Berlin Wall: Short History & Art Tour at the East Side Gallery

Kreuzberg, Berlin



The 'East Side Gallery': Discover famous murals on the former Berlin Wall near the Oberbaum Bridge and learn more about art, the division of Berlin and reunification.

Highlights

  • The 'East Side Gallery,' the longest preserved section of the Berlin Wall
  • The Oberbaumbrücke
  • The world-famous mural 'The Fraternal Kiss' by Dmitri Vrubel
  • Insider detail: A small preserved piece of the '1st generation' of the Wall construction

Description

Experience the eventful history of the East Side Gallery – the longest surviving section of the Berlin Wall, located between Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain near the Oberbaumbrücke. This tour offers fascinating insights into the division of Berlin, the reunification, and the creation of this unique open-air gallery. Discover world-famous murals, learn more about their artists, and the political messages behind the works. A tour full of history, art, and contemporary testimonies! The tour starts on the Kreuzberg side of the River Spree. Here you will learn exciting stories and background information about this former border area. We then cross the historic Oberbaum Bridge and delve into its turbulent past. The tour ends on the grounds of the East Side Gallery after about 60 minutes. Ideal as an evening program: Perfect for tour groups as part of a varied day program before a group dinner or for company outings. Planning with a larger group? We also offer the tour for very large groups by forming smaller groups and using additional guides. If needed, you can simply book multiple groups in parallel.

Includes

An expert guide from Kreuzberg 60-minute guided tour with lots of detail and insider knowledge Dining tips for the break afterwards

Important Information

  • Tour operates rain or shine. This is an approximately 60-minute walking tour.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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