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Explore The Berlin Wall: Cold War Berlin and Behind the Berlin Wall

Str. des 17. Juni 106-108, 10623 Berlin, Germany

The Berlin Wall and the Divided City. Join us on this one of a kind New Berlin Cold War Tour and Behind the Berlin Wall. This tour is designed by local experts and professionals and the only of its kind!

Cancellation policy

Review the supplier policy below before booking.

Duration 3 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, German

Group size

1–18 travelers

Full description

 Whilst not the highest, the widest nor the longest, the Berlin Wall is probably the most famous of them all. And no trip to Berlin would be complete without visiting it and the other significant sites associated with it.

We will cover the fascinating period between the Second World War and the construction of the Berlin Wall when the uncomfortable alliance between the Soviets and Western Allies finally shattered, heralding the beginning of the Cold War.

what led to the construction of the wall?

what led to its fall?

what life was like on both sides of the Berlin Wall?

• Also we look and the many varied and ingenious ways people escaped and and visit a number of the specific escape spots.
• Our Guides have lead hundreds of tours on the Berlin Wall and Cold War and we have molded this tour from years of tour guiding experience and personal research. Whether you are a history buff yourself or just a curious traveler, we don’t think you will be disappointed. We will cover the Who, the Why, the When and the how and see how this history is relevant today

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Guided Berlin Wall & Cold War walking tour
  • Expert local guide specializing in Cold War history and divided Berlin
  • Flexible start time
  • Visits to key Berlin Wall and Cold War sites, such as:
  • Berlin Wall Memorial (Bernauer Straße)
  • Former death strip and border installations
  • Guard towers and escape route locations
  • Chapel of Reconciliation
  • Historic East–West border crossings
  • In-depth storytelling, covering:
  • Why the Wall was built in 1961
  • Life in East vs. West Berlin
  • Surveillance, informants, and the Stasi state
  • Escape attempts, successes, and tragedies
  • The fall of the Wall in 1989 and its legacy today
  • Small-group experience 
  • Tour runs rain or shine

Not included

  • Hotel pickup or drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Important information

Meeting point

Str. des 17. Juni 106-108, 10623 Berlin, Germany

Don’t forget

Confirmation will be received at time of booking Animals or pets allowed Covers political repression, surveillance, and loss of life Focuses on human stories, not just concrete and maps Most travelers can participate Near public transportation Service animals allowed Stroller accessible Surfaces are wheelchair accessible This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 24 hours before start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

Your host

VE

Verified Local Host

With GetExperience since 2026

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