Storyline of Berlin Walking Tour - Discover History and Unique Modern Culture

Berlin, Germany
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Berlin, known for its cultural landmarks and history, has evolved through the ages. Explore the political changes that have impacted the city, and discover how Berlin has reinvented itself to emerge as one of the hottest spots to visit in Europe. On our ultimate Berlin travel experience, you'll visit original sites of World War II and the Holocaust, visit remnants of the Berlin Wall, enjoy delicious samples from the oldest chocolate factory in the city and more. Your guide will be equipped with booklets of photos, maps and original documents, making this tour experience all the more memorable.

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Reichstag Building, Platz der Republik 1, 10557 Berlin Germany

a) Stop at the Reichstag (ancient Prussian Parliament) at the Big German Flag in front of the main entrance and hear the amazing story of this world-renowned building. You will get up close and personal to some of the original sites of the apocalyptic Battle of Berlin in 1945, which put an end to the horrors of Nazi Germany.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Brandenburg Gate, Pariser Platz, 10117 Berlin Germany

Stop at Brandenburg Gate and the beautiful Pariser Platz are a couple of the famous places we take in on our adventure. You`ll learn more about the countless historical events, modern places and landmarks that have made Berlin what it is today

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, Cora-Berliner-Strasse 1, 10117 Berlin Germany

A strong emotional expression of Germany dealing with the holocaust and the troubling aspects of its past.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Hitler's Bunker, Gertrud-Kolmar-Str. 14, 10117 Berlin Germany

Stop at the site of Hitler´s bunker, where he hid out during the final battle of World War II.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Checkpoint Charlie, Friedrichstr. 43-45, 10969 Berlin Germany

Take a time leap back to Cold War Berlin at Checkpoint Charlie

Pass By: Topography of Terror, Niederkirchnerstrasse 8, 10963 Berlin Germany

Step back in time as we pass by former Nazi Ministries, the ‘Topography of Terror

Stop At: Memorial of the Berlin Wall, Bernauer Strasse 111, 13355 Berlin Germany

Stop at ‘The Wall’ to hear stories of the Cold War, GDR fugitives and day-to-day life in divided Germany, including a stop at. We visit the site, where young Peter Fechter was murdered by border guards in 1962.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Friedrichstrasse, Berlin Germany

One of the city’s most well-known grand boulevards, where some of the city’s top shops can be found.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Gendarmenmarkt, 10117 Berlin Germany

Your tour will end at what is widely regarded as the most beautiful place in Berlin: Gendarmenmarkt, site of three impressive buildings: The German and the French Cathedral and Schinkel's Konzerthaus (concert hall), which brings us back to the Prussian times.

Duration: 20 minutes

Inclusions

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Taste the coffee and a local sweet
  • 4-5 hours walking guided tour
  • Learn more about the countless historical events, modern places and landmarks
  • Pass by Brandenburg Gate and the beautiful Pariser Platz
  • Walk through the Memorial to the murdered Jews of Europe
  • Tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay

Exclusions

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional information

  • A good pair of comfortable walking shoes is advisable. Dependent on weather, wet weather gear is useful.
  • Small group consists of a maximum of 12 people.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • While we strongly recommend that all travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19 to reduce the risk of transmission and avoid putting undue strain on healthcare services, vaccinations are not a requirement to join an Intrepid Urban Adventures tour.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • All tours follow the latest local health authority advice. Urban Adventures has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which recognises companies that have adopted health and hygiene global standardised protocols.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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