Berlin Victory Column (Siegessäule) Tours and Activities
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Standing 67 meters (220 feet) high and topped with a 35-tonne gilded figure of Victoria – the Roman goddess of victory in battle – the Berlin Victory Column was inaugurated in 1873 to commemorate Germany’s (or Prussia, as it was called then) victory over Denmark in the Danish-Prussian War of 1864. Lovingly nicknamed ‘Golden Lizzie’ by Berlin locals, the sandstone memorial was designed by German architect Heinrich Strack and sits on a red granite base adorned with columns; it originally stood in Königsplatz, which is today’s Platz der Republik. In the run up to World War II, the column was moved to the center of the Tiergarten park as part of Hitler’s plan to rebuild Berlin as the grandiose capital city of the Third Reich. The viewing platform at 50 m (164 ft) gives panoramas over the gardens and down the Strasse des 17 Juni 31 to the landmark Brandenburg Gate – ironically today a symbol of Germany’s freedom from tyranny – but visitors have to climb 285 steps up a winding spiral staircase to get there.
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Discover Berlin Half-Day Walking Tour
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Berlin 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise with Audioguide
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Get an overview of Berlin and its history on this river cruise through the city. Listen to informative commentary via audio guide as you pass landmarks such as the Reichstag, Bellevue Palace, the Berliner Dom, Museum Island and more. This is a great way to see Berlin’s highlights with a limited amount of time.
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Berlin City Hop-on Hop-off Tour with Optional Cruise
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See the best of Berlin on this 24- or 48-hour, hop-on hop-off bus tour with an optional river boat cruise during the summer months. Discover the city’s top sights, including Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin Cathedral and more. Hop off at any of the stops around Berlin to explore on foot, or stay onboard the open-air, double-decker bus to enjoy insightful commentary along the citywide loop. Upgrade your ticket to include a boat ride along the Spree River.
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Berlin Bike Tour
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Get to know the best of Berlin on this guided bike tour. Learn the history of the city, from its beginnings to its role as capital of the Nazi Third Reich, to the divided city of the Cold War, to the modern-day capital of a unified Germany. This tour includes a trip to the Berlin Wall Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate and more. Choose from a half- or full-day tour, with a stop for lunch at a beer garden on the longer tour (own expense).
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City Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
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Explore the best Berlin has to offer on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Choose from two different routes and visit many of Berlin’s top attractions, including Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Berlin Wall Memorial. Select a 24- or 48-hour pass, and then board at any of the stops and get to know the city with live onboard commentary, hopping off whenever you'd like. You can also upgrade to add a scenic boat cruise.
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Big Bus Berlin Hop on Hop off tour with Walking Tour
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Say goodbye subway and hello 360-degree views when you book this hop-on, hop-off ticket on a classic open-top bus. Two great routes, with live guides or recorded commentary. Cover Berlin’s central attractions, and the app lets you track the next bus in real time. Opt for a 24-hour ticket, a 48-hour ticket with a walking tour, or a 48-hour deluxe ticket with walking tour and river cruise.
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3-Hour Berlin Highlights Bike Tour
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Pedal around Berlin like a local on this half-day highlights tour. Perfect for cycling enthusiasts who are short on time, this tour introduces you to the must-see attractions in Berlin, including the Reichstag, Checkpoint Charlie, the Brandenburg Gate, and others. No worries about navigation; you'll follow your guides on a carefully curated route while listening to engaging narration on Berlin's culture and history.
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Berlin Private Half-Day Walking Tour: Discover the German Capital’s History
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Trace almost 800 years of history on this private, half-day walking tour of Berlin. Since its founding in the 13th century, Berlin has been the capital of an empire, the epicenter of a sexual and artistic revolution, a fascist dictatorship, torn in two and, finally, reunited. Delve into the German capital’s history with your own personal guide, checking off key sights such as Brandenburg Gate, Hitler’s Bunker (Führerbunker), and a section of the Berlin Wall along the way.
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Best of Berlin Join-in Shore Excursion from Warnemünde or Rostock with Wi-Fi
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Explore Berlin’s highlights on this full-day bus tour from the cruise port of Warnemünde. Once arriving in Berlin, take a tour of significant landmarks such as Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag, and the Brandenburg Gate. Enjoy informative commentary from your onboard guide and learn about the history of the German capital.
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Berlin Highlights Small-Group Bike Tour
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See the best of Europe’s undisputed capital of cool on a 3.5-hour bike tour of Berlin. As you follow your guide, you’ll cycle to iconic landmarks such as Brandenburg Gate and Museum Island. Stop regularly to capture photographs and learn of the history of the Reichstag, the Berlin Wall and the Holocaust. Travel at a leisurely pace and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.
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2 Hour Berlin Small Group Segway Tour
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Explore Berlin by Segway and spin to top attractions in style on this 2-hour small-group tour. Hop onto your Segway and — following a little practise — head into bustling Berlin with a guide. Explore iconic squares such as Pariser Platz and Potsdamer Platz, and take in famous landmarks including Brandenburg Gate, the Holocaust Memorial, the Reichstag Building and the Victory Column. Along the way, gain insight into Berlin’s rich history and find out what makes the city tick.
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All-in-One Berlin Shore Excursion from Warnemünde and Rostock Port
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Discover the best of Berlin on this all-in-one shore excursion from Warnemunde Port. Head to Germany’s capital and visit some of its key landmarks such as Charlottenburg Palace, the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie and more. Learn about the city’s history from your informative guide as you traverse every corner of this alternative city before heading back to your ship.
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Shore Excursion: Berlin Sightseeing with round-trip port-transfer
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When your cruise ship drops anchor in Germany, tick off the historic highlights of east and west Berlin on a 5.5-hour shore excursion from Rostock or Warnemünde port, ideal for travelers short on time. Following port pickup, take a whistle-stop tour of top west Berlin attractions including Tiergarten Park, Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor), the Berlin Wall, and the Holocaust Memorial. Then, tick off east Berlin gems including Postdamer Platz, Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom), and Museumsinsel. Port drop-off is also included.
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Red Sightseeing Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Boat Option
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Explore the bustling city of Berlin on a double-decker bus tour. This hop-on hop-off tour covers all the highlights of the city and allows you to create your own itinerary based on your interests. Hop onboard and listen to informative commentary available in a variety of languages and conveniently discover sites such as Potsdamer Platz, the Berliner Dom, the Reichstag, and more with this 24- or 48-hour travel pass.
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Small Group Berlin Segway Tour
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Explore the German capital on two wheels during this small-group Berlin Segway tour. Hop onto your Segway and—following a practice session—spin through Berlin’s bustling streets with a guide. Choose from various routes, and take in top city attractions such as Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag Building and the Soviet War Memorial. Gain insight into Berlin’s World War II history, stop off along the way for a refreshing drink and soak up the atmosphere in famous squares like Potsdamer Platz.
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See all of Berlins EAST and WEST from the water in 3,5 hour
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See the best of Berlin from the water on this river cruise along the Spree and Landwehr Canal. Spend 3.5 hours sailing through east and west Berlin and admire the changing skyline of the city from classic to modern. See key landmarks such as Bellevue Palace, the Victory Column, Berlin Central Station, Charlottenburg Palace, and admire the beautiful scenery along the way.
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Private taxi tour through city east and west history and architecture approx 2h
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In contrast to bus tours, on an individual taxi sightseeing tour you have the opportunity to stop almost everywhere - be it for a photo shoot, be it for a snack or a break, be it for a coffee. Or for a longer tour to take a closer look at an object or to have it explained to you (Berlin Cathedral, Hackesche Höfe, Brandenburg Gate, Gendarmenmarkt, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, KaDeWe are recommended, for example). According to your interests and preferences! And in contrast to a tour, you don't just see a tiny section of our city, City East, the former center and City West, the former West Berlin! So combine the best of walking and bus tours in an Auto City Tour, just like I've always done privately with friends and relatives. 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!
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Rickshaw Tour Historical Highlights Berlin with Licensed Guide also for Groups
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Save time and see Berlin’s top sights at a faster pace than a walking tour by going on a rickshaw adventure. Get a close-up view of attractions, and access places you couldn’t get to by bus. Each tour can be personalized based on landmarks you’d like to see, or special interests such as World War II, or Prussian History.
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All-in-One Berlin Shore Excursion - with WIFI on the bus!
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Explore Berlin’s top attractions on this all-day guided excursion for cruise ship passengers. After a convenient port pickup, explore landmarks like Charlottenburg Palace, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the largest department store in Continental Europe, Kaufhaus des Westens. Learn about Berlin’s history and culture from an informative guide and enjoy complimentary WiFi.
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Private Custom 3-Hour Tour of Berlin by Car
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Enjoy personalized attention, a completely customizable itinerary, and private round-trip transportation on this half-day tour of Berlin. Hit all the city highlights or any host of attractions according to your group's interests; your guide will assist you in planning your perfect itinerary. Private round-trip transportation makes for a seamless experience, including convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Group Driving Tour from 1 - 6 people for 4 hours Highlights of Berlin
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Discover Berlin’s signature sights in under half a day on this private driving tour with your personal licensed guide. Enjoy a customized and intimate experience, with pickup and drop-off at the Berlin locations of your choice, as you cover ground you couldn’t hope to cover on a group tour. Your itinerary includes: the Holocaust Memorial, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag (Germany’s parliament), and Tiergarten Park. Tour excludes entrance fees.
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Berlin & Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Tour from Warnemünde and Rostock Port
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Make the most of your time at shore with a full-day shore excursion to Berlin. Take the 2.5-hour drive through the countryside to reach the infamous Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp and learn about the camp’s dark past from your guide. Then head to Berlin for a city tour and see famous landmarks such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, the Berlin Wall, and Museum Island before heading back to your ship.
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Berlin Private Custom 5-Hour Tour by Car
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If you’re new to Berlin and want to take in the whole city, starting with a comprehensive tour is the way to go. This tour will take you through East and West Berlin, and you won’t miss a single highlight. This private tour can take you door-to-door, stopping at your points of interest. Your professional driver will share stories that will help you understand the uniqueness of Berlin - from Checkpoint Charlie to Potsdam Square.
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Berlin Private Sightseeing Tour with vehicle and photographer guide
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The tours I provide are a few hours of photo-shooting during sightseeing tour. My vehicle will take us from one sight to another and walking tours are planned for the most interesting sights. On every stop my Professional Camera will be put on action and I'll try to catch the best moments of our tour.
The tour includes historical monuments, culture and arts combined with a lot of interesting stories and facts that you won’t find in your standard city tour.
Just before the end of the tour I'll provide WiFi access from my camera to your smartphone so you can have and share your amazing photos right after the tour.
We offer our services in English, Russian, Hebrew, and German language.
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