Berlin World War II and Cold War Self Guided Tour via Mobile App
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 9 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore Berlin's rich history with this engaging walking tour that reveals the city's powerful stories from World War II and the Cold War. You'll visit famous landmarks and hidden spots, learning about themes of bravery, resilience, and division. Key sites include Checkpoint Charlie and the remnants of the Führerbunker, each offering insights into Berlin's complex past. Discover the personal narratives behind historical events—stories of those who fought for freedom and resisted oppression. You can also see where American and Soviet tanks once confronted each other or visit the Topography of Terror, a stark reminder of Nazi power. This self-guided tour is ideal for exploring significant World War II and Cold War sites in Berlin while learning the stories behind them. You can take your time at each location, allowing for breaks at nearby restaurants or bars whenever you wish.
Inclusions
What's included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- Audio and written guide included ( AI generated )
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
- 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
What's not
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
- Transport
Itinerary
You will visit the historic Admiralspalast, where Berlin’s vibrant cultural legacy meets Cold War intrigue, and uncover its fascinating role in shaping German history.
Stand in the emotional heart of Berlin’s divided past, where tearful goodbyes marked the harsh reality of the Berlin Wall’s impact on families and friends.
Visit the legendary border crossing where Cold War tensions reached their peak.
Uncover the chilling secrets of Hitler’s final refuge, where the last days of the Third Reich played out beneath Berlin’s streets.
Reflect at this powerful memorial honouring the bravery of 96 parliamentarians who opposed the Nazi regime and sacrificed their lives for democracy.
Reflect on the courage of Johann Georg Elser at this striking memorial, honoring the humble carpenter who nearly altered history
Visit the Holocaust Memorial, where 2,700 concrete blocks honour the memory of millions of Jews lost during the Holocaust.
Visit the Soviet Memorial in Tiergarten, a site honouring the 80,000 Soviet soldiers who gave their lives to liberate Berlin.
Visit the memorial which honours the 10,000 Jewish children saved and the countless others tragically lost during the Holocaust.
Stand before the majestic Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of Berlin’s unity and resilience, where history has unfolded from Napoleon's marches to Cold War protests and beyond.
Visit Reichstag the seat of Germany’s Bundestag and know how the mysterious fire changed the course of history.
Discover the Detlev-Rohwedder-Haus, a monumental building that transitioned from Nazi prestige project to Soviet headquarters.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for “Tourific” in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Tourific
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.
How it compares in Berlin
- Its from-price is 94% below the median of the 961 experiences we list in Berlin.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 325 of 961.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Berlin
Berlin is Germany's creative, open-minded capital, where landmarks of a turbulent history stand among art, green parks and legendary nightlife.
The Brandenburg Gate is the city's symbol, close to the glass-domed Reichstag and the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Fragments of the Berlin Wall survive, most strikingly at the East Side Gallery, a long stretch covered in murals, and at the Bernauer Strasse memorial, while Checkpoint Charlie marks the most famous former crossing point.
Top-ranked sights in Berlin: Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor), Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe (Holocaust Memorial), Checkpoint Charlie.
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