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Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $19 / person
- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 4,626 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Insider Tour Berlin
- Meeting point
- outside FRIEDRICHSTRASSE TRAIN STATION, on the square beside the 'Traenenpalast' (Palace of Tears), Reichstagufer 17, 10117 Berlin. Our guide will be wearing a blue lanyard with a yellow name tag, holding yellow umbrellas!
Description
Discover Berlin’s extraordinary and vibrant present on an engaging, stress-free, award winning walking tour, led by an expert local guide. Explore the city through unique perspectives and fascinating stories while visiting Berlin’s most iconic landmarks, including the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Checkpoint Charlie, Museum Island, and Bebelplatz. Stand above the site of Hitler’s bunker, where the Third Reich spent its final days, and learn how Berlin transformed from the centre of Nazi power into a divided Cold War city and eventually into the dynamic capital it is today. Along the way, your guide will bring history vividly to life through stories of resistance, survival, division, and reunification — from WWII and the Nazi era to daring Cold War escape attempts and the fall of the Berlin Wall. More than just sightseeing, this tour offers a deeper understanding of Berlin, its people, and the events that shaped the modern city, all at a relaxed, easy walking pace.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18–64)
- $19
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $17
- Child (ages 12–17)
- $17
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station
Start your tour from our central meeting point
Palace of Tears
Learn about this Cold War international checkpoint- also known as the Traenenpalast
Neue Wache
National memorial site reflecting on war and tyranny
Humboldt University (Humboldt Universitat)
The location where Marx, Engels and Einstein studied and taught
Berliner Dom
Biggest church in Berlin, Lustgarten, City Palace (Stadt Schloss) and the Humboldt Forum
Pergamonmuseum
Learn about Islamic art, the Ishtar Gate, the Market Gate of Miletus
Neues Museum
Learn about the Ancient Egyptian collection on a World UNESCO Heritage site
Altes Museum
Learn about the first museum built in Berlin and the very famous architect, Karl Schinkel
Stadtschloss Berlin
The brand new Humboldt Forum. See the reconstructed Hohenzollern family palace
Bebelplatz
Be enchanted by the beauty of the 18th century square
Book Burning Memorial at Bebelplatz
Stand on the location where the Nazi's burned tens of thousands of books in 1933
The beautiful opera house built under Friedrich the Great in 1743
Konzerthaus
The spectacular Schinkel concert house completed in 1821
Gendarmenmarkt
From the period of Berlin's religious tolerance, the Calvinist French Cathedral and the Lutheran German Cathedral
Checkpoint Charlie
Cold War civilian and military checkpoint, location of tank stand-off in 1961 between Soviet and American armed forces
Topography of Terror
See a 200m long piece of the Berlin Wall
Hermann Göring's airforce ministry, East German house of ministers, German Finance Ministry
Fuhrerbunker
Stand above the location where Hitler spent the last days of WW2- the site of Hilter's bunker
The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Walk through the Memorial dedicated to the Murdered Jews of Europe
German house of Parliament and government quarter
Brandenburg Gate
American Embassy, French Embassy, Hotel Adlon, Academy of Fine Arts
Pariser Platz
The American and French Embassy and the famous Hotel Adlon can all be seen from this square
What's included
Included
Local English-speaking Expert Guide
3-hour walking tour
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
4,626 reviews
How it compares in Berlin
- Rated higher than 72% of 296 reviewed tours in Berlin
- No. 4 by number of reviews among 951 tours in Berlin
- Starting price $19 is 68% below the typical $61 for tours of similar length in Berlin
Excurgo comparison of 951 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IMPORTANT; Please be at meeting point 15 minutes before tour begins
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 Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems take?
Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 22 stops.
How much does Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems cost?
Prices start at $19 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.
What days does Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
How much does Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems cost for children?
Children aged 12–17 pay from $17, adults from $19.
Can I cancel Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is outside FRIEDRICHSTRASSE TRAIN STATION, on the square beside the 'Traenenpalast' (Palace of Tears), Reichstagufer 17, 10117 Berlin. Our guide will be wearing a blue lanyard with a yellow name tag, holding yellow umbrellas! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(4,626)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Amazing Experience with Emma
Emma was amazing. Very informative and kind. She kept a great pace and the tour was phenomenal. Highly recommend
C
Berlin Day 1
Very well run tour. Guide Emma was extremely knowledgeable and friendly.
Operator response
Thank you for such an outstanding review. We’re thrilled that you had such a memorable experience exploring Berlin with us. Our guides love bringing this incredible city and its history to life. Thanks and all the best, Insider Tour
B
A tour well worth doing!
Great overview of Berlin’s history from its foundation to present day. Joachim our guide was witty, very informative and most engaging. A great afternoon. 😊
Operator response
Thank you for your amazing review. We’re thrilled that you came away from the tour with both great memories and a deeper understanding of Berlin. That’s exactly the experience we hope to create. Thanks and all the best, Insider Tour
L
Excellent tour guide, with brilliant content
What a great few hours spent with our guide Nickolai. The pace he delivered the tour at was great, so much information covering the Cold War and the division in Berlin. We really enjoyed the details given and also the visual points made by Nickolai, it’s actually a tour we would do again as it was so informative. Absolutely worth the money, the only point I would emphasise to anyone booking is wear comfortable shoes & bring a beverage with you
Operator response
Thank you for your generous comments. We’re delighted that the tour became such a positive part of your Berlin adventure. Your recommendation is one of the best compliments our team can receive. Thanks and all the best, Insider Tour
K
Incredible
Joachim Was awesome! This tour had a great mix of historical facts and stories about people from those periods of time. Joachim Was so knowledgeable and you can tell loves teaching people!
Operator response
Thank you for your generous comments. We’re delighted that the tour gave you both a better understanding of Berlin and an enjoyable few hours exploring the city. Your recommendation is very much appreciated. Thanks and all the best, Insider Tour
5
Great overview!
Ruh is a superb tour guide. So well informed and engaging. This is a wonderful tour to get a solid overview of Berlin. Ruh also offers lots of resources for deeper dives. Thank you!
Operator response
Thank you for such a glowing review. We’re extremely proud of our guide team, and it’s always fantastic when our guests recognise their knowledge and enthusiasm. We’ll be sure to pass your comments along. Thanks and all the best, Insider Tour
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Keep up
Pace was extremely fast. Too big of group to keep track of. Giles very knowledgeable, but moved way to fast
Operator response
What a wonderful review to receive. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed learning about Berlin while exploring the places where so much of that history actually happened. Thank you for coming along. Safe travels, Insider Tour
2
Ru is the best
Ru was an amazing tour guide! He was very knowledgeable about the history and a pleasure. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you for the glowing feedback. We’re so happy that your tour was filled with interesting information, great stories and memorable moments. We hope Berlin treated you well for the rest of your stay. Thanks and all the best, Insider Tour
E
Fantastic Tour!
If I could rate this tour higher than 5 stars, I would! Tour and guide (Maggie) were fabulous!!! She was extremely knowledgeable about Berlin and a great communicator, breaking down complex topics into simple task-aways. We saw everything advertised on the itinerary plus more! Great way to orient yourself in Berlin and learn about this historically and culturally rich city!! Maggie has a great sense of humor and was very patient (we had some kids on our tour which she was great with). I would totally do this tour again with her as our guide!
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