Cold War Berlin Tour
Explore the dramatic history and personal stories behind the Berlin Wall. From daring escapes and Stasi surveillance to the grassroots activism that sparked its fall.
Duration
4-6 hours
Average distance
4-5 km | 2-3 mi
Public transport optional
Mix and match
Throw in a jaunt through Kreuzberg or West Berlin
Custom pricing
Tailored quote
Heroic escape stories
Berlin’s boldest getaways!
Cold War Berlin ● Highlights Tour
Step back in time to explore how Berlin became the frontline of the Cold War, which led to the construction of the Berlin Wall—and divided the city physically and emotionally—and the profound impact this had on both East and West Berlin.
Hear about daring escapes from East Berlin, the Stasi’s reign of surveillance and fear, and how the Soviets contributed to the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Popular Sites ● Cold War Highlights Tour
- The Palaces of Tears
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Karl-Marx-Allee
- Soviet War Memorial
- East Side Gallery
- Oberbaumbruke
- and more!
Cold War Berlin ● Life Beyond the Wall Tour
This tour focuses on the everyday lives of East Berliners—from creatively coping with limited consumer goods to the education system and women’s rights.
We’ll explore powerful stories of escape through tunnels near the Berlin Wall Memorial. At Zionkirche (Zion Church), we’ll learn about the courageous opposition groups and the church’s role in the fall of the Berlin Wall. Finally, we’ll discover how the surrounding Prenzlauer Berg district evolved into a symbol of gentrification.
Popular Sites ● Life Beyond the Wall Tour
- S-Bahn Nordbahnhof
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Zionkirchplatz
- "Daily Life in the GDR" Exhibition
- ...and more!
