Private Walking Jewish Berlin Tour: Synagogues and War Time Heroes

Summary Description

Uncover 800 years of Jewish history in Berlin, in this walking tour of the city

Highlights
  • Explore the St. Mary’s Church – where you will learn more about the persecution of the Jewish people that was prevalent in Berlin
  • Visit the Rosentraße and learn about how the Jewish fought back against discrimination
  • Discover the Otto Weidt Museum – a 1940s factory where Otto Weidt, the ‘unsung Schindler’ protected his Jewish workforce from Nazi persecution
  • Learn about the Jewish fight against oppression at the magnificent Neue Synagogue
  • Description

    On this three-hour walking tour of Berlin, you will endeavour to retrace the fascinating 800-year history of the Jewish people in Berlin. You will learn more about the struggles as well as the triumphs the Jewish community faced in central Europe and the wider role this inspiring community has had on the 20th century  - Explore the St. Mary’s Church – where you will learn more about the persecution of the Jewish people that was prevalent in Berlin
     - Visit the Rosentraße and learn about how the Jewish fought back against discrimination
     - Discover the Otto Weidt Museum – a 1940s factory where Otto Weidt, the ‘unsung Schindler’ protected his Jewish workforce from Nazi persecution
     - Learn about the Jewish fight against oppression at the magnificent Neue Synagogue This tour will stop on sights that tell the story and history of the Jewish community in Berlin. Discover sights that best symbolize the struggles and the dark times the Jewish people faced. You will visit sights where you will learn about the oppression– in addition, you will also hear about the inspirational stories about how the community fought back and protested the discrimination they faced. Undoubtedly, you will leave this tour feeling inspired and moved
     
    We built this tour because it invites travellers to learn about the persecution and resistance of the Jewish community within Berlin  Please note: If you would like a public, guided tour inside St Mary's Church, there is an extra fee payable at the church

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • A friendly, professional tour guide for your group
    • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
    • Entrance to The Otto Weidt Museum, St. Mary's Church, the Rosenstraße Memorial, several Jewish cemeteries and the magnificent Neue Synagogue
    What's Not Included
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
    • Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, United States

    Commentary

    Guide : English

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • This is a walking tour
    • Cost of transportation on the day is not included
    Know Before You Go
    • Please bring comfortable walking shoes
    • Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day
    • In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Additional Information

    Not wheelchair accessible

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