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Discover Potsdam your way with Ciceru’s self-guided walking tour—audio and text in 7 languages, right on your phone. No app, no hassle—just press play and explore! Potsdam has always been a city of big ideas. Kings shaped it, wars changed it, and for decades, it stood on the front lines of history. Now, you get to explore it. Wander through Sanssouci Palace, where Frederick the Great built his personal retreat, and pass under Brandenburg Gate, a bold symbol of Prussian power. Stroll through the Dutch Quarter, a little piece of Amsterdam in Germany, and stand in Alter Markt, where rulers reshaped the city. Visit Hans Otto Theater, where art stood up to oppression, and step onto Glienicke Bridge, once a high-stakes Cold War checkpoint. Along the way, dive into interactive quizzes and fun facts that make history anything but boring. Whether you're a history lover, a curious traveler, or just here for a great story, this tour brings Potsdam’s past to life in a whole new way.

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Potsdam Interactive City Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $8

Explore Sanssouci Park, it's gardens and landmarks, at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Find out why Frederic II, also known as Frederic the Great, loved this place so much that he built himself the intimate Sanssouci Palace, and spent most of his time there • Hear from the producer, Jo Eckardt, founder of the tour company, A Friend in Berlin • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish. • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it. • Use the virtual tour option at home. Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under "Before You Go." Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap Start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

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Sanssouci Park: A Self-Guide Audio Tour of the Garden's Landmarks

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes

from $10

See Potsdam’s Old Town, one of the most beautiful baroque centers in all of Europe, at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Stand in the shadows of three of the old city gates and learn about the city’s Jewish community • Hear from producer Jo Eckardt, owner and founder of A Friend in Berlin tour company • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

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Beautiful Baroque Potsdam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours

from $12

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City and Palaces Tour Potsdam - Stadt- und Schloesserrundfahrt Potsdam

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $30

Explore the most popular places in Potsdam on this scenic hop-on hop-off bus tour. Visit many of Potsdam’s top attractions—like Sanssouci Palace, Cecilienhof, the Orangerie, and Potsdam's Gardens to name a few. Select a 1-day pass, then board at any of the stops and get to know the city in custom fashion, with live on-board commentary in English and German. Audio guides in French, Spanish, Italian and Russian are also available.

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City Sightseeing Potsdam Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

from $24

Gain new insight into the harrowing story of Germany, World War II and the Holocaust during this full-day private shore excursion to Berlin and Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp. Discover stories of life, death and survival at the solemn memorial site of Sachsenhausen, learning about this Third Reich prison camp and its role in Nazi-era Germany. After lunch, explore Berlin landmarks including the Holocaust Memorial, the former site of Hitler’s bunker and the one-time headquarters of the SS and Gestapo. A private guide and vehicle, plus round-trip port transport, are included.

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Warnemünde Shore Excursion: Private Sachsenhausen and Berlin Tour

11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $930

Price varies by group size

Step back in time to the days of the Kingdom of Prussia as you explore the stunning streets and palaces of Potsdam. Alongside a private guide, walk past the baroque New Palace and Sanssouci Palace—also known as the “Prussian Versailles”—to hear stories of kings and queens. Then, enjoy a stroll through the city streets to see the Brandenburg Gate, St. Nicholas Church, Old Market, and more.

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Historic Potsdam: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $191

Price varies by group size

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Gems of Potsdam - Guided PrivateWalking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $397

Price varies by group size

Find out the different cultural and artistic characteristics that make this city unique, and enjoy the buzzing community and city ambiance! Whether you are visiting Potsdam as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better, or if this is your first time, this Experience is for you! While walking the streets of Potsdam and looking at the amazing Old City Hall or getting to know more about the city’s galleries and museums or famous Dutch Quarter you will learn some cultural and historical insights which only locals know, I will share with you the art and cultural world of my city, where you will see, hear, and experience how colorful and multifaceted Potsdam is!

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Explore Potsdam’s Art and Culture with a Local

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $118

Price varies by group size

As your tour guide, it is my solemn duty to lead you through this powerful and poignant site, where echoes of the past resonate and the lessons learned are etched into the very fabric of the surroundings. Our journey begins at the entrance gate, marked by the infamous slogan "Arbeit Macht Frei" – "Work Sets You Free." This chilling phrase sets the tone for what lies ahead, as we explore the various barracks, watchtowers, and historical exhibitions that reveal the stories of those who endured unimaginable suffering within these walls. Walking through the solemn rows of barracks, you'll gain insight into the daily lives of the prisoners, each structure holding untold tales of resilience and tragedy. So, let us embark on this journey together, honoring the memory of those who suffered and pledging to create a world where tolerance, compassion, and human dignity prevail.

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Private Tour Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp From Berlin

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $513

Price varies by group size

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! Embrace the magic of Potsdam on this captivating walking journey. Start by beholding the grandeur of Sanssouci Palace, with its stunning gardens that lure you with their beauty. Immerse in the aura of a time long past, and let the whispers of history enchant you. Traverse to Cecilienhof Palace, where each brick echoes tales of the Cold War era, allowing you to touch history. Continue your journey by visiting the Palace Gardens. Inhale the fragrant scent of blooming flowers, nature’s own perfume. Make your way through Potsdam’s Dutch Quarter, a gem boasting unique architecture that keeps you admiring every corner. Throughout your journey, uncover the stories that imbue Potsdam with its charm, making this tour a truly enchanting experience.

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Enthralling Potsdam with An Immersive Private Walking Journey

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $574

Price varies by group size

Jauch, Joop and Co. in the footsteps of Friedrich Zwo. Experience the most beautiful parklands in Europe. World history was made here, agent : exchanged inside and great films produced. A journey between Prussia's Gloria, Cold War and new nobility. The free Berlin principle, The Guide has the freedom to design your own tour. Deviations are therefore possible. You too are welcome to tell us your wishes.

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Cycling tour 5 The charming neighbour Potsdam

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $536

Per group

Start the tour at the New Garden where you can enjoy plenty of English Garden style and several buildings of the 18th century towards late 19th century. Cross the historical Dutch quarter in the heart of Potsdam and reach the garden entrance. Experience the jewel of architecture with various buildings and the Castle Cecilienhof. Do you know what was held there in the middle of the last century? Choose from the vast selection of buildings to visit. Stroll through the restored area of the „Whitsun Mountain" (Pfingstberg) along historical villas of famous majority industrialist families. Be inspired by the views from observation tower overlooking the Prussian Arkadien.

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Potsdam and Palace Cecilienhof Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $368

Per group

Discover a fascinating blend of Cold War history and scenic landscapes on a private walking tour around the historic Glienicke Bridge area. Begin at the famous Glienicker Brücke, often called the “Bridge of Spies,” where Cold War prisoner exchanges once took place between East and West. Continue through the peaceful Park an der Glienicker Brücke, a tranquil green space offering beautiful views of the Havel River and surrounding landscapes. Visit Große Neugierde, a charming pavilion that reflects the area’s elegant architectural heritage and historic significance. The tour concludes at the impressive Glienicke Palace, a neoclassical residence surrounded by picturesque gardens. This walk combines history, architecture, and nature, offering a unique perspective on one of Berlin’s most historically intriguing locations.

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Glienicke Bridge & Potsdam Borderlands Private Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $360

Price varies by group size

If you love palaces you will be spoilt for choice! How many palaces Potsdam has per inhabitant in Germany? You will be pleasantly surprised! Together with your professional local guide, you will discover the historic inner city. You will visit impressive Old Town on the way to the garden Sanssouci. What the Sanssouci Palace is famous for? You will experience the huge expansion of the garden with numerous historical buildings and a relaxed walk between them. Discover the best of Potsdam with the local guide!

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The Best of Potsdam Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $368

Per group

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New Palace (Neues Palais)

Cecilienhof Palace (Schloss Cecilienhof)

Glienicke Bridge

Marble Palace (Marmorpalais)

Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen

Sanssouci Palace

New Palace (Neues Palais)

Cecilienhof Palace (Schloss Cecilienhof)

Glienicke Bridge

Marble Palace (Marmorpalais)

Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen

Sanssouci Palace

New Palace (Neues Palais)

Cecilienhof Palace (Schloss Cecilienhof)

Glienicke Bridge

Marble Palace (Marmorpalais)