Private tour in Berlin Hilke G

Berlin City Sightseeing for first timers: Full Day Tour with a contemporary witness!

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Hilke G.

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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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Overview of your Berlin tour

Living here since I was a young student in the mid-eighties (with short breaks staying in Italy, Romania and USA) I love to share my personal memories with you and describe the special circumstances staying in the divided city, the glorious moment of the fall of the Wall and the none too easy transition to unification. Berlin is a unique place in Germany and I really want that you get a feel for it. With my special expertise in history and art we can focus on that. But don't worry, I won't overload you with numbers and dates. My goal is that you get an idea of what happened when and most important why. Complex structures and processes define the past as the presence. Making it comprehensive without oversimplifying is my objective. In a full day walking tour we'll see most of the important sights and there is always time to take pictures. I will show you my favourite little hidden corners, f. ex. in the Parliament area, and details in the urban setting.

Your Berlin tour itinerary

Starting at your hotel, we can visit: - The Boulevard Under the Linden and the historical city center: Forum Fridericianum, the Museum Island, the Palace square, the Humboldt Forum (outside) - The former Jewish quarter with the New Synagogue (outside) and little courtyards - The Brandenburg Gate - The new government quarter - The new Potsdamer Platz area - Former Hitler's bunker area and the former quarter of national socialist institutions and ministries, part of it is the exhibition site "Topography of Terror" (outside) - A piece of the Wall and the famous former checkpoint between East and West, "Checkpoint Charlie" - Using public transport we can add the longest painted piece of the Wall called East Side Gallery or the Wall Memorial Bernauer Straße This tour is flexible. If you would like to focus on something else, f. ex. on my favourite subjects architecture, art, street art, immigration, my neighbourhood Kreuzberg, fashion and food please let me know.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour. - For 9,50 Euro per person we can use the public transport system. - If you prefer to rent a vehicle please let me know. The additional cost depends on the number of people.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Airport, hotel, accommodation, sights

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
3281
Languages
Italian
German
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
4.9

Traveller reviews for this private tour in Berlin

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This private tour in Berlin is perfect for first-time visitors who want to explore the city's rich history and culture. It's also ideal for those interested in history, art, and architecture, as Hilke G. shares personal memories and insights from living in Berlin since the mid-eighties. The tour is flexible and can be tailored to focus on specific interests like architecture, art, street art, immigration, fashion, and food.

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Hours icon 8 hours
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