Beautiful Baroque Potsdam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
- 1.3–2 hours
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
Highlights
See Potsdam’s Old Town, one of the most beautiful baroque centers in all of Europe, at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Stand in the shadows of three of the old city gates and learn about the city’s Jewish community • Hear from producer Jo Eckardt, owner and founder of A Friend in Berlin tour company • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Inclusions
What's included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
What's not
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Itinerary
Potsdam’s Old Town is one of the most beautiful baroque centers in all of Europe, yet the city is often overshadowed by its popular neighbour, Berlin. On this walking tour, I’ll share some of East Germany’s unique appeal with you. You’ll hear its history from as far back as the 1700s, through to World War II, all the way to today. I’ll show you the main sights, some lesser-known but equally rewarding spots, and a few of my favourite places in the city too. You’ll start outside the Ringerkolonnade, the recognisable set of columns that stand tall beside Landtag Brandenburg, a replica of Potsdam’s former royal palace which, today, is the seat of the Brandenburg Parliament.
You’ll hear why the faces of kings on the obelisk in the square’s centre were replaced with the faces of architects. I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
You’ll hear why the faces of kings on the obelisk in the square’s centre were replaced with the faces of architects. I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
You’ll hear why the faces of kings on the obelisk in the square’s centre were replaced with the faces of architects. I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
I’ll show you Alter Markt, the Old Market Square, once considered one of Europe’s most beautiful squares.
I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
On this Potsdam walking tour, you’ll also have a chance to learn about the city’s Jewish community as you pass the Alte Synagoge (Potsdam’s old Synagogue).
You'll pass by the church of St Peter and Paul.
I’ll show you how to reach the Dutch Quarter, Potsdam’s very own little Amsterdam, where you’ll see the charming red-brick houses that were built under the second Prussian King, who wanted to attract the Dutch but, instead, attracted Huguenots.
On this self-guided walking tour, you'll have the chance to pass by Jan Bouman Haus.
On this Potsdam walking tour, you’ll also have a chance to stand in the shadows of three of the old city gates: Nauener Tor, Jagertor, and Potsdam’s very own Brandenburg Gate.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The tour starts in front of Ringerkolonnade on Lustgarten, Potsdam.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
How it compares in Potsdam
- Its from-price is 96% below the median of the 42 experiences we list in Potsdam.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 6 of 42.
About Potsdam
Potsdam is the Brandenburg capital beside Berlin, a city of lakes, palaces and royal parks led by Frederick the Great's summer palace of Sanssouci.
Potsdam lies on the Havel river and a chain of lakes just south-west of Berlin, and for generations it was the summer home of the Prussian kings. Their palaces and gardens, led by Sanssouci, the rococo summer palace of Frederick the Great set above a terraced vineyard slope, form a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Neues Palais, the Chinese House and the Orangery fill the same park.
Top-ranked sights in Potsdam: Sanssouci Palace, New Palace (Neues Palais).
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