<i>Willkommen in Berlin!</i> Chock full of world-class museums, bustling night life, fashion, art, design and music, Berlin is Germany's undisputed culture capital. Make the most of your time here with a personal Berlin tour. Your local guide is eager to share the very best of their city with you, so you leave understanding more about this city's fascinating place in 20th century history.

See the Reichstag and the Brandenburg Gate, monuments to the city's turbulent past. Visit the Eastside Gallery - the longest remaining remnant of the Berlin Wall is also the world's biggest outdoor art canvas. Nearby is the Checkpoint Charlie Museum, once the infamous tower that symbolized Cold War tensions between the East and West.

Discover the many facets of the German capital at your own pace with a friendly and knowledgeable local companion, on your private Berlin tour.

Berlin

The Berlin History Tour - Private Van Tour | 6 hours | Max Group Size: 6

If you're newly arriving in Berlin and looking to get to grips with the city and its unique history over the space of a steady six hour tour - this is what you're looking for.

To remove Berlin from the European story would leave many questions unanswerable; eras have begun and ended here; events served as catalysts to the great turning points in history. Germany's doomed involvement in World War One; the city's status as the nerve centre of Hitler's Third Reich; Berlin carved up and occupied on the frontline of the Cold War conflict; the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall; the reunification of Germany with Berlin as the country's capital.

To walk the streets of this city is to be confronted with history at every turn.

This Berlin Highlights Private Van Tour takes you through the milestones of Berlin past and present. Covering the major sights and stories behind them.

This tour can also easily be tailored to your own interest in the city to include certain historical themes/areas of the city!

Private Transportation Example (Mercedes Benz Viano)

Including the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, and much more

There is no city like Berlin, which is famous for its past and its present alike. A day in Berlin with me is the ideal introduction to the complicated often conflicting world of historic and contemporary Germany. I live since 1987 in Berlin and I keep on learning and researching about the amazing history of this city. Theatrics are alien to me, I am concerned with facts, with imparting knowledge.

Let me tell you about the circumstances that caused two World Wars and show you their traces in the city until today. Come with me and discover Berlin's historical classics as we wander through the city's modern central district. I will guide you through the Enlightenment, the glory of 19c Germany, the downward spiral of the Nazi era, the post war division then recovery and brings you to today.

The Berlin Wall Memorial in the Bernauerstrasse

Central Memorial of the Federal Republic of Germany for the Victims of War and Tyranny

Let me show you the places where history was made in the ambivalent but fascinating city

Half Day Berlins Highlights Tour

Berlin is a city full of history. Partly I have experienced this very closely. My first Berlin experience dates from the time of the Cold War. At that time we visited the part of the family that had to live in the GDR in East Berlin. I can bring the history of the Cold War to life with my own stories, for example at the Berlin Wall memorial. I personally experienced the upheavals after the fall of the Wall. I do live in Berlin since 1992.
The development of the architectural changes at Potsdamer Platz, for example, have always fascinated me. Of course, I also like to show you the lively neighborhoods where I go to restaurants, visit exhibitions or go shopping. Berlin was as well the capital of Nazi Germany. This phase has left traces that are unique and still have an impact in the cityscape today.
To make a long story short: after this tour you will have a perfect overview of the city. So you have the means to discover Berlin in more detail on your own.

Your first time in Berlin? Join me as an experienced guide to get an overview of the vibrant city Berlin.

Berlin Overview - Express Tour

Berlin Behind The Screen with Private Luxury Car & Driver

Go beyond the typical tourist sites and explore Berlin's multicultural scene with a true Berliner, and professional tour guide with a doctoral degree. Experience creative street art, a beautiful park-turned Thai-eaterie, Nazi-era buildings next to Germany's oldest mosque, and get to know the "real" Berlin that few visitors get to see!

While Reichstag, East Side Gallery or Holocaust Memorial are very important to check out, there is so much more to explore in Berlin than that! Plus- history has a way of following you around in this city, no matter where you go!

Let's go off the beaten track and criss-cross the city by car, through areas such as Wilmersdorf, Kreuzkölln, and Kreuzberg. This truly is the most efficient way to see Berlin's edgy side and its beautiful side!

You can get a first-hand insight about the local lifestyle. On Tuesdays and Fridays, the tour also includes a trip to the Turkish Market, an outdoor bazaar on the banks of the beautiful Landwehr canal, that makes you think we're in Marrake

Entrance to a turn-of-the-century apartment building on beautiful Rüdesheimer Platz

Berlin's oldest mosque, going back to the mid-1920s

The only surviving wing of the once grand Fränkel Quai Synagogue from 1916. The synagogue is still in use today and plans have been finalized to reconstruct what was destroyed during the Night of Pogroms in November 1938 and during WW2. Note: The columns painted in the colours of Israel.

Your off-the-beaten track tour of Berlin and its hidden treasures in comfort and style.

Potsdam Full-Day Tour - World Cultural Heritage Site

You will love this former baroque military town, surrounded by water. This UNESCO World Heritage jewel situated south-west of Berlin is absolutely unique and breathtaking with its landscape of palaces and gardens and array of architectural styles which reflect the inclinations and tendencies of the former kings and their time.

The most famous palace being Sanssouci meaning "no worries". This was designed by Frederick the Great, the multitalented and genius son of an abusive father and one of the most essential and respected thinkers and military leaders of his time.

We will get into the complexity of this fascinating personality as we move through the palaces and gardens from one photo opportunity to the next.

Discover Cecilienhof, venue of the Potsdam Conference where Churchill, Stalin, and Truman decided upon the fate of Europe and the world after WWII, the place where the term "iron curtain" was first uttered.

A well-deserved break awaits us in the original Dutch quarter.

Let's explore together Palaces and Gardens with its breathtaking views in this day-trip from Berlin

Potsdam: Prussian glory and Cold War History

Whenever I get the chance, I drive out from Berlin to Potsdam. On weekends, when the weather is nice, there is nothing better to relax. The former residence city of the Prussian kings captivates you with its mix of history and culture, nestled in forests, beautiful park landscapes and refreshing lakes.
Enjoy a private sightseeing tour in Potsdam - let me take you across the famous spy bridge and then plunge into the private world of Frederick the Great and his Sanssouci Palace and Park! I would like to take you to Cecilienhof Palace as well, famous for the Potsdam Conference in 1945.
Potsdam - the jewel at the gates of Berlin - jokingly called "Prussia's Disneyland", was indeed conceived as "Prussia's Arcadia".
The drive from Berlin to Potsdam is in itself an exhilarating experience: whether you take the "neighborhood-route" through the plush suburbs of Grunewald or Dahlem, or the "nature-route" along the Havel River, you will be amazed at the unexpected scenery, all of it within the city limits!

A day trip like a short vacation of culture, history and nature

Potsdam: Baroque City and Sanssouci Palace - Day-Trip from Berlin

Discover the beautiful baroque city of Potsdam that was enhanced with charming palaces and gardens for the Prussian Kings and German Emperors.

Enjoy the splendor of an 18th century court as you walk the rooms and palace grounds of Sanssouci, the magnificent summer residence of King Frederick II.

See Cecilienhof Palace where Truman, Churchill and Stalin held their closing conference of World War II and negotiated the Potsdam Agreement.

Cross the famous Bridge of Spies that connects Berlin with Potsdam and its cultural landscape, recognized as a UNESCO world cultural heritage since 1990.

Once a royal resort, Potsdam today invites visitors to participate in the splendor of the 18th century.

Let's explore magnificient Royal Gardens & the famous Site of the 1945 Truman, Churchill, Stalin Summit

Berlin - Big Round Trip - Full-Day Tour (6h)

My best tour for your first visit to Berlin!

You've never been to Berlin? Soon you'll feel at home, after getting a good grip on the city with me. Being a passionate Berliner for almost three decades now, I know my way around. This is the perfect tour for a view of all major highlights and plenty of ideas for further visits in the days to follow, on your own or with me as your guide.

Berlin is so rich in history, mostly the 20th century - let me show you history on site. As a city guide with 28 years' experience, I will adjust the tour to your very interests, to your pace, and your taste. We'll combine driving, walking, coffee time, and lunch just as you please.

Let's get together for a special day in Berlin in this City Sightseeing experience

Discover the Highlights of Potsdam - Day Trip from Berlin (Chauffeured VIP Tour)

Potsdam used to be a royal residency of Prussia and Germany as well as of the Great Elector from the 17th century. This tour will give a comprehensive picture of history, politics, as well as military affairs.

Potsdam is one of Germany's most beautiful cities. We will visit Sanssouci Palace and its park and have a look at the New Palace where Germany's last emperor, William II. , used to spend his summers. Moreover, we will visit Cecilienhof Palace, where the Potsdam Conference took place in summer 1945. Other highlights will be a walk in Potsdam's historical city center, the Dutch Quarter, and the Alexandrowka. You will also never forget that you will have passed the Glienicker Brücke ("Bridge of Spies").

Please, note: Sanssouci Palace and Cecilienhof Palace are closed on Mondays. However, if you plan to do the tour on a Monday, we could visit the New Palais (closed on Tuesdays).

Tickets for audio guide tours at Sanssouci Palace and Cecilienhof Palace.

Visit with me the UNESCO World Heritage: Royal Prussia and enlighten yourself with its World War II History

The Parks & Palaces Of Potsdam - The Glory Of Prussia Tour | 6 Hours - Day Trip from Berlin

Home to the opulent summer residences of the Prussian kings & German emperors, Potsdam is flush with regal splendour and tranquil sculpted parks and gardens.

A city of kings and emperors, often referred to as Berlin's equivalent of Versailles, Potsdam housed Prussia's royal House of Hohenzollern (lit: 'High-Taxer') family on the edge of Berlin until the fall of imperialism in 1918. Although the city did not make it out of the Second World War unscathed, it retains much of its old world splendour - visible in its luscious lakeside parks, castles, and its charming historical centre.

This tour is a relaxing day out from Berlin to this beautiful city, boasting architectural wonders of Baroque, Rococo & Neo-Classical style. Beyond the famous Sanssouci Palace, constructed by Frederick the Great in 1747, we will also have time to visit the Cecilienhof Palace - site of the 1945 Potsdam Conference attended by Truman, Stalin and Churchill

Private van transportation for this tour includes a professional chauffeur and either a Mercedes Benz V-class or Volkswagen Caravelle series vehicle - spacious, air conditioned and perfect for exploring Berlin and beyond.

The neo-Gothic style Schloss Babelsberg - where German Emperor Wilhelm I resided during his time as crown prince.

The Chinese Tea House in Park Sansoucci - representative of the Chinoiserie style of the 1700s

Frederick the Great's philosopher's retreat - Schloss Sanssouci - the modest jewel in the Prussian crowning ensemble of palaces in Potsdam

A glimpse inside the picture gallery entrance to Schloss Sanssouci - Frederick the Great's palace in Potsdam

Explore the parks & palaces of the former Prussian royal city of Potsdam

Full day Flexible Berlin Tour with a Chauffeur and Minivan

This is your day not only to discover the history of Berlin, which is everywhere but also to experience its vibrant and dynamic present.

By going through the showplaces of the city's surprising origins and its imperial Prussian past, you will uncover the different layers of history as they emerge. Going all the way from the Brandenburg Gate, the former headquarters of the Gestapo and the SS to the remains of the Berlin Wall, CheckPoint Charlie, and more.

Getting in and out of the minivan, we will stop to take pictures, stroll over squares, discovering unusual gems off the beaten path as move from one photo opportunity to the next.

Have fun literally getting a taste and feel of everyday Berlin as we explore some of its more unusual and unexpected corners and unique neighborhoods.

Don't worry about getting exhausted and hungry because we will have a break at one of the many super interesting cafés or restaurants to assimilate and discuss what we have seen.

At the end of the day, you will know Berlin!

Immerse yourself into the intense and moving history of the 20th century!

The "ArchitekTour" is intended for everyone who is interested in architecture in general and especially in architectural developments in Berlin.
The twentieth century changed nearly all cities, but perhaps none more so than Berlin. From its destruction in World War II that left few historic buildings intact to its division until 1989 that brought together the architecture of two competing ideologies into one city, Berlin's modern and contemporary architecture speaks to a past that seldom accompanies such recent additions. The city is filled with new and wonderful architecture that might not have found space in other cities in Europe.

As a witness to many construction projects, I offer you a very personal insight into the development of the street scene. In addition, we take a brief look into the future and see which architectural projects should be driven forward and completed in the next few years.
Of course, there is enough time between the individual stations for interesting discussions and questions.

The new part of the German History Museum designed by I.M.Pei

The Jewish Museum designed by Daniel Libeskind

James Simon Gallery designed by David Chipperfield

Discover with me the main attractions and historical places of the fascinating city

Half Day Berlin Architecture Tour

On this tour, we'll see differences and similarities between former East and West. Some of those differences are still very visible but there are also similarities between the different boroughs.
We'll talk about Prussian era, WW-II, former GDR times and Berlin Today.
You'll get to know the city as a Berliner.

Finding hidden places and forgotten pieces of the Berlin Wall.

Finding impressive works of modern art and enjoying them while they last.

Discovering new sites in world famous buildings.

Impressive works of art portraying Berlin history.

Join me and take a look at Berlin then and now, the differences and similarities between the different boroughs.

Berlin Alternative - Half-Day Tour

Taste Berlin - Get the Feeling of the Vibrant City - Full-Day Tour

Relax and listen to the fascinating and changeful history from Prussian kings to the Weimar Republic. Explore with me all major sights of Berlin and the past will come alive:
Would you like to join me in exploring the movie-film site of "Babylon Berlin" and get inspired by its "Roaring Twenties"? At the same time, we will learn how national socialism slowly spread and the Weimar Republic came to an end.

Would you like to know more about the "Third Reich"? I invite you to visit one of the remaining bunkers. Learn about what life meant under the Hitler Regime for Jews and common people.
We will also turn to more recent history and I will answer all the questions about the wall. How did it happen that it was built, how life in the divided city continued, and finally did the wall came really down by accident?

Grown-up and raised in former East Berlin I offer you my first-hand impressions about East and West joining each other. And last but not least why are so many young people attracted by the city!

Let's explore us more than just the Highlights of Berlin

Memorial Former Concentration Camp Sachsenhausen - Half-Day Tour from Berlin

Learn about the place of horror.

Not far away from Berlin, in the town of Oranienburg, the concentration camp Sachsenhausen was located. It had a special function within the cruel terror system of the Nazis. This tour takes you to the place, where the crimes of the Nazis are even today directly to experience.

Moreover, we are trying to give answers to questions like What was everyday life in the camp? How did the Nazis make their dictatorship work? How did the German society at that time, how does it handle today this past? Nowadays the historical site serves as "Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen". It aims at increasing the awareness of the importance of freedom and democracy.

One way drive from Berlin is approx. 45 minutes. That gives you about up to 2, 5 hours at the site. Due to my experience more is actually not to bear.

Entrace gate to the former Concentration Camp Sachsenhausen

Central memorial to the victims of former Concentration Camp Sachsenhausen

Let me be your guide to one of the darkest chapters in German history

Nazis in Berlin: my special topic - World War II Full-Day Tour with van (6h)

From 1933 to 1945, Berlin was the capital of Nazi Germany. Let me show you where Hitler, Goering, Goebbels, Himmler, and Heydrich conceived some of mankind's biggest crimes.

See some of the architecture of megalomania built by Speer, such as Tempelhof Airport. I'll show you where Jesse Owens's gold medals duped the Fuehrer in the Olympics 1936. With our van, we can cover Nazi history spread all over the city, combining driving and walking parts, just as you please.

I'm an expert of National Socialist and Jewish History of Berlin, striving to convey this darkest chapter of German history in a sensitive, informative way. I'm experienced in guiding Holocaust Studies tours in Berlin, also to Krakow and Auschwitz or Prague.

Also view the visit to Memorial Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp #6375, my Jewish Berlin: my main topic - Full-Day Tour, tour #6381 and the 20th Century Walk, #15255.

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