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Berlin History and Highlights: Educational Exploration with Expert Guides
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26 Ratings
Berlin
Embark on a unique journey through the spectaculor history of Berlin with our knowledgeable tour-guides. All of them are academically grounded in history, archaeology, or similar disciplines, and they have great enthusiasm for Berlin and German history.
Embark on a unique journey through the spectaculor history of Berlin with our knowledgeable tour-guides. All of them are academically grounded in history, archaeology, or similar disciplines, and they have great enthusiasm for Berlin and German history.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Brandenburg Gate - Discover the fascinating history of one of the world’s most iconic gates, a witness to many pivotal events in Berlin’s past.
- Reichstag Building - Explore one of Berlin’s, and indeed Germany’s, most renowned buildings. It served as the parliament during Germany’s Imperial era, was the site of the notorious fire shortly after…
- Brandenburg Gate - Discover the fascinating history of one of the world’s most iconic gates, a witness to many pivotal events in Berlin’s past.
- Reichstag Building - Explore one of Berlin’s, and indeed Germany’s, most renowned buildings. It served as the parliament during Germany’s Imperial era, was the site of the notorious fire shortly after Hitler became Chancellor, and was a key target for the Soviets at the end of World War II.
- The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe - Visit the largest memorial in central Berlin and learn about the history of its construction and the atrocities that led to its creation.
- Fuhrerbunker - Explore the world’s most infamous car park, the site of the Fuhrer Bunker, located in the former gardens of the New Reich’s Chancellery Building, where Hitler’s reign came to an end.
- Bundesministerium der Finanzen - Currently the Finance Ministry Building, it was once the Luftwaffe’s headquarters. Discover its remarkable construction, usage, and significant Cold War history.
- Topography of Terror - Visit the former headquarters of the SS, Gestapo, and SD, and learn about the site’s history during the Nazi era and the post-war memorialization efforts.
- Checkpoint Charlie - Experience one of the most iconic checkpoints and sites associated with Cold War Berlin.
- Gendarmenmarkt - Discover the rich history of the Gendarmenmarkt’s foundation and development while admiring the stunning 18th and 19th-century architecture.
- Bebelplatz - Surrounded by the grandeur of Frederick the Great’s Prussian Capital, learn about the construction of the buildings and see the memorial to the square’s darkest chapter, the 1933 Nazi Book Burning.
- Unter den Linden - Walk along the eastern end of Unter den Linden, exploring the history of Humboldt University, the Memorial to Victims of War and Tyranny, and the German History Museum.
- Museum Island - Conclude the tour by crossing into what was medieval Berlin, home to the Stadt Schloss (City Palace) from the 15th century, the Berlin Cathedral, and now five world-class museums. From the eastern side of Museum Island, view and discuss Alexanderplatz, the center of post-war East Berlin.
What's Included
- Expert Tour Guide
- Expert Tour Guide
Location
Ebertstraße 24
Ebertstraße
Find us outside Hopfingerbrau by the Brandenburg gate. Ebertstr 24, 10117, Berlin
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jean
Dec 9, 2024
A must do tour while visiting Berlin - From start to finish the tour was incredibly informative as we journeyed through the history of central Berlin. Our guide Paul was exceptionally knowledgeable and welcomed all questions. Fantastic tour and would highly recommend it.
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Georgia_s
Dec 8, 2024
The walking tour was a... - The walking tour was a great experience! Our guide Paul was friendly and super knowledgeable, giving a deeper insight into both the buildings/sites and the history behind them. At each stop we had ample time to listen and then take photos. The group was small also which helped make it feel more personal. Would definitely recommend Paul and the tour!
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C7234ugsarahs
Dec 5, 2024
A ‘must do’ in Berlin - Cairan was excellent! So knowledgeable and interesting. Would highly recommend.
A lot of historical information. Learnt a lot.
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Kelsey
Oct 21, 2024
Informative and wonderful! - My husband and I booked this 3.5 hour walking tour around Berlin for Sunday the 22nd of September and ended up getting our own private tour! Julian was absolutely incredible. He is so knowledgeable and full of energy. I didn’t expect to learn so much in only a few hours, but I also never felt overwhelmed. It was such a wonderful tour and I would highly recommend it!
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Jean_h
Oct 21, 2024
A history tour of Berlin not to be missed! - The guide was amazing. We were very pleased with the tour and couldn't have wished for a better guide. It was the best part of our trip to Berlin.
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Catherine_c
Oct 16, 2024
The best tour I have ever been on. - Kieran was fabulous, knowledgeable and inspiring. The tour talked about all aspects of Berlin pre and post war and it was captivating. Every wuestion we asked he knew the answer to. His passion for the city was both clear and infectious. If you want to know and understand the city of Berlin then I wholeheartedly recommend this tour
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Marina_c
Aug 20, 2024
Best Historical tour of Berlin - Kerrin (we do hope we spelt that correctly) was our tour guide and was absolutely amazing. His knowledge was 10/10. We loved that he was prepared to slow down the more we asked questions and speed up the walking in between. We covered a lot of important historical highlights and would never have covered the ground we did without him. Thank you and we can highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to truly learn Berlin’s history.
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Christopher_s
Jul 13, 2024
World class knowledge - Julian was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and informative. The tour went quickly and covered a lot of sights
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Georgia
Jun 11, 2024
My Berlin History tour - I spent a few hours with Cairan as he guided me through the history of Berlin sites. His knowledge and his attention to detail was amazing. I learnt so much in the three and a half hours.
The Berlin wall, interesting facts about the wall coming down and the night it happened.
Museum Island with its historical buildings and listening to Cairan I learnt so much about the building designers, the royal family of those times and so much more.
Book this tour, all the tours with Birchys are good.
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Gina_q
Jun 4, 2024
excellent guide in Paul - Excellent guide in Paul, really considerate of interests of group and very knowledgeable. Thoroughly enjoyable tour.
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