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Private Shore Excursion: Cold War and East Berlin from Warnemünde
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At a glance
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Price from
- $857 / person
- Location
- Rostock
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Original Berlin Walks
Description
The Berlin Wall, Kruschev & Kennedy, the Airlift, spies, escapes and “the end of history” – it’s fair to say that Berlin defined the Cold War. This tour is a deep dive into a divided city – a time when it felt like World War Three was just around the corner, when one side of the city lived under Soviet-style communism, and the other was occupied by not one, not two, but three Western powers! In air-conditioned comfort, in your luxury German car, you'll be taken from West to East across the German capital, criss-crossing where the Berlin Wall once stood, to get the closest possible look at what life was like back when Berlin was the centre of the Cold War. From famous sights like the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie, to lesser-known memorials and stories that you would never find on your own, this tour is far and away the best way to get to know Cold War Berlin.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10 times a day, 6:30 AM–11:00 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult
- $857
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,659.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Warnemunde
You will be picked up at the port in Warnemuende.
Kurfurstendamm
Your guide will give you an insight into life in West Berlin during the Cold War, including the wild times of the Baader-Meinhof group.
Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
See the most famous sight in West Berlin - representing a city born from the ashes of war
Hear how Germany's parliament building stood empty during the Cold War, with the Berlin sat only a few feet behind it
Brandenburg Gate
See Germany's most famous monument, and learn how for almost 30 years it lay in the "no man's land" between East and West Berlin
Checkpoint Charlie
Experience what used to be the world's most infamous border crossing at Checkpoint Charlie, where the US and Soviet Union came face-to-face every single day
Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station
Learn how the two Berlins tried (and often failed) to work together at the Friedrichstrasse border crossing point
Palace of Tears
Visit a wonderfully curated state-run exhibition detailing life in Berlin during the divided days of the Wall. (Closed on Mondays!)
Memorial of the Berlin Wall
This in-depth memorial is more like an open air museum! Here we will see many things - how did the 'Death Strip' work? What are the 'Ghost Stations'? What was the relationship between religion and communism? Enjoy a great view of the city from a tower overlooking a reconstruction of the Wall, and so much more!
Platz des 9. November 1989
See where the Cold War ended in November '89, when the Wall fell and thousands upon thousands of East Berliners experienced freedom for the first time, as they poured into West Berlin.
Alexanderplatz
See the heart of old East Berlin
Berliner Fernsehturm
See East Germany's most famous monument, still the tallest structure in Germany today!
Karl-Marx-Allee
See East Berlin's impressive Grand Boulevard, Karl-Marx-Allee
East Side Gallery
Finish your day with the most famous section of the Berlin Wall, the East Side Gallery, covered in murals painted by artists from all over the world.
Charlottenburg Palace
Arrive with driver and meet your guide
What's included
Included
Private Driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private Guide
Not included
Food and Drink
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Your driver will meet you as soon as you come through immigration.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 this tour take?
Private Shore Excursion: Cold War and East Berlin from Warnemünde lasts about 11 hours. The itinerary has 15 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $857 per person for this Rostock experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,659. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Can I cancel this 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. Your driver will meet you as soon as you come through immigration. Pickup points include Warnemünde.
What languages is this 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 7 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
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.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Original Berlin Walks.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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