizable tour just for you. Visit key attractions such as the Experience the city’s old and modern neighborhoods and visit sights like the Brandenburg Gate and the Holocaust Memorial, venture off the beaten path to see the city the way residents do, or do a mix of the two.

The Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen spreads out over a vast site, and its huge size can be daunting. Maximize your time here on this guided tour, which ensures you see all the key sites from the roll-call area to the prisoners’ kitchen to Station Z, the extermination area. Gain a better understanding of the Nazi regime and the Sachsenhausen camp from your licensed guide.

Travel to Prague from Berlin on this one-way sightseeing bus. The itinerary includes stops along the way including Dresden Old Town, Elbe Sandstone Mountains, and Moritzburg Palace. This relaxed road trip allows you to explore two countries in one day as you make your way toward Prague. The tour is for a small private group, with a maximum of eight people.

Save hours looking up information about the history of Berlin—let a guide be your shortcut to that knowledge instead. As you walk past famous landmarks—such as Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie—the guide enhances your understanding of their history by providing tales from World War II, and secret stories that you wouldn’t discover if you were exploring the city alone.

Discover Berlin’s alternative side on a small-group bike tour that goes beyond the main city sights. Venture off the beaten track with an informative guide who introduces you to the city from a local perspective. Visit districts such as Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg and check out locations including the East Side Gallery, RAW Tempel, and more. Ideal for first-time or repeat visitors to Berlin alike.

Learn the history behind the Cold War while you sightsee on this walking tour of East Berlin. Led by a guide, explore the Cold War capital of spies, secret police, and exciting escapes. Visit the Berlin Wall memorial, see the Stasi headquarters, and stand at the place where the Wall fell in 1989. Gain a deeper understanding of this period of Berlin history than you would by exploring independently.

Instead of spending hours exploring the sights of Berlin on foot, this is a faster and more entertaining alternative that avoids tired legs—a Segway tour. After meeting your guide and having a Segway practice session, head off on a route that showcases popular squares—such as Alexanderplatz and Potsdamer Platz—and a variety of key buildings and landmarks, including Brandenburg Gate, the Victory Column, and the Reichstag Building.

See the highlights of Berlin with a private guide on this leisurely bike tour. As you travel through the city, learn about its history and listen to stories from your local Berliner guide. Gain an insider's perspective while passing by landmarks like the Reichstag and Checkpoint Charlie. A stop for a traditional snack is included.

Experience the impact that the Nazi period and construction of the Berlin wall left on Germany’s capital. Touring Berlin by bike lets you experience historic sites at a pace you can’t access by car. Ride along Berlin’s bike lanes and neighborhood streets with an experienced guide who knows the city and its history.

Sightsee and feast on German food at the same time on this dinner cruise along the Spree River. Begin your evening with a welcome drink and continue the night with included wine, beer, and soft drinks. Enjoy a 4-course meal featuring German cuisine with dishes such as a Swabian potato salad, salmon or falafel, and dessert. While you enjoy your meal, take in the illuminated monuments of the city.

Get to know the best of Potsdam on your own terms on a flexible tour from Berlin. Learn how this scenic town served as the residence of Prussian kings and German emperors for three centuries. See the historical city center and Dutch Quarter. Travel past the royal residences of Sansoucci Palace, one of the largest UNESCO World Heritage sites in Germany, and Cecilenhof Palace with a guide by your side.

Visit the former Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp on a memorial tour from Berlin. A way to honor the survivors and remember the victims of the Nazi regime, the tour explores the former notorious camp, which became the main concentration camp in the Berlin area. Learn the stories of the prisoners and see key sites including the cells with a professional guide.

See the best of Berlin on this 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour with an optional river boat cruise during the summer months. Discover the city’s top sights, including Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and more. Hop off at any of the many stops around Berlin to explore on foot, or stay onboard the open-air, double-decker bus to enjoy insightful commentary along the citywide loop. Upgrade your ticket to include a boat ride along the Spree River.

Discover the spectacular sights of Berlin at your own pace on a full-day customizable private tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Travel in a luxury private vehicle to arresting landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag parliament building while listening to informative commentary from your expert guide. Relish the flexibility of this private tour by adapting your itinerary according to your interests; perhaps head to the East Side Gallery to see the vibrant art that decorates the Berlin Wall or spend a moment reflecting at the poignant Holocaust Memorial.

Learn about WWII and the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial during this small-group tour from Berlin. Travel by train and take a tour of the site, once one of the most pivotal concentration camps in Nazi Germany. Discover the camp’s history, see the barracks, infirmary, laboratory and cells, and listen to tales of courage and suffering sensitively told by your guide. Learn about the daily routines and fates of the 200,000 people imprisoned here between 1936 and 1945, and visit the intensely poignant site memorials.

Discover Berlin’s Moabit and Mitte district by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play our engaging exploration game, taking the role of a trained spy on a mission to end the war. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Play on! Highlights include: • Explore Moabit Historical Prison Park, Hamburger Bahnhof, Sand Pitcher Bridge, and other lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our gifted writers. • Learn about the fascinating history of the once-tragic Moabit Historical Prison Park • Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game and a treasure hunt. After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

It's easy to get lost in the crowd on a group tour of Berlin—and with so many sights to see—travelers get a better experience with a private tour. On this Berlin city tour, complete with your own private guide, travelers can uncover the city's main attractions and landmarks. Visit the top sights, including the Brandenburg Gate, Potsdamer Platz, Museum Island, and the Holocaust Memorial. And to make the tour complete, visit the remains of the famous Berlin Wall.

Berlin’s Third Reich sites can be difficult to locate and fully understand without a guide. This walking tour connects important locations with Nazi Germany’s rise and fall. Follow a historian-guide to the ruins of Anhalter Bahnhof, plus the former SS and Gestapo headquarters, and the Reichstag. Along the way, learn about the Nazis’ path to power, the realities of the Holocaust, and the resistance movements that fthat opposed the Nazi regime.

Explore Berlin’s craft beer scene on this guided tour. Sample several craft beers throughout the tour at a local brewery and craft beer bars. Learn about the brewing process and the rise of craft beer in Germany, plus enjoy a hot snack. Learn about the rich history of beer within the country to prepare you for the rest of your trip. Vegan, vegetarian, and alcohol-free options are available with 48-hour notice.

Go beyond the main attractions of Berlin to discover the Kreuzberg district on this private 3-hour tour. With your private local host, you'll explore some of the hippest areas of the city and hear stories about urban artists and the trendiest neighborhoods. Your host shares unique stories and personal anecdotes, and provides tailored recommendations for the rest of your trip.