After WWII Berlin went from being the capital city of Nazi Germany to being the pivotal city in the struggle to control war-torn Europe. Berlin became the frontier of the Cold War, where the two superpowers collided.
Insider Tours helped compile the History Channel documentary on the Berlin Wall as seen by millions.
After WWII Berlin went from being the capital city of Nazi Germany to being the pivotal city in the struggle to control war-torn Europe. Berlin became the frontier of the Cold War, where the two superpowers collided.
Discover the divided city of Berlin, retrace the often ghost-like trail of the death strip and the Berlin Wall, coming upon some of the more intriguing fortifications of its border, from guard towers to tank traps. Walk along Bernauer Strasse, site of many remarkable escape attempts.
Learn of successful and failed escapes in the face of a Border Command that would sooner follow the order of 'shoot to kill' than allow the heinous crime of 'flight from the Republic'.
Discover the methods of the Stasi (East German State Security) and learn about the systems, devices and people that kept the entire East German population under surveillance for 40 years. Who were the key figures in the GDR leadership and where are they today?
Get an extraordinary insight into what it meant to live in the GDR, the eastern bloc’s most heavily policed state. What was it like to live "Behind the Wall"?
"It is our duty to retain proof of this madness to guard against any possibility of its return."
The Senator for Urban Development concerned that the Wall had been almost completely erased from the face of Berlin.
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"This tour was utterly brilliant, by far the best I have done anywhere in the world."
Paul, Perth, 6th Sep '18"His anecdotes and stories made spaces and buildings come alive, even places I had been to before."
Phil, England, 12th Aug '18" Within four hours ~ 100 years of history was brought together in a way that make you yearn for more time in this beautiful city."
Jon & Leah, 21st Aug '18"It is truly an experience I will never forget..."
Richard Wong, USA, 14th Sep '18" Although I had already visited the city myself, he showed beautiful other places (historical centre) and provided excellent information. ."
Theo, Netherlands, 12th Aug '18"This man is like a walking encyclopedia, has a good sense of humor and a lovely, friendly personality! Highly recommended!"
Yuval Gelfand, Israel, 15th Sep '18"After visiting five cities in Germany and Austria, one of the strongest memories that we cherish would have to be the Berlin walking tour."
Vladimir & Daliah Gurin, 10th Aug '18"We would highly recommend this tour..."
Colleen Wall, Australia, 16th Aug '18"This was our sixth walk with them and we are grateful for their wonderful presence and excellent guides."
Lewis, Palm Springs, 17th Aug '18"Take this walking tour! You will not be disappointed..."
Carol K, USA, 31st Aug '18