Best Walking Tours in Berlin

Discover the beauty of Berlin on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Berlin by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Berlin

Discover Berlin Half-Day Walking Tour in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8804 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.90

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Uncover Berlin's past and present on this enlightening 4-hour walking tour through Mitte, the city’s historic center. Walk along the Berlin Wall, stroll down Unter den Linden to Brandenburg Gate, see the Reichstag and Holocaust Memorial, hear the story behind Checkpoint Charlie and learn about the Topography of Terror museum. Listen as your guide ties important monuments, buildings and memorials to the city’s complex Prussian, Imperial, Nazi and Cold War past, weaving history into a detailed narrative. Compare these historical sights with modern marvels such as Potsdamer Platz and Friedrichstrasse.

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Berlin Third Reich and Cold War 2-Hour Walking Tour  in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (3732 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.78

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Discover Berlin's tumultuous modern history on a guided walking tour of its most significant Third Reich and Cold War sites. Visit iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, and Soviet War Memorial. Reflect at the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, a poignant tribute to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust/Shoah. See the site of Hitler’s Bunker and the massive Ministry of Aviation, where the GDR was founded in 1949. Explore the former Gestapo and SS headquarters, now home to the Topography of Terror exhibition. Learn about the Berlin Wall, constructed in 1961, and hear stories of the deadly "death strip." View a preserved 200-meter section of the Wall and the spots where daring escapes occurred, as well as tales of those who tragically did not succeed. Conclude at Checkpoint Charlie and hear about the fall of the Wall in 1989 and the journey to German unity.

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Berlin Highlights and Iconic Sites Walking Tour in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (3675 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.78

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Award-Winning Berlin Walking Tour Uncover Berlin’s dramatic past and vibrant present on this insider’s journey through the city’s most iconic sites and hidden gems. Led by an expert local guide, explore the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, and Checkpoint Charlie, while diving into gripping stories of resilience, defiance, and division. Stand in Bebelplatz, where Nazi book burnings sent shockwaves through history, and stroll across Museum Island, home to Berlin’s cultural treasures. Hear powerful accounts of WWII and the Cold War, from daring escapes to the struggles of life behind the Iron Curtain. This isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a raw, immersive experience that brings Berlin’s past to life while revealing the indomitable spirit that defines the city today.

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Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour  in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (2615 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.78

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Embark on a captivating 3-hour walking tour through Berlin, exploring the pivotal sites tied to the rise and fall of the Nazi regime. Stand above Hitler’s bunker, where the dictator’s life ended in 1945, visit the Soviet War Memorial, a powerful reminder of the brutal final battle for Berlin. Walk along Wilhelmstrasse, where Nazi leaders plotted military campaigns and the subjugation of millions across Europe. See the Reichstag building, where the 1933 fire helped pave the way for the Nazis to dismantle Germany’s democracy and usher in totalitarian rule. Learn how Berliners endured air raids, repression, and the constant fear of living under a dictatorship. Visit Hermann Göring’s former Air Ministry, Joseph Goebbels’ propaganda headquarters, and other important Nazi sites that played a central role in the regime’s operations. This tour offers a deeper understanding of Berlin’s role during World War II, shedding light on both the city’s tragic past and the resilience of its people.

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Cold War Berlin: Espionage, Berlin Wall, and a Divided City in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (924 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.78

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Join this expertly guided walking tour of Berlin and step into the heart of the Cold War conflict that defined an era. Witness firsthand the powerful remnants of the military standoff between the Western and communist worlds. With your knowledgeable guide, explore the Berlin Wall and hidden sections of the deadly Death Strip, stand beside a preserved guard tower, and delve into the mysterious underground 'Ghost Stations'. Stand above the sites of escape tunnels and hear the gripping tales of those who risked everything to create them. Uncover stories of espionage and the intense face-offs between the CIA and KGB in this geopolitical flashpoint. Learn about the influential leaders and pivotal events that kept the world teetering on the edge of nuclear war for decades. Your guide will bring to life what daily existence was like for Berlin’s residents during nearly 45 years of division and tension, and shed light on the far-reaching consequences that continue to shape our world today.

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Berlin's Infamous Third Reich Sites Half-Day Walking Tour in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (810 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.90

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Gain insight into Berlin's Nazi past on this 4-hour walking tour of the infamous Third Reich sites. Accompanied by a historian guide, walk to the ruins of Anhalter Bahnhof, used to deport prisoners to concentrations camps, and see the former Gestapo and SS headquarters and the site of Hitler's bunker. Learn about those who struggled against the Nazi system of terror, and get a fuller, deeper look at the haunting realities of the Holocaust. Your tour will finish before the German parliament building, the Reichstag.

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Berlin Street Art Walking Tour - Off The Grid in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (251 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.90

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Artists tell you the secrets, the history, the techniques, the rules and the personal stories of graffiti and street art in a walk through a city whose walls are canvasses. A comprehensive history of graffiti and its culture. Berlin's air is thick with paint. Its soundtrack is the clack-clack of a spraycan in the night. Tags tell as much of a story as five storey murals, a blast from a high pressured fire extinguisher can be as expressive as a centuries old canvas from a Dutch master. And we know the history and the culture of it all. Let artists themselves show you the sweetest spots and the finest pieces, whilst giving a comprehensive history of urban art in its modern day Mecca. See huge murals, heaven spots and and throw-ups. Learn about trainbombing and tagging, stencils, paste-ups, stickers and everything in between. Tour includes Urban Nation gallery. Covers Kreuzberg, Friedrichshain and Schöneberg.

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 East Berlin and the Berlin Wall 2-Hour Walking Tour  in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (200 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.90

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Learn everything you need to know from an expert Berlin guide on a 2-hour walking tour! Discover how Germany was divided into the capitalist West and the communist East after World War Two. See where Berlin was ripped in two, literally overnight, by the Berlin Wall. Follow the path of the Wall and discover tragic stories of loss, daring escapes, and the nefarious East German secret police, the Stasi.

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Discover Berlin in 2 Hours - Express Tour  in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (81 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.90

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Join us on this informative, entertaining and thought-provoking 2-hour experience and see the essential WWII and Cold War sights in Berlin! Begin at the iconic Brandenburger Tor & Pariser Platz, symbolising unity. Delve into poignant narratives at the Sinti & Roma Memorial and stand before the majestic Reichstag, witness to Germany's political evolution. Learn of the Battle of Berlin at the Soviet War Memorial in Tiergarten, then reflect at the Memorial of the Murdered Jews of Europe. Uncover the site of Hitler's Bunker and modern contrasts like the Finance Ministry. Trace the Berlin Wall remnants and conclude at the famed Checkpoint Charlie. This immersive journey unveils Berlin's resilience and profound historical tapestry in just two hours - a Must Do for history buffs and people with limited time in Berlin!

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Berlin Street Art Walking Tour in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (79 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.90

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Street Art may have been born elsewhere, but Berlin made it its own. Beginning with paintings in the 1960's on the western side of the Berlin Wall and carrying through Berlin’s free-spirited 1990's, street-artists from all over the world have left their mark on the capital. Looking for the hidden corners of Berlin? What’s new, who’s who, and where the freshest and finest works Berlin has to offer will all be covered by the expert street art guides. Explore Berlin's fun and sensational side by joining this tour and making sure your trip has that extra special twist to bring back home with you.

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Gruseltour Berlin Haunted Ghost Walk 90-minute at Berlin Mitte city center in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (77 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.32

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

• Live guide in a costume • Interactive scenes, where the crowd is involved • Infotainment tour about the creepy stories of Berlin • Not your typical tour • Immerse yourself in the dark and scary history of Berlin • 90-minute walking tour

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Berlin's Gay, Lesbian, and Queer Scene Small-Group Walking Tour  in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (67 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 23.90

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

A queer king, a gay mayor, Marlene Dietrich in Blue Angel, David Bowie in the ‘70s, Audre Lorde in the ‘80s: Berlin has long been a magnet for LGBTIQ icons and allies. From the wild days of the 1920s and the dark days of persecution under the Nazis through to the Cold War. Hear about the club scene of the 90s, the unlikely queer icon Frederick the Great, and the life of the openly gay Nazi, Ernst Röhm. Explore world-famous, Schöneberg, once the central district of the sapphic Berlin, home of philosopher and war journalist Erika Mann, chronicled by painter Otto Dix and writer Christopher Isherwood. Discuss the queer community of Berlin and all the communities it intersects with by visiting Kreuzberg, where as far back as the 1600's, many waves of LGBTIQ and immigrant diasporas have come to determine "nobody flees without a reason". On this tour we accept anyone that considers themselves LGBTIQ, an ally, or who’s just plain interested. Everyone is welcome!

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BERLIN FULL in 3.5h (Guide + Headphones) in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (33 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.90

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

On this complete 3.5-hour tour through the heart of Berlin and its medieval neighborhood, you will discover, in a relaxed and enjoyable way, the most emblematic places of the city, with their stories and unknown facts, from its beginnings as a medieval town, walking through its streets. narrow and cobbled, until today, with its nuances of hyper cosmopolitan and diverse capital that it is today, highlighting the most important events in its almost 800 years of life. Meeting point: Azem Bistro, you will see me with a ☂️ multicolored umbrella This tour includes headphones, so you don't miss any of the guide's explanation! I'm waiting for you to discover Berlin together!

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Express Tour Government District plus Visit Reichstag with Dome in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (29 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 20.32

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of German democracy! Visit the impressive Reichstag building with its fascinating plenary hall and breathtaking dome. Get carried away by an experienced Berlin guide who will tell you exciting stories about political Berlin. Not only will you get interesting information, but you will also hear amusing anecdotes that will give you a unique insight into the history of this special city. Admire magnificent buildings, extraordinary works of art and important monuments. After our informative tour you will visit the Reichstag and the impressive dome. From the rooftop terrace and the dome, you can enjoy fantastic views of many of Berlin’s sights – an unforgettable experience. This guided tour is for German-speaking guests. Translations into other languages are not possible.

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Berlin Wall: Greatest Escapes Self-Guided Walking Adventure in Berlin

Berlin , Germany

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (27 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 6.68

 

Relive the gripping stories of those who dared to escape East Berlin during the Cold War. On this thrilling quest, you’ll step into the shoes of a citizen plotting a daring escape across the Berlin Wall. Using your smartphone, you'll solve 11 interactive puzzles as you journey through Berlin’s most iconic and historic sites, including Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Holocaust Memorial. Each challenge brings a new piece of history to life, uncovering real escape stories and hidden corners along the Wall. Walk in the footsteps of those who risked everything for freedom and experience Berlin's powerful history like never before. What makes this tour unique? It’s a self-paced, story-driven adventure that blends Berlin’s most emotional history with real-world exploration and interactive problem-solving. Perfect for history buffs, curious travelers, couples, and families who want to connect deeply with Berlin’s past. Walk, solve, and unlock the courage that shaped a city.

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Local Tips for Berlin

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Berlin at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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