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East Berlin History Tour with a Local Expert: 100% Personalized & Private

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Together with our local host, you’ll discover the history of East Berlin, weaving together its past and present identity by visiting profound landmarks like Tränenpalast, Checkpoint Charlie, and more contemporary spaces like the East Side Gallery. You’ll explore the historic landmarks of this famous area, see where the Berlin Wall fell and discover some secret spots like local flea markets and independent bookstores which have all contributed to the reshaping of an area once characterized only by the scars of WWII.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

What's Included

  • 3 hours with your host
  • Walking experience
  • Private and personalised experience
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
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Reichstagufer
101Berlin, Germany

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What To Expect

Palace of Tears (Pass By)

Join one of our history-loving hosts as you gear up to get lost in East Berlin’s old and new weaving together its past at profound landmarks like TränenpalastIMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
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Brandenburg Gate (Pass By)

Visit modern places and historic sites like the Holocaust Memorial, Brandenburg Gate and other historic landmarks that tell the stories of WWII and the Cold War - the choice is yours.IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
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Potsdamer Platz (Pass By)

See East Berlin in all its creative glory by exploring Potsdamer Platz.IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
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Checkpoint Charlie (Pass By)

Experience the evolution of this neighborhood as you explore its secret spots and landmarks like Checkpoint Charlie with your host.IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
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East Side Gallery (Pass By)

Visit the East Side Gallery and get recommendations for other things to do in the area and hear stories only a local would know.IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, tastes and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the East Berlin History Tour with a Local Expert: 100% Personalized & Private?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the East Berlin History Tour with a Local Expert: 100% Personalized & Private?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • 3 hours with your host.
  • Walking experience.
  • Private and personalised experience.
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location).
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Tickets to any attractions.
  • Transportation costs.
  • Gratuities (optional).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the East Berlin History Tour with a Local Expert: 100% Personalized & Private is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for East Berlin History Tour with a Local Expert: 100% Personalized & Private will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • 3 hours with your host
  • Walking experience
  • Private and personalised experience
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, tastes and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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