Your Experience

In this half-day walking tour through "The Streets Of Cold War And East Berlin," you'll delve into a city that once stood at the epicenter of conflict between the USA and USSR. Guided explorations lead you past iconic monuments and buildings, each narrating tales from an era dominated by communism, secret police operations, and the infamous Berlin Wall.

As your journey unfolds in Germany's vibrant capital, begin with a visit to The Palace - once known as "The Palace of Tears." This historic border crossing at Friedrichstrasse Station remains intact today. Discover its poignant history and what it symbolized for East Berlin residents during those tense times.

Your guide will next take you through the ghost stations on Berlin's U-Bahn and S-Bahn metro networks, closed during the Cold War as they lay beyond the reach of the Wall. Continue to Tunnel 57, a site of legendary escape where 57 citizens fled East Berlin under its cover. Experience the eerie "death strip," once filled with gravel that betrayed fleeing footsteps.

Explore further at two significant sites: The Chapel of Reconciliation and the Berlin Wall Memorial, which stands as the central tribute to Germany's division history. Engage in thought-provoking discussions led by your guide about whether East Germany was indeed the most spied-upon society globally or if the fall of the Berlin Wall happened serendipitously.

The tour culminates at Bornholmer Strasse, a poignant location where thousands gathered to dismantle the wall that once divided them. Throughout this experience in Berlin, your English-speaking guide will provide insights into these historic landmarks and stories from both sides of East Berlin during the Cold War era.