
Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour
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Is Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour worth booking?
Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in Berlin, Germany, from $29 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $29 per person
Explore the West Berlin haunts of legendary writers Joseph Roth, Walter Benjamin, Vicki Baum, Irmgard Keun and many others, and learn more about the history and impact of Berlin literature. This tour visits the sites of
What you get
About this experience
Explore the West Berlin haunts of legendary writers Joseph Roth, Walter Benjamin, Vicki Baum, Irmgard Keun and many others, and learn more about the history and impact of Berlin literature. This tour visits the sites of legendary bars and café when the area around Ku’damm was the epicentre of Berlin publishing in the Weimar Republic and the stories of those who frequented them, and loops back through Kantstrasse in the 1960s and 1980 when the area again was home to a new generation of writing rebels escaping conservative West Germany to the frontier city of Berlin. Ever wanted to know why Kurt Tucholsky had a “book bar” and where Jörg Fauser went to bed with Kommune 1?
What's included
Included
- Admission to Romanisches Cafe exhibition and small surprises.
Not included
- Tea and coffee
What you'll see and do
Europa-Center
We will finish the our at the Romanisches Cafe exhibition in Europa-Center
30 minutes here
Our first stop is the Stolperstein of John Hoexter here.
10 minutes here
We will also talk about the artistic legacy of the whole area, including film, visual art and music.
5 minutes here
Walter-Benjamin-Platz
We will talk about legendary philosopher and writer Walter Benjamin, and why the architecture of the square named after him does not really represent his legacy.
10 minutes here
We will also stop at this legendary haunt of Iggy Pop and David Bowie.
10 minutes here
Savignyplatz
Looping back to Bahnhof Zoo via Savignyplatz and Kantstrasse, we discover what West Berlin writers were active here in the 1970s and80s.
5 minutes here
We will talk about the impact of hotel writing on Weimar and world literature, exemplified by the works of Joseph Roth and Vicki Baum.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Berlin
Meetingpoint is at the "Normaluhr" in front of Bahnhof Zoo station.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meetingpoint is at the "Normaluhr" in front of Bahnhof Zoo station.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Marcel Krueger
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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
facinating walk with a friend thru history. you will know Berlin - the real Berlin
real smart, imformative fun personal guide Marcel - knows stuff about every part of Berlin life from the 1870's to yesterday. Not out of a can but a real person telling about the city he lovesThis tour focus on the area where most German writers of the last century lived and played. You get a real sense of Berlin yesterday and today. The tour is way Under priced for all you get.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour, not to miss !
Wonderful man’s very interesting tour with the exceptionally knowledgeable Marcel ! It’s ever so intriguing to walk on the steps of the personalities chosen and who loved and flourished in the area. Thank you Marcel and looking forward to reading your book 😍
via Tripadvisor
This tour is a real gem!
As a city guide living in Berlin, I’m always interested in tours that offer a different perspective on the city, and Marcel’s literary tour definitely does that! It’s a fascinating journey through places that were home to Berlin’s literary scene around the buzzing pre-war City West of the Weimar Republic to the rebellious writers in the West-Berlin of the 60s and 80s. Marcel brings the stories of authors like Joseph Roth, Walter Benjamin, and Kurt Tucholsky to life Whether you’re a Berliner or just visiting, this tour is a real gem. I highly recommend it!
via Tripadvisor
West Berlin comes alive!
Marcel curated this tour for a group of writers in town for the European Writing Salon. We walked all around the most "sanitized" looking parts of West Berlin, and Marcel's narration and historical photos allowed us to see it all with new eyes. It was especially powerful to learn about that history as writers in this current political moment. Marcel kept the tour fast-paced and interesting while at the same time in-depth and nuanced. Would highly recommend to anyone who loves literary history and who thinks West Berlin is just a boring outdoor shopping mall :)
via Tripadvisor
History and Literature in West Berlin
This was a brilliant walking tour; one that made me feel like I was right there in one of the famous Berlin cafes in the 1930s, writing and working alongside some of the best and most impactful artists and writers in Europe. What I loved about this tour was not only the history and the interesting cultural and political movements that Marcel so thoroughly covered, but the fact that he would stop and read us some of the work that was written, read, and appreciated in the very neighborhoods in which we were standing. It was a truly special experience. Thank you, Marcel!
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
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Berlin.
How much does Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $29 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 Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour 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 Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 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 Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking 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 Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour 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 Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour?
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Around 2 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 Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking 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, Communist East Berlin and Berlin Wall Small Group Walking Tour, Sachsenhausen concentration camp.. 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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