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Cold War Berlin: Espionage, Berlin Wall, and a Divided City
Cold War Walking Tour of Berlin
Cold War Walking Tour of Berlin
Cold War Walking Tour of Berlin
Cold War Walking Tour of Berlin

Cold War Berlin: Espionage, Berlin Wall, and a Divided City

By Insider Tour Berlin
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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$38 per adult
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Overview

Join this expertly guided walking tour of Berlin and step into the heart of the Cold War conflict that defined an era. Witness first-hand the powerful remnants of the military standoff between the Western and communist worlds. With your knowledgeable guide, explore the Berlin Wall and hidden sections of the deadly Death Strip, stand beside a preserved guard tower, and delve into the mysterious underground 'Ghost Stations'.

Stand above the sites of escape tunnels and hear the gripping tales of those who risked everything to create them. Uncover stories of espionage and the intense face-offs between the CIA and KGB in this geopolitical flashpoint. Learn about the influential leaders and pivotal events that kept the world teetering on the edge of nuclear war for decades.

Your guide will bring to life what daily existence was like for Berlin’s residents during nearly 45 years of division and tension, and shed light on the far-reaching consequences that continue to shape our world today.

Activity location

  • Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station
    • Georgenstr. 14/17
    • 10117, Berlin, Germany, Germany

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Reichstagufer 17
    • 17 Reichstagufer
    • 10117, Berlin, Berlin, Germany

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Cold War Berlin: Espionage, Berlin Wall, and a Divided City
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 am
Price details
NZ$37.77 x 1 AdultNZ$37.77
Total
Price is NZ$37.77
Until Wed, 7 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal Expert Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBerlin Transport AB Zone ticket
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring a Berlin Transport AB Zone ticket
  • As a good amount of walking is involved, comfortable shoes are recommended

Activity itinerary

Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station
  • 15m
The meeting point for your Cold War tour is at Friedrichstrasse Train Station, a historic location at the heart of Berlin’s division. Here, your expert guide will give you an overview of the fascinating three-hour journey ahead, outlining the key sites and stories you'll explore. From there, you'll embark on a unique experience aboard the "ghost train" — an underground route that once connected East and West Berlin during the Cold War. This will set the stage for a deeper understanding of the city's dramatic history, the tension of the divided years, and the personal stories that shaped Berlin's past.
Admiralspalast Berlin
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
See the location where the East German Political Party (SED) was founded in 1946
Palace of Tears
  • 20m
The Place of Tears (Tränenpalast) is a poignant site in Berlin, located at Friedrichstrasse Station. This former border crossing was the emotional heart of the city's division during the Cold War, where East and West Berliners were forced to say tearful goodbyes as they were separated by the Berlin Wall. Officially known as the "Palace of Tears," it became a symbol of the heartache caused by the division of families and loved ones. Today, the Tränenpalast houses a museum that tells the storey of the emotional and physical toll the Wall took on the lives of Berliners, featuring exhibits about escape attempts, the harsh separation between East and West, and the reunification that followed. As part of your walking tour, you’ll visit this deeply moving site and reflect on the personal stories of loss, longing, and resilience that marked this dramatic chapter of Berlin's history.
Bernauer Straße (Pass by)
Take a ghost train ride up to Nordbahnhof. Learn about what happened in a divided city with the underground which went historically from East to West.
Memorial of the Berlin Wall
  • 30m
The Bernauer Strasse Wall Memorial is one of the most significant and moving sites in Berlin for understanding the city's division during the Cold War. Located along the former border between East and West Berlin, this memorial preserves a stretch of the Berlin Wall and the surrounding "Death Strip" where many attempted escapes were tragically thwarted. The memorial includes an open-air exhibition, a preserved section of the Wall, a watchtower, and the Chapel of Reconciliation, offering a vivid glimpse into the harsh realities of life under the Wall. As part of your walking tour, you'll learn about the courage and sacrifices of those who tried to escape, the impact of the Wall on the lives of Berliners, and the eventual reunification that marked a new chapter for the city and the world.
Chapel of Reconciliation
  • 10m
The Church of Reconciliation (Kirche der Versöhnung) in Berlin is a powerful symbol of the city’s history and resilience. Located in the former no-man’s land of the Berlin Wall, this small but significant church was originally built in the 1960s and stood as a beacon of hope during the Cold War. It was severely damaged during the construction of the Wall but was left standing as a symbol of peace and reconciliation. Today, the church serves as a poignant reminder of the division Berlin once experienced and the ongoing journey towards unity. On this walking tour, you’ll visit this historic site and hear the storey of its remarkable survival, reflecting on the themes of healing and overcoming adversity.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBerlin Friedrichstrasse Station
    • Georgenstr. 14/17
    • 10117, Berlin, Germany, Germany

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEReichstagufer 17
    • 17 Reichstagufer
    • 10117, Berlin, Berlin, Germany

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