Guided Tour of Third Reich & World War II in Berlin

About this experience

Guided Tour of Third Reich & World War II in Berlin This comprehensive three-hour walking tour takes you through Berlin's most significant Nazi-era sites, from the remains of the Reich Chancellery to the former Gestapo headquarters. Your expert guide will lead you to pivotal locations where history unfolded, including Wilhelmstrasse where Nazi ministries once operated, and the site of Hitler's Führerbunker where the war's final chapter played out. You'll explore the Topography of Terror museum built on former SS headquarters grounds, witness remnants of the Berlin Wall, and visit the German Resistance Museum at the former Nazi Military High Command. The tour covers approximately 3-4 kilometres at a moderate pace, weaving together stories of government oppression, resistance movements, and civilian life under Nazi rule. Your guide provides historical context about Operation Valkyrie, the Soviet advance on Berlin, and how totalitarianism shaped the city's culture and society. This Berlin historical tour offers deep insight into one of the darkest chapters in European history, examining both the machinery of terror and acts of courage that defined wartime Berlin. You'll stand where strategic military decisions were made and reflect on the scars and reconstructions that continue to shape modern Germany. What is Included Expert guide providing historical commentary and analysis Access to Topography of Terror outdoor and indoor exhibitions Visit to German Resistance Museum Walking tour of key Nazi-era sites and memorials Good to Know The tour lasts three hours and covers 3-4 kilometres at a moderate walking pace. Meet your guide at the designated meeting point and arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. The tour is suitable for older children, though content may be intense for younger visitors. Photography is permitted at all outdoor locations and most exhibition spaces. Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for outdoor walking. Bring a government-issued photo ID for verification. The route is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. This guided tour Berlin experience provides an in-depth look at World War II history through expert storytelling and visits to authentic historical sites. If you're interested in exploring more of Berlin's complex history, consider booking a Berlin Wall guided tour to understand the city's post-war division, or discover the broader context of German history with other Berlin walking tours covering different historical periods.

Highlights

• Visit the infamous sites which are forever etched with the stain of the Nazi past
• Get an in-depth understanding of how Berlin played a role in the falls of the Third Reich
• See life in Berlin during World War II
• Discover the site of Göering and his airforce planned the bombing of the European cities during World War II
• Explore the ruins of Himmler’s SS and Gestapo HQ at the “Topography of Terror” exhibition.

What is included

• Expert English-speaking guide In-depth, comprehensive Third Reich tour

Not included

• Audio guide Hotel transfers Meal inclusions Public transport ticket (can be bought at meeting point) Gratuities

Before you go

Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your tour starts Wear comfortable walking shoes for the city tour Carry a government-issued photo ID for verification Check weather forecasts and dress appropriately for outdoor walking This tour is accessible to both wheelchairs and strollers

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.