The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals in Berlin
Berlin, Germany

The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals

Outty Ranking 80 4.9 · 210 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $141

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80/100

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4.9/5

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Is The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals worth booking?

The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals is a 4-hour experience in Berlin, Germany, from $141 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 210 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
80 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (210)
Duration
4 hours
From
$141 per person

It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Berlin through WWII Private Tour. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving y

What you get

    About this experience

    It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Berlin through WWII Private Tour. Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book. Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like Reichstag building, Checkpoint Charlie and Museum Island Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Berlin. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time! Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

    What's included

    Included

    • CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
    • Private guide

    Not included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Entrance to attractions not included (we will visit them from outside)

    What you'll see and do

    1. Museum Island

      The Museum Island is a museum complex on the northern part of the Spree Island in the historic heart of Berlin. It is one of the most visited sights of Germany's capital and one of the most important museum sites in Europe.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Reichstag Building

      The Reichstag is a historic building in Berlin, Germany, constructed to house the Imperial Government of the German Empire. It was opened in 1894 and housed the Government until 1933, when it was severely damaged after being set on fire

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Checkpoint Charlie

      Checkpoint Charlie was the best-known Berlin Wall crossing point between East Berlin and West Berlin during the Cold War, as named by the Western Allies

      30 minutes here

    4. Berlin

      Check out main landmarks related to the theme of your history tour and connect their relevance through fantastic stories and facts from your expert local host

      120 minutes here

    5. Stiftung Neue Synagoge Berlin - Centrum Judaicum

      Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by without stopping

    6. Brandenburg Gate

      Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. Palace of Tears

      Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by without stopping

    9. Bebelplatz

      Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by without stopping

    10. Wilhelmstrasse

      Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by without stopping

    11. Fuhrerbunker

      Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Berlin

    Your host will meet you outside the Main Entrance of ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Your host will meet you outside the Main Entrance of ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt

    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
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Withlocals

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 210 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    8 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    210 verified traveler reviews for The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    E1424MHjohnm · August 2026

    History of Berlin - WWll. Tour

    The WWll Walking tour was fantastic! Seth did an outstanding job taking us through the history of the war in Berlin! Make sure you ask for Seth, a historian in his own right. Seth presentation kept my wife and I engaged for the 4 hour tour. He allowed us to set the walking pace which was great! I highly recommend this tour if you are looking for a strong historical perspective.

    via Tripadvisor

    RussellArons · November 2025

    Betty Brings Berlin’s History to Life

    Our excellent guide, Betty, made this an enlightening and informative experience. She was extremely knowledgeable about WWII, the Cold War and Berlin’s evolution as a city. During the walk through the streets, she kept us engaged and entertained. A must-do tour!

    via Tripadvisor

    Nestor_A · August 2025

    Excellent guide very...

    Excellent guide very engaging and passionate. Loved this tour, fascinating and very interesting, highly recommend!

    via Viator

    joycegL1113WX · June 2025

    Amazing Guide!

    Betty is such an amazing amazing guide! She is super passionate and sympathetic about everything - would recommend this walking tour to all who came to Berlin and wants to know more abt the history and hidden gem of Berlin.

    via Tripadvisor

    longball4 · January 2025

    Great tour through the historic sites of Berlin

    We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Boyd through the streets of Berlin. He was a wealth of knowledge and a World War II history buff. So we fit right in. We asked him to show us how the trains work and how to get from point A to point B. We learned a lot from our walks amongst historical sites and monuments. We ended up at a food hall that had some of the best pasta ever tasted. Who knew? so thanks again, Boyd and we’ll see you when we pass through here again. Lee & Kathy

    via Tripadvisor

    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
    $141 to $239
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    74
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 80

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)73
    Booking momentum (14% weight)69
    Value for money (12% weight)60
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)72
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Berlin.

    How much does The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals cost?

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    Prices start at $141 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 The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals 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 The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 210 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 The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals?

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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 The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals 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 The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals?

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    Around 74 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 The History of Berlin: WWII PRIVATE Walking Tour With Locals 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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    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.

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