Private walking history tour in Berlin
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House of Hohenzollern Berlin Tour

Half a day of unexpected insights into Hohenzollern history in the heart of Berlin

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Martin | about the guide

For centuries, the House of Hohenzollern ruled over Prussia, the German Empire and Romania. This powerful dynasty left its mark across Germany and traces of its influence are still visible today. This private 3-hour walking tour is a unique opportunity to discover Berlin's most striking and beautiful, landmarks, which are all, in one way or another, connected to the House of Hohenzollern. Explore the vast square, Gendarmenmarkt, with its fabled concert hall and towering French and German Churches. Discover Hausvogteiplatz and its memorial commemorating the deportation of the many Jews who worked in Berlin's garment industry. Admire St Hedwig’s Cathedral, whose original design was inspired by the Pantheon in Rome. Are you ready to step back in time to discover the history, stories and secrets underpinning some of Germany’s most iconic monuments?

  • Berlin
    Germany
  • 3 hrs
    DURATION
  • 10
    MAX. No. ON TOUR

TOUR DETAILS

keywords :
House of Hohenzollern, Berlin monuments, German history, St Hedwig’s Cathedral
transport :
By foot
ACTIVITY LEVEL :
Light
ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
yes
Kid friendly :
From 12 years old
LANGUAGES:
Allemand/German (native), Français/French (Bilingual), Anglais/English (Bilingual)
MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
10

INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

- Service of professional private guide for 3 hours

NOT INCLUDED

- Drinks during the tour - Personal expenses - Transport (but can be arranged for an extra) - Pick up by car, if needed (this can be arranged for a supplement)

ITINERARY

The 3-hour tour starts at Gendarmenmarkt with its fabled Schinkel-designed concert hall flanked by the French and German Cathedrals. Your tour will continue to Hausvogteiplatz, formerly the center of Berlin's once vibrant Garment District. Next, you’ll discover some of the stunning townhouses and the newly opened Barenboim-Said Academy. You’ll pass by St. Hedwig’s Cathedral, the Faculty of Law of Berlin's Humboldt University - formerly the Royal Library - the State Opera, the Zeughaus (Old Arsenal) and finally Museum Island. You’ll also stop somewhere along the way for a hard-earned coffee break.

WHERE AND WHEN?

MEET-UP LOCATION:
Gendarmenmarkt or your hotel, if centrally located
END OF TOUR LOCATION:
Museum Island

about
your guide

Martin

Berlin

languages :
Allemand/German, Français/French, Anglais/English

I’m a true Berliner who lived in the city until the mid 90’s, before moving abroad (Paris, London, Bath, Birmingham and Lytham-St.-Anne’s). I came back in 2010 and have been working as a tour guide ever since. On my return, I had to rediscover the city as so much had changed. These constant transformations make Berlin a fascinating place to live and visit. My vision of Berlin takes you beyond the guide books to discover local life, traditions and culture. I’m a culture, architecture, art lover. Wherever I live or visit, I set out to discover its museums, monuments and hidden treasures. It isn’t all that surprising I ended working as a guide! I feel passionate about showing people around my city and revealing the stories behind the buildings. My hobbies? Old films (1920s, Nouvelle Vague, 1940’s Hollywood), long walks with my dog, the arts, history, architecture and photography.

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