This tour is also available as
a Private Tour.
Ah, Berlin! From humble village beginnings to the capital of the mighty kingdom, then empire, through darkness and division of the Nazi and Communist eras and back to its glory as the defining capital of European culture, trends and fanciness – what a place to tell stories about!
On our tour we will journey from the east to the west, crossing times, rivers and stories that, especially in the last 200 years, have shaped not only the city but the entire world. Let us tell you who that Alexander on the Platz was, is there really any medieval Berlin and what are the connections between American and German Martin Luthers. Add to that the Humboldt University, Checkpoint Charlie and our finishing point, the Brandenburg Gate with its memories from the time of the Wall and you will have learned the basics of Berlin’s identity.
We will also revisit the stories connected with the darkest moments of the city, nation and Europe: Adolf Hitler’s rise to power and the resulting war and the Holocaust – the Jewish Memorial will remind us of the fragility of the world around us.
On the upper note feel free to ask us about the local hip and party scene, many calling it the defining nightlife scene of Europe and the beginning of the world trends. Berlin has learned its lesson – let the feeling of inclusiveness, hundreds of cultures coexisting and shaping the world for better take you!
On the tour we will see and discuss:
After joining the general Berlin tour check out our Alternative Berlin and Communist & Socialist free tours to understand Berlin and its history much better!
We had a short trip planned to Berlin and this tour was the Welcome to Berlin tour was perfect fit to our itinerary. It covered the most interesting and historic spots in Berlin. The guide was very engaging and explained in good detail many aspects of each spot
A great way to start a trip to Berlin, this tour gives plenty of real human stories to Berlin’s historical centre, absolutely fascinating. Left me wanting more! Thanks Will for an excellent walk and talk!
IT WAS A VERY NICE AND PLEASANT TOUR FROM RUARIDH. PLEASANT AND INFORMATIVE !!
Very informative. Engaging. Loved the stories. We were able to participate with our own thoughts. Hit the highlights and gave us appetite for more.
It was a great start in the city. With all main monuments in the city center, JR guided the group patiently, explaining historical facts, sometimes with a joke to break the ice, waiting for the group to gather again, answering questions and making it very interactive. My fiancée and I loved the experience and we super recommend the tour!
This tour is also available as
a Private Tour.
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