Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War
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Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War is a 2-hour experience in Berlin, Germany, from $25 per person. It scores 97 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Peak Performance”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6,131 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 97 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6,131)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $25 per person
Join our award winning tour and discover Berlin’s dramatic 20th-century history on a guided walking tour of the city’s most important Third Reich and Cold War sites. Visit iconic landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate
What you get
About this experience
Join our award winning tour and discover Berlin’s dramatic 20th-century history on a guided walking tour of the city’s most important Third Reich and Cold War sites. Visit iconic landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, and the Soviet War Memorial, while learning about the final days of World War II and the division of Berlin that followed. Reflect at the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, a powerful tribute to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Stand above the site of Hitler’s Bunker, see the former Ministry of Aviation, where the East German state was founded in 1949, and explore the grounds of the former Gestapo and SS headquarters, today home to the Topography of Terror exhibition. Learn about the construction of the Berlin Wall, the heavily guarded “death strip,” and the daring escape attempts made by those seeking freedom. The tour concludes at Checkpoint Charlie, where you’ll hear the story of the Wall’s fall in 1989 and Germany’s reunification.
What's included
Included
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- Walking Tour in English
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Brandenburg Gate
Start the tour at the Brandenburger Gate and learn why this monument is the symbol of the reunfied Germany.
15 minutes here
Reichstag Building
Experience the house of parliament and hear why this building encapsulates Berlin and German history over the last 100 years. Hear the story of the Reichstag fire in 1933 and how Hitler used the building during his dictatorship.
10 minutes here
Soviet Memorial Tiergarten
See Soviet T34/76 tanks and field artillery from WW2 at the Soviet war memorial in the Tiergarten
7 minutes here
Victory Column
See the Victory column and learn why Albert Speer moved it from it's original location to the new site. Also learn about Albert Speer's plans for the new capital city of the world, Germania, which would have been the new name for Berlin if the Nazi's were successful in winning WW2
Pass by without stopping
The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Walk through this immense memorial dedicated to the murdered Jews of Europe
10 minutes here
Fuhrerbunker
Stand above Hitler's bunker listening to your guide inform you about the last days of WW2 and Hitler's suicide in the bunker on April 30th 1945 and how the Germans come to terms with this destructive past today.
10 minutes here
Wlak the length of Hermann Goerings Airforce ministry, which was also the location where East Germany (GDR) was proclaimed in 1949.
5 minutes here
Topography of Terror
See the site where the infamous Nazi insitiutions, the SS, Gestapo and the SD had their headqurters in Nazi Germany, whch today houses the Topography of Terror exhibition which teaches us about the heinous crimes these people perpetrated during WW2
15 minutes here
See a huge piece of the Berlin Wall and hear stories of people escaping over the Wall and what happened to those people who tried, but didn't make it. Learn about life on both sides of the Wall East Berlin and West Berlin
7 minutes here
Checkpoint Charlie
End the tour at Checkpoint Charlie, the most famous of the checkpoints through the Berlin Wall. Hear about the Soviet vs USA tank standoff on this street in 1961. Learn how the Berlin Wall came down on the fateful night 9th Novemeber 1989. End the tour by discovering how successful reunification has been over the last 30 plus years.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Berlin
Meet in front of the Tourist Information office at the Brandenburg Gate. Look out for the guide with the pink umbrella!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Insider Tour Berlin
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IMPORTANT: Meet 15 minutes before the tour begins in front of the Tourist Information office at the Brandenburg Gate (Pariser Platz side). Look out for the guide with the pink umbrella!
- This tour is offered in English only
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6,109 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
6,109 verified traveler reviews for Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fascinating walking tour of Berlin -- the Third Reich and Cold War
Fantastic walking tour. Our guide (Ben) was extremely knowledgeable and interesting, filling the tour with great details and stories. We highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Berlin.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour
Callum was a brilliant guide. His knowledge was exceptional, even with our random unscripted questions. Sprinkled with a little Irish humour the tour was the perfect blend of education, information and amusement. Also Callum gave great tips for authentic Berlin. Thanks Callum!
via Tripadvisor
Glen was great
Glen did an amazing tour for us and he was clear and fun to listen to, highly recommend the tour.
via Tripadvisor
Really good
Very good, informative and friendly. Callum was our guide and was fantastic. Would highly recommend this.
Response from the operator: Thank you for this wonderful piece of feedback. We’re very happy that you enjoyed your time with your guide and the experience as a whole. Reviews like yours help future visitors feel confident about joining us too. We hope every destination ahead is just as enjoyable. Safe travels, Insider Tour
via Tripadvisor
Excellent
Jasper our guide was brilliant. Very knowledgeable, nice paced walk, encouraged questions and conversation. Would highly recommend. Easy to find start point. Jasper made sure everyone knew how to navigate from end point.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the glowing feedback. We’re delighted that you found the tour both interesting and enjoyable. Berlin is an incredible city and we love sharing its stories. We hope you’ll come back and explore even more one day. Thanks and all the best, Insider Tour
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2,146
- Verdict
- Peak Performance
Why this scores 97
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Berlin.
How much does Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War cost?
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Prices start at $25 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Berlin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Berlin is not rushed.
Is Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 97 out of 100, which we label "Peak Performance". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6,131 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Berlin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War?
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Around 2,146 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Berlin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Berlin and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Berlin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Berlin?
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On Outty we rank every Berlin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Communist East Berlin and Berlin Wall Small Group Walking Tour, Sachsenhausen concentration camp., Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Berlin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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