Within the six hours of this private Berlin Highlights tour, you will discover the city’s major and many minor sights – focusing on the central historic Mitte district and the five grand squares – the Lustgarten, Bebelplatz, Gendarmenmarkt, Wilhelmplatz & Pariser Platz – that dominate the area.
This historical adventure returns all the way back to Berlin’s beginnings in the swamplands of Brandenburg, through Prussian imperialism and the raucous years of the Weimar Republic, to the countless tragedies of the Second World War, the intrigue and espionage of the Cold War, the ecstasy of German Reunification, to the vibrant capital that is today’s Berlin.
Ideal for first time visitors or anyone looking to find their feet in the German capital, not only does this tour offer a nuanced overview of the milestone events of the city’s complex history but also provides an intimate orientation of the important locations across the city. Leaving you more than just well-versed in the facts & figures but also confident and capable of exploring the city further.