Top Germany Half-day Tours

Benefit from the expertise of a specialist licensed guide on this group tour of the Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum, with convenient bus transfers direct from Berlin. Follow your guide as they lead you through the former concentration camp, as they share stories about the Holocaust and what happened here during WWII under the Nazi regime.

Learn about the dramatic final days of World War II in Berlin during this half-day walking tour. Visit some of Berlin's most important historical sites with your guide as they recount 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.

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.

See Munich through the eyes of a local, with a guide who is native to the city. This half-day tour puts the spotlight on the city's character through commentary about Munich's history, and cultural experiences like a Bavarian food and beer tasting. Even better: The experience is capped at just 15 people per group for a more intimate and sociable tour.

Immerse yourself in Nuremberg’s World War II history—while saving hours of research time—with this small-group guided tour. Cover the key sites in just half a day, including the Hall of Honour, Nazi Party Rally Grounds, the Nuremberg Palace of Justice, and more, with a guide to provide background information and enriching commentary.

Hop in the saddle for a half-day bike tour of Munich, and discover the charms of the Bavarian capital as you explore it on two wheels. With a local guide, pedal past major landmarks such as Odeonsplatz with its Italianate architecture and the landscaped English Garden. Hear fun facts about life in the city as you go, and enjoy an hour-long stop at the Chinese Tower beer garden for food and drink (own expense).

Gain insight into the Holocaust of World War II on this half-day tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site from Munich. Travel by train and bus to the memorial site, and take a guided tour of the compound, a place of memorial. Learn how Dachau provided a model for all Nazi camps, and see the exhibitions and memorials, together with the reconstructed barracks and cells, as your guide provides illuminating, informative and sensitive commentary.

Gain insight into Munich’s dark past with a moving half-day tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, including transport by train from Munich. Take a guided tour of the camp’s cells, barracks and gas chamber, learn about Dachau’s role as Germany’s first concentration camp and read prisoners' stories of the atrocities carried out under the Nazi regime. You’ll also have the opportunity to pay your respects at the poignant memorial site and watch an emotional documentary about the camp.

Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, the first permanent concentration camp to be built by the Nazi Party, on this 6-hour tour from Munich. Travel by train from the Bavarian capital to Dachau, where you'll learn about the camp’s prisoners, gain insight into life under Nazi rule, and visit the visitors' center, reconstructed barracks, gas chambers and other rooms.

Berlin’s history spans several distinct eras, and its landmarks make more sense when you know where each one fits. Walk with a guide to the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and Checkpoint Charlie, along with a few lesser-known spots. Stories span the Prussian royal era, the Nazi period, Cold War division, and today’s unified capital.

Easily reach the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site with this guided tour from Munich, which includes train travel. Walk the grounds of Dachau with a guide to teach you about the history and operations of the first Nazi concentration camp—established by Adolf Hitler and the Third Reich. Your guide details the brutal system of oppression at Dachau during World War II and the suffering experienced by its prisoners.

If you’re short on time in Frankfurt, streamline your visit to beautiful Heidelberg on a handy half-day tour so you don’t need to drive or catch public transportation. Head to Heidelberg Castle for a guided tour; admission is included so you don’t have to pay extra. Take a stroll through Heidelberg’s historic old town and admire the medieval architecture and views of the Neckar River before the return trip.

First-time visitors to Heidelberg who want an interesting overview of its cultural attractions will enjoy this private half-day tour. Learn all about the city’s history from your guide when you visit Heidelberg Castle, the Old Bridge, the Church of the Holy Spirit, and more. Get around on foot and by public transport to get an intimate view of the city, or opt for a private car if you prefer.

Combine Nuremberg’s beautiful Old Town sights with a visit to the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds (Reichsparteitagsgelände) on this 4-hour tour in English. You'll explore the medieval city on foot, see top sites like the marketplace (Hauptmarkt), Beautiful Fountain, Imperial Castle courtyards, St Lawrence Church, Old Town Hall, and more while your expert guide shares the stories behind the history of this fascinating city. And you'll also get some practical tips as well! Take a break for lunch (own expense) in the marketplace, then visit the Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Learn about the city during the dark days of the Third Reich (Nazi Germany) and the infamous Nuremberg Rallies, while visiting sites like the Congress Hall of the Nazi Party, Fairgrounds, and the Luitpold Arena. Your guide will explain the history and show historical photos so you can see how the grounds have changed over time. All public transportation costs to and from the rally grounds are included in the tour price.

Further your understanding of WWII history with this early-morning group trip to the Dachau Memorial Site. After arriving at the former concentration camp, one of the first the Nazi's set up, join your guide as they share stories of the people who were sent here. As the tour is in the morning, the site tends to be a little quieter.

Get a dose of Bavaria's iconic beer culture with this food and beer tour in Munich. Home of Oktoberfest and a collection of famous beer halls and beer gardens, Bavaria's beautiful capital invites visitors from around the globe with its promise of fun and camaraderie. Partner with a savvy guide for an insider look at this tradition of imbibing. You’ll hit local haunts and enjoy Bavarian nibbles in the company of fellow beer aficionados.

Get a shortcut to the best local eateries in Munich on this small-group food tasting tour. Led by a local guide, set off to sample delicious Bavarian specialities, including pretzels, weisswurst, and artisanal cheeses. Enjoy visits to local markets, beer halls, and hidden restaurants. As you explore and eat, ask your guide about life in Bavaria's capital city, and gain insight you'd miss if exploring alone. Plus, alongside sampling delicious food, go beyond the guidebooks to discover hidden gems.

Explore Potsdam on this morning tour and discover the Brandenburg town of gardens and royalty with a local guide. Taking in sights of major palaces such as Sanssouci, New Palace, and Schloss Cecilienhof as well as the baroque old town, the tour showcases the most interesting corners of the city as tales of Potsdam’s bygone kings ring in your ears.

Visit 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 a historian details the facts surrounding the camp’s creation, as well as a timeline of the atrocities that took place there. Explore various locations inside the camp, such as the command headquarters, and learn about Germany under the Third Reich.

Immerse yourself in Berlin's food scene, without getting overwhelmed by online restaurant reviews and recommendations, with this small-group food tour. Take in the city's highlights as your guide leads you to local foodie hotspots and eateries that you might have otherwise missed. Enjoy trying currywurst, traditional meats, pastries, kebabs, and more.

Explore Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this half-day tour from Munich. Travel by train from Munich to Dachau with a guide, and visit the former concentration camp. During your guided tour, gain insight into the brutality of the Nazi regime and learn of the 42,000 innocent prisoners who lost their lives there. Explore the history of the Third Reich in the visitors' center, and read of the camp’s historical context from the prisoners’ perspective.

Escape the bustle of Frankfurt—and maximize your sightseeing time—on a convenient, half-day tour that covers many of Heidelberg's top attractions. Make the short trip south by coach, then spend several hours exploring the medieval town with your guide. Learn the stories behind the sights as you admire the Old Town's Renaissance–era landmarks, spot highlights including the Karl Theodor Bridge, and visit the dramatic ruins of Heidelberg Castle.

Save time when visiting Neuschwanstein Castle, with this small-group tour that includes skip-the-line admission. Enjoy direct entry as soon as you reach the castle, with a guide leading the way to showcase the estate's highlights. What's more, save your feet with an included bus ride to Mary's Bridge and a horse-drawn carriage ride back down the hill that the complex is located on (when both are in operation).