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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."

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.

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.

Take in the top waterfront sights in Berlin's historic and new areas without getting footsore on this 1-hour river cruise along the Spree River. Set off on open-top, glass-sided boats that offer unobstructed views and admire landmarks like the Berlin Cathedral and the Reichstag while learning about the city's history and cityscape from on-board guides. Take advantage of the bar (extra charge) to sip a beer or coffee while cruising and enjoy the unique perspective from the water.

Discover Berlin’s vibrant, multicultural food scene on a walking tour that allows you to truly live like a local. Visit hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path eateries, sampling a mix of regional delicacies from kebab to currywurst, as well as international flavors and a refreshing drink of local beer. Vegan-friendly offering will also ensure no members of your group are excluded.

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.

Get to know Berlin with ease on this group walking tour. Set off in the company of your guide and explore the city on foot. Learn about Berlin’s history and visit many of the city’s notable sites, including the Reichstag Building, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Holocaust Memorial, and more.

Cover more of Berlin in less time with this exciting rickshaw tour that’s ideal for travelers who want speed without missing the context. Ride past key landmarks such as Checkpoint Charlie and the Brandenburg Gate while listening to commentary that traces the city’s story from the Kingdom of Prussia through World War II to the present day. So, as it’s a private tour, you can adapt the route.

See Berlin from a different perspective as you cruise along its waterways past historic landmarks and modern architecture. This relaxed experience offers a clear overview of the city's evolution without the need for extensive walking. It's an easy and enjoyable way to understand Berlin's layout while taking in its most important sights from cool vantage point of water.

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.

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.

History buffs are sure to love this tour that dives into Berlin’s checkered past. Join a private guide on a tour around the city that highlights World War II and Cold War history, with all of its dark secrets. See top landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and the Holocaust Memorial, and discover other hidden gems that relate to the time period.

Take a crash course in German history on this private guided tour around Berlin. Travel by car to key landmarks including Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate, and the Reichstag Building. Along the way, your guide will unpack the events of World War II and offer insight you won’t get on your own. Plus, booking this tour means you’ll cover more ground and leave with a deeper understanding of the city.

Explore the best Berlin has to offer on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Choose from two different routes and visit many of Berlin’s top attractions, including Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Berlin Wall Memorial. Select a 24- or 48-hour pass, and then board at any of the stops and get to know the city with live onboard commentary, hopping off whenever you'd like. You can also upgrade to add a scenic boat cruise.

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.

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.

You'll discover Berlin's true food scene on this "secret" tour. With your guide, you'll sample traditional German dishes alongside multicultural treats in local eateries and beer halls. Journeying through historic neighborhoods, you'll experience street art, Soviet-era remnants, and more. Enjoy kebabs, currywurst, traditional meats, pastries, and an exclusive secret dish while exploring Berlin's rich culture and history.

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.

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 Berlin. So bear in mind it will be full of bad language, unapologetic jokes and, yes, of course, wildly disrespectful history lessons! No snowflakes allowed!!! The Rude Bastards Berlin Walking Tour it’s also available in Spanish soon!

Benefit from the expertise of a specialist licensed guide on this tour of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, with convenient transfers direct from downtown Berlin. Hear about the Nazi camp system as you travel to the site, then pay tribute as you tour barracks, see the places where murders happened, and learn how today’s Germans have come to terms with the horrors of the Holocaust.

Delve into Berlin's tumultuous contemporary history on our "Berlin: Third Reich & Cold War Walking Tour." Led by an expert guide, this tour takes you on a journey through the city's iconic Third Reich and Cold War sights. Explore landmarks such as the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, and Soviet War Memorial, and gain insights into Berlin's role in these historic periods. From the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe to the site of Hitler’s Bunker, this tour offers a comprehensive look at Berlin's complex past.

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.

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.