Top Berlin Day Trips

Further your understanding of Germany's past with this group tour of Potsdam and the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp from Berlin. Round-trip transportation will take you to each destination, so you don't need to figure out how to get there by public transportation or taxi. Following your guide, discover how the former camp was used by the Nazis and then again by the Soviets, and delve into royal history at Potsdam.

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Berlin to the heart of one of Europe's most captivating cities in Prague! This guided day trip offers the perfect blend of exploration and freedom. As you step off the bus and into the enchanting streets of Prague, you'll be taken through the city's most iconic landmarks, all while a knowledgeable guide shares fascinating stories and historical insights.

Discover the best of Berlin on this all-in-one shore excursion from Warnemunde or Rostock Port. Head to Germany’s capital and visit some of its key landmarks such as Charlottenburg Palace, the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie and more. Learn about the city’s history from your informative guide as you traverse every corner of this alternative city before heading back to your ship.

Staying within Berlin would mean missing out on many of the region’s grandiose sights. On this full-day tour, meet your guide in the capital and head to Potsdam, the largest city in the nearby state of Brandenburg. Discover the home of German emperors and Prussian kings, exploring marble palaces, including Sanssouci Palace and the aristocratic mansion of the last German Kaiser.

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."

Discover Sachsenhausen, one of the first concentration camps established by Nazi Germany’s Third Reich, on this guided trip from Berlin by train—eliminating the need for a rental car. Listen as an expert historian details in English the facts surrounding the camp’s creation, as well as a timeline of the atrocities that took place there. Today, the site serves as a national memorial to the prisoners who lived and died here, and on your visit, explore the various locations inside the camp, like the command headquarters and execution trench, and learn about Germany during the rule of the Third Reich.

Explore Berlin’s top attractions on this group tour ideal for cruise passengers. After convenient pickup from Warnemunde and Rostock Port, visit landmarks like Charlottenburg Palace, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, and Checkpoint Charlie. Learn about Berlin’s history and culture from your guide as you travel. The tour lasts approximately 10 to 11 hours with round-trip port transfers included.

Discover Berlin as the frontier of the Cold War on this guided historical walking tour. After World War II, Berlin changed from the capital city of Nazi Germany into the pivotal city in a struggle to control war-torn Europe. Retrace the trail of the “death strip” and the Berlin Wall. Visit some of Berlin’s most popular Cold War attractions, like the Berlin Wall Memorial, underground "ghost stations," and more. Learn about the history of Berlin, from its founding to this divided city of the Cold War.

Discover the Spreewald Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO wonder near Berlin. Explore leafy forests, picturesque canals and charming villages, and immerse yourself in the rich Sorbian heritage on an unforgettable journey.

Visit the head of the former Prussian Empire on a half-day trip to Potsdam. Benefit from the perk of having an audio tour of the famous Sanssouci Palace included, as well as a walk through the gardens during the summer months. The route also visits the Russian colony of Alexandrowka, Cecilienhof Palace, and St. Nicholas Church with fascinating guide commentary along the way.

Put the history books away and save hours of research time with this guided walking tour of Berlin. Your guide takes you to some of the city’s most significant sites from the Third Reich and Cold War eras, including the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and Hitler’s Bunker. Along the way, as well as lots of great photo opportunities, a guide helps deepen your historical understanding with insightful commentary throughout.

Avoid missing out on valuable information about Berlin’s past and present on this half-day guided walking tour through the city's Mitte district. Visit landmarks from the city’s Prussian, Imperial, Nazi, Cold War, and modern eras, offering insight into the evolution of this fascinating German capital. Stroll along the iconic Berlin Wall and follow Unter den Linden to the Brandenburg Gate. Then check out the rebuilt Reichstag and the Holocaust Memorial and hear the amazing stories of Cold War Berlin at Checkpoint Charlie.

Enter a winter wonderland all year round with this trip to the Berlin Icebar, where everything, from the walls to the seats to the glass that holds your drink, is crafted from natural ice. Your package includes three drinks tokens, one for the room-temperature front bar and two for drinks in the Icebar proper, plus a cozy jacket and gloves to keep you warm in the 14°F (-10°C) space.

Learn about the dramatic final days of World War II in Berlin during this half-day walking tour. Visit some of the most important historical sites in Berlin with your guide as you listen to your guide's narrative about the events that culminated in the German surrender. View the site of Hitler's bunker and learn about daily life for residents during the war, particularly those who opposed the Third Reich.

Get an insider’s look at Berlin, the capital and cultural centerpiece of Germany, on this guided walking tour. Visit some of Berlin’s most popular attractions — like the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and Checkpoint Charlie — as well as a few lesser-known locations that many group sightseeing tours miss. Learn about the history of Berlin, from the time of the Prussian royal family to its role as capital of the Nazi Third Reich, to the divided city of the Cold War, to the modern-day capital of a unified Germany.

Dive into Berlin history and sights with total rudeness Berlin is where it happened! From the rise of the Prussian empire to Fall of the Wall, from the Threepenny Opera to the flourishing of techno, this city is full of happenings and histories. It may all seem a bit overwhelming at first, which is why we recommend that you begin your Berlin sightseeing with us! Our flagship Berlin walking tour, the Rude Bastards, is very different from the usual politically correct BS that you are likely to experience from the stodgy lecturing types. Think of this as the politically incorrect tour of Bthoerlin. So bear in mind it will be full of bad language, unapologetic jokes and, yes, of course, wildly disrespectful history lessons! No snowflakes allowed!!! Discover also the other Rude Bastards tours in Europe on Viator!

Pedal around Berlin like a local on this half-day highlights tour. Perfect for cycling enthusiasts who are short on time, this tour introduces you to the must-see attractions in Berlin, including the Reichstag, Checkpoint Charlie, the Brandenburg Gate, and others. No worries about navigation; you'll follow your guides on a carefully curated route while listening to engaging narration on Berlin's culture and history.

Maximize your shore time with this combined full-day trip. Start with a Berlin city tour from Warnemunde or Rostock, visiting landmarks such as Charlottenburg Palace, Brandenburg Gate, and Checkpoint Charlie. Then, venture to the Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen to delve into World War II history. Afterward, return to port, having experienced two enriching tours in one day.

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.

Get to know Potsdam on this comprehensive private day tour from Berlin. With a guide following a thoughtful itinerary, stroll through the Dutch Quarter, see the Sanssouci Palace, and hit all of the other major attractions. Listen to your guide's commentary on the local history, tailored to your group's interests.

Save time reading up on the history of Berlin and enjoy this comprehensive full-day history-themed tour instead—with a private guide for just your group. Along the way, enjoy insightful commentary and tick off a variety of famous sights, landmarks, and historical areas—including Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Wall Memorial, and the Reichstag Building.

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.

Get to know the best of Potsdam and cover more ground than on a walking tour when you book this full-day guided bike tour. Discover its beautiful palaces, parks, and gardens, and explore the historical city center and Dutch Quarter. Pedal past the royal residences of the Sanssouci Palace, one of the largest UNESCO World Heritage sites in Germany. Visit Cecilienhof Palace, where Churchill, Truman, and Stalin wrote world history, then stop at a beer garden for lunch (own expense). A train ticket plus the use of a bike and helmet is included.