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Dark Berlin Criminal Tour

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Overview

In Alt - Berlin the history of the city presents itself from its most splendid and best side. But urban life always had dark sides too.

With your certified guide, you will follow the traces of Berlin's criminal history from the end of the 19th century to the present day.

The walking tour takes you to original locations and arrives at surprising locations with incredible stories of violence, death, betrayal, greed and passion. You will not only be captivated by tragic stories today, but also comedy and bizarre things that inspire laughter and amusement.

Find out today why organized crime had gained the upper hand in Berlin. Extortion of protection money, prostitution and receiving stolen goods were the main sources of income.

You will learn today from your guide how the Berlin criminal police achieved world fame. You will be surprised at the location of the police headquarters.

The first banking scandal .....

What's Included

  • Guided tour with a certified guide

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz 1/
    10178 Berlin, Germany

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    End point

    10178 Berlin
    Germany

    At the Red City Hall entrance with direct access to the underground.

    What To Expect

    Volksbuhne Berlin

    On August 9, 1931, a gruesome crime took place here. The later Minister for State Security of the GDR and his buddy shot two police officers here. Find out today the background that led to this crime ...
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Scheunenviertel

    The Scheunenviertel in the 1920s was filled with exhausted, shabbily clad factory workers coming home from their shift. Brightly made-up hookers in short, tight skirts and even tighter blouses, honest office managers with worn jackets, high-water trousers and socks that are too short, workers who have chatted with friends over a beer, as well as crooks and pimps ...
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Alexanderplatz

    The place is affectionately called "Alex" by Berliners. Today you can find out how the square got its name and how a gang of young people was able to terrify the whole city during the war years.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Alexa

    Today the shopping center invites you to shop and linger. Few people still know which building was here in the pre-war years and why this led to world fame and high esteem ...
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Littenstraße

    The district court of Berlin Mitte is located here today. Today you will get to know one of the most famous defense attorneys of the 1920s in Berlin, who was totally impressed by Lola .....
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Rotes Rathaus

    The first banking scandal in Berlin's history occurred in the 1920s. Find out today the background to this scandal, in which the mayor was involved ...
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dark Berlin Criminal Tour?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-151503P15

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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