Explore Berlin’s past and present on a walking tour through Mitte, the city’s historic centre. You will walk along the Berlin Wall and stroll down Unter den Linden to the Brandenburg Gate. Along the way you will see the Reichstag and the Holocaust Memorial, and you will hear the story behind Checkpoint Charlie. The route also includes the Topography of Terror museum, so you can learn about that site in context as you move through the city.
Your guide will link these monuments, buildings and memorials to Berlin’s complex Prussian, Imperial, Nazi and Cold War past, weaving those threads into a clear narrative. As you compare these historical sights with the city’s more recent developments, you will pass modern areas such as Potsdamer Platz and Friedrichstrasse, which provide a striking contrast to the older landmarks. This tour balances street-level views and explained history to help you understand how Berlin’s layers of past and present fit together.
Why Visit
- Local guide tying monuments to Prussian, Imperial, Nazi and Cold War history
- Berlin Wall and Unter den Linden route to Brandenburg Gate
- Reichstag and Holocaust Memorial included on the walking route
- Checkpoint Charlie with contextual history at the Topography of Terror museum
- Potsdamer Platz and Friedrichstrasse contrasted with historic sites
What's included
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Accessibility
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible to strollers
- Service animals welcome
- Public transit links nearby
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You must be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.