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Potsdam, City of Kings: Private Walking Tour

New To The Site! Berlin, Germany

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6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Potsdam was a city of kings – a German Versaille where the Hohenzollern monarchy of Prussia constructed lavish palaces in which they could spend their summers. It was also the setting for the Potsdam Conference, where geopolitical giants Josef Stalin, Harry Truman and Winston Churchill met in the summer of 1945 to seal the post-war fate of Germany and Europe.

This 6-hour walking tour takes you to the heart of Potsdam's UNESCO-listed palace gardens to experience the pomp and grandeur of Prussia and explore the origins of the Cold War. You professional, local guide will provide an in-depth commentary throughout and lead you through lavish gardens, past myriad architectural gems, over the 'Bridge of Spies', and much more. Please note that his tour does not include inside visits to Potsdam palaces. For palace interiors, we recommend our 8-hour private tour with dedicated time for visits.

What's Included

  • Private local professional tour guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Public transportation tickets (approx. 9EUR per person to be paid on the spot)
  • Food & drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Our tour guide will pick you up at a desired location and time.

What To Expect

Sanssouci Palace

Climb through the tiered vineyard up to Frederick the Great's iconic summer palace, and visit the grave of Prussia's most famous monarch to learn how he became a legend. Palace admission will need to be booked prior to your visit – we're happy to help you organize your booking.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Schloss Cecilienhof

Stand where Truman, Churchill and Stalin stood, when they met to shape the fate of post-war Germany and Europe at the Potsdam Conference.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glienicke Bridge

Cross the 'Bridge of Spies', from West Berlin into East Germany, where the US and USSR swapped captured agents during the Cold War.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinesisches Haus (Chinese House)

See where Frederick the Great would entertain his summer guests when they picnicked in the grounds of the Sanssouci Gardens, and marvel at one of the first and finest examples of 18th century 'chinoiserie' in Germany.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Potsdam Friedenskirche

Explore the private church of the Prussian monarchy, and descend into the crypts to visit the graves of Frederick William IV and his wife Elizabeth, queen of Prussia and former princess of Bavaria.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Marmorpalais

Gaze out over the Heiligen See (the 'Holy Lake') and take in stunning views of Frederick William II's Marble Palace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor)

Walk beneath the towering arch of Potsdam's Brandenburg Gate – built to celebrate the Prussian triumphs in the three Silesian Wars, and predating Berlin's Brandenburg Gate by roughly 20 years.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dutch Quarter

Wander through the close-set streets of picturesque, red-brick houses in the Dutch Quarter and learn how Dutch craftsmen were drawn to Potsdam in the early 18th century to contribute to the expansion of the then garrison town.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nauen Gate

Pass beneath another of Potsdam former city gates, built to designs created by Frederick the Great and the first example of British Gothic Revivalist architecture appearing in Germany.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Potsdam, City of Kings: Private Walking Tour?

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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  • Private local professional tour guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Public transportation tickets (approx. 9EUR per person to be paid on the spot)
  • Food & drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Free Cancellation

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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).

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