Potsdam Royal Palaces and History Tour
Experience the Grandeur of Prussia on an 8 Hour Tour of Potsdam's Historic Palaces and Gardens

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- • Explore Potsdam's Lavish Palaces and Gardens
- • Enjoy An 8-Hour Private Tour of Historical Potsdam
- • Visit The Most Iconic Sites Of Prussia, Including Sanssouci Palace
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Discover the enchanting beauty of Potsdam with a Private Tour that combines comfort and culture in one extraordinary experience. Explore the regal palaces and stunning gardens of this historic German city, once the summer residence of the Hohenzollern monarchy. Relive history as you stroll through the elegant landscapes and visit the sites that played pivotal roles in shaping modern Europe, making this tour perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike.
Embarking on this 8-hour journey means enjoying the luxury of a private vehicle, ensuring a seamless exploration of the UNESCO-listed treasures of Potsdam. Stops include the breathtaking Sanssouci Palace, the opulent Neues Palais, and the historical Cecilienhof, where major world leaders convened at the Potsdam Conference. The experience also highlights the Glienicke Bridge, famously known as the 'Bridge of Spies.' With an audio guide for the palaces, participants can delve into the fascinating stories and artistic wonders housed within these grand structures. Each stop is carefully curated to allow ample time for enjoyment and reflection, making this tour a breathtaking blend of history and beauty.
This Private Tour with a Vehicle is not only a wonderful way to experience the essence of Potsdam but also an exceptional gift idea for loved ones who cherish history, culture, and exploration. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply looking to treat a friend or family member to an unforgettable outing, gifting this adventure promises to create lasting memories surrounded by the elegance of Prussian heritage.
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Experience Overview:
Potsdam: Private Tour With A Vehicle – Time For Palace Entries Included!Potsdam was a city of kings – a German Versaille where the Hohenzollern monarchy of Prussia constructed lavish palaces in which they could spend their summers. It was also the setting for the Potsdam Conference, where geopolitical giants Josef Stalin, Harry Truman and Winston Churchill met in the summer of 1945 to seal the post-war fate of Germany and Europe.
This 8-hour tour with a car takes you to Potsdam to experience the pomp and grandeur of Prussia and explore the origins of the Cold War. With your own private vehicle, you have the opportunity to explore much more of the UNESCO-listed palace gardens than would be possible by just walking.
As part of the tour, you will be able to explore the interior of Potsdam Palaces. Please be aware that palace entry costs are not covered as part of the tour and that your guide will not guide you inside the palaces. You will be supplied with an audio guide for the duration of your visit to each palace.
What's included:
- Private vehicle with a professional driver
- Professional, local guide
Not included:
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Palace entry costs
What to expect:
Duration: 8 hours
Sanssouci Palace
Maulbeerallee, Potsdam, 14469, Brandenburg
Climb through the tiered vineyard up to Frederick the Great's iconic summer palace. Visit the grave of Prussia's most famous monarch, and learn how he became a legend. Go inside the palace and marvel at the stunning decor of the 13 rooms.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Cecilienhof
Im Neuen Garten 11, 14469 Potsdam, Germany
See where Truman, Churchill and Stalin sat for plenary sessions when they met to shape the fate of post-war Germany and Europe at the Potsdam Conference.
Please note that Cecilienhof Palace is closed for restoration work from November 1, 2024, until approximately mid-fall 2027. Interior visits will not be possible during this time.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Glienicke Bridge
Konigstrasse, Potsdam, 14467, Brandenburg
Cross the 'Bridge of Spies', from West Berlin into East Germany, where the US and USSR swapped captured agents during the Cold War.
10 minutes
Neues Palais
Am Neuen Palais, Potsdam, 14469, Brandenburg
Stare up in awe at the imposing New Palace, largest of the residences on the Potsdam grounds and what Frederick the Great referred to as his 'boasting', and witness where Kaiser Wilhelm II signed the declaration that sent the Germans to war in 1914.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Marmorpalais
Im Neuen Garten 10, , Potsdam, 14469, Brandenburg
Gaze out over the Heiligen See (the 'Holy Lake') and take in beautiful views of Frederick William II's Marble Palace.
5 minutes
Potsdam Friedenskirche
Am Gruenen Gitter 3, Potsdam, 14469, Brandenburg
Explore the private church of the Prussian monarchy, and descend into the crypts to visit the graves of Frederick William IV and his wife Elizabeth, queen of Prussia and former princess of Bavaria.
15 minutes
Sanssouci Picture Gallery
Im Park Sanssouci 4, 14469 Potsdam, Germany
See where Frederick the Great housed his private art collection, a building the lead architect said would rival the splendor of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor)
Luisenplatz, Potsdam, 14467, Brandenburg
Walk beneath the towering arch of Potsdam's Brandenburg Gate – built to celebrate the Prussian triumphs in the three Silesian Wars, and predating Berlin's Brandenburg Gate by roughly 20 years.
10 minutes
Dutch Quarter
Mittelstrasse, Potsdam, 14467, Brandenburg
Wander through the close-set streets of picturesque, red-brick houses in the Dutch Quarter and learn how Dutch craftsmen were drawn to Potsdam in the early 18th century to contribute to the expansion of the then garrison town.
10 minutes
Nauen Gate
Nauner Srasse, Potsdam, Brandenburg
Pass beneath another of Potsdam former city gates, built to designs created by Frederick the Great and the first example of British Gothic Revivalist architecture appearing in Germany.
5 minutes
Old Market Square
Potsdam, 14467, Brandenburg
Drive past Potsdam's 'Alte Markt' and see the Nicholas Church, the Old Town Hall, and the former Potsdam City Palace – now the Brandenburg State Parliament building.
Pass by without stopping
Alexandrowka
Alexandrowka 2, Potsdam, Brandenburg
Drive around the thirteen charming wooden houses of the 'Russian Village', originally the home of the home of the Russian singers of the First Prussian Regiment of the Guards.
Pass by without stopping
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Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Product SKU: DE-26446-0032
Potsdam Kings' Palaces and Cold War Tour
BB
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Potsdam's Lavish Palaces and Gardens
- • Enjoy An 8-Hour Private Tour of Historical Potsdam
- • Visit The Most Iconic Sites Of Prussia, Including Sanssouci Palace
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