Small Group Jewish History Walking Tour
East Berlin, Berlin
Learn about life for the Jewish population in Berlin over the centuries, from emancipation and assimilation to the devastation wrought by Nazi rule. Visit the Jewish Berlin sites that really matter.
Jewish Berlin Walking Tour
This 4-hour walking tour explores Berlin's Jewish history from the Enlightenment to the Holocaust, suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Walk through Berlin's Jewish Quarter
- Jewish Berlin from the Enlightenment to the Holocaust
- Learn about Mendelssohn and Einstein
- Discover Berlin's contemporary Jewish community
- Explore Hackescher Markt and Hackesche Höfe
Description
Berlin’s Jewish history spans from the Enlightenment era through the Holocaust to its present-day revival. This tour reveals the stories of influential Jewish figures and important sites in the city.
Discover how Moses Mendelssohn and Albert Einstein contributed to intellectual and cultural developments amid a history marked by anti-Semitism and persecution. The tour includes the New Synagogue, whose history reflects the broader Jewish experience before, during, and after Nazi rule.
Visit locations where non-Jewish Berliners risked their lives to protect Jewish neighbors, such as the Workshop for the Blind. See the ancient Jewish Cemetery where Mendelssohn is buried, and learn about his role in philosophy and Jewish heritage.
Follow the footsteps of working-class Jewish immigrants, hear about women who aspired to become Rabbis, and understand various perspectives on Jewish identity in Berlin.
Includes
- 4-hour tour with an English-speaking guide
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
- Public transport tickets
Important Information
- The tour operates rain or shine.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance and wear comfortable shoes. The best time to visit is during daylight hours for easier access to all sites.
