East Berlin: City of Shadows Walking Tour

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Summary

Starts
Berlin
Duration
3 Hrs.
Languages
English
Admission
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Description

Uncover East Berlin's hidden history on a 3-hour walking tour! Dive into the city's past as you explore iconic sites like the Berlin Wall and Stasi headquarters with an expert historian. Gain insights into the city's transformation and significance during the Cold War.

Begin at the Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of Soviet ambition post-WWII. Visit Friedrichstrasse station and the "Palace of Tears," where families were separated by strict immigration laws.

Experience the Berlin Wall memorial and the Death Strip, learning about the daring escapes of East Berliners. At the Stasi headquarters, discover the shadowy world of surveillance and espionage under Eric Mielke.

Conclude at Alexanderplatz, the heart of East Berlin and a pivotal site for the 1989 protests. This vibrant area was central to the fall of Communist rule, marking an end to decades of division.

Don't miss this enriching journey through East Berlin's intriguing past with a knowledgeable guide. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

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Destinations

Berlin cityscape with Berlin cathedral and Television tower, Germany.Berlin

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Attractions

Photo of aerial view of Berlin skyline with famous TV tower at Alexanderplatz  at sunset, Germany.Alexanderplatz
photo of view of The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at sunrise, GermanyBrandenburg Gate
The historic train station Friedrichstrasse in Berlin also called the Palace of Tears seen from the river Spree.Tränenpalast
Photo of Berlin Wall Memorial in Germany.Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer

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East Berlin 3-Hour Group Tour: City of Shadows
East Berlin 3-Hour Private Tour: City of Shadows

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• Tour guides are all professors, doctoral students, historians, journalists, art critics or published authors

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