Tour Details
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Product Type
- Tour
- Venues
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- TV Tower
- Berlin Wall Memorial
Photos & Highlights
- A family-friendly expert who explains a complex historical event to children
- An educational experience that unravels life under the Berlin Wall for young thinkers
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Tour Description
Discover the compelling history of Berlin’s divided past in an interactive and memorable way for the whole family. This 2.5-hour tour immerses children and families in the daily life of ordinary Germans during the Cold War, including family separation and the growing division between East and West.
You’ll see traces of this history throughout the city today, from architecture to traffic signals, streetlights to street art. Though the topic is sensitive, your guide will present this in an engaging, age-appropriate way to help young learners understand its significance. The combination of legendary sights and astonishing stories will captivate families—whether return visitors or Berlin first-timers.
Led by a Berlin expert, your child will explore the city’s historic landmarks and architecture that defined the city’s divided past. Your guide will weave a captivating narrative while encouraging participation to help bring the Cold War to life for your young learner.
The day begins jumping the cobblestone path of the Wall’s former path, where you’ll learn about stories of life behind the Wall. You’ll then peek through the remnants of the East side of the Wall to discover how it was built, maintained, and secured.
Next, you’ll visit the Berlin Wall Memorial to learn about the Wall’s fall in 1989 and its historical importance. As you make your way to the train station, you’ll walk by former escape tunnels, learning about the harrowing attempts to escape to the West. The tour concludes by visiting the iconic TV tower and ascending to the top. From 200 meters up, there are still plenty of visible signs of a city with two very different stories to tell.
By the end of this tour, your young learner will have a solid understanding of Berlin’s divided past and will feel inspired to learn more about the Cold War. The entire family will emerge with newfound knowledge and lasting memories that will resonate for years to come.
- You seek a family-friendly experience, allowing your expert to take the lead with your children, while you can sit back and enjoy the journey.
- You seek an engaging moment for your child that blends education with entertainment.
- You want to feel the resilience of the Berlin spirit that weaves quietly through life in Berlin today.
- Berlin Wall Memorial - Commemorates the division and reunification of Berlin
- Berlin TV Tower - Iconic landmark offering panoramic views of Berlin
Admission Tickets
- Includes skip-the-line access tickets to the Berlin TV Tower. Our skip-the-line tickets will get us to a special lane where our group may have to stand in line due to security and crowd control measures.
Transportation
- Can I be picked up from my hotel? Yes, for our private tours, you can add a hotel pick-up for an added cost at checkout. Please provide your hotel name and address during checkout.
Additional Trip-Planning Resources
- For more information on planning your travels to Berlin, take a read through our Berlin Wall Memorial Travel Guide.
Where do we meet? Where does it End?
The tour begins near the Berlin Wall Memorial and ends at the TV Tower. Your confirmation email will have the exact meeting point details along with a map, and contact details in case you need to reach us before your tour.
What if it’s raining?
Our tours operate rain or shine, we recommend bringing an umbrella and wearing comfortable shoes.
What is the recommended age range for children on the tour? Are the themes and content suitable for young kids?
This tour is generally designed for children aged 4-12, with content tailored to be engaging and suitable for young minds. The themes are presented in a child-friendly manner, ensuring that even the youngest participants can enjoy and learn from the experience. Feel free to note your child’s interests at checkout, so their expert guide can incorporate them when possible. If you're traveling with teenagers or young adults, our flagship Berlin Wall Tour may be a better fit.
Why is this tour not offered on Mondays?
The Berlin Wall Memorial is closed to the public on Monday.
Will this tour visit East Side Gallery or Checkpoint Charlie?
No, our itinerary starts at the Berlin Wall Memorial as it is the most engaging place for children to dig into the history of the Wall. We find that the Berlin Wall Memorial and other locations visited on this tour offer more authentic experiences and deeper insights into Cold War history for families eager to learn. Plus, the sites are geographically spread out, so we've chosen to leave them out in the interest of time.
We understand that some of our valued guests may have mobility concerns, and we want to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout your tour. If there are any accessibility concerns that your tour guide will need to be aware of, please let our team know at the time of booking.
Is this tour wheelchair-friendly?
Please note there are two lifts at the TV Tower to assist with access to and from the bottom, though, in the case of an emergency, lifts are not able to be used. As such, the site is only deemed partly wheelchair accessible as it would not be possible to rescue people with accessibility issues in the event of an emergency.
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23 Reviews
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I cannot recommend Aaron highly enough as a tour guide, especially for families touring Berlin with young kids. Not only does he possess an encyclopedic knowledge of the history and architecture of Berlin, he did a masterful job of keeping a 7 year old and a 5 year old thoroughly engaged during an almost 3 hour tour. No small feat considering the complex historical subject matter but he managed it brilliantly.
Lydia
Aug 2, 2024
Igor was an amazing guide - extremely knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. He tailored the private tour to the ages of my grandchildren(ages 13 and 14) and it was very impactful for both. His iPad provided additional documentary which furthered the historical value of our tour. I would highly recommend this tour.
Marilyn
Jul 16, 2024
Igor was very informative and had a great perspective from growing up in East Berlin. He was great with engaging the kids too!
Amy
Jun 26, 2024
