Traces Of Berlin: Guided Berlin Tour (English or German)
Tiergartenviertel, Berlin
Explore Berlin's history on a guided tour of the Berlin Wall. Visit iconic sites like the Leipziger Platz and Checkpoint Charlie. Spanish and French tours available on Saturdays.
Berlin Wall Historical Walking Tour
This guided walking tour explores Berlin's key sites related to the Berlin Wall, ideal for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors.
Highlights
- Explore the remnants of the Berlin Wall and historical landmarks
- Visit Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and Potsdamer Platz
- Learn stories of escape, repression, and resistance in divided Berlin
- See the famous Ampelmann and understand symbols of the city's division
Description
Discover Berlin’s divided past by visiting locations marked by the Berlin Wall. The tour includes stops at Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, Leipziger Platz, Potsdamer Platz, the Topography of Terror, and Panoramapunkt.
Walk through areas once considered no man’s land, such as the base of the former GDR watchtower, while uncovering real stories of escape attempts and political repression. Observe division symbols like the Ampelmann pedestrian signal and differences in street lighting between East and West Berlin.
The route also highlights architectural landmarks including Martin-Gropius-Bau, the Bundesrat, and the socialist mural at Platz des 17. Juni, all accompanied by historical context, interesting facts, and reflections on Berlin’s memory.
Includes
- Guided tour of Berlin’s historical sites related to the Berlin Wall
- Visit to Leipziger Platz
- Visit to the base of the former GDR watchtower
- Visit to Martin-Gropius-Bau and Bundesrat
- Visit to Topography of Terror
- Visit to Checkpoint Charlie
- Visit to Platz des 17. Juni
- Visit to Panoramapunkt
Excludes
- Transportation to and from the starting point
- Meals and drinks
Important Information
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
- Be prepared for outdoor weather conditions
- Photography is allowed
- The tour includes walking on uneven surfaces
- Bring glasses if needed for reading or viewing details
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your spot. Morning tours offer cooler temperatures and smaller groups.
