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The Communist Berlin & Berlin Wall Tour

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Overview

Walk the Wall. Hear the Spies. Feel the Divide.

Step into Cold War Berlin with us on this eye-opening 2-hour free walking tour that dives deep into one of the most dramatic chapters in modern history. From spy games to secret police, from brave escapes to brutal crackdowns, this isn’t your average history lesson — it’s the real, raw story of a city once split in two.

We’ll take you from the Brandenburg Gate to the haunting Palace of Tears, exploring key landmarks that shaped life behind (and beyond) the Iron Curtain. Stand at the Berlin Wall Memorial, where stories of hope, courage, and heartbreak still echo.

Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about Berlin’s divided past, you’ll leave this tour with a powerful new perspective on the people who lived it — and the city that rose from it.

What's Included

  • Local English speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

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Pariser Platz
10117 Berlin, Germany

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10115 Berlin
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What To Expect

Brandenburg Gate (Pass By)

Beginning near the Brandenburg Gate, this walking tour will take you on an exploration of East Berlin to reveal how the city’s former Soviet sector became the front line of the Cold War.
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Consular Section of the Embassy of the Russian Federation

Stop to see what was the Soviet (and is now the Russian Federation) Embassy - only a short distance from where the American Embassy in East Berlin once stood.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Stasimuseum

Discover the chilling world of the Stasi, the most feared intelligence agency of its time. They didn’t just listen in on phone calls—they collected smells, bugged homes, and kept entire families under surveillance. Would you have been watched?
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palace of Tears

See the Palace of Tears, which used to be the crossing point between East and West Berlin.Your expert guide will share with you insightful information about how several families were suddenly divided when the Berlin wall was built in 1961.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Berlin Wall Memorial

Trace the path of the Berlin Wall and discover the lives of those who lived behind the Iron Curtain.Learn how the two-wall system (with the Death Strip in the middle) functioned and hear the stories of those who tragically died trying to go over the Wall.
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30 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
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children under the age of 13 may join free, however, please note that some content may not be suitable for younger guests
  • The independent guides who employ us to market their tours have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Communist Berlin & Berlin Wall 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Communist Berlin & Berlin Wall Tour?
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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:
  • Local English speaking guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Food and drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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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 The Communist Berlin & Berlin Wall Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Communist Berlin & Berlin Wall Tour 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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  • Local English speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children under the age of 13 may join free, however, please note that some content may not be suitable for younger guests
  • The independent guides who employ us to market their tours have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, comfortable shoes are recommended
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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