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Hitler to Stalin - WWII & Cold War Tour (Small Group)

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Overview

See more than your average tourist and walk the streets where history was written, guided by passionate historians who breathe life into the past.

Explore the complex tales of World War II, experience the tangible strain of the Cold War, and establish a profound emotional connection with the spirit of a city that has seen both human achievements and tragedies.

When you walk Berlin with us, you discover its soul.

Highlights of the tour:
Brandenburg Gate:
The Reichstag
Berlin Wall
Memorial to the Holocaust
Checkpoint Charlie

Learning Objectives:
Acquire a thorough grasp of Berlin's crucial function in World War II and the Cold War.
Honour Berliners' unwavering spirit and tenacity during some of the most trying times in history.
Grasp the global significance of Berlin's partition and eventual unification by exploring the events that led to these developments.
Identify and relate to Berlin's important historical landmarks.

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What's Included

  • Exclusive Small Group Tour
  • ‘Then & Now’ photographs & Maps
  • Accessible Tour

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Pariser Platz
    10117 Berlin, Germany

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    End point

    Friedrichstraße
    10117 Berlin, Germany

    What To Expect

    Brandenburg Gate

    The Brandenburg Gate is a monument in Berlin that was built by Frederick William II in the 18th century. It was originally located on the site of a former city gate. It is in the western part of Berlin, close to Mitte, and is at the intersection of Ebertstrae and Unter den Linden. The main intersection between the Pariser Platz and the Reichstag building is the gate. The Brandenburg Gate was often a site of major historical events throughout its existence. Today, it is considered a symbol of European unity and peace.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Reichstag Building

    The Reichstag is a historic building in Berlin. It houses the Bundestag, Germany's lower house of parliament. The Reichstag was built to house the Imperial Diet, which was the German Empire's political body. It was opened in 1894, and it remained there until 1933 when it was destroyed by fire. Following the Second World War, it was badly damaged. It was then completely restored in 1999.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Soviet Memorial Tiergarten

    The Soviet War Memorial in Berlin is one of the many war monuments in the German capital. The Soviet Union erected it in 1945 to commemorate the soldiers of the Soviet Armed Forces, who died in the Battle of Berlin. The memorial is located in the Groer Tiergarten. It is located on the northwest corner of the city's east-west Straße des 17.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe

    In 1999, a memorial site was established for the murdered Jews of Europe. Architect Peter Eisenman designed the site.For the Memorial, Eisenman placed over 2711 concrete slabs on a site that measured 19,000 square meters. Its uneven concrete floor gives visitors a moment of uncertainty or even giddiness. Its openness and abstractness allow one to confront the topic in their own personal way.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Fuhrerbunker

    The Fhrerbunker was an air-raid shelter built in Berlin during World War II. It was the last of the Fuhrer's headquarters. On January 16, 1945, Hitler took over the Fhrerbunker. He married Eva Braun on April 29, 1945, less than 40 hours before their suicide. The old Chancellery buildings were levelled by the Soviets, while the new ones were built. The underground complex remained mostly undisturbed until 1988.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Embassy of the Republic of Korea

    The embassy of the Democratic People' Republic of Korea in Berlin is located in the district Glinkastrae 5 in the city's Mitte area.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Denkmal zur Erinnerung an den Aufstand des 17. Juni 1953

    The June 17, 1953, uprising, which was the first major challenge to the communist regime after the war was suppressed by the Soviet Union's tanks. About 15,000 people were arrested following the incident.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Memorial of the Berlin Wall

    The Berlin Wall Memorial commemorates the division of Berlin by the Berlin Wall and the deaths that occurred there.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Checkpoint Charlie

    The most famous place where the Berlin Wall separated East and West Berlin during the Cold War (1947–1991) was called Checkpoint Charlie (or "Checkpoint C") by the Western Allies.
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    20 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
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hitler to Stalin – WWII & Cold War Tour (Small Group)?

    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).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

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

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    Activity code: C-105940P5

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    • Exclusive Small Group Tour
    • ‘Then & Now’ photographs & Maps
    • Accessible Tour
    • Expert Tour Guide

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are 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
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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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).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • 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.

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