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Berlin Explore: 48hr Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Guided Walking Tour and Night Tour

Summary Description

Enjoy a 48-hour hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus tour of Berlin. See famous sights like the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Reichstag from the top deck. Explore the city on a free walking tour, Evening Tour, and live-guided Panoramic Tour. 

Highlights
  • Explore Berlin on a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour by open-top, double-decker bus
  • See unmissable sights including the Reichstag Building, Brandenburg Gate, and Holocaust Memorial
  • Discover Berlin on foot with both a guided walking tour and digital self-guided walking tour
  • See Berlin as the sun sets on a 90-minute panoramic evening tour
  • Discover Berlin's tumultuous history with insightful audio commentary in 14 languages
  • Enjoy a free Currywurst and a Berlin Souvenir Shopping bag
Description

Embark on an unforgettable journey with a Big Bus hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of Berlin, a city with a tumultuous history, now celebrated for its vibrant cultural scene, eclectic architecture, and open-minded spirit. Explore Berlin's iconic landmarks across two routes, covering over 20 stops, from the majestic Brandenburg Gate to the Cold War icon, Checkpoint Charlie. Recorded commentary in 14 languages brings to life the rich history and culture of East Berlin.   Tour highlights include the Reichstag building, Holocaust Memorial, TV Tower, Potsdamer Platz, Museum Island, and more. The Blue Route lets you discover old Berlin with stops at Karl-Marx-Allee and the East Side Gallery. The Red Route features stops from the Brandenburg Gate to Gendarmenmarkt. Enjoy the freedom of unlimited hop-on, hop-off access, allowing you to explore Berlin at your own pace.

 Enhance your experience with a guided walking tour covering landmarks such as Checkpoint Charlie.  Additionally, explore Berlin at dusk with a 75-minute live-guided Evening Tour, offering a unique perspective as the sun sets over the city.

Included / Excluded
What's Included
  • Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off throughout ticket validity (48hr)
  • Live-guided Evening Tour (English & German)
  • Live-Guided Walking Tour (English or German) and Self-guided VOX digital Walking Tour
  • Free Original Berlin Currywurst
  • Insightful Bus Tour Audio Commentary in 14 languages
  • Free Berlin Souvenir Shopping Bag
What's Not Included
  • Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
Start / End Locations

Start Location: Red Route Stop 11: KaDeWe Department Store (Tauentzienstrasse 21-24, 10789 Berlin)

Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Infants required to sit on laps
  • Commentary

    Audio : English, German, French, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese Mandarin, Swedish, Danish, Dutch, Turkish, Polish, Japanese

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Flexible ticket: we will accept your ticket up to 14 Days from the date booked
    • Fleet are 100% wheelchair accessible on the lower deck
    • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
    • Small animals must be carried in an enclosed basket, cage or pet carrier
    • Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators.
    Know Before You Go
    • Redeem voucher with a Big Bus staff member at any stop
    • Night Tour: Please arrive at least 15 minutes in advance of departure time
    • Stops directions, Bus live-tracking and more: Download Big Bus App, it's free!
    • Free Headphones Available on Every Bus
    Cancellation

    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

    Options and Pricing

    Unlimited 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour with panoramic evening tour, panoramic live-guided day tour, live-guided walking tour and self-guided digital VOX walking tour and complimentary Currywurst.

    Berlin Explore RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (16 - 99 years) €45.00
    Points of interest
    • Alexanderplatz, Berlin, Germany
    • Lützowplatz-Park, Lützowplatz, Berlin, Germany
    • KaDeWe - Kaufhaus des Westens, Tauentzienstraße, Berlin, Germany
    • Gendarmenmarkt, Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin, Germany
    • Friedrichstraße, Berlin, Germany
    • Haus der Kulturen der Welt, John-Foster-Dulles-Allee, Berlin, Germany
    • Checkpoint Charlie, Friedrichstraße, Berlin, Germany
    • Brandenburg Gate, Berlin, Germany
    • Siegessäule, Großer Stern, Berlin, Germany
    • Schloss Bellevue, Spreeweg, Berlin, Germany
    • Rotes Rathaus, Rathausstraße, Berlin, Germany
    • Museumsinsel, Berlin, Germany
    • Berliner Mauer, Niederkirchnerstrasse, Berlin, Germany
    • Potsdamer Platz, Potsdamer Platz, Berlin, Germany
    • Reichstag Building, Platz der Republik, Berlin, Germany
    • East Side Gallery, Mühlenstraße, Berlin, Germany
    • Fernsehturm, 1 Panoramastraße, Berlin, Germany
    Terms and Conditions

    Voucher is non-refundable after it has been scanned and activated by a member of staff.

    Additional Information

    The Panoramic Tour begins and ends at Kurfürstendamm 10, conveniently located in the city center and easily accessible by public transportation (U Kurfürstendamm). Tours depart at 11:00am, 1:00pm & 3:00pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time to ensure a smooth check-in process. Note that the tour is a continuous 90-minute journey without stops. 

    The 75-minute Berlin evening tour is operated by Big Bus Berlin's partner Stromma (green buses). Redeem your ticket at stop #1 Alexanderplatz and hop on from the same stop at 6.00pm.

    Redemption Information

    Tickets will be held at the box office

    FAQ

    What audio commentary is available on the tour?

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    Our bus tours feature pre-recorded commentary in the following languages: English, German, French, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Turkish, Dutch, Danish, Chinese Mandarin, Japanese and Portuguese (Brazilian)

    How long does the tour take?

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    Red Route: 2 hours (approx.) Blue Route: 40 minutes (approx.)

    How often do the buses run?

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    The Red Tour runs approximately every 20-30 minutes, and the Blue Tour runs every 60 minutes.

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    Basic Information
    • Duration: 48 hours
    • Trip difficulty: Easy
    • API Providers: Ventrata
    • Magpie ID: ESPLBA
    • Currency: EUR
    • Language: English
    • Booking Cutoff: 0 minutes
    • Timezone: Europe/Berlin
    • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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