Mark J.United States
This is an excellent opportunity to see some of Berlin’s most famous museums. Hilke did a great job of taking us to the highlights of the museum.
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Private tour in Berlin Hilke G
Berlin Art and Culture Tour: With an art historian!
4.6
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3 hours
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Hilke G.
4.9
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Working as a certified Berlin guide for over 30 years I'm very happy to share with you my experience as a contemporary witness of life in the divided city, the amazing fall of the wall and all the changes that took and take place here in Berlin, this fantastic city with a fabulous variety of sights, museums, art galleries, shops, clubs and pubs. I studied in Berlin, Rome, Paris and Washington, graduated in art history, german history and literature, and published two books, one of them about the turkish immigrants in Berlin. Since I started to work as a certified guide in the late 80s it's a big pleasure to meet people from all over the world here in Berlin. I can offer you a program aimed at your individual interests and needs and accompany you to unusual places for an unusually normal price. You have the choice between a general overview or a theme orientated exploration of the city. Either by bus, limousine, public transport, taxi, by bicycle or to foot: You determine the form of transport. Wether for two hours or more, a day or a week, there are plenty of things to discover. A visit to Potsdam is also worthwhile. This small city with its quaint historical city center also offers an array of beautiful parks and royal palaces that belong to the UNESCO world cultural heritage. Excursions outside of Berlin are also on the agenda, for example a visit to the huge lift lock in Niederfinow, or to the royal palace in Rheinsberg or to the Spreeforest, a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. An insight into the extraordinary steer you towards the ideas behind the obvious. Always competent and always witty. Graduated in art history, german history and literature Official guide-license for Memorial Concentration Camp Sachsenhausen Park Sanssouci Member of the Bundesverband der Gästeführer Deutschlands (BVGD, Federal Association of Guides in Germany) Owner of the EU-standardized BVGD-Certificate DIN EN Member of the Association of Berlin Guides, Verband der Berliner Stadtführer, Berlin Guide e.V. Editor and writer of several books/articles about Berlin topics I don't drive but I can hire a licensed driver for you.
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Enjoy with me the beautiful World Cultural Heritage in Germany's capital in this express tour.
Overview of your Berlin tour
A great experience is a visit to the fantastic museums on Berlin's so-called Museum Island, part of the World Cultural Heritage and one of my favourite places in the city. The development of all the museums here reflects new ideas in philosophy, science and politics since the early 19th century. Objects from the Near East, like the Nefertiti bust and the Ishtar Gate, are the most famous ones in the Pergamon Museum and the Neues Museum. It's interesting to know their significance. The cultural heritage is so rich! At the same time, today players in the cultural world started to discuss the role of colonialism and questions of restitution. I'm happy to share my thoughts on this with you. Germany is known for its romantic movement in the arts. A big amount of the most famous paintings of this time, mostly by Caspar David Friedrich, are on display to admire in the nearby Old National Gallery. We would have enough time to visit this museum, too, if we focus on the main three/four objects in the other museum
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Regina J.United States
Our Art guide was fantastic in Berlin, and tailored the tour to what we were most interested in seeing. Great experience and can highly recommend!
Patricia T.United States
Hilke was prompt and met us in the hotel lobby. We toured three museums and used taxis to expediate our journey. Her recommendation for a late lunch break was perfect. She was helpful to point out the highlights of the Neues Museum which was our final destination after the Altes Museum and the Gemalde Galerie. When I had a question about a particular painting, she kindly pursued more information by using her phone. She walked us back to our hotel and guided us to where we could buy refreshments locally.
Micheal H.United States
Hilke was knowledgeable & fun. We have done many tours with TBL and this was one of the best. We came away with a better understanding of World & German Cultures. Hilke was attentive to our pre tour questions & confirmed final details before the tour. She arrived early at our designated meeting site. Always a plus. This was a great tour of the highlights of Museum Island. Coming to Berlin? Book this tour
Elena S.United States
Great guide and great tour. We have learned a lot and really enjoyed the tour.
Frank S.United States
We had a wonderful day with Hilke on Museum Island. This lady really knows her history. I had read a significant amount of art history in my university days, so I can say with confidence Hilke is extremely competent in this area. She was very thoughtful and very generous with her time. She picked us up at our hotel and we finished the tour on Museum Island. After recommending additional sites, she took great care to make sure we understood the way to our hotel.
Your Berlin tour itinerary
The Pergamon Museum will be closed for the next years. A 360° painted version of the Pergamon Altar and Masterpieces from this Ancient Metropolis are shown in "Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama. " - Neues Museum, where we can visit the Egyptian Queen Nefertiti. Its famous bust as a lot of other remarkable objects of ancient times can be discovered in this fantastically restored building by David Chipperfield. - Altes Museum with roman and etruscan sculptures or the painting gallery Alte Nationalgalerie, Old National Gallery, focusing on the arts of the 1800s. I am more than willing to customize this tour according to your preferences, please contact me for a customized tour
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking.
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. 24 Euro museum tickets
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Tastings
Equipment
Classes Workshop
Meeting location
Berlin, Berlin, Germany
We would meet directly at the Museum Island. If you prefer I can pick you up at the hotel
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
History
Museums
Tour reference number
3315
Languages
Italian
German
EnglishActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
4.6
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Who is this private tour in Berlin best suited for?
This private tour in Berlin is perfect for art and culture enthusiasts who want to explore the World Cultural Heritage sites with an expert. It's also ideal for those interested in history, philosophy, and the arts, particularly the romantic movement and its famous paintings by artists like Caspar David Friedrich. The tour is suitable for families, including kids, and is wheelchair accessible.
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3 hours
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