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Cold War and Berlin Wall Tour in Italian

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Explore Berlin’s Cold War history with the guides of Vive Berlin Tours on this 3-hour Italian-guided walking and public transport tour of East Berlin and the Wall. Start at Potsdamer Platz, then visit Nordbahnhof ghost station, closed for 28 years. At the Bernauerstrasse Memorial, relive the trauma of division, see the original death strip, and hear tales of escape tunnels and tragic losses. Walk through Alexanderplatz, where peaceful protests defied the Stasi and toppled the Wall. Admire the East Side Gallery, home to 104 murals, which you can then discover by yourself. Explore the original Berlin Wall sections, East Germany’s architecture, and watchtowers. A moving journey through East Berlin’s past—perfect for history lovers!

  • Guide in Italian
  • Not included: Transportation to/from attractions
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: Food and drinks

We meet 20 minutes before the tour starts. In front of the Espresso House, at the corner with Gabriele-Tergit-Promenade.

The guide will be happy to advise you which public transport to take at the end of the tour.

Meeting and Pickup

  1. The tour with an Italian guide starts at the meeting point of Potsdamer Platz no. 10 (S/U-Bahn Potsdamer Platz). Look for the blue bicycle by VIVE BERLIN TOURS, you will easily recognize the flag with our logo!

  2. In this subway station the guide will talk about the incredible history of ghost stations.

  3. The best place to immerse yourself in the history of the Berlin Wall and see how it was possible to build it. We will talk about the tragic stories of the victims of the Wall and learn about the systems used to escape.

  4. You get known the German Democratic Republic (GDR) and its typical architecture. The guide will also talk about the great popular manifestation that took place at Alexanderplatz and that led to the fall of the Wall.

  5. The most impressive structure in the GDR and still the tallest building in Berlin (visit only outside).

  6. Visit this boulevard surrounded by buildings from the Stalinist era and discover the beginnings of the GDR.

  7. The longest part of the Berlin Wall and the most famous thanks to its murals symbol of freedom.

Wheelchair accessible Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Italian

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