World War II in Berlin - A Guided Excursion

This expert-led walking excursion traces the key sites of World War II in Berlin, offering deep insights into one of the most dramatic chapters in world history.



The History of the Third Reich

In around 2.5 hours, you’ll visit locations where decisive moments unfolded before and during the war. These sites — from political power centres to places of resistance — make the city’s history feel almost tangible.

Memorials and Sites of Remembrance

Alongside iconic landmarks such as the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, and Holocaust Memorial, you’ll stand where Hitler’s bunker once lay and explore the former Gestapo and SS headquarters. You’ll also visit the courtyard where Claus von Stauffenberg was executed after his failed attempt to assassinate Hitler.

The excursion can be extended with a visit to the imposing Soviet war memorial in Treptower Park, a striking reminder of the city’s layered past.

For those who wish, the journey can continue to Treptower Park, where the towering Soviet war memorial stands as a reminder that the city’s history has more than one narrative.

Expert-Led Exploration

Guided by an experienced historian and educator, you’ll have the chance to ask questions, exchange ideas, and reflect on how this history still shapes the world today. This is more than a walk — it’s a journey into the heart of 20th-century history.

Berlin is not just a city to see. It is a city to understand.