Cold War, Berlin Wall, Spies and the East Side Gallery

About

Step into Cold War Berlin on this immersive, stress-free, award winning walking tour led by an expert local guide. Discover a city once divided by ideology, concrete, and fear, where spies, surveillance, and resistance shaped everyday life. Explore East Germany through unique perspectives as you uncover the reality of life under the Stasi secret police. Walk along Karl-Marx-Allee, visit Alexanderplatz, stand where the 1953 workers’ uprising began, and experience the East Side Gallery — the largest remaining section of the Berlin Wall. Follow real escape routes and hear remarkable stories of those who risked everything to flee from East to West. Along the way, gain a deeper understanding of how Berlin became one of the most important frontlines of the Cold War. More than just sightseeing, this award-winning tour brings Berlin’s divided past vividly to life through expert storytelling and an easy-paced exploration of the city’s Cold War history. Don't forget to bring that camera!

What's not included

• Gratuities

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Zone AB transportation ticket required
• IMPORTANT; Please be at meeting point 15 minutes before tour begins

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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  Gratuities

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