Private Walking Tour: World War 2 and Cold War Sites in Berlin

Summary

Begin this 4-hour walking tour with a central Berlin hotel lobby meet and greet with the guide. Choose between a morning or afternoon departure time. Then decide whether to focus on Berlin’s World War II or Cold War history. Or simply request a combination of the two. This private tour can be customized to individual preferences. Walk through the city with an expert local guide, who will provide a detailed account of the Berlin’s fascinating and oftentimes troubled history.  Learn about Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party and what life was like during the Third Reich. See where Hitler’s bunker was located and visit the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Also, find out how Germany was divided while walking through Checkpoint Charlie, the best-known crossing point between East and West Berlin during the Cold War. Then walk alongside the remains of the Berlin Wall at the Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery. Walk under the famous Brandenburg Gate, one of Berlin’s most important monuments. A symbol of division between Berlin and Germany during the Cold War, it is now a national symbol of peace and unity. Also, see the Reichstag building, the modern-day meeting place of the German Parliament. This private tour is a customized experience, so be sure to include any specific requests and desired attractions at the time of booking. The tour concludes with a hotel drop-off.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Discover Berlin’s tumultuous history on a private 4-hour historical walking tour. Your private guide will tailor the tour to meet your interests, so you can choose to focus on World War 2, the Cold War or combine both elements for a full Berlin historical experience. Regardless of your focus, you’ll see the Berlin Wall, the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, espionage points of the CIA and KBG and Hitler's bunker.

What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Gratuities

  • Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Insider Tour

About operator:

Berlin Bike Tour. Bike tour is the best way to get to know the city with its beautiful sights and history. This is because Berlin is relatively flat and easy to cruise and traffic is very understanding and not aggressive to a cyclist. No matter if it rains or shines, (appropriate clothes make the weather okay) you will be delighted by its exceptional sights and historical places and the city’s unique story. Since most of Berlin is covered by parks, the air in the city is exceptionally good to ride on, so just imagine, sunny or rainy, with a fresh breeze, sharing your impression at the end of the day or during the visit in one of the local cafes or beer gardens! Our experience and professional multilingual native speaking guides will take great care of you and 3 hours that you spend together will be the most enjoyable and entertaining time ever. During your tour you will have an opportunity to make an acquaintance with a new city

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