Express Tour Government District plus Visit Reichstag with Dome
Description
Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of German democracy! Visit the impressive Reichstag building with its fascinating plenary hall (hall for German-speaking tours) and breathtaking dome. Get carried away by an experienced Berlin guide who will tell you exciting stories about political Berlin. Not only will you get interesting information, but you will also hear amusing anecdotes that will give you a unique insight into the history of this special city. Admire magnificent buildings, extraordinary works of art and important monuments. After our informative tour you will visit the Reichstag and the impressive dome. From the rooftop terrace and the dome, you can enjoy fantastic views of many of Berlin’s sights – an unforgettable experience. Please note : the German-speaking tour is only in German. The English-language tour is only available in English.
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The Federal Chancellery – an architectural masterpiece that is not only a building, but a symbol of the new Federal Capital Berlin! Can you imagine how much energy and vision goes into this impressive structure? It was one of the most significant projects that set the pulse of the capital beating. Who would have thought that such a landmark would grow out of the dreams of that time? Let’s discover together the living history and exciting future that this building project brings!
Ready to dive into the fascinating history of the Swiss Embassy in Berlin? Our guide is looking forward to bringing you closer to this unique narrative! Where exactly is this architectural gem, you wonder? On Otto-von-Bismarck-Allee, on the picturesque southern edge of Berlin's Spreebogenpark, a stone's throw from the Federal Chancellery. Let yourself be enchanted by the lively atmosphere and exciting stories surrounding the embassy – it will be an experience you don’t want to miss!
The Spreebogenpark has a very low-key design in terms of garden architecture, but offers great viewing axes and the many buildings in the vicinity of the park, such as the Federal Chancellery, the Paul Loebe House of the Bundestag, the Swiss Embassy and the main railway station.
The Paul Loebe House may not be a masterpiece at first glance, but it is the pulsating heart of Parliament! The engine of the Republic is called it. A vibrant place of democracy. Surrounded by a variety of interesting art installations. With a stoop over the Spree, it is part of the Bund ribbon. Learn stories about a special architecture and features of the rooms.
The Spree meanders through the heart of our capital. Who knew that it once marked an invisible border between East and West for 28 years? On its shore, the wall actually rose – a silent witness to a divided history. But today, oh how has time changed! A number of bridges in the government district stretch across the Spree, connecting the old divide with new life. Here, on the banks of the Spree, political events are pulsating. Isn’t it fascinating to watch journalists conducting interviews with their microphones in hand while the Reichstag sits majestically in the background? Where walls once stood, ideas and visions are now flowing. Who could not feel that the Spree is more than just a river – it is a symbol of change, freedom and the incessant dynamism of life?
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After an exciting guided tour you will visit the Reichstag. We take care of the registration for you to ensure a smooth process. This is done for identification checks on site, which is why all participant data must be forwarded to the visitor service. We take care of the registration for the visit to the Chamber and the Dome. First, you can expect a presentation (in German) on the work of Parliament in the Chamber. This free visit is organized by us so that you are optimally informed. The visitor service warmly welcomes you in front of the Reichstag building. After visiting the plenary hall you can enjoy the great views of Berlin. From the roof terrace and the dome you have a unique view of many sights in the panorama – an absolute highlight!
From the roof terrace and the dome you have a unique view of many sights in the panorama – an absolute highlight!
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(110)
An entertaining and informative tour of the government district. Matthias skillfully combined expert knowledge with fun. After the tour, hassle-free entry into the plenary chamber along with a dome visit.
Arvid was a super city guide. We liked that he was a 3rd-generation Berliner and was very knowledgeable, and presented the topic of "government district and government work" in a very entertaining and engaging way to the participants. He was very caring and made sure that the whole group also safely gained entry to the Reichstag dome tour.
Very interesting and very friendly guide, to be done without hesitation
Our guide Daniela spoke in a very lively, competent, and informative way, peppered with real experiences from the GDR era.
Very lively, friendly, and interesting tour! Short wait time for the Reichstag dome visit and a good presentation.
A must-do! Daniela is an extraordinary guide and the view from the dome is magnificent.
Be up in the dome, nice and fun to visit, pre-booked free tickets on the Reichstag page before the trip to Berlin. There is no need to pay for this visit. Sad experience, however, what the unpleasant man selling drinks and ice cream up in the dome, several of the visitors really wondered what was wrong with him, refused to confess visitors. Otherwise a pleasant experience.
Very nice tour and great presentation in the plenary chamber. A highlight of the Berlin trip for me. Due to carpet laying in the Reichstag, there were last-minute schedule changes. The organizer informed us about this directly and also gave us a discount.
I received the email for the meeting point the very same day, at 7 a.m.!!! As a result, not having checked my emails, I foolishly missed the tour; I am still furious.... You don't necessarily check your emails every day, especially when you are on vacation!!! There is an incredible lack of communication! The least they could do is notify customers at least 3/4 days in advance so they don't end up high and dry! Or else, warn that you will receive an email the same day for the meeting point... It's not so much about the money lost, but mostly about the fact that you have to book months in advance if you want a chance to visit the Reichstag!! This lack of communication is truly unacceptable!! I do not recommend, and will no longer use Viator! At least future customers will be warned by reading this review.
The event was in 2 parts, both requiring an ability to understand fairly advanced German (something some attendees had not realised). 1) an hour-long tour showing and explaining the history and purpose of the new government buildings around the Reichstag. This was led by a good informative and amusing guide. 2) Entry into the Reichstag for a talk by an official Reichstag guide. This was slow to start, and the extremely detailed explanation about how the German parliamentary system operated (eg how fast the stenographers had to be able to operate) probably went well beyond what most attendees were interested in. We then went up to the observation terrace and into the dome. The views were excellent (though not significantly better than from other viewing places eg the Dom or Fernsehturm) and a very good audio guide explained the sights we were looking at. In summary, I really enjoyed it, but don't think it would have been worth it had I not been able to understand German well
