Berlin: Guided Palace Tour by the Insider
Museum Island, Berlin
You want to get a unique experience of the rebuilded Berlin Palace? Follow me and learn to know the history of the original palace as well as of the nowadays reconstruction in the reunified Germany
Berlin Palace and Humboldt Forum Guided Walk
This guided walk explores the Berlin Palace site on Museum Island, ideal for history and architecture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Guided by an insider involved from the project’s inception
- Led by an architect with a background in politics, providing expert historical and architectural insights
- Stories revealing the hidden history behind the palace and its architecture
Description
Join a 90-minute walk around the Berlin Palace site on Museum Island. Learn about the palace’s original history, bomb damage during World War II, and its demolition in 1951 for a demonstration area. Discover the story of the 'Palace of the GDR-Republic,' built in 1975 and closed in 1990 due to asbestos contamination.
You will also receive a full presentation of the reconstructed Baroque façades and the cultural center inside, the Humboldt Forum, developed between 2013 and 2020. The guide played a key role as head of communications for the public developer and owner during this period.
Includes
- Two hours of detailed insight into one of Germany's most discussed cultural projects since reunification
- Access to untold stories not yet documented in publications
Excludes
- Admission to exhibitions inside the Humboldt Forum
- Access to the Ethnological Museum, Asian Art Museum, and Berlin Museum
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited group sizes.