Berlin History & Highlights

Berlin’s 20th century in just 2.5 hours — a private tour through the city’s highlights.

What we’ll see

  • Brandenburg Gate
  • The Reichstag
  • Soviet War Memorial
  • Holocaust Memorial
  • Hitler’s Bunker
  • Johann Georg Elser Memorial
  • 17th June Memorial 
  • Topography of Terror
  • The Berlin Wall
  • Checkpoint Charlie

€250

Per private group up to 10 people

  • 24-hour cancellation policy
  • Led by an expert guide

Please note: Availability can be limited during peak season. Booking early is recommended.

Have a question before you book? Simply contact me!

Tour details

Time

Choose your start time

Start point

In front of the Hotel Adlon near the Brandenburg Gate

Transport

Walking

Language

English (other languages available)

Duration

2.5 hours

Group size

Up to 10 people

Included

Expert, architect-trained guide

Excluded

Gratuities for your guide

Who is this tour for?

This tour is ideal for:

  • First-time visitors to Berlin
  • Travellers interested in 20th century history (WWII, the Nazi era, and the Cold War)
  • Small groups and couples wanting a private, unhurried experience
  • Anyone who wants context, not just a list of sights

This tour is probably not the best fit for:

  • Visitors who have already covered the highlights of Berlin on a tour
  • People looking for a fast, checklist-style tour

What is the experience like?

This tour is designed for first-time visitors who want to understand Berlin, not just photograph it. Over 2.5 hours we walk through the landmarks that defined the 20th century and connect them into a single story that makes the city make sense.

The pace is relaxed, with time to stop, look, and ask questions. I give recommendations for places to eat and explore along the way, so you leave with more than just history.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes! This tour is designed specifically with first-timers in mind. We cover the essential sites and connect them into a coherent story, so you leave with a real understanding of the city rather than just a list of landmarks visited.

This tour is €250 for a private group of up to 10 people. The price is the same regardless of if there are 2 or 10 people.

The tour starts in front of the Hotel Adlon on Unter den Linden. This is easy to reach by U-Bahn and S-Bahn and is right in the heart of the historic centre. You guide will have a name badge.

The tour is entirely on foot and covers roughly 3-4km at a relaxed pace, with a break included. It’s suitable for most fitness levels. The route is flat and wheelchair accessible.

This tour is available in English. If you would like to participate in another language, I work with a network of guides and can organise tours in other languages. Simply get in touch!

The tour runs in all weather. I’ll do my best to incorporate sheltered stops on wet days. I’d recommend bringing a light rain jacket just in case.

Yes! This tour accommodates up to 10 people. For larger groups please get in touch directly so that I can prepare for your group.

Questions? Looking for something a bit different? Get in touch!