3 Hour Berlin Private Cultural and Historical Driving Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Berlin, Germany
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Embark on a comprehensive driving tour of Berlin with an expert guide, covering the city's major highlights and hidden gems over its 800-year history. From its medieval origins to the industrialization and Imperial expansion of the 19th century, to its iconic place in 20th-century events and its modern nightlife.

See the Victory Column in the Tiergarten. A monument to honor the Prussian victories over Austria, France, and Denmark, situated in the 200-acre park that was once the royal hunting grounds. From the Brandenburg Gate and the magnificent Reichstag (parliament), you'll see famous shopping street Kurfürstendamm and the Kaiser Memorial Church. Then drive down the tree-lined Unter Linden Boulevard to see the majestic UNESCO-listed Museum Island, Berlin Palace, and Cathedral.

Stop at the somber Holocaust Memorial and Bebelplatz where the 1933 book burnings happened. Explore the East Side Gallery, Berlin Wall, and Checkpoint Charlie, the most powerful symbols of the Cold War era.

What's included

  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Checkpoint Charlie
  • Victory Column and Tiergarten
  • Holocaust Memorial and Berlin Wall remains
  • All the mentioned highlights
  • Private expert english-speaking guide
  • East side gallery and Kreuzburg
  • Private chauffeur
  • Tips and gratuities

What to expect

  1. Victory Column
    5m
    See Victory Column in the Tiergarten, commemorating Prussian victories over Denmark, Austria and France.
  2. Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
    10m
    See the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and learn about the context to World War I and the fall of the Prussian royal family.
  3. Museum Island
    45m
    Visit the spectacular UNESCO-listed Museum Island with its five museums on the River Spree, as well as Berlin’s Palace, now host to the Humboldt Museum, beautiful Berlin Cathedral, the iconic Brandenburg Gate and the imposing Reichstag (Parliament) among other sites, like the Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin’s most beautiful square.
  4. Gendarmenmarkt
    20m
    Don't miss Berlin’s most beautiful square.
  5. Topography of Terror
    30m
    Sites of World War Two: Berlin played a central role as Hitler’s capital city. Visit the Topography of Terror, the location of Hitler’s bunker and historic Bebelplatz - home to the Forum Fridericianum (german state opera), St Hedwig's Cathedral, Royal library, Humboldt university - and is where the infamous 1933 book burning happened.
  6. The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
    20m
    It was in a borough of Berlin that Nazi officials plotted and planned the “Final Solution”. This manifested as the Holocaust, during which millions of Jewish people were deported to the death camps. You will see the memorial dedicated to the 6 million murdered Jews of Europe.
  7. Checkpoint Charlie
    10m
    Berlin was at the epicenter of Cold War era division and espionage. Stop by Checkpoint Charlie to learn more.
  8. Karl-Marx-Allee
    Pass by
    Drive through the iconic Karl Marx Allee.
  9. East Side Gallery
    20m
    You’ll learn about Cold War-era espionage and the division of East and West at Checkpoint Charlie, the remains of the Berlin Wall, and the political street art of the East Side Gallery.

    After its turbulent past, today’s Berlin is one of the world’s best-loved cities. Each stop on your tour holds the secrets and stories that unlock a deeper understanding of this complex, beautiful city.
  10. Kreuzberg
    20m
    Modern Berlin: explore trendy Kreuzburg, famous for its alternative nightlife scene, Kurfürstendamm, Berlin’s famous shopping street formerly the center of West Berlin, Potsdam Square and other landmarks like the Glass Cube.
  11. Pass by
    Your private tour ends at the Brandeburg Gate.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your accommodation in Berlin city center

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended
  • Tours run rain or shine. We recommend coming prepared if rainy weather is expected.
  • The itinerary described above is a suggested order of the various experiences. These may vary according to your personal requests or preferred starting time.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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