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WW2 Berlin, Memorial to the Murdered Jews & Reichstag Tour

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50 minutes
English

Discover the history of Berlin and learn about the Third Reich's rise to power, as well as the build-up to the Second World War. Together, we’ll explore how Germany transformed in the 1930s and 40s, leading to the rise of the Nazis, the genocide of innocent citizens and the Second World War.

On this tour narrated by a local historian, we’ll explore both East and West Berlin, visiting Anhalter Bahnhof, the Topography of Terror, the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe and the Reichstag.

Venture off the tourist trail, and discover multi-layered neighbourhoods around Germany’s capital Discover Berlin’s historical context, secret stories and famous residents as you get a more local feel for the area.

Discover Berlin’s place in the Second World War, through its complex history in this captivating walk through central Berlin.

Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

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WW2 Berlin, Memorial to the Murdered Jews & Reichstag Tour

From$13.62Per Person

What's included in WW2 Berlin, Memorial to the Murdered Jews & Reichstag Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Anhalter Bahnhof

Start the tour at Anhalter Bahnhof, a ruined train station once was known as the ‘gateway to the south’ and was one of the busiest train stations in the kingdom of Prussia. Learn about the birth of Germany and this station’s involvement in the Second World War.

Gropius Bau

Visit Martin Gropius Bau. Completed in 1881 and designed by the architects Martin Gropiu and Heino Schmieden, this was originally designed to house Berlin's Museum of Applied Arts. Martin Gropius Bau serves as a space for diverse temporary shows. From ancient Buddha sculptures of Pakistan to the artistically staged photographs of Cindy Sherman, this elegant gallery has something for everyone.

Topography of Terror

Visit the Topography of Terror, an open and free exhibition all about the Nazis rise to power and their 12-year dictatorship. Both the Gestapo and the SS once had their headquarters right here. The Gestapo was the official Nazi secret police service, and the SS, or the Shutzstaffel, was the Nazi agency of terror which among other things was in charge of policing the concentration camps.

Inclusions

  • Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
  • Access to your self-guided audio tour
  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
  • Audio tour provided by a local or historian
  • Headphones
  • Mobile device
  • Admission to Reichstag Building (from £10)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

  • Start the tour at Anhalter Bahnhof train station. This is a self-guided tour and you can start as soon as you're ready!

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to you or your hotel

This is not your ticket! You will receive a separate email with a link to your tour. From that email, please click 'Download Now', install the Vidi Guides app, create an account within the app and click 'GetMyTour'. The tour will then be ready for download within your profile section. You can start the tour whenever you like!

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