Guided Tours

Berlin Wall on Bernauer Strasse Guided Tour

Immerse yourself in a riveting 2-hour journey through the Berlin Wall's past, complete with visits to iconic sites and riveting Cold War stories.

Highlights

Step into the past on this 2-hour guided tour of the Berlin Wall's former route, unearthing tales of the Cold War in Germany.
Led by a seasoned guide, explore iconic sites like the 'ghost station' Nordbahnhof and Bernauer Strasse, teeming with history.
Immerse yourself in the attractions of the Wall's era, including a symbolic rye field representing successful escapees and Tunnel 57.
Gain insights into the Wall's impact, as your guide shares stories of daring leaps, tragically fallen heroes and political intrigue.

Inclusions

2-hour tour of Berlin Wall
Expert English-speaking guide

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Walking through history in Berlin

On a 2-hour tour of Germany's past around the Berlin Wall, witness the eerie Nordbahnhof, once a vibrant hub, now known as the "ghost station" due to its silencing after the Wall's construction. Led by a seasoned guide, you'll navigate significant sites of the Wall's former route, including a symbolic rye field packed with 14,000 plants, each representing a successful escapee from East Germany.

Stories from the Cold War

Traverse the death strip to a demolished church, its ruins still whispering stories of the tragic past. The tour continues along Bernauer Strasse, synonymous with heart-rending separations and daring escapes. Discover the remarkable Tunnel 57 and the spot where guard Conrad Schuhmann leaped over the Wall, embodying the human spirit's resilience. The tour concludes at Schwedter Straße, the very spot where the Wall fell, signaling hope and reunification. Spiced with intriguing anecdotes, including how an unplanned nap led to the premature opening of borders, this immersive experience interweaves history and humanity, leaving you with a deep understanding of a turbulent era.

Know before you go

Accessibility

Mobility: This tour is not wheelchair, pram/stroller accessible.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Wall Kiosk | Spätkauf | Lateshop.
Address: Elisabeth-Schwarzhaupt-Platz, 10115 Berlin, Germany.
Landmark: Berlin Nordbahnhof (exit/entrance Julie-Wolfthorn-Straße): At the stairs.

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Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Berlin Nordbahnhof. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.
Board bus 247 to get you there.

By Train

The closest train station is Berlin Nordbahnhof. It is a quick 2- minute walk to the meeting point.
Board train lines S1, S2, and more to get you there.