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We are the only Fun and Politically Incorrect walking tour in Berlin. Unlike free walking tours that stick to formal lectures and polite storytelling, this Private Berlin History Tour takes you back to the origins of Berlin, exploring how a small medieval trading settlement grew into one of Europe’s most powerful capitals.
Expect dark humor and stories about emperors, rulers, merchants and the people who shaped Berlin long before it became the city we know today.
Starting in the historic heart of Berlin, we explore the medieval origins of the city and the historic Nikolaiviertel, uncovering stories of early trade, power struggles, political intrigue & questionable rulers.
This tour gives you a more personal and flexible experience, with a pace suited to your group, more interaction with your guide and plenty of room for questions and deeper conversations. So, book your private experience now and explore the city’s origins with us.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We start at the Martin Luther statue, Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 8, 10178 Berlin (next to Marienkirche/St.-Marien-Kirche). Guide will have a mini yellow flag!
Itinerary
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1Luther Monument
We will be talking Protestantism and Protestant Reformation and division of Germany.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2St. Mary's Church
1270 2nd oldest construction of Berlin/Dance of the Death and what the paintings are about!
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Rotes Rathaus
When this was all put together, its functions and how creative Germans can be when it comes to naming things
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Franziskaner Klosterkirche
1250 - oldest preserved / The Berlin High School at the Gray Monastery 1574 .Karl Friedrich Schinkel , Friedrich Ludwig Jahn and Otto von Bismarck
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Palais Podewil
Was erected by aristocrats of Berlin in 1704, was named after its most famous resident, when in 1732 Heinrich Graf von Podewils lived there, State Minister for Foreign Affairs in the Cabinet of the Soldier King and minister under Frederick the Great
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Parochialkirche
Built in 1695-1705 is the oldest Reformed Church of Berlin. Friedrich III (I). Has as well the oldest well preserved cemetery 1706. The roof was destroyed by an incendiary bomb, and DDR rebuild it, but never used as a church, just after unification and renovations.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7Memorial of the Berlin Wall
Started being Erected in 1250 and was used and improved until the 17th Century.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8Maerkisches Museum
We will be breaking down how this island started, original Berlin centre, and how through centuries it has changed.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
9
Bear cage and other German bizarre Zoos. The size of the Lion's d&%k fighting Hercules at the entrance.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
10Historischer Hafen Berlin
Hanseatic league. Berlin' geographical location made possible to be a Hanseatic League member, but by far not a important one. The commerce just start improving when the Great Elector start the process of creating canals connecting the main rivers of the State, that Berlin's Status would improve.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
11Humboldt Forum
We will be entering inside the old (really new) palace and go over all the money used for the beautiful cosmetic work that this building has gone through
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Museum Knoblauchhaus
Ephraim was the Jewlry maker of court of Friedrich the Great in the 1700s, and build his house at the location. He even had a silver refinary in the backyard. Two very important subjects: Friedrich the Great and the History of Berlin jews.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
13St. Nicholas Church (Nikolaikirche)
This is where we wrap up and end our lovely "old" addition of Rude Bastard tour. Break down from 1200-1800's.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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