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Highlights
- Explore key sites such as the Berlin Wall and the Palace of Tears, along with hidden areas within the ‘Death Strip’.
- Retrace military steps to understand tensions between NATO allies like the United States and Soviet Union counterparts during this period.
- Learn about surveillance techniques employed by agencies including VIA, KGB, and Stasi.
- Uncover Berlin's history from its origins through to its division in Cold War times.
- Learn about daily life for citizens of Berlin throughout the era of the Cold War.
Your Experience
Your Experience
Explore Berlin's role as a Cold War frontier on an insightful walking tour that delves into its historical significance. Following World War II, Berlin transitioned from Nazi Germany’s capital to a central battleground for control over war-torn Europe. As two superpowers clashed, the city emerged as a focal point of the Cold War era.
Gain insight into how East German citizens lived 'behind the wall' within the heavily monitored Eastern Bloc state. Uncover the Stasi's cunning tactics to maintain surveillance over 40 years and learn about KGB support for their allies in efforts against MI6 and the CIA. Walk through Tränenpalast, known as the Palace of Tears, a former strategic border crossing point.
Visit 'ghost stations' and hear tales of audacious escape attempts. Learn how the Berlin Wall fell on November 9th, 1989. Explore one of the last remaining sections of the ‘death strip’ and Berlin Wall. Discover sites where numerous escape tunnels were dug to help East Berliners reach the West. Pay respects at the Chapel of Reconciliation for those who lost their lives.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Expert Guide who speaks English
- Audio guide
- Hotel transfers
- Meals are not included
- Gratuities
- Public transport ticket available for purchase at the meeting point
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Ticket Delivery
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Insider Tour Berlin.
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Address: Reichstagufer 17, 10117 Berlin, Germany.
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Landmark: Outside Friedrichstraße station, on the square between the 'Tränenpalast' (Palace of Tears) and the station.
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Your guide will be wearing a "Blue Lanyard and Yellow Name Tag".
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Getting There
By Bus
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The closest bus stop is Berlin Friedrichstraße station. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.
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Board buses 147, M1, N6 to get you there.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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