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An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour

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An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
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An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour
An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$511 / person
Location
Berlin, Germany
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Insight Cities
Meeting point
Please meet your guide outside Cafe Einstein, Unter den Linden 42, 100117 Berlin.

Description

Embark on a 3-hour history tour with a scholar guide, that considers the 300-year evolution of Berlin from Prussia’s cultural capital, to the bustling 19th Century seat of Germany’s Emperors. Explore the dark epicenter of the Nazi and Cold War eras to its present revival as a world capital of culture, the arts and of tolerance.

Tour Options

Start Times

Itinerary

Reichstag Building
20 min

Berlin's famous Reichstag is the meeting place of the Bundestag (“Federal Assembly”), the lower house of Germany's national legislature. The glass transparent dome added by Norman Foster in the 1990s has become an inconic image of modern Germany's committment to democratic government. Read more about Berlin Small-Group History Tour: The Wall, Reichstag, More 2021 - https://www.viator.com/tours/Berlin/Small-Group-3-hour-Introductory-Tour-of-Berlin-Capital-of-Culture-Tyranny-and-Tolerance/d488-10847P37?mcid=56757

Brandenburg Gate
20 min

The Brandenburg Gate is an 18th-century neoclassical monument built on the orders of Prussian king Frederick William II. Many famous events in Berlin's history, from Napoleon's triumphant entrance to Ronald Reagain's cold war speech have taken place at this iconic gate

Museum Island
20 min

A unique ensemble of buildings on Spreeinsel (Spree Island) in the heart of Berlin. It encompasses five large Berlin museums built under the Prussian rulers, including the Pergamon, Neues Museum (New Museum) and Alte Nationalgalerie (Old National Gallery).

Potsdamer Platz
15 min

Historic square reborn since fall of Berlin Wall, now a hub of entertainment, restaurants and shops

Unter Den Linden
30 min

Unter den Linden is the grand boulevard, running from the City Palace to Brandenburg Gate, named after the linden trees that line it. It was Berlin's answer to Paris's Champs-Élysées.

Tiergarten
10 min

The Tiergarten is Berlin’s most famous inner-city park, full of graceful gardens and grand statuary.

The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
15 min

The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe was designed by the architect Peter Eisenman and opened in 2005. 2711 concrete slabs of different heights allow you to enter a powerfully somber labyrinth and space of reflection. Read more about Berlin Small-Group History Tour: The Wall, Reichstag, More 2021 - https://www.viator.com/tours/Berlin/Small-Group-3-hour-Introductory-Tour-of-Berlin-Capital-of-Culture-Tyranny-and-Tolerance/d488-10847P37?mcid=56757

Hackescher Markt
10 min

The lively Hackescher Markt Square offers a glimpse into the preserved Art Nouveau courtyards of pre-war Berlin.

What's included

Included
3-hour tour of Berlin in the company of a historian
Not included
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions: You will need to use public transport a few times, since the distances between some key sites would be too far to walk. If you will not have a few days visitor's transit pass to Berlin already, we suggest that you purchase the day metro pass. If you cannot purchase it in advance, your guide will help you purchase it at the first metro station on the tour. Berlin Transit One Way Tarif AB Ticket 2.8 Euro, Senior Discount 1,70 EUR Berlin Transit Day Ticket for one Person 7 Euro, Senior Discount 4,70 EUR

Pickup Locations & Times

Unless hotel pick up has been arranged, please meet your guide 15 minutes before start time at the default meeting point, Cafe Einstein, Unter den Linden 42, 100117 Berlin.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Your tour guides expert local historians and enthusiastic hosts who love helping travelers explore Berlin,

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour take?

An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour cost?

Prices start at $511 per person for this Berlin experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Unless hotel pick up has been arranged, please meet your guide 15 minutes before start time at the default meeting point, Cafe Einstein, Unter den Linden 42, 100117 Berlin.

What languages is An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is An Introduction to Berlin Private Walking Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 verified reviews; it is run by Insight Cities.

Reviews(4)

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Jerry_S
June 22, 2024
Informative Private Tour

Great tour with Jakob. It was interesting hearing his perspective coming from the grandchild of a holocaust survivor. He even gave us some restaurant recommendations. We did a small group tour the day before and honestly, it was about the same as the private tour but we enjoyed both. Plus we got to ask a lot of individual questions and Jakob was happy to answer everything. He even commented that we were much more educated on WWII history than his typical American clients so he was able to go into greater detail.

Operator response

Thanks for your review. We hope to see you on another Insight Cities tour in any of our cities - Prague, Berlin, Budapest, Vienna, or Salzburg.

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tumbleweed37
October 2, 2023
Special Private Introduction to Berlin

We had a great tour with Forrest. He did a great job adapting the tour to include a section on Jewish Berlin to suit the interests of our visiting friends. He was a great tour guide - easygoing and highly knowledgeable. We felt like we had only scratched the surface of his knowledge of Berlin's history. We're residents of Berlin, and not only did our visitors have a great introduction to Berlin, but we also learned a lot about our own neighborhood.

Operator response

Thank you so much for this review of Forrest's tour! Glad you found in enriching even as Berlin residents. Hope to see you again on our tours in Central Europe! Insight Cities

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PaulStrathern123
January 18, 2023
A Walk around Bowie's Berlin

We started at Zoo station, the place Bowie started at when he moved to Berlin in 1976. Our knowledgeable guide Ronen walked us through Bowie's Berlin, sharing his knowledge of Bowie's experiences, journeys and his music. We ended at Hansa studios where Bowie crafted one of his most memorable songs, Heroes. I loved every moment of the tour.

Operator response

Thanks for the great feedback and for booking with us. We're quite proud of team of local historians in Berlin! Hope to see you on Insight Cities tours again, perhaps in our other cities -- Prague, Vienna, Salzburg & Budapest. Safe travels!

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linhedrick
December 28, 2022
Great experience

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour. It was very informative and well planned. We had our 8 year old with us and she had a great time as well.

Operator response

Thanks for the positive feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the tour. We hope to see you on Insight Cities tours again, perhaps in our other cities: Prague, Vienna, Salzburg and Budapest. Safe travels!

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