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Free tour

Berlin Explored ‘A Shadowed Journey Through History’ - Christmas Market Special

4.73
Good(26)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Symen
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Registered on 27 December 2024
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Hi All! My name is Symen, I am 26 years old and I come from the Netherlands. I am an, open interested, and most important, person with a good sense of humour. This is also what you are going to recognize in the tour, I love to tell stories and have a nice interaction with the group around me. With that energy, it is going to be a great evening! I love to share my passion and and understanding about the German and Berlin history during the tour. Private tours are anytime possible upon request!
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

🎄 Welcome to Christmas in Berlin!

Say “Christmas markets,” and you say Germany — and nowhere does it better than Berlin.

If you’re looking for an atmospheric, festive, and historically rich tour of Berlin that blends the city’s highlights with the magic of the Christmas season — you’ve found it!

With an open mind, a touch of humor, and a good dose of Christmas spirit, this tour is the perfect way to dive into Berlin’s winter charm.

I’ll guide you through stories that keep you curious and engaged — from Berlin’s layered history to its glowing streets, twinkling lights, and cozy markets. Ask as many questions as you like; that’s what keeps the experience alive!

We’ll start by exploring how the city’s past shaped the Berlin we see today — even during the holidays. From there, we’ll stroll through the city as it lights up for Christmas, ending at one of the most enchanting sights of all: the Christmas market at Gendarmenmarkt, transformed into a winter wonderland from November 24th.

To keep the story flowing, we’ll move chronologically through history — but with a festive twist. Yes, we’ll touch on some serious moments, yet you’ll feel the warmth and sparkle of the season everywhere we go. By the end, you’ll not only know Berlin’s story — you’ll have felt it, wrapped in lights and winter cheer.

🌟 What will we see during the tour?

  • Topography of Terror (meeting point)
  • Checkpoint Charlie
  • Gendarmenmarkt Christmas Market 🎁
  • Bebelplatz
  • Museum Island
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Reichstag
  • Holocaust Memorial (end point)


We’ll see all of this in the evening glow, when Berlin shines brightest — from grand monuments to cozy wooden market stalls. Afterwards, you’ll be perfectly placed to warm up with a cup of Glühwein or explore one of the nearby festive bars.



Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Jelbi Niederkirchnerstraße, 10117 Berlin, Germany
I will be waiting for you at the Niederkirchnerstraße 8, In front of the Martin-Gropius-Bau, in the right corner. I will be holding a recognizable yellow umbrella.
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Outside visit
Martin-Gropius-Bau
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Outside visit
Checkpoint Charlie
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Outside visit
Gendarmenmarkt
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Professionalism
4.62
Fun
4.50
Communication
4.69
Quality
4.46
Route
4.69

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 20 people.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
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