Berlin Mitte Historical Landmarks Walking Tour

Discover the fascinating historical landmarks and hidden gems of Berlin Mitte with our unique walking tours.
Get exclusive insights into Berlin's rich history, architecture, art, culture, and daily life from our expert tour guides.
walking tour takes around 5/6 hours, covering and picture most of Berlin Mitte's historical highlights and information about the landmarks. You can choose to do one part, or the Berlin Highlights Mitte Complet.
We also offer insider recommendations for Berlin's vibrant culture, food, drink, and music. We can also use the public transport. (tickets not included.

Meeting Point

Berlin

Berlin, Germany

Start and finish like you wish!

What's included:

• Licenced Guide
• Excellence Service

Not included:

• Tips

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Berliner Fernsehturm

Panoramastr. 1A, Berlin, 10178

From here, we walk and pass the Red Town Hall, Marien Church, Neptune's Fountain, and arrive at Museum Island, one of the most important museum complexes in the world. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island. Berlin's historic former Royal Quarter – the beautiful boulevard of Unter den Linden.

10 minutes

Rotes Rathaus

Rathausstrasse 15, Berlin, 10178

The Rotes Rathaus is a historic and iconic building that serves as the seat of the city's government. The name "Rotes Rathaus" translates to "Red City Hall" in English, and it is so named due to the distinctive red brick facade that characterizes the building.
History:
The history of the Rotes Rathaus dates back to the late 19th century. The building was designed by Hermann Friedrich Waesemann and was constructed between 1861 and 1869. Its architectural style is reminiscent of the Northern German Brick Gothic tradition, giving it a distinctive and impressive appearance. Over the years, the building has undergone various renovations and expansions, reflecting the evolving needs of the city's administration.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Humboldt Forum im Berliner Schloss

Schloßpl. 1, 10178 Berlin, Germany

The Humboldt Forum is a cultural institution and museum complex in the heart of Berlin, Germany. It is situated on the Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the central part of the city. The Humboldt Forum officially opened in December 2020, representing a significant cultural and architectural project.
History and Concept:
The idea for the Humboldt Forum traces its roots back to the late 20th century when discussions began about redeveloping the previously occupied area of the Palace of the Republic. This building was demolished in the early 2000s. The Humboldt Forum is named after the brothers Alexander and Wilhelm von Humboldt, influential figures in science, culture, and exploration during the 18th and 19th centuries.

15 minutes

Museum Island

Breite Street, Berlin, 13089

Museum Island, one of the world's most important museum complexes, is a group of five museums in Berlin, Germany. They are the Altes Museum, the Neues Museum, the Alte Nationalgalerie, the Bode-Museum, and the Pergamonmuseum.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island. Berlin's historic former Royal Quarter on the beautiful boulevard of Unter den Linden, which runs through the island, is home to many museums and galleries.
The island was originally naturally in the Spree river and gradually connected to both river banks with soil and rubble. The original name of this island was Schlossinsel (Palace Island) or simply Insel (Island). In 1537, the Schloßbrücke was made(by which the island connected to the river bank). A new bridge across the Spree was built in 2011. This bridge was destroyed in 1945 during World War II and again in 1996. The island's name comes from a former toll house that stood on it for more than 200 years - Töpfer-Tor (Tobacconist's Gate).

15 minutes

Deutsches Historisches Museum

Unter den Linden 2, Berlin, 10117

The Deutsches Historisches Museum (German Historical Museum) is a museum in Berlin, Germany, that is dedicated to showcasing the history of Germany from its medieval origins to the present day. It is one of the largest and most important historical museums in the country, providing visitors with a comprehensive overview of German history and culture.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Neue Wache

Unter Den Linden 4, Berlin, 10117

House of guards

15 minutes

Book Burning Memorial at Bebelplatz

Bebelplatz 1, Berlin, 10117

Just after the island you get to see the Forum Fridericianum which consists of the State Opera, the Law Faculty of Humboldt University, the main building of Humboldt University, the State Library and the first Catholic Church in Berlin, St. Hedwig's Cathedral.
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Centered in the middle of the forum on Bebelplatz, – famous as the ‘Nazi Book (25,000 burnt books) Burning Square where you find a memorial in remembrance of the burning of the books 1933.

10 minutes

Gendarmenmarkt

Berlin, 10117

Shortly after we arrive at the spectacular Gendarmenmarkt where you find the former Royal Concert Hall flanked by the German Dom on its south side and by the French Dom on its north side.
Up to the present day, the square is seen as one of the most beautiful in Europe!

10 minutes

Neue Wache

Unter Den Linden 4, Berlin, 10117

The Neue Wache, or New Guardhouse, is a prominent memorial and museum in Berlin, Germany. It holds historical significance and serves as a solemn reminder of the human cost of war and the suffering caused by conflict. The building has undergone several transformations over the years, becoming a symbol of remembrance.

10 minutes

Checkpoint Charlie

Friedrichstr. 43-45, Zimmerstraße, Berlin, 10117

The next stop of our tour is Checkpoint Charlie: one of the most famous border crossings of the Berlin Wall which almost ended up as the starting point of a third world war.

15 minutes

Topography of Terror

Niederkirchnerstrasse 8, , Berlin, 10963

Along the former border strip, you will see original parts of the Berlin Wall and the site of the "Topography of Terror", one of the most frequently visited documentation centres on the period of National Socialism, the former location of the Headquarters of the SS and Gestapo

10 minutes

Fuhrerbunker

Gertrud-Kolmar-Str. 14, Berlin, 10117

The Führerbunker, also known as the Führer's bunker, was a subterranean bunker complex located in Berlin, Germany, that served as Adolf Hitler's last headquarters during the final days of World War II. The bunker gained historical significance as the place where Hitler spent his last days before his death.

10 minutes

The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe

Cora-Berliner-Strasse 1, Berlin, 10117

The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, also known as the Holocaust Memorial, opened 2005, commemorating the murder of more than 6 million Jews during National Socialism.

10 minutes

Brandenburg Gate

Pariser Platz, Berlin, 10117

Afterwards the tour will take you on to one of the most famous landmarks in Berlin: the Brandenburg Gate. Then we leave the former Eastern part of Berlin and enter the Memorial to the Murdered Sinti and Roma, the Government District consisting of the Reichstag/Bundestag and Chancellery.

10 minutes

Reichstag Building

Platz der Republik 1, Berlin, 10557

It was the first German parliament building to house both houses of Parliament, which consists of two chambers: the Bundestag and Bundesrat. which is typical in Germany, was built in 1894. The Bundesrat consists of members from each of Germany's 16 states and meets to discuss legislation that impacts state interests. The Reichstag building is one of Berlin's most famous landmarks. It was built in 1894 by Paul Wallot and opened in 1897. The Bundesrat, located on Wilhelmstrasse (formerly Leipzigerstrasse), the location where it meets Unter den Linden, was completed in 1877 after Paul Wallot's death. The dome at the top of the building has been restored several times since its original construction. The Reichstag suffered damage during World War II when it was hit by bombs dropped by British and American planes. In 1998. Germany's Parliament moved from Bonn to Berlin; the dome of the Reichstag is one of the most prominent symbols of modern Germany.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included