Traces Of Berlin: Guided Berlin Tour (English/German)
ID: GYG1064299-1635333
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Berlin's history on a guided tour of the Berlin Wall. Visit iconic sites like the Leipziger Platz and Checkpoint Charlie.
Spanish and French tours available on Saturdays.
Discover the secrets that Berlin still hides among its once-divided streets. This guided tour will take you to the city’s most emblematic sites marked by the Wall: from the Brandenburg Gate to the legendary Checkpoint Charlie, passing through Leipziger and Potsdamer Platz, the Topography of Terror, and the Panoramapunkt.
Explore areas that were once "no man’s land", like the base of the former GDR watchtower, and uncover real stories of escape, repression, and resistance. Talk about visible symbols of the division, such as the famous Ampelmann or the difference in street lighting between East and West Berlin.
Discover architectural gems like the Martin-Gropius-Bau, the Bundesrat, and the socialist mural of June 17th — all enriched with historical anecdotes, fun facts (did you know the first traffic light in Europe was here?), and reflections on the city's historical memory.
Highlights
- Feel the weight of history as you explore the remnants of the Berlin Wall
- Visit the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie and Potsdamer Platz
- Discover the stories of escape, repression, and resistance in Berlin
- See the famous Ampelmann and learn about the city's divided past
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Be prepared for outdoor weather conditions
Photography is allowed
The tour involves walking through historical sites with uneven surfaces
It is recommended to wear glasses for reading or viewing
The tour begins at the entrance to the Die Mauer | The Wall museum
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Berlin's historical sites related to the Berlin Wall:
- Visit to Leipziger Platz.
- Visit to the base of the former GDR watchtower.
- Visit to Martin-Gropius-Bau & Bundesrat
- Visit to Topography of Terror.
- Visit to Checkpoint Charlie.
- Visit to Platz des 17. Juni
- Visit to Panoramapunkt
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to the starting point
- Meals and drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
