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Join us for an unforgettable 2-hour tour through the heart of Cold War Berlin. This Communist Berlin and Berlin Wall Free Tour will immerse you in the stories of espionage, division, and the human cost of the Berlin Wall. From the Brandenburg Gate to the Palace of Tears, you'll experience the city’s complex history as you uncover the secrets of East Berlin. Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial and hear the stories of those who risked everything to escape. This tour will give you a deeper understanding of the city’s fascinating past, whether it’s your first time in Berlin or you’ve been here before, it will leave you with a new perspective on this iconic city.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your Communist Berlin and Berlin Wall Walking Tour meets in front of the Starbucks at the Brandenburg Gate (S/U-Bahn Brandenburger Tor).
Itinerary
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1Brandenburg Gate
Kick off your journey at Berlin’s most iconic landmark, once caught in the crossfire of the Cold War. Imagine standing at the gateway between two worlds—East and West—where history was made and walls came down.
24 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Walk past the towering Soviet Embassy, a symbol of Cold War dominance. Right across from where the US embassy once stood, this was the frontline of global espionage, with spies lurking in every shadow.
24 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Discover the chilling world of the Stasi, the most feared intelligence agency of its time. They didn’t just listen in on phone calls—they collected smells, bugged homes, and kept entire families under surveillance. Would you have been watched?
24 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Palace of Tears
Feel the weight of history at the Palace of Tears, a border crossing where East and West Berliners were forced to part ways. Some were allowed to visit, many were not—experience the heartbreaking reality of a divided city.
24 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stand before the most authentic remaining section of the Berlin Wall, complete with its two walls and the infamous Death Strip. Hear the daring escape stories—some triumphant, others tragic—and get a real sense of what it meant to risk everything for freedom.
24 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Children up to 13 years old can join the tour for free. Please note, we may ask for a valid ID to verify the age of children participating.
- The independent guides we work with are dedicated to providing the best experience for you. While the tour typically includes the sites and stories mentioned and lasts around 2 hours, your guide may adjust the route or timing based on what they feel is best for your group.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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