
Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 96 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour worth booking?
Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour is a 4-hour experience in Berlin, Germany, from $22 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 96 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (96)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $22 per person
Join us on an unforgettable guided tour to Sachsenhausen, one of the most significant Holocaust memorial sites and a former Nazi concentration camp. This experience offers deep and respectful insight into the history and daily life within the camp, helping you understand the atrocities and resilience of those who suffered here. Our meeting point is Alexanderplatz, where you will be welcomed by an expert local guide. From there, we’ll embark on a scenic train ride to Sachsenhausen. Upon arrival, you will explore key sites of the camp, including the infamous Tower A, bearing the haunting “Arbeit macht frei” sign. We will walk through barracks 38 and 39, where Jewish prisoners were held, visit the punishment cells, the infirmary, and the morgue. You’ll also see the kitchen, now transformed into a museum, and the remains of Station Z. At the end of the tour, you have the option to return to Berlin with the group or stay longer to explore at your own pace.
What you get
About this experience
Join us on an unforgettable guided tour to Sachsenhausen, one of the most significant Holocaust memorial sites and a former Nazi concentration camp. This experience offers deep and respectful insight into the history and daily life within the camp, helping you understand the atrocities and resilience of those who suffered here. Our meeting point is Alexanderplatz, where you will be welcomed by an expert local guide. From there, we’ll embark on a scenic train ride to Sachsenhausen. Upon arrival, you will explore key sites of the camp, including the infamous Tower A, bearing the haunting “Arbeit macht frei” sign. We will walk through barracks 38 and 39, where Jewish prisoners were held, visit the punishment cells, the infirmary, and the morgue. You’ll also see the kitchen, now transformed into a museum, and the remains of Station Z. At the end of the tour, you have the option to return to Berlin with the group or stay longer to explore at your own pace.
What's included
Included
- Expert guide accompanying you from Berlin
- Admission to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
- Guided tour of the concentration camp and memorial
Not included
- Train tickets (It is necessary to buy the ABC train ticket in advance)
What you'll see and do
Begin your tour meeting your guide at Alexandreplatz, next to the World Clock. Ride to the Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum in Oranienburg.
Pass by without stopping
Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen
We will understand the complex history of this place through the different monuments that, for different ideologies and at different times, have been placed at the memorial. Our guides will approach the subject matter of the visit with the utmost respect for the victims.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Berlin
Your guide will be waiting next to the World Time Clock at Alexandreplatz. They will be wearing their Buendía accreditation.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Your guide will be waiting next to the World Time Clock at Alexandreplatz. They will be wearing their Buendía accreditation.
Options you can book
German tour
English Tour
Spanish tour
French tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Buendía
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is necessary to buy the ABC train ticket in advance)
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 92 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
92 verified traveler reviews for Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent tour
Highly recommend this tour. Maria was our guide and she is so knowledgeable and relays all the information so well. I learnt more from her than any other thing I’ve done in Berlin, it is a relatively short tour but was adequate time to see much of the camp. The bus ride was in a lovely new coach and was very relaxing. I definitely recommend this tour. Especially if it’s with Maria.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Our guide, Richard, was so knowledgeable and made it a very memorable experience. I was traveling solo and he made the group feel very comfortable, getting to know us as well.
via Viator
Amazingly informative and thought provoking
It’s definitely one of the most educational experiences I’ve had yet! Ismael was our guide, just amazing! We got lost on our way to the meeting point because of transport that didn’t work and Alva helped us connect with the grupo. I would definitely repeat this!
via Viator
Berlin Sachsenhausen’s tour
This is an intense experience that people must have. Imagining what would have happened around those times can be overwhelming and numbing. Our tour guide Beny was informative and objective about the story and the place ! He was good at what he was doing It’s an experience which is humbling and unmissable.
via Tripadvisor
Provoking day
Allow for the travel time for your days plans as well as the time for the tour, especially if you wanted to stay on and look around the camp more. Pete was a very informative guide giving us lots of interesting side bits of information as we made our journey to and around the camp.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $22 to $25
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 34
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Buendía, who run 42 experiences we rank across 15 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.8.
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Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Berlin.
How much does Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour cost?
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Prices start at $22 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: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 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: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 96 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Berlin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour?
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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: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour?
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Around 34 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour 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 Berlin's Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War, Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour, Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems. 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour?
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Included: Expert guide accompanying you from Berlin; Admission to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp; and Guided tour of the concentration camp and memorial. Not included: Train tickets (It is necessary to buy the ABC train ticket in advance). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour?
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Your guide will be waiting next to the World Time Clock at Alexandreplatz. They will be wearing their Buendía accreditation. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour?
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Across 96 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Berlin: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including German tour, English Tour, Spanish tour, French tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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