East Berlin and Cold War 2-hour walking tour

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During this 2-hour walking tour, you'll learn about Berlin Wall, you'll experience a time when Berlin was divided into the capitalist West and the communist East. Uncover the secrets of old communist Berlin with an expert guide. Explore life in East Germany, where neighbors were encouraged to spy on one another, and escape across the Berlin Wall was a deadly temptation.Since Germany reunified, the signs of the old East have slowly but surely been disappearing. You can ask the guide, tough questions about the secret police, you can see where escape tunnels beneath the Wall were built, and experience the history of a country that no longer exists.You'll visit Berlin Wall Memorial, the Church of Reconciliation, “Tunnel 57”, the Fall of the Berlin Wall, the “Death Strip”, The TV Tower, the “Ghost Stations”, the Stasi, and remains of the Berlin Wall.
Highlights
- Learn more about life in East Berlin during the Cold War
- Listen to stories about the secret police and escape attempts
- Get a guided tour of the Berlin Wall Memorial at Bernauer Straße
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Activity package
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Guided tour
Not included
- Ticket for public transport
Where you'll meet
Meet your guide in front of Starbucks at the Hackescher Markt.
Operated by
ORIGINAL BERLIN WALKS
Important information
* This tour is suitable for wheelchair users
* Please note that you will need an AB day pass for public transport
* Children (age 0-11) can enter for free and must be accompanied by an adult