Small Group Walking Tour of East Berlin with a French Guide
Overview
Explore Berlin’s Cold War history with the guides of Vive Berlin Tours on this 3-hour French-guided walking and public transport tour of East Berlin and the Wall. Start at Potsdamer Platz, then visit Nordbahnhof ghost station, closed for 28 years. At the Bernauerstrasse Memorial, relive the trauma of division, see the original death strip, and hear tales of escape tunnels and tragic losses.
Walk through Alexanderplatz, where peaceful protests defied the Stasi and toppled the Wall. Admire the East Side Gallery, home to 104 murals, wich you can then discover by yourself. Discover the original Berlin Wall sections, RDA architecture, and watchtowers. A moving journey through East Berlin’s past — perfect for history lovers!
What's Included
- Local taxes
- Local guide
- Transportation to/from attractions. You will need an public transportation day card for the zones AB
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tip for the guide (optional)
Meeting Location
Potsdamer Platz 10
10785 Berlin, Germany
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
virtuell - Mühlenstraße/Stralauer Platz
10243 Berlin, Germany
What To Expect
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Memorial of the Berlin Wall
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Alexanderplatz
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
East Side Gallery
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- 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).
- Local taxes.
- Local guide.
- Transportation to/from attractions. You will need an public transportation day card for the zones AB.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and drinks.
- Tip for the guide (optional).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Small Group Walking Tour of East Berlin with a French Guide is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small Group Walking Tour of East Berlin with a French Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Local taxes
- Local guide
- Transportation to/from attractions. You will need an public transportation day card for the zones AB
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tip for the guide (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
