Berlin Wall Tour: Cold War and Berlin Wall Experience
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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.
The period following World War II left Germany divided and eventually lead to the forming of East and West Germany. Nowhere is this more apparent than in Berlin.
Dive into the history of the Cold War and the Berlin Wall! Our Berlin Wall Tour offers a unique perspective on the divided city. Learn how the Wall was built, what life was like on both sides, and how it eventually fell.
Our expert guides will take you to historical landmarks such as Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Wall Memorial, and other significant sites. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers!
How does this activity work?
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?
We also look at the many varied and ingenious ways people escaped and visit a number of the specific escape spots.
We will see the complexities of the memorialization of the Wall and how the division of Germany and Berlin still impacts the country today.
- The Berlin Wall Memorial
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Wall Fragment on Niederkirchnerstrasse
- Stories and history of escapes
- Former House of the Ministries
- Watch Tower on Erna-Berger Straße
- Potsdamer Platz
- So much More
Who should definitely take part?
This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, tourists, and curious travelers eager to learn about the Cold War and the Berlin Wall.
We have public tours available, but you can also book this tour as a private group (dates on request).
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What to bring?
- Comfortable shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Camera for photos (optional)
What is included?
- Guided tour by local experts
- Visits to all major landmarks, e.g. Berlin Wall Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, Watch Tower, Potsdamer Platz
- Fascinating stories and anecdotes
- Insider knowledge about Berlin’s history
Birchys Berlin Tours
Welcome to Birchy’s Berlin Tours. Our goal is to create offers for tourists and Berliners alike that can’t be found anywhere else.
