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Private Walking Tour: World War 2 and Cold War Sites in Berlin

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Discover Berlin's tumultuous history on a private 4-hour historical walking tour. Your private guide will tailor the tour to meet your interests, taking you to the iconic World War 2 and Cold War sites that shaped the city's past. Immerse yourself in the stories of the Berlin Wall, the former death strip area, and take a "ghost train" ride under the city to learn about life in Berlin during the tumultuous 20th century. Stand above Hitler's bunker, visit the site where German resistors against the Nazis were executed, and explore the military high command of Germany during WW2. Marvel at the massive Templehof airport, built by the Nazis and later used by the Allies for the Berlin airlift. Uncover the secrets of the SS and Gestapo headquarters at the Topography of Terror exhibition. This comprehensive tour of Berlin's past is a must for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand the city's remarkable journey.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 4 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Discover Berlin's tumultuous history
  • Tailor the tour to your interests
  • Visit top Berlin attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate
  • Walk along the old "death strip" area of the Berlin Wall
  • Experience the location of the SS, Gestapo, and SD headquarters
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

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Introduction

Embark on a fascinating journey through Berlin’s past with the Private Walking Tour: World War 2 and Cold War Sites in Berlin. This 4-hour historical walking tour offers a tailor-made experience, allowing you to explore the city's tumultuous history according to your interests. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you'll uncover hidden stories, discover iconic landmarks, and gain deep insights into the events that shaped Berlin into what it is today.

What to expect?

During this immersive tour, you can expect to delve into various aspects of Berlin's history. Explore the remnants of the Berlin Wall and walk along the old "death strip," where original defenses and an old guard and signal fence still stand witness to a divided city. Visit the Topography of Terror, the former headquarters of the SS, Gestapo, and the SD, now transformed into an exhibition on the perpetrators of Nazi Germany. Gain an understanding of Cold War espionage techniques as you delve into the secrets of the CIA and KGB. Stand above Hitler's bunker and grasp the magnitude of the events that unfolded there.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, curious travelers, and anyone with a keen interest in World War II and the Cold War era. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group, the tour can be customized to suit your preferences. It's an ideal experience for those looking to gain deeper insights into Berlin's past and uncover the hidden stories behind its iconic landmarks.

Why book this?

Immerse yourself in Berlin's captivating history with this private walking tour. What sets this experience apart is the flexibility to tailor the itinerary according to your interests. Your knowledgeable guide will ensure you make the most of your time by sharing captivating stories, intriguing anecdotes, and historical context. By exploring sites like the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, and Checkpoint Charlie, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of Berlin's role in World War II and the Cold War. This tour goes beyond the surface, taking you off the beaten path to lesser-known locations that played crucial roles in Berlin's history.

Good to know

Joining this tour means you'll have the opportunity to see Berlin from a unique perspective. The duration of the tour is approximately 4 hours, allowing ample time to explore key historical sites and dive deep into the stories behind them. Be sure to communicate your specific interests and preferences to the guide when booking to optimize your experience. Remember to wear comfortable shoes, as walking is a significant part of this tour.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on the Private Walking Tour: World War 2 and Cold War Sites in Berlin rave about the profound insights gained and the exceptional knowledge of the guides. They appreciate how the tour strikes a balance between well-known sites and hidden gems, offering a comprehensive understanding of Berlin's complicated past. Many reviewers highlight the engaging storytelling and the opportunity to explore locations that aren't typically included in standard tours. Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about Berlin's captivating past, this tour promises an unforgettable experience.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Reichstag Building

If you’re interested in WW2, visit monuments for those who opposed the regime, including Claus von Stauffenberg, and for those who lost their lives during those cruel times. Learn about Albert Speer's Berlin and plans for Germania, as well as the Soviet Monumentalism. Hear stories about the titanic struggle from Stalingrad through the fall of the Third Reich's Capital during the Battle of Berlin.

Brandenburg Gate

On this private walking tour of Berlin, tailor the tour to your interests for a personalized Berlin experience. Whether you are interested in the history of WW2, the Cold War or both, your guide will show you top Berlin attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, the Reichstag and Hitler’s bunker -- the epicenter of the Nazi regime.

Fuhrerbunker

Get deep insights into the history that made Berlin what it is today. To ensure you get the most out of your tour, please include any specific requests at the time of booking. For example itineraries, please see the Itinerary section.

Memorial of the Berlin Wall

Walk along the old "death strip" area and see original defences from the Berlin Wall including an old guard and signal fence. Stand above the most successful tunnel dug under the Berlin Wall, tunnel "57" and learn about its construction and then denunciation in 1964. Go to the Church of Reconciliation and hear the story why the old church was blown up in 1985!

Admission Included

Prenzlauer Berg

Go to an old NKVD (precursor to the KGB) prison, which was then later used by the East German secret police, the Stasi, hear which sort of methods were used to extract information from the "prisoners" there. See what the site is used as today and how Germany comes to terms with it's destructive past.

East Side Gallery

Walk along the longest permanent open air graffiti wall in the world, which happens to be the longest piece of Berlin Wall still standing. See the art and experience some amazing murals, promoting justice and freedom, you have to see it to believe it!

Topography of Terror

Experience the location of where the SS, Gestapo and the SD had their HQ during the period of the Nazi's. The location is now an exhibition informing us about the perpetrators during that dark period of German history.

Tempelhofer Feld

Walk around the old Nazi airport, which was used by the allies during the Berlin airlift in 1948/49. The airport today is longer functioning as an airport, but an immense playground for people to enjoy, a truely sensational space.

Reviews

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Ray_A

Very informative tour. Our guide, Klaus, did an amazing job taking us to key sites and providing us with the history of Berlin as it related to WW II. Four hours flew by and we enjoyed every moment of our tour.

Hanna_P

Great walking experience throughout the city. Highly recommend Gilly as he is well prepared and knowledgeable.

Lee_L

Steve was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable and had fun stories to tell along the way. We really enjoyed our time with him. We did the 3 hours and that was plenty for us.

Anonymous

What a great tour! Rohan was amazing - so knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Berlin. Since we had already visited some of the sites on our own he was able to customize the tour with places we had not visited yet and was enthusiastic to do so. We all highly recommend the tour if you want to learn more about WW2 and the Cold War in Berlin - especially with Rohan.

Brian_R

Chloe was amazing, she took the time to know exactly what we wanted to see, and then spent as much time at each site as we wanted often going into real depth of the history.

Shuchi_S

So interesting and worth every penny. Xavier was so knowledgeable and passionate. He went out of his way to help us. And shared so much history. Went above and beyond and tailored the tour for us. He even extended the time with no extra charge. Highly recommended

Doreen_N

Our 4-hour tour with Thomas was outstanding! As a true historian he provided an educated perspective on the sites which we really appreciated. Highly recommend!

Verity_H

Our guide Zvika was our greatest asset on the tour. In just a few hours we learnt so much from him regarding the history of Berlin during WWII and the Cold War.

MIchael_B

Very comprehensive tour by a very knowledgeable guide; so much to see in Berlin. Joerg was an amazing and fun guide. Highly recommended.

Scott_B

We absolutely loved this tour and can’t rate it highly enough. We had Campbell as our guide and he was just brilliant. His knowledge of ww2 and the Cold War was so helpful and insightful and he did a terrific job of tailoring the tour to suit us, the weather etc.
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