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Top 20 Things To Do in Berlin
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Berlin Travel Guide
Berlin stands as one of Europe's most dynamic cities, where poignant history meets cutting-edge creativity. Walk through the Brandenburg Gate, reflect at the moving Holocaust Memorial, and see remnants of the Berlin Wall that once divided the city. Explore the glass dome of the Reichstag parliament building, then dive into the vibrant street art scene in alternative neighborhoods like Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain. Berlin's cultural scene thrives in converted warehouses, underground clubs, and innovative galleries showcasing contemporary art. Experience the city's famous nightlife—from techno clubs that stay open for days to cozy beer gardens serving traditional German fare. The city's tumultuous past created a resilient, creative spirit evident in its thriving startup scene, diverse food culture, and weekend markets. Berlin rewards curious travelers with authentic experiences around every corner.
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Our expertly curated list of the top experiences, tours, and attractions based on traveler reviews and ratings.
#1
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Small-Group Berlin Wall Bike Tour
5 (17)
Enjoy a 4-hour bike tour along the former Berlin border including stops at the Berlin Wall documentation center, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie , Potsdamer Platz , Topography of Terror, Reichstag , "Palace of tears" and many other interesting places related to the Berlin Wall history.
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Daily First Booking Rickshaw shared Guide Private Driver 90€
5 (11)
Private Rickshaw and driver shared guide, sit back, relax in the Rickshaw while the youngsters ride along with their additional booked bikes and e-scooters. Berlin by Rickshaw is the best practical choice for individuals, groups, and families in Berlin. Our friendly guides are knowledgeable about the city and can offer insider tips. Our experienced guides share fascinating stories with locals and international guests on Berlin rickshaw tours, providing them with valuable insights into the city's history and culture. A fantastic way to fully experience the spirit of Berlin is by Rickshaw. Gain a glimpse of Berlin's rich history and culture, marvel at its spectacular sights, and gain a unique perspective on the city with a private tour. Also for less mobile guests, an ideal tour. In 3.5 hours, we'll take you to the most historical highlights of Berlin-Mitte. We guarantee a informative and unforgettable experience in Berlin. The price includes one Rickshaw occupied by 2 Guests.
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Berlin: Guided Private Bike Tour to Explore the Highlights
5 (12)
Discover Berlin by Bike – Perfect for First-Time Visitors and Locals Alike! Join an exciting cycling tour through Berlin – ideal for newcomers and for anyone who thinks they’ve already seen it all! Enjoy a lively mix of iconic landmarks and fascinating stories that reveal the city’s unique spirit. Start in the centrally located Nikolaiviertel, just a five-minute walk from the TV Tower, and choose your favorite bike from a wide selection. Pedal through Berlin’s heart, past highlights like the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, and along the River Spree to charming hidden corners even locals rarely visit. In roughly three hours, you’ll hear captivating facts and anecdotes about Berlin’s historic center and Prenzlauer Berg (included in the German tour)– a district full of creativity and change. Would you prefer a private tour? Simply call +49 (0)30 2870 4492 to arrange it. Pick your starting time, adjust the route to your wishes, and enjoy a personalized experience made just for you.
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Berlin: Experience Alternative Kreuzberg on a Private Bike Tour
5 (6)
The Alternative Berlin Bike Tour – See Berlin Differently. Ride through vibrant streets and charming corners of Kreuzberg, Friedrichshain, Neukölln, and feel the city’s contemporary culture come alive. Start in Nikolaiviertel, five minutes from the TV Tower. On this 17-kilometer tour, discover creative projects, renovated buildings, and hidden corners along quiet streets and scenic bike paths. See the fascinating contrasts of Berlin’s urban culture – from squatted houses and nightlife to gentrification and social change. Learn how the city reinvented itself after the Berlin Wall, with both gritty and shiny sides. Enjoy the Spree River and Landwehr Canal, with stops every 5–10 minutes where your guide shares stories and insights. This small-group tour of up to 15 people ensures a relaxed, authentic experience. Want a private tour? Call +49 (0)30 2870 4492 to set your starting time, tailor the route, and enjoy a fully private experience.
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#5
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Moonshine Comedy - English Stand Up Comedy by the bay
5 (11)
Moonshine Comedy - English Comedy by the bay on the peninsula Stralau! With a FREE SHOT! It's a great night out in a friendly, warm atmosphere with lots of laughs. 4-5 experienced Comedians share their stories and jokes with a fun crowd. It's also a great place to meet new, cool people, connect and hang out after the show.
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Private Berlin Walking Tour
5 (5)
Embark on an enriching odyssey through the heart of Berlin with our captivating "Essential Berlin" walking tour, where the city's history, culture, and iconic landmarks seamlessly intertwine. Berlin stands as a living testament to the tumultuous events that have shaped 20th-century Europe, making it a nexus of historical significance. From Napoleon's sweeping invasion of Europe to the formation of the German Empire, and from Hitler's ascension to power to the rise and eventual fall of the iron curtain, Berlin's streets have borne witness to pivotal moments that resonate across the continent. Our expert tour guides, well-versed in Berlin's multifaceted history, invite you to delve into this vibrant tour that unveils the profound questions underlying contemporary Europe. “All free men, wherever they may live, are citizens of Berlin, and therefore, as a free man, I take pride in the words "Ich bin ein Berliner!" - John F. Kennedy
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Queer Berlin Tour: Birthplace of LGTBQ Movements
5 (12)
Berlin may rightly be called the birthplace of today’s LGBTQ+ movements. Karl Heinrich Ulrichs, pioneer of the modern Gay Rights Movement, distributed his essays on male-male love as early as 1862. He cleared the path for the world’s first gay magazine, Der Eigene (The Self-Owning), which came out of Berlin in 1897. No wonder that, by the 1920s, a liberal attitude made interwar Weimar Berlin an international magnet for creative individuals, including W.H. Auden and Christopher Isherwood, who authored the novel, Goodbye to Berlin (on which the musical Cabaret is based). In such an dynamic atmosphere, the Institute for Sexual Science was founded by Magnus Hirschfeld, who initiated the first campaign to abolish the legal persecution of homosexuals. This 3-house tour takes you to sites that illuminate Berlin’s many queer trailblazers, while you stroll through Schöneberg, discovering the world’s first gay ghetto.
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Warnemuende Shore Excursion: Berlin Private Sightseeing Tour from Rostock
5 (4)
Venture into Berlin with a private guide on this full day tour to see major attractions, such as "Land of 1000 Lakes," a beautiful region accompanied by astonishing vegetation. Capture amazing photos on an extended tour of Berlin within an air-conditioned, comfortable van. Visit the Memorial Church, KaDeWe department store, Tiergarten, Victory Column and much more. For an additional cost, enjoy a delicious lunch on top of Reichstag, consider an adventurous river cruise or visit a wonderful museum. The traveler limit is 6 to ensure a more personalized experience with your guide at each destination.
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Berlin Like a Local, 3 hr Private & Personalized Experience
5 (7)
You’ll join one of our local Berlin hosts for a customized kick-start experience of their magical city. Get the best possible introduction to a new city as you let our host show you the ropes and take you to iconic spots like Brandenburg Gate Checkpoint Charlie. And of course you’ll discover delicious food and some local gems like Hackesche Höfe along the way. 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.
#10
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Private ride Berlin to Prague via Dresden (4 hours in Dresden)
5 (4)
✔ Private door-to-door transfer from Berlin to Prague Travel comfortably in a private car or minivan with an English-speaking chauffeur – no shared rides, no waiting. ✔ 4-hour stop in Dresden included Break the journey with a scenic and cultural stop in Dresden, one of Germany’s most beautiful baroque cities. ✔ 2-hour private guided tour in English Explore Dresden with a licensed local guide – enjoy a combined walking and driven tour tailored to your group. ✔ Flexible and exclusive experience The guide and driver are there just for you – no other participants, no fixed group timing. ✔ Comfort and convenience throughout the day Vehicles are air-conditioned, non-smoking, and insured above legal standards. Luggage stays secure during sightseeing.
#11
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Berlin Mitte Walking Tour
5 (2)
See the famous sites of Berlin on this fun, friendly guided walking tour through Berlin's central Mitte district.Your local guide will meet you at Alexander Platz and show you around Berlin Mitte, making sure you get an inside view of Germany's capital.
#12
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Private Taxi Tour of City East History and Architecture 2-3h
5 (2)
The special thing is that you will be driven around in your own comfort SUV by a local guide who has lived in Berlin for over 20 years. The personal touch, lots of information and anecdotes are guaranteed! You can also determine what interests you more individually, where you would like to drop out or what you would simply like to leave out! This is the big difference to the bus tour; Quite apart from the fact that it cannot stop everywhere and each stop takes a lot of time. In addition, you have the opportunity to see the whole of City East here, and not just a very small section of it, as is the case on tours. Berlin is very spread out, has many other centers in addition to these two, and depending on interest we can take a short walk at the Brandenburg Gate or at Checkpoint Charlie. And enjoy the luxury of being picked up personally from your accommodation in the S-Bahn ring. And all in a real Berlin luxury taxi SUV!
#13
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Berlin Architecture/River Spree Full Day Photography Tour
5 (2)
Besides being a bustling and pulsating metropol, Berlin also offers an abundance of lakes, rivers and canals which harmonises the busy city life. You are going to experience modern architectural works from international master architects such as Alvar Aalto, Oscar Niemeyer and many others as well as protected historic monuments. The walk along the “River Spree” will give you satisfying new and different impressions from Berlin and you are guaranteed to return with images not otherwise found on ordinary tours of the city. This tour includes a lunch break at a nice and affordable cafe (lunch not included in the price).
#14
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In Search of Jewish Berlin Private Walking Tour
5 (2)
This private guided 3-hour history tour will be covering the main sites of Berlin’s 19th and 20th century Jewish history and the districts of Spandauer Vorstadt and Scheunenviertel (known as the ‘Barn Quarter’) in Berlin-Mitte. Take in the graceful avenue Oranienburger Straße, where the magnificent New Synagoge was erected in 1866. Taking in the graceful avenue, Oranienburger Straße, where the magnificent New Synagoge was erected in 1866, you learn not only of the conflicts between German Jews and Non-Jews but of tensions between the mostly assimilated German Jewry and the so-called Eastern Jews (‘Ostjuden’) who filled Berlin in the 1920s after fleeing dramatic anti-Jewish violence in their homelands. The tour route is flexible and can be customized upon your request.
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Berlin to Prague - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing
5 (2)
Experience the ultimate convenience with our exclusive private scenic transfer service! Say goodbye to the hassles of public transport and heavy luggage handling. We've got you covered with our fleet of comfortable vehicles and expert local English-speaking drivers. During your journey, you have the option to make a stop at one of the sightseeing places for a 2-hour exploration. Our fleet includes various vehicle options to suit your needs: Comfortable sedan (1-3 pax) with space for up to 3 suitcases and cabin luggage. Family MPV (4 pax) accommodating up to 4 suitcases and cabin luggage. Large VAN (5-7 pax) with room for up to 7 suitcases and cabin luggage. Large VAN + sedan (8-10 pax) or 2x large VAN (11-14 pax) for larger groups. It's important to note that our drivers are not professional tour guides but are knowledgeable about the local area. They can provide insights into local culture and help you discover hidden gems during your journey.
#16
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Potsdam & Sanssouci Palace: Private Day Trip from Berlin by Train
5 (2)
Enjoy a private day trip to Potsdam from Berlin by train, one of Europe’s most magnificent royal cities, and discover its rich culture and beautiful architecture, with a guided tour of the stunning Sanssouci Palace. Created by the Prussian Kings to rival the Baroque opulence of Versailles, the palaces and parks of Potsdam are spread over 500 hectares and include over 150 buildings dating from 1730 to 1916. The city provides a peaceful and beautiful respite from the hustle and bustle of Berlin. Throughout the day, your guide will tell you a plethora of stories about the people behind the pomp and splendour of the buildings. The life of Frederick the Great, who was a keen patron of the arts and the Enlightenment and commissioned the Sanssouci Palace to be his summer palace. Your guide will meet you after the audio-guided tour and walk with you through the Sansoucci gardens past the lovely Chinese Tea Room to the New Palace, which you'll explore from the outside.
#17
Berlin History Tour with a Local Expert: 100% Personalized & Private
4.2 (5)
Your host will curate a truly blended Berlin history experience for you at entirely your own pace. We wish our history lessons could have been as immersive and exciting as exploring a city with one of our friendly hosts is. As a city that wears its past on its sleeve, particularly with regards to WW2, there is much more to Berlin’s unflinching urban facade should you decide to venture beyond the tourist trail. Take in significant landmarks like Tränenpalast and Checkpoint Charlie and grab some food along the way while you chat and enjoy! 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.
#18
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Private 3-Day Tour from Berlin to Krakow Auschwitz Poland
5 (4)
Take this private tour to explore the highlights and top attractions of Poland in just three days. Walk the beautiful streets of Krakow's Old Town. See the jewels of polish history like the Wawel Royal Castle and Saint Mary’s Basilica. Take a guided tour of the former German Nazi Concentration and Extermination Camp Auschwitz-Birkenau. Descend deep underground to explore the shafts and passages of the old Wieliczka Salt Mine. See the stunning wooden Church of Peace in Swidnica. Sleep in the best hotels, eat in renowned restaurants, and enjoy snacks and beverages during door-to-door transportation.
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Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Sedan Car
5 (3)
Reliable ground transportation from the airport The modern traveler will appreciate the importance of being able to seamlessly travel from the airport. If you’re traveling multiple times a year to far flung lands, you’ll be well aware of the individual and unique pitfalls and difficulties that can await your journeys from the airport. With a reliable airport transfer, you can experience the same high levels of service wherever you are - a familiar feeling in often unfamiliar environments. Your chauffeur will greet you in the airport as you touch down, ready to help you with your luggage to your waiting vehicle before delivering you smoothly and directly to your waiting accommodation in the city.
#20
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Into the Heart of Berlin: A Self-guided Audio Tour
5 (1)
Discover Berlin at your own pace in the company of best selling author Rory MacLean. Start at the Reichstag, the building that best evokes the city's torturous (and euphoric) history, then follow the route of the Berlin Wall to stand both at the site of Hitler's wartime bunker and the unforgettable Memorials for the Murdered Jews of Europe. You can start the walk at your convenience. Audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. If you've got an hour and want to discover the heart of Berlin, and to understand key moments of German history – this is the tour for you!
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