Backyards of Berlin 2-Hour Tour



Enjoy a tour of the courtyards in the fascinating old town of Berlin. On this 2-hour tour you will learn about the history of the city as you soak up the atmosphere of the multicultural neighborhood.

Highlights

  • Discover the hidden courtyards in this old neighborhood of Berlin
  • Immerse yourself in the history of the district
  • Learn about the Jewish history in this part of the city
  • Take a look behind the facades of the Spandauer Vorstadt

Description

Explore the Hackesche Höfe and learn more about the unusual fate of this revitalized district and its incredible history. Immerse yourself in the colorful multicultural life on Sophienstraße and take a look into the courtyard of the artisan association as well as the interesting Sophie-Gips-Höfe. Große Hamburger Straße has always been a “road of tolerance”. Look behind the scenes of a great Catholic institution, enjoy the views of the most important Baroque church in the city, and learn more about the fate of the Jewish community in Berlin and its first cemetery. On the famous Oranienburger Straße you can learn more about the history of the imposing New Synagogue and the adjacent Postfuhramt. At the end of the tour you will have the opportunity to look into the Heckmann Höfe, one of the most interesting back courtyards of the neighborhood.

Includes

Tour guide Private walking tour

Important Information

  • Special interests (Jewish history, urban planning, city history) can be arranged with the tour operator in advance

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Available Dates

November 2026 4 dates
Sat 14th Nov Sun 15th Nov Sat 21st Nov Sat 28th Nov
December 2026 3 dates
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