Top Berlin Rail Tours

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.

Join us on an unforgettable guided tour to Sachsenhausen, one of the most significant Holocaust memorial sites and a former Nazi concentration camp. This experience offers deep and respectful insight into the history and daily life within the camp, helping you understand the atrocities and resilience of those who suffered here. Our meeting point is Alexanderplatz, where you will be welcomed by an expert local guide. From there, we’ll embark on a scenic train ride to Sachsenhausen. Upon arrival, you will explore key sites of the camp, including the infamous Tower A, bearing the haunting “Arbeit macht frei” sign. We will walk through barracks 38 and 39, where Jewish prisoners were held, visit the punishment cells, the infirmary, and the morgue. You’ll also see the kitchen, now transformed into a museum, and the remains of Station Z. At the end of the tour, you have the option to return to Berlin with the group or stay longer to explore at your own pace.

This tour is ideal for anyone who wants to experience Berlin in a comprehensive yet time-efficient way – perfect for short stays or as an introduction to further exploration. In just one day, we’ll give you a well-rounded overview of the city’s most important historical, political and cultural sites. After booking, we’ll contact you to arrange a personalised meeting point – for example, at your hotel – and to learn about any special interests you may have. From the former West Berlin centre with the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and Victory Column to the political heart of the city at the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate, and on to Potsdamer Platz with the modern Sony Center. We also visit Checkpoint Charlie and traces of the Berlin Wall. From Unter den Linden, we walk to Museum Island and end at Alexanderplatz. This tour offers a rich and compact insight into Berlin’s complex past – informative, engaging and professionally guided.

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.

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.

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.

Gain a deeper understanding of Sachsenhausen on this private tour of the former concentration camp from Berlin. Follow your guide as they lead you around the memorial site and museum, as you learn about Germany during the days of the Third Reich, and the atrocities that took place here, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Visit various locations inside the camp, including the command headquarters, execution trench, and more.

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 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.

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.

Head off the beaten path to explore a side of Berlin that many travelers miss out on during this private tour of the city's lesser-visited areas. Venture into neighborhoods such as Mitte, Kreuzberg, and Friedrichshain to learn about the city's ethnically diverse population, resident artists, flourishing alternative culture, and bohemian enclaves. As you go, chat to your guide about life in present-day Berlin, and leave with an insider's perspective that most never get to experience.

Get out of Berlin for the day by taking this 6-hour day trip from Berlin to picturesque Potsdam. Drink in the sights of the baroque palaces, placid lakes, manicured gardens and spouting water fountains of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed spot. Let your guide steep you in the history of the place regaling you with tales from centuries ago all the way up the Cold War.

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.

This THOUGHT-PROVOKING, UNIQUE and ENGAGING tour, "Never Again,” has been created to help the visitors unravel the realities and nightmares of one of the darkest periods of modern history. It's time for a journey of consciousness, a pursuit of remembrance and change. There is not enough talk about what happened, we have to make sure it doesn’t happen again. We will talk about the victims of this concentration camp and the Holocaust in general, and draw parallels to current events. The conversation is designed to challenge all of us. Things to note: The tour is meant for persons aged 13 or older. Each guide will be identified with a small yellow flag and our name! This tour involves a lot of walking.

See more of Germany and take a day trip to Dresden during your time in Berlin. Take a sightseeing tour of the east German city with a private tour guide and learn about its rich history and stunning architecture. Choose to have a guide escort you from Berlin to Dresden and back or take the train on your own and meet a local guide to explore the city.

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.

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.

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.

Get the most out of your visit to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp by visiting alongside a private guide who has been trained and licensed by the Camp’s Memorial Foundation. Learn more about the concentration camp than you would if exploring independently including how it developed and who was imprisoned there.

Follow your guide on this tour of Berlin’s unique techno scene, but not in the dark, but in broad daylight. Meet up with your new party crew, enjoy drinks over a Späti, marvel at art in a location with techno history and attend a select daytime rave. Start your afternoon with a cold free drink in the center of Berlin, where a meet and greet awaits you with your host, a professional partygoer and event manager from Berlin. After you get to know each other, the tour begins with a cultural excursion to the Spree, street art and Berlin techno history are on the agenda. Chile with your new crew on the banks of the Spree before the party really kicks off. Afterwards ES will go to a daytime rave, the location of which will be announced prior to participation. Enter the rave and dance with your group as long as the sun shines.

Sachsenhausen was a German Nazi concentration camp that opened in 1936. With this private tour, learn more about the atrocities that occured at this site during World War II and pay respects to the 10,000+ people who lost their lives there. Going on a private tour means you can ask your guide questions as you explore memorials together, and gain a deeper understanding of Germany’s past.

Spend the day learning about Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp on a guided tour, which includes transfers from Berlin. Gain insight into some of the darkest days in history as you and your group engage in reflective discussions and uncover the harrowing truth behind the Nazi regime. Retrace the footsteps of victims and pay homage to the countless lives lost. Plus, this ticket includes a contribution to the camp memorial.

Visit the sobering Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp on a private tour from Berlin. Discover the camp’s history via the expertise of historian and former British military attaché in Berlin, Nigel Dunkley, who created the tour. Explore the site’s cells, execution grounds, hospital, and more with your guide, learning about the camp’s unique design and role in World War II. Your visit also includes hotel pickup and drop-off, for convenience.