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Delve into Berlin's complex history of communism and socialism on a comprehensive walking tour through Mitte and Friedrichshain. This engaging journey spans from the ideologies of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels to the realities of the GDR, showcasing significant sites like the Marx-Engels Forum and the Berlin Wall’s East Side Gallery. With insights from knowledgeable local guides, gain a nuanced understanding of Berlin’s socialist past and its lasting impact on contemporary society.
- Duration: 2 hours and 45 minutes
- Explore key historical landmarks with an expert guide
- The tour covers two different districts of the city and we will have to take a train. You'll need an AB Single-ticket.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Look for the guide with the yellow umbrella
Itinerary
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1Rotes Rathaus
An iconic building and the main Town Hall of Berlin
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Marx-Engels-Forum
A memorial dedicated to Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, the fathers of communist ideas.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Karl-Marx-Allee
A monumental socialist boulevard showcasing the most impressive Stalinist architecture in East Germany.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Frankfurter Tor
Two landmark towers representing the architectural development of socialist ideas in the former GDR.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Memorial of the Berlin Wall
The longest remaining section of the notorious border that once divided East and West Berlin.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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