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LGBTQ+ Berlin: Private Walking or Car Tour

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3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Berlin has long been a centre for LGBTIQ communities in Europe. Frederick the Great, Prussia’s legendary 18th century monarch is widely believed to have been gay; sexologist Magnus Hirscheld pioneered advocacy for homosexual and transgender rights in the early 20th century; Marlene Dieterich cross-dressed on the city’s screens in the hedonistic ‘20s; and Klaus Wowereit, mayor of the city from 2001 until 2014, was openly and proudly gay.

This 3-hour walking tour explores Berlin’s LGBTIQ scenes past and present, and, naturally, is open to all. Topics covered include the work of Magnus Hirschfeld, queer king Frederick the Great, persecution of homosexuals in Nazi Germany and homosexuality within the Nazi Party itself, the experience of LGBTIQ communities in East and West Berlin, and the queer scene in the hedonistic 1920s and in the 1990s as part of the burgeoning techno and club scene.

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  • Professional, local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drink
  • Public transportation costs
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Equestrian statue of King Friedrich II. of Prussia

First up you will learn how the legendary Prussian king became a queer icon in the German capital.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Memorial to Homosexuals Persecuted Under Nazism

Next we visit the official memorial for gay victims of National Socialism, and address the violent repression of homosexuality in Nazi Germany and gay personailities within the Nazi Party itself.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tiergarten

Wander through the lush greenery of Berlin's 'Central Park' – a well-known meeting point for gay people.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

U Nollendorfplatz

Now it’s time to head to the heart of Berlin’s ‘Rainbow District’ – Schöneberg. A short walk away you will see where the Anglo-American author lived during the time he lived in Berlin, capturing the excitement and instability of ‘20s Berlin in the semi-autobiographical ‘Goodbye to Berlin’ and ‘Mr Norris Changes Trains’. Time will then be taken to visit one of the city’s oldest gay and trans bars and hear about the queer scene at the height of the hedonistic 1920s.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hauptstraße

Next we see where Bowie lived during the time he spent in Berlin in the late 1970s, composing his ‘Berlin Trilogy’ with Brian Eno and Tony Visconti.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Schwules Museum

Our final stop is the Gay Museum in Kreuzberg, one of the world’s largest institutions for researching, preserving and communicating the history and culture of queer communities.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the LGBTQ+ Berlin: Private Walking or Car Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Professional, local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drink
  • Public transportation costs
  • Museum entry costs (none required for the tour)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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