Welcome to Berlin!

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Short Description
Our main tour of the historic centre of Berlin, an introduction to the city and its history. You will see the TV Tower, Museum Island, Under den Linden, Checkpoint Charlie and the Brandenburg Gate, among others. If you only have time for one tour, this is the one you are looking for.
Total time
Around 2h 45 min
Language
English, Spanish, German (check the booking calendar for availability)
Price
„Pay what you wish” tours do not have a fixed price. It is up to you to evaluate your guide’s work and reward it. Some people give 10€, others 50€ depending on their satisfaction and abilities.
Meeting point
In front of the Red Town Hall (Rotes Rathaus) - look for the yellow umbrella!Go to map
Ending point
Brandenburg Gate
Additional info
♿️Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
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About

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:



  • TV tower

  • Red Town Hall and the remains of the old Berlin

  • Museum Island and the Berlin Cathedral

  • Unter Den Linden and Humboldt University

  • Book Burning Site

  • Checkpoint Charlie and Berlin Wall stories

  • Adolf Hitler’s Bunker Site

  • Jewish Holocaust Memorial

  • Brandenburg Gate


After joining the general Berlin tour check out our Alternative Berlin and Communist & Socialist free tours to understand Berlin and its history much better! 


Meeting Point
In front of the Red Town Hall (Rotes Rathaus) - look for the yellow umbrella!

BOOKING RULES
Our pay as you wish tours are designed for individual travellers and small groups. We don’t accept parties of more than 7 people on them. If you travel in a party of 8 or more (school groups, bigger groups of friends etc.), please choose a paid option, if it's available, or book a Private Tour. For more information on the latter, please contact us.



A must do in Berlin!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
1 day ago

This tour will give you a macro view of Berlin’s History! Jason was so knowledgeable of the city, its roots and the many world changing events this city has been preview to. I feel like as if I have been in Berlin for weeks thanks to Jason’s sharing of the city.

Anna

Great introduction to Berlin!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
3 days ago

We joined the tour on the first day in Berlin and it was a great introduction to city’s historical points. Our guide Dara did a great job and kept the mood high, I particularly liked that he shared personal views about the city and it’s curiosities. Highly recomend!

Ieva

Outstanding walking tour with Ru

Rated 5.0 out of 5
3 days ago

This was an outstanding introduction to Berlin, the city and its history. Our guide, Ru, was incredible – welcoming, entertaining, knowledgeable. He was also very generous with his time, offering to answer questions after the tour and providing recommendations to other places to see and visit around the city. I highly recommend this excellent tour.

Catherine Adamson

Fantastic walking tour

Rated 5.0 out of 5
4 days ago

This was a fantastic walking tour in Berlin! Our guide (Canadian) Chris was very knowledgeable of the city’s history and we got a lot out of this tour. He was always open to questions and also gave us some great recommendations of other places to go in the city. Definitely recommend!

Samantha Kelly

Great tour!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
4 days ago

Alex was a great guide! Thank you very much for the wonderful experience!

Gabriela


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