Berlin was the epicentre of Cold War tensions, divided into two cities separated by the Berlin Wall for nearly thirty years. No other city offers a more compelling or authentic setting to explore the Cold War’s political, social, and cultural impact. This comprehensive tour delves beyond the Berlin Wall itself, providing a deep understanding of both East and West Berlin’s development during the Cold War era. Discover the rise of socialist East Berlin and its unique political and social culture, alongside the contrasting dynamics of West Berlin. Walk along preserved sections of the Berlin Wall, visit key Cold War sites, and learn about the surveillance state, daring escape attempts, and everyday life in a divided city.
Ideal for history enthusiasts and curious travellers, this Half day 3-hour guided Berlin Wall tour offers a sensitive, detailed, and unforgettable journey into the Cold War’s legacy in Berlin — the best city to explore this turbulent chapter in history. You’ll see:
- Palace of Tears (Tränenpalast) – See the former border crossing used by departing East Germans, symbolising the city’s division.
- Nordbahnhof Ghost Station – Visit the eerie abandoned East Berlin subway station, sealed off during the Cold War and a haunting reminder of the city’s division.
- Bernauer Strasse – Explore the preserved section of the Wall and learn about escape attempts and life in divided Berlin.
- Former Death Strip – Walk along the no-man’s land between the Berlin Wall, once known as the Death Strip.
- Berlin Wall Memorial Museum – See the artefacts that tell the story of Berlin’s division and Cold War history.
- Church of Reconciliation – Discover the symbol of peace and resilience, located in the former Berlin Wall’s death strip.
- Escape Tunnel Memorials – Learn about daring escape tunnels used by East Berliners to flee to freedom beneath the Berlin Wall