2 hour Private Walking Tour: The Berlin Wall & the Cold War
Overview
Step back in time and uncover the gripping history of the Berlin Wall and the Cold War on this 2-hour private walking tour at the Bernauer Straße Wall Memorial. Led by an expert historian guide, you’ll explore one of Berlin’s most significant Cold War landmarks: the very site where families were divided, escape tunnels were built, and the world watched a city split in two.
Gain deep insights into the rise of the Iron Curtain, everyday life in divided Berlin, and the dramatic events that led to the fall of the Wall in 1989. Your guide will bring these powerful stories to life through authentic sites, photographs, and personal accounts, turning history into an unforgettable experience.
Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, this tour offers an immersive look at the people, politics, and passions that shaped modern Europe.
Wheel-chair friendly
What's Included
- Including entry to the Wall Memorial at Bernauer Straße
- Professional guide
Meeting Location
Gartenstraße 85
10115 Berlin, Germany
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Bernauer Str. 111
13355 Berlin, Germany
What To Expect
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Memorial of the Berlin Wall
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Activity code: C-3817WALL_P
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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).
- including entry to the Wall Memorial at Bernauer Straße.
- Professional guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 2 hour Private Walking Tour: The Berlin Wall & the Cold War is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 2 hour Private Walking Tour: The Berlin Wall & the Cold War 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
- Including entry to the Wall Memorial at Bernauer Straße
- Professional guide
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
