Top Berlin Cultural Tours - page 2

Since the 1960s, Berliners have been painting the surfaces of the German capital with eclectic and inspiring street art. Follow your guide through the city's hidden corners to discover the freshest and finest urban works and find out who's who in the art world. Learn about the art that covers the western side of the Berlin Wall, see works from German and international artists, and take a tour with a special twist during your time in Berlin.

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.

Learn about East Berlin’s history and experience the city’s modern-day activity and culture during this half-day, guided walking tour that is private and customizable. Follow your guide through the time from the Cold War to WWII to the fall of the Berlin Wall, and onward to the contemporary street culture of today’s Berlin.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover Berlin's rich history alongside its renowned brewing traditions on this small-group tour designed for history and beer lovers. Swap standard walking tours for something more exciting as you visit iconic World War II sites, hear stories behind the city's past, and finish by sampling 3-4 classic German beers in traditional pubs you'd never find on your own. Along the way, enjoy opportunities to ask your guide questions and receive personalized recommendations for what to do next.

Look behind the Berlin wall and its complex, tragic history on an in-depth walking tour focused on the city's most infamous architecture. See the longest section of the wall that remains, plus other Cold War landmarks like Checkpoint Charlie and a former DDR watchtower. A guide’s commentary goes beyond Communist kitsch and well-known headlines for an insightful look at life in Berlin before and after the wall.

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.

Explore Berlin’s Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and cultural landmark, on a guided walking tour around its beautiful exterior. Ideal for first-time visitors and travelers short on time, you’ll take in grand architecture, step into select entrance halls and courtyards, and enjoy insightful commentary from your guide. Please note: museum admission is not included.

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.

Take a 2-hour guided Segway tour through Berlin’s historic center to visit some of the city’s top attractions. Wizz past famous sights such as Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate, and Potsdamer Platz. Learn about the history of the city and each location from your informative guide as you cruise along the streets of the German capital on a Segway.

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.

Explore Potsdam’s elegant gardens and palaces on a 6-hour, private tour from Berlin with an experienced guide. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour, with time to visit the sites that interest you most. See the Glienicke ‘bridge of spies’ and a palace that housed WWI peace conferences, then stroll the manicured park that surrounds Sanssouci Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy tips on the best places to eat in Potsdam’s old city, with plenty of time to browse cafes, boutiques and a local market before returning to Berlin.

Discover the hidden gems of Berlin’s alternative neighborhoods on a small-group bike tour. Bike along the Spree through the funky neighborhoods of Kreuzberg, Friedrichshain, and Neukolln. See the painted walls of the East Side Gallery, check out a few clubs in “Kreuzkolln,” and learn about Berlin’s underground culture from your informative guide.

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’s legendary nightlife scene with a local guide and a group of like-minded travelers. This night pub crawl will take you to four different bars and a nightclub around Berlin. Enjoy skip-the-line VIP entrance, complimentary shots, and special offers on drinks throughout the night. At the end of the tour, make your own way home or choose to stay on and party into the early hours with your new friends.

Grab the opportunity and make the most out of your stay in Berlin by discovering the best this city has to offer in a fully customizable tour! At the desired time, an English-speaking professional driver will pick you up from your accommodation in a private vehicle ready to share the historical facts, information about the sights and immerse you into the German lifestyle. Admire the marvelous architecture of the Reichstag, the Berlin Cathedral and the impressive Brandenberg Gate. Get carried away by the magnitude of the Television Tower in Alexanderplatz and marvel at the exhibitions in the Museum Islands. The Holocaust Memorial, the Soviet War Memorial, and the famous Berlin Wall are sad reminders of the brutality of WW2. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective. At the end of the ride, your friendly driver will drop you off at your accommodation.

To uncover the Jewish history of Berlin, nothing compares to a tour of the historic Jewish Quarter, with a guide to lead the way. As you explore the Hackescher Markt area, discover the history of the neighborhood and its Jewish residents dating back hundreds of years. Highlights include stops at significant neighborhood sights, like the Denkmal alte Synagoge, the Memorial Jewish Cemetery, and the Missing House.

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."