Discover Eastern Europe: 10-Day Journey through Prague, Dresden, and Berlin

10 Day Tour of Prague and Berlin

Destinations on this trip: Prague,Berlin

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Tombstones in Prague's Old Jewish Cemetery

Church of St. Nicholas in the Little Quarter of Prague

Overhead view of the Prague Castle complex

street of the Jewish Quarter in Prague leading to the Old Jewish Cemetery

How Long Is the Berlin & Prague in Ten Days Trip and What Does It Cost?

Jewish HeritageWWII History & Communist Era

Duration
10 days / 9 nights
Best time
Jan-Dec
From
$1925 / person (Flights not included)

Experience a captivating 10-day journey through the heart of Central Europe, exploring the rich histories of Prague, Dresden, and Berlin. Wander Prague’s Charles Bridge, the Jewish Quarter, and Prague Castle, uncovering WWII and Communist legacies. Travel by train to Berlin, stopping in Dresden along the way, where you’ll visit the stunning Zwinger Palace. In Berlin, discover the Brandenburg Gate, Holocaust Memorial, and Berlin Wall. With private guided tours, immersive day trips, and expert travel guidance via our app, this trip reveals the essence of Jewish heritage and Europe’s wartime past.

Wander Prague's Royal Route and explore Prague Castle on a private guided tour.
Discover the hidden histories and legends of Prague's Jewish Quarter.
See Berlin's Holocaust Memorial, Brandenburg Gate, and the remnants of the Berlin Wall.
Take an excursion to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp to learn about Nazi atrocities.
Uncover hidden courtyards and the remains of a synagogue in Berlin’s former Jewish neighborhood.

Wander Prague's Royal Route and explore Prague Castle on a private guided tour.
Discover the hidden histories and legends of Prague's Jewish Quarter.
See Berlin's Holocaust Memorial, Brandenburg Gate, and the remnants of the Berlin Wall.
Take an excursion to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp to learn about Nazi atrocities.
Uncover hidden courtyards and the remains of a synagogue in Berlin’s former Jewish neighborhood.

Astronomical Clock

Architecture

Prague Castle

Castles & Chateaux

Charles Bridge

Historic Landmarks

Wenceslas Square

European History

Old Town

Historic Landmarks

The Brandenburg Gate

Historic Landmarks

The Berlin Wall

Historic Landmarks

Checkpoint Charlie

European History

The Reichstag

Architecture

Must see sights

Astronomical Clock

Architecture

Prague Castle

Castles & Chateaux

Charles Bridge

Historic Landmarks

Wenceslas Square

European History

Old Town

Historic Landmarks

The Brandenburg Gate

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The Berlin Wall

Historic Landmarks

Checkpoint Charlie

European History

The Reichstag

Architecture

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4 nights

Prague

Czech Republic

Train: 2.5h

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Berlin

Germany

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What Does the Berlin & Prague in Ten Days Trip Itinerary Look Like?

Day 1

Arrive Prague

Day 1

Arrive Prague

To Be Determined

Airport Transfer

Prague has one main airport, Václav Havel Airport Prague, where almost all visitors arrive. Taxis are available directly at the terminal exit, or you can arrange a private transfer for added convenience.

Arrival in Prague Airport & Transfer by Taxi

To Be Determined — Airport Transfer

Mid-Day/Afternoon — Jewish Quarter

Jews have lived in Prague since its beginnings in the 10th century and have endowed it with a rich heritage. The ghetto was created in the 12th century, as Jews were forced to live separately from Christians. Despite persecution, the community prospered, but sadly, only a small minority survived the Nazi occupation. A lasting legacy remains, including synagogues, architecture, and a fascinating cemetery.

Old Jewish Cemetery

Take an unforgettable visit to one of Europe's largest medieval Jewish cemeteries.

As the Jewish Ghetto was quite cramped, there was no room to expand the cemetery. Unable to acquire further land, and not wishing to dishonor ancestors through the demolition of existing graves, Prague's Jews buried their loved ones in multiple levels. Gravestones are packed in tightly and in some areas the burials reach 12 layers!

Spanish Synagogue

Discover the synagogue considered by many to be Prague's most beautiful.

Completed in 1868, the Spanish Synagogue is the newest synagogue in Prague's Jewish Quarter, but happens to be built on the site of the former Oldest Synagogue in Prague. It is built in a stunning Spanish Moorish style as a symbol of the flowering of the Jewish culture which occurred under Muslim rule on the Iberian Peninsula.

Old-New Synagogue

See the oldest surviving synagogue in Europe and also one of Prague's earliest Gothic buildings.

When built it was Prague’s newest synagogue, but over time became its oldest – hence the “Old-New”. A beautiful ark holds the Torah and legend says its attic is the hiding place of the legendary clay Golem.

Late Afternoon/Early Evening — New Town

Despite being 700 years old, the New Town (Nové Město) is the youngest of the original five independent towns that made up Medieval Prague. The heart of New Town is one of the three original markets around which the town was planned, Wenceslas Square. Not fully given over to tourism like the Old Town, the New Town combines a historic atmosphere with the daily commercial and social life of locals, making it a great place to get a taste of the real Prague.

Wenceslas Square

Experience a mishmash of interesting architecture on Wenceslas Square, Prague's main commercial center.

The square, which could also be described as a wide boulevard, is named after the Patron Saint of Bohemia, whose statue can be seen at the top of the square. Many historical events have taken place here, including the demonstrations of the Velvet Revolution in 1989, which resulted in the collapse of the Communist regime. Today the square is lined by department stores, hotels, and office buildings, many of them notable architectural highlights of the 19th, 20th, and 21st century.

Municipal House

Tour a breathtaking art nouveau venue and stay for a concert, opera, or ballet.

The stunning concert hall is open for tours and hosts performances on most evenings. The main hall is painted by famous Czech artists including Alfons Mucha. A beautiful cafe and restaurant are also housed in the building, and you can find one of Prague's most ornate pubs in the cellar (the "American Bar").

Dancing House

Stroll down the river to find this curvaceous office block designed by Frank Gehry, and whi msically nicknamed Fred & Ginger.

There is no tour of the interior, so most visitors just snap a photo and head out. However, there is a restaurant and bar at the top called Ginger&Fred. For a spectacular view of the city check out the terrace on the top floor (only for paying customers).

National Theater

Experience nationally-sponsored ballet & opera in a magnificent venue.

This concert hall is Prague's most prestigious, and it is not only a symbol of the 19th century Czech national revival but also arguably one of the most beautiful concert venues in Europe. Unfortunately, tours are not regularly offered, but you may attend an opera or ballet if you purchase tickets in advance. The riverfront near the concert hall is one of the most photographed spots in Prague.

National Museum

Explore an interesting museum collection in a grand building completed in 1891.

The recently renovated and improved National Museum is fronted by the iconic equestrian statue of "good king Wenceslas". Beyond it's dramatic exterior you'll find a grand staircase which is a highlight of any visit. Founded in 1818, the museum played a major role in bringing natural science and history to the common man, and also played an important part in the Czech national revival occurring in the 19th century.

Early Evening/Evening — Evening Boat Cruise

Embark on a captivating evening river cruise in Prague on the Vltava River, where the city's historic landmarks come alive under the soft glow of twilight. Glide past Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town while enjoying a glass of bubbly or a gourmet dining experience with fine wines. This enchanting journey offers a unique perspective of Prague's beauty, creating memories against the backdrop of the city's sparkling lights.

Day 1

Arrive Prague

To Be Determined:

Airport Transfer

Mid-Day/Afternoon:

Jewish Quarter

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New Town

Early Evening/Evening:

Evening Boat Cruise

Airport Transfer

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Airport Transfer

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Airport Transfer

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Airport Transfer

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Airport Transfer

To Be Determined — Airport Transfer

Mid-Day/Afternoon — Jewish Quarter

Old Jewish Cemetery

Take an unforgettable visit to one of Europe's largest medieval Jewish cemeteries.

Spanish Synagogue

Discover the synagogue considered by many to be Prague's most beautiful.

Old-New Synagogue

See the oldest surviving synagogue in Europe and also one of Prague's earliest Gothic buildings.

Late Afternoon/Early Evening — New Town

Wenceslas Square

Experience a mishmash of interesting architecture on Wenceslas Square, Prague's main commercial center.

Municipal House

Tour a breathtaking art nouveau venue and stay for a concert, opera, or ballet.

Dancing House

Stroll down the river to find this curvaceous office block designed by Frank Gehry, and whi msically nicknamed Fred & Ginger.

National Theater

Experience nationally-sponsored ballet & opera in a magnificent venue.

National Museum

Explore an interesting museum collection in a grand building completed in 1891.

Early Evening/Evening — Evening Boat Cruise

Day 2

Prague

Day 2

Prague

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Royal Route Guided Tour

On this charming guided walk, you will explore the Prague Castle, the largest castle complex in all of Europe. To reach the castle you will trace the Royal Coronation Route and cross the Charles Bridge, whose “speaking stones” reveal the amazing and often cruel history that occurred there. Your tour guide will then take you either through the castle courtyards and into the dramatic St. Vitus Cathedral in the center of the castle complex, or through the upper part of the castle district around the oversized palaces of the old Catholic nobility and the top of the Castle Steps for incomparable views over the red rooftops of the Little Quarter.

Charles Bridge

Cross the river dividing Prague's most historic neighborhoods, and experience one of Europe's most iconic landmarks.

Maltese Square & Lennon Wall

See a historic wall that has been covered in John Lennon-inspired graffiti since Communist days.

Prague Castle & Royal Route Guided Walk

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Prague Castle

Prague Castle is one of the main attractions in Prague and is also the largest castle complex in the world.

Charles Bridge

Cross the river dividing Prague's most historic neighborhoods, and experience one of Europe's most iconic landmarks.

Maltese Square & Lennon Wall

See a historic wall that has been covered in John Lennon-inspired graffiti since Communist days.

Prague Castle & Royal Route Guided Walk

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Prague Castle

Prague Castle is one of the main attractions in Prague and is also the largest castle complex in the world.

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Royal Route Guided Tour

Prague Castle

Prague Castle is one of the main attractions in Prague and is also the largest castle complex in the world.

The Prague Castle is the largest castle complex in the world with structures dating back to the 9th century. The St Vitus Cathedral and Basilica of St George can be found within the castle walls. The Prague Castle also includes several gardens, palaces, and a monastery. This castle was the seat of power for the Kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman Emperors, and presidents of former Czechoslovakia. Prague Castle is a UNESCO world heritage site and is one of the most visited places in the country. 

Charles Bridge

Cross the river dividing Prague's most historic neighborhoods, and experience one of Europe's most iconic landmarks.

Bridge construction began in 1357 under King Charles IV (hence the name), and it was the only bridge across the Vltava River until 1841. 30 baroque statues of saints line the bridge, and it is filled with street artists and entertainers. Not to be missed.

Maltese Square & Lennon Wall

See a historic wall that has been covered in John Lennon-inspired graffiti since Communist days.

The wall has been covered in graffiti since the 1960s, and during Communism anti-regime sentiment was common. John Lennon's assassination inspired grafitti reflecting his song, Imagine, which earned the wall its current moniker. It is now a favorite gathering place for tourists, and musicians sometimes congregate there as well. Just around the corner is the Maltese Square, which is one of Prague's more quaint and relaxed public spaces, despite being just off the main tourist route.

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon — Prague Castle

Prague Castle is the most visited destination in Prague, and for good reason. The castle's history stretches back over a 1000 years, and it has served as the seat of government for Bohemian kings, Holy Roman Emperors, and presidents of Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic. The castle sits impressively perched on a hill overlooking the city, providing a breathtaking and romantic view.

St Vitus Cathedral

Venture into a mesmerizing gothic church which is the resting place of saints, Bohemian kings, and Holy Roman emperors .

Located within the castle walls and acting as a symbol of the Czech nation, St Vitus Cathedral is the country's largest and most prominent church. Although construction on the cathedral began in 1344 it was not completed for another 600 years, although the later construction was faithful to the original medieval design. It even contains stained glass windows from the famed Czech artist Alfons Mucha. Entry to the front nave is free, although the crypts and other parts of the church are paid entry.

Golden Lane

Wander a narrow street of brightly painted and picturesque cottages literally built out from the walls of the castle.

The Golden Lane is a street situated within the castle grounds. Originally built in the 16th century to house Rudolf II's castle guards, it takes its name from the goldsmiths that lived there in the 17th century. Throughout history, it's been occupied by castle guards, goldsmiths, and others, including for a short time Franz Kafka. The houses are now filled by shops. 

Strahov Monastery

Wander just slightly off-the-beaten-path to discover a hilltop medieval monastery with a stucco-paneled theological hall, a vast library, and a baroque church.

Strahov Monastery was founded in 1143 and in 1420, during the Hussite wars, it was attacked and plundered by the citizens of Prague. Luckily, this was before the monastery's prize attraction was built; a magnificent library with a magnificently painted ceiling. The monastery also contains a beautiful Baroque church, and you can find one of Prague's best viewpoints in the vineyards planted near its south entrance. 

Lobkowicz Palace

Take an intimate audio tour of an art-filled palace, which is narrated by its owners.

The Lobkowicz Palace is the only privately owned building in the Prague Castle complex. The excellent museum tells the fascinating tale of the noble family that once resided within it. An audio guide is narrated by actual family members, who tell the back story behind the beautiful art and artifacts their ancestors collected over the centuries, and describe their flight to America after Nazi and Communist political persecution. 

Late Afternoon to Evening — The Little Quarter

The Little Quarter is a quaint yet lively quarter of Prague tightly nestled on the slope and riverbank beneath the Prague Castle. It is filled with the homes of medieval and renaissance nobility who wanted to live as closely as possible to the castle. Picturesque side streets, beautiful churches, and impressive Baroque architecture all abound within the Little Quarter.

Charles Bridge

Cross the river dividing Prague's most historic neighborhoods, and experience one of Europe's most iconic landmarks.

Church of St. Nicholas

Stare in wonder at Prague's largest and most beautiful baroque church.

Construction on this elegant and incredibly ornate church began in 1745 and took 100 years and 3 generations of architects to complete. You can also climb the tower for a view.

Wallenstein Garden

Escape to these tranquil 17th-century gardens located behind the walls of the Senate palace.

Open from April to October, these grand late renaissance gardens feature a massive limestone grotto created by artificial stalactites, ornamental pools, & classically-inspired statues. Most tourists miss this hidden gem, as the gardens are reached through inconspicious passageways in Wallenstein Palace, which houses the Czech Senate, and the nearby the Malostranská Metro station.

Maltese Square & Lennon Wall

See a historic wall that has been covered in John Lennon-inspired graffiti since Communist days.

Infant Jesus of Prague

See the Infant Jesus of Prague, a wax effigy of the baby Jesus credited with many miracles, which attracts visitors from around the world.

The church was completed in 1613 in the Baroque style and houses the 18.5-inch statue. The church is somewhat plain in comparison to most churches in Prague, but visitors come to see the Infant Jesus of Prague (il Bambino di Praga).

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Prague

Day 3

Prague

Day 3

Prague

Early Morning to Afternoon

Terezín Concentration Camp

The former Terezín Concentration Camp is where the Nazis created a model “Jewish Town” intended to fool the Red Cross and other observers into thinking that the Jews in Europe were being humanely treated. While the ruse worked, the reality, of course, was that almost all of the Jews located in Terezín were killed, either in Terezín or later in Auschwitz. You can visit the ghetto museum, barracks, and prison, and see exhibitions of music, artworks, literature, and a theater, all created by the prisoners themselves.

Excursion to the Terezín Concentration Camp

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Terezín Memorial - The National Cemetery

Terezín Memorial - The National Cemetery

Respectfully visit a graveyard containing over 2,300 victims of the Holocaust.

Excursion to the Terezín Concentration Camp

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Terezín Memorial - The National Cemetery

Respectfully visit a graveyard containing over 2,300 victims of the Holocaust.

Excursion to the Terezín Concentration Camp

Browse the gallery to see some of the highlights

Terezín Memorial - The National Cemetery

Respectfully visit a graveyard containing over 2,300 victims of the Holocaust.

Early Morning to Afternoon — Terezín Concentration Camp

Terezín Memorial - The National Cemetery

Respectfully visit a graveyard containing over 2,300 victims of the Holocaust.

The cemetery was created after the end of the war to hold the remains exhumed from the mass graves. Many were executed or died from disease and exhaustion caused by forced labor and poor conditions. The Nazi response was to simply bury them in mass graves, and survivors wanted a proper cemetery to treat the dead with respect and act as a memorial. 

Late Afternoon/Early Evening — Old Town

A visit to the Old Town transports you to an entirely different era. A labyrinth of twisting cobblestone lanes and alleys surrounds Old Town Square, which has been Prague's municipal center since the Middle Ages. The square is lined by magnificent churches and imposing Renaissance palaces. As you wander through the Old Town, you discover numerous other delights, including several beautiful churches, a plentiful supply of cozy cafes and pubs, and an outdoor market dating back to the Middle Ages.

Old Town Square

Make sure to visit one of Europe's most important, historic, and stunning city squares.

The square is filled with rich history and surrounded by many beautiful old buildings, such as the gothic church of Our Lady before Týn and the baroque church of St. Nicholas. At the center of the square is a large statue of Jan Hus, a church reformer burnt at the stake in 1415, and a lovely and recently-restored column topped by the Virgin Mary. Today the square is filled with street performers, food stalls, and horse-drawn carriages. 

Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock

See Prague's most photographed moment when the late medieval timepiece constructed on the side of the Old Town Hall Tower comes to life at the top of the hour.

Apostles proceed from the tower’s 1410 astronomical clock hourly, flanked by figures representing vanity, greed, death, and pleasure. You can also take an elevator to the top of the Old Town Hall tower for a great view of the Old Town Square and rooftops. Tours of the town hall and its gothic cellars are also offered. 

Church of Our Lady before Týn

Count the spires on the Church of Our Lady Týn before discovering the hidden courtyard behind it.

The 14th-century, Gothic church is a stunning structure with asymmetrical towers (note that the one on the right is slightly larger than the one on the left). It is the dominant feature of Old Town square and serves as an extensive gallery of Gothic, Renaissance and Early Baroque works. The church is the final resting place for the great astronomer Tycho Brahe.

Clementinum

Discover a large historical complex of buildings and courtyards "hidden in plain sight" within the Old Town.

Founded as an abbey in the 11th century and later transformed into a Jesuit university, it is the second largest complex of buildings in Prague after the castle and contains four separate churches. Guided tours begin at 10am, and include an awe-inspiring Baroque library hall and the Astronomical Tower, from which you have a beautiful view of the Old Town.

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Prague

Day 4

Prague

Day 4

Prague

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Velvet Revolution Walking Tour

Commentating on the political upheavals of 1989, the writer and historian Timothy Garton Ash famously pointed out that while Poland had taken 10 years to achieve regime change and Hungary had taken 10 months, Czechoslovakia had achieved the same in a mere 10 days. And the transition from a totalitarian Communist state to nascent democracy was achieved almost without violence or the shedding of blood, hence in the moniker Velvet Revolution. On this tour, you will visit the sites most famously associated with the Revolution, including the residence of the dissident and future president Vaclav Havel, the former headquarters of the infamous STB secret police, and Wenceslas Square.

Guided Tour of Velvet Revolution Sites

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Velvet Revolution Walking Tour

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon — Vyšehrad Fortress

The castle of Vyšehrad was the seat of Bohemia's kings from the 11th to the 12th centuries. Due to its strategic position on a hill overlooking the Vltava River and Prague, it became an important army garrison in the 17th century, and it was transformed into a fortress with huge walls, gates, and ramparts. Walking along these ramparts will offer you wonderful views of the city and river. The interior of the fortress is now given over to a pleasant and quiet park which is a favorite of locals.

Brick Gate and Casemates

Venture within the fortress's massive 17th-century walls and gates.

A tour through the Brick Gate on the fortress's north side will take you through the narrow underground passageways and casemates of the fortress. You will see a historical exhibit on Vy&scaron;ehrad as well as the underground Gorlice Hall, where the original statues from the Charles Bridge are stored for safe-keeping (many of the statues on the bridge are copies). 

Vyšehrad Cemetery

Wander in a graveyard where many prominent Czechs are buried, such as famed composers Dvořák & Smětana.

The cemetery is filled with many tombs which are works of art in themselves, including several arcades with beautiful art-nouveau frescoes. The monumental Slavin tomb is a sort of pantheon of the Czech people, with over 55 prominent persons buried within it. Dvořák and Smětana have their own more modest graves.

Fortress Walls Viewpoint

Enjoy stunning city views from atop the fortress walls.

Prague Castle and most of the city can be seen from above the cavernous Gorlice Hall. A walk along the fortress walls is a delightful experience, as you will enjoy numerous excellent vantage points on all sides of the fortress, enjoying Prague from a different perspective without all the crowds.

Late Afternoon/Early Evening — Petřín Park

Petřin Park is Prague's most prominent park, as it is located on the side of a large hill overlooking the city. The park is filled with cherry orchards, beautiful forests, and lawns, and is crisscrossed by numerous paths as well as the medieval Hunger Wall built by Emperor Charles IV. At the top of the park is an Eiffel Tower-like observation tower which provides an unobstructed view of the city.

Petřín Observatory Tower

Ascend the Czech version of the Eiffel Tower for an astounding 360-degree view.

Petřín Observatory Tower is a cast iron observation tower, built in 1891, that resembles the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Although this structure is only 64m tall, because it is built on a hill it is technically higher than the Eiffel Tower. Visitors enjoy a panoramic view of not only the city center, but also the suburbs and countryside surrounding Prague.

Petřín Mirror Labyrinth

Get delightfully lost in a 19th-century, mirrored labyrinth.

This maze of mirrors was created for an 1891 Exhibition, and it was so popular that it is still open today. It is great fun for kids and adults, especially the trick mirrors. There is also a mural showing a battle which took place on the Charles Bridge in 1648. 

Petřín Funicular Railway

Ride an incline railway to the top of the wooded Petřín Hill to discover forest paths and beautiful city views.

This inclined railway takes visitors to the top of Petřín Hill, where they can ascend the Observation Tower or take a walk through the beautiful forest park overlooking Prague. Riders can also get off at the middle station of the railway and visit one of several restaurants overlooking the city.

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Prague

Day 5

Prague to Berlin

Day 5

Prague to Berlin

Day 6

Berlin

Day 6

Berlin

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Guided Walking Tour of Berlin

On this 3 hour tour, your guide will show you the highlights of Berlin and help you understand what makes this city so unique. Sites visited will include the boulevard Unter den Linden, the Gendarmenmarkt, Check Point Charlie, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Potsdamer Platz, the Holocaust Memorial, the Brandenburg Gate, and the Reichstag.

Brandenburg Gate

Quadriga. Hey, There's a Word to Know When Learning About this Historic Gate

Reichstag

Make your way to the top of the dome enjoying amazing views and looking down at debating members of the German Parliament below.

Highlights of Berlin Guided Walking Tour

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Brandenburg Gate

Quadriga. Hey, There's a Word to Know When Learning About this Historic Gate

Reichstag

Make your way to the top of the dome enjoying amazing views and looking down at debating members of the German Parliament below.

Highlights of Berlin Guided Walking Tour

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Brandenburg Gate

Quadriga. Hey, There's a Word to Know When Learning About this Historic Gate

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Guided Walking Tour of Berlin

Brandenburg Gate

Quadriga. Hey, There's a Word to Know When Learning About this Historic Gate

The Brandenburg Gate was built as a symbol of peace, perverted into a symbol of power by the Nazis, and became a symbol of division during the Cold War. Now, however, it is a symbol of reunification. Completed in 1791, it was topped by the quadriga, a chariot drawn by four horses driven by the goddess of peace. Napoleon seized the quadriga as a spoil of war, but after his defeat, it was returned to the city and met by cheering crowds along the way, transforming the goddess of peace into a goddess of victory, holding a  Germanic cross.

Reichstag

Make your way to the top of the dome enjoying amazing views and looking down at debating members of the German Parliament below.

Officially, the Reichstag is actually the Bundestag, which means the federal parliament. The Reichstag was reduced to a ruined shell by arson in 1933 and by World War II fighting, but it was rebuilt with a striking egg-shaped glass dome. Visitors are given a free audio guide that discusses the building’s history and architecture, while also orientating you to the sites of Berlin. It is an excellent introduction to the city. Note that it is usually necessary to book well in advance!

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon — Iconic Berlin

Many of Berlin’s most iconic symbols are found within a short walk of each other. Most famous of all is the Brandenburg Gate. First built as a symbol of peace, it became a symbol of division during the Cold War. A few steps away stands the Reichstag, which was destroyed in the climax of World War II but which has been beautifully rebuilt with a glass dome. Meanwhile, the modernistic Sony Center also symbolizes a revitalized and rebuilt Berlin. Also close by is the sobering Holocaust Memorial, with its more than 2700 concrete slabs creating an ominous impression of loss. Just beyond it is another reminder of Germany's darkest period - the site of Hitler's bunker during the seige of Berlin.

Brandenburg Gate

Quadriga. Hey, There's a Word to Know When Learning About this Historic Gate

Reichstag

Make your way to the top of the dome enjoying amazing views and looking down at debating members of the German Parliament below.

Sony Center

Check out the futuristic and ground-breaking Sony Center at Potsdamer Platz.

The visually dramatic and future-aesthetic Sony Center is a complex of entertainment, shopping, and office buildings surrounding a plaza canopied by a tentlike glass roof with supporting beams radiating out like bicycle spokes. It also integrates rare relics from Potsdamer Platz's prewar era, such as the opulent Kaisersaal – a fragment of the luxurious pre-war Esplanade Hotel.

Holocaust Memorial

Wander amongst 2,711 columns forming a vast mazelike Holocaust memorial.

The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. It consists of a 19,000 square meter site with over 2700 concrete slabs that grow larger and more ominous as you approach the center of the monument. Beneath the monument lies an information center. 

Late Afternoon to Evening — TV Tower & Old Berlin

The Television Tower and its surroundings in Alexanderplatz are Berlin's main architectural monument to the former East Germany. Despite the high-rent stores and offices that now fill the buildings, you can still detect quite a bit of that old communist character. Somewhat ironically, you'll find the medieval Nikolaiviertel, the oldest residential area of Berlin, just a few steps away. You'll also find nearby the Marienkirche (Berlin's oldest parish church), the displaced Neptune Fountain, the Red Town Hall, statues of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, and the massive Loxx model railway that even non-model train enthusiasts will gasp at.

Television Tower

Soar to the top of this iconic symbol of Berlin in just 40 seconds, and enjoy amazing views from its observation deck.

The 1960s TV Tower (Fernsehturm) is possibly the best surviving example of East Germany’s architectural legacy. In total, it is 1,197 feet tall (368 meters), but you can only go 666 ft to the observation deck, or a bit higher if you have a ticket to the revolving Sphere Restaurant. You ascend in one of two 10-person elevators that take a mere 40 seconds to reach the observation deck.

DDR Museum

Experience life in Communist East Germany in this interactive museum.

This brilliantly evocative and interactive museum helps visitors imagine what life under the Communist East German regime was like. A homage to Ostalgie (nostalgia for East Germany), it offers up memories of the school system, pioneer camps (something like Communist scouts), and the wonderfully clumsy attempts to rival Western clothing and food fashions. It'd all be adorable, if it weren't so oppressive.

Nikolaikirche

Visit the beautifully restored medieval Gothic church which gave the surrounding neighborhood its name.

Dating all the way back to the earliest days of Berlin, this church was probably built just after Berlin was granted town privileges. An unusual feature of its interior is the bright colouring of the vault ribbings: the orange, purple, green and other vivid lines look like a 1960s Pop Art addition, but actually follow a medieval pattern discovered by a 1980s restorer. 

Nikolaiviertel

Escape to Berlin's medieval past in this reconstructed historic district.

The Nikolaiviertel or St. Nicholas Quarter is Berlin's oldest residential area. With its medieval lanes and numerous restaurants and bars, it was a favorite haunt of the artistically-minded in the years before WWII, but that war left it a devastated wasteland. In the 1980's the East German regime attempted a renovation of the neighborhood based on historical models, but the “old Berlin” illusion is not all entirely convincing. The use of East German construction techniques is glaringly obvious in some places, such as prefabricated gables and corrugated concrete panels. As a result, it was scornfully nicknamed “Honecker's Disneyland” after the former East German leader, but today it is a historic curiousity in its own right.

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Berlin

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Berlin

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Berlin

Morning/Mid-Day

City West

In the 1920's the elegant, tree-line boulevard known as the Kurfürstendamm was the center of Berlin's nightlife and leisure scene, attracting writers, film stars, and artists. WWII left it in ruins, and today at the end of the boulevard you'll discover a chilling reminder of that destruction: the purposefully unrecontructed remains of the Memorial Church. During the Cold War, the Kurfürstendamm and its surroundings were central to West Berlin's revitalized identity. This was perhaps best symbolized by the famous KaDeWe, the gigantic department store which served as a symbol of market capitalism lodged in the heart of the Iron Curtain.

Story of Berlin Museum

Take an interactive crash course in Berlin history. (Re-opening Autumn 2021)

Berlin Zoo

Visit Germany's Oldest and Best Known Zoo.

KaDeWe

Shop in the iconic department store of capitalist West Berlin

Stroll the Kurfürstendamm in West Berlin

Browse the gallery to see some of the highlights

Memorial Church

Remind yourself of war's destructiveness by visiting the ruins of this church destroyed during WWII.

Story of Berlin Museum

Take an interactive crash course in Berlin history. (Re-opening Autumn 2021)

Berlin Zoo

Visit Germany's Oldest and Best Known Zoo.

KaDeWe

Shop in the iconic department store of capitalist West Berlin

Stroll the Kurfürstendamm in West Berlin

Browse the gallery to see some of the highlights

Memorial Church

Remind yourself of war's destructiveness by visiting the ruins of this church destroyed during WWII.

Story of Berlin Museum

Take an interactive crash course in Berlin history. (Re-opening Autumn 2021)

Morning/Mid-Day — City West

Memorial Church

Remind yourself of war's destructiveness by visiting the ruins of this church destroyed during WWII.

After its destruction in WWII, the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church was partially rebuilt in modernist style, and partially left in ruins as a powerful reminder of the war. Built-in the 1890s, Kaiser Wilhelm II hoped to inspire the secular proletariat to return to traditional religious values. The neo-Gothic design became ever more colorful as Wilhelm insisted on more bling. The small exhibition inside shows the wartime destruction and a “before and after” model of the city center.

Story of Berlin Museum

Take an interactive crash course in Berlin history. (Re-opening Autumn 2021)

This museum uses reconstructed street scapes, homes, and other interactive exibits to give you good feeling for the atmosphere of Berlin during it's long and often times turbulent history, including during the Nazi and Communist era. You can also tour an underground nuclear shelter.

Berlin Zoo

Visit Germany's Oldest and Best Known Zoo.

Founded in 1844, the Zoologischer Garten Berlin was the first zoo in Germany and features some wonderful animal-inspired architecture as well. The original animals were donated by King Frederick William IV of Prussia, and it now has a collection of around 20,500 animals representing 1,500 different species. The zoo’s aquarium opened in 1913 and now contains one of the largest collections of aquatic life in Europe. 

KaDeWe

Shop in the iconic department store of capitalist West Berlin

Opened in 1907, the Kaufhaus des Westens, or KaDeWe, quickly became a temple of luxury in a rapidly modernising city. It took off again following the German post-war economic miracle and gained new impetus again following German reunification. During Communism, due to it's proximity to East Germany, it became a symbol of the material wealth of the West in comparison to that of countries stuck behind the Iron Curtain.

Afternoon/Late Afternoon — Checkpoint Charlie

The best-known Berlin Wall crossing point between East Berlin and West Berlin during the Cold War, Checkpoint Charlie was the main gateway between the two Berlins for most non-Germans. Next to it is the Mauermuseum recounting the history of the Berlin Wall, while a few hundred yards away is the Topography of Terror depicting the history of the Nazi regime. Nearby, the Jewish Museum explores the fascinating history of Germany's Jewish heritage in a striking modern building - uneven floors, empty spaces, and sharp zig-zags reflect its turbulent experience in Germany.

Jewish Museum

Unveil a fascinating story of triumph, tragedy, and also everyday life in Germany's leading Jewish history museum.

The history of Germany’s once-thriving Jewish population and culture is brilliantly detailed behind American architect Daniel Libeskind’s equally brilliant and shimmering titanium-zinc facade.

Trabi Museum

Sit behind the wheel of East Germany's infamously toxic Trabi.

This little museum is devoted to East Germany's iconic product - the Trabant automobile. Here you'll learn to appreciate the “fewer parts means less trouble” principles of the fibreglass car. 

Topography of Terror

Learn about the horrors of Nazism and the security apparatus it used to enforce its will in this documentation center.

The center has free admission. It is located on a site that headquartered Adolf Hitler's elite killers, the SS, the Gestapo secret police and the Reich Main Security Office, making it the main cog in the Nazi security regime. Standing there today in testament to the evil perpetrated during those years is the Topography of Terror, Germany’s most significant museum on the agents of Nazi terror. 

Early Evening/Evening — River Cruise

The Spree is a 250 mile long river that flows through the German states of Saxony and Brandenburg. But it’s best known for its final stretch where it drifts through the city center of Berlin, flowing under more bridges than in Venice and passing the Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom), the Reichstag and the Charlottenburg chateau. Taking a cruise, whether for an hour or half the day, offers a wonderful way to see the city in a relaxed manner.

Day 7

Berlin

Day 8

Berlin

Day 8

Berlin

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Guided Walking Tour of WW2 & Cold War

Berlin hides a turbulent past scarred by Nazism and Communism, and on this 3 hour guided tour you will uncover this fascinating history. You will visit the locations where Hitler’s bunker and the SS and Gestapo headquarters once stood, and see remnants of the Cold War such as Check Point Charlie and sections of the Berlin Wall.

Holocaust Memorial

Wander amongst 2,711 columns forming a vast mazelike Holocaust memorial.

Topography of Terror

Learn about the horrors of Nazism and the security apparatus it used to enforce its will in this documentation center.

Hitler's Bunker

The site of the bunkers where the Nazi leadership holed up during the final days of World War II, and where Hitler committed suicide on April 30th, 1945.

Berlin in World War II and the Cold War - A Guided Tour

Browse the gallery to see some of the highlights

Reichstag

Make your way to the top of the dome enjoying amazing views and looking down at debating members of the German Parliament below.

Holocaust Memorial

Wander amongst 2,711 columns forming a vast mazelike Holocaust memorial.

Topography of Terror

Learn about the horrors of Nazism and the security apparatus it used to enforce its will in this documentation center.

Hitler's Bunker

The site of the bunkers where the Nazi leadership holed up during the final days of World War II, and where Hitler committed suicide on April 30th, 1945.

Berlin in World War II and the Cold War - A Guided Tour

Browse the gallery to see some of the highlights

Reichstag

Make your way to the top of the dome enjoying amazing views and looking down at debating members of the German Parliament below.

Holocaust Memorial

Wander amongst 2,711 columns forming a vast mazelike Holocaust memorial.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Guided Walking Tour of WW2 & Cold War

Reichstag

Make your way to the top of the dome enjoying amazing views and looking down at debating members of the German Parliament below.

Holocaust Memorial

Wander amongst 2,711 columns forming a vast mazelike Holocaust memorial.

Topography of Terror

Learn about the horrors of Nazism and the security apparatus it used to enforce its will in this documentation center.

Hitler's Bunker

The site of the bunkers where the Nazi leadership holed up during the final days of World War II, and where Hitler committed suicide on April 30th, 1945.

Located in the very center of Berlin, it may seem strange that such a valuable piece of real estate and historically significant site is left as a parking lot, but its association with Hitler makes it unsuitable to any other use. The site was previously left completely unmarked, in order to prevent it from becoming a shrine to modern-day Nazis. Now at least an information board stands at the spot.

Mid-Day to Evening — Wannsee

On January 20, 1942, high-ranking members of the SS, the police force, the government administration and the 'Nazi party' met to discuss the “final solution of the Jewish question” in the Villa Minoux on the shores of the Wannsee lake. The juxtaposition of the tranquil setting and the use to which the villa was put is truly chilling. There is now an exhibition within the villa exploring the history of the meeting and its horrible consequences.

Wannsee Strandbad Beach

Take a dip at this popular spot for locals wanting a quick beach get-a-way.

The Wannsee's beach is the largest open-air public bathing beach in Europe. It's furnished with sand from the German shore of the Baltic Sea. It is only a short train ride away from central Berlin.

Day 8

Berlin

Day 9

Berlin

Day 9

Berlin

Morning to Late Afternoon

Sachsenhausen

The Nazi regime interred over 200,000 people in the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. As the closest camp to Berlin, it was primarily used for political prisoners but also held Jews, prisoners of war, and others. After the Soviets liberated the camp over 60,000 Nazis were interned there in turn. Visitors see recreated camp barracks, the original prisoner kitchens where the prisoners scribbled graffiti onto the walls, crematory ovens, and a multi-media presentation of “everyday life in the camp” narrated by former prisoners.

Excursion to the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp

Morning to Late Afternoon — Sachsenhausen

Late Afternoon to Evening — Courtyards of Berlin

With booming 19th-century population growth, nearly every unoccupied space in Berlin was filled by tenement buildings surrounding small courtyards. The Spandauer Vorstadt neighborhood possesses some of Berlin’s most beautiful courtyards, the Hackesche Höfe, as well as other courtyards which better recall the crowded conditions of industrial Berlin. Here you can discover the partially reconstructed New Synagogue, the former site of the Jewish cemetery, and many hidden reminders of a once vibrant community.

Hackesche Höfe

Stop for a drink or go shopping within Berlin’s most beautiful courtyards.

These nine courtyards are classic examples of Art Deco. Built in 1905-1907 to house businesses, flats and places of entertainment, Hackesche Höfe was conceived of as an antidote to the dowdy and overcrowded courtyards of working-class Berlin. They are elaborately decorated with blue mosaic tiles and other artistic finishes, but nevertheless preserve a layout that was highly typical of much of pre-war Berlin.

Haus Schwarzenberg

Explore a traditional Berlin alleyway courtyard which harbours a trio of small museums relating to the Jewish experience during WWII.

The courtyard's crumbling and grafittied facades give visitors a feel for Berlin tenement life during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Among the museums is the fascinating Museum Blindenwerkstatt Otto Wendt (free; open 10am-8pm daily). It is located in the former rooms of a broom and brush factory run by one Otto Wendt, whose employees were mainly deaf, blind and Jewish. He managed to protect his workers from the concentration camps by having the factory declared essential to the war effort.  

New Synagogue

Visit one of the most important legacies of Berlin's pre-Holocaust Jewish community.

The partially reconstructed synagogue was damaged on Kristallnacht, an anti-Jewish Nazi pogrom. It was not completely destroyed thanks to the intervention of the local police chief. Its ultimate destruction was left to Allied bombers and reconstruction didn’t begin until the late 1980s. While large parts remain unreconstructed, it is still possible to visit the interior.

Day 9

Berlin

Day 10

Depart Berlin

Day 10

Depart Berlin

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Berlin in World War II and the Cold War - A Guided Tour
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2nd Class Train Tickets from Prague to Dresden
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Since the fall of its notorious wall, Berlin’s unification has seen it go from strength to strength. No wonder the city feels like it hasn’t stopped partying since the 1990s. There is so much to celebrate here. Fueled by the robust economy, a thriving tech scene, and straight-up German bonhomie, when you step into Berlin you’ll soon be caught up in its spirit. For all this gusto, Berlin hasn’t forgotten its troubled past. A visit to Berlin is to bear witness to history. Portions of the wall remain intact, and the city’s Jewish Museum offers a detailed, emotional examination of the Holocaust. Inside the reconstructed Reichstag, every attempt has been made to preserve the parliament’s beleaguered history. The buildings' glass dome addition feels less like a triumphal crown and more like a freshly healed battle scar. Days in Berlin are easily spent wandering from a cafe to the cultural institutions on Museum Island, or over to the Charlottenburg Palace. By night, crowds wander through the booming bars and nightclubs or gaze upon the floodlit Brandenburg Gate and Victory Column monuments. An international city that can offer something to everyone, Berlin is an unmissable stop on your German journey.

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Airport Transfer

To Be Determined — Airport Transfer

Mid-Day/Afternoon — Jewish Quarter

Old Jewish Cemetery

Spanish Synagogue

Old-New Synagogue

Late Afternoon/Early Evening — New Town

Wenceslas Square

Municipal House

Dancing House

National Theater

National Museum

Early Evening/Evening — Evening Boat Cruise

To Be Determined — Airport Transfer

Mid-Day/Afternoon — Jewish Quarter

Old Jewish Cemetery

Spanish Synagogue

Old-New Synagogue

Late Afternoon/Early Evening — New Town

Wenceslas Square

Municipal House

Dancing House

National Theater

National Museum

Early Evening/Evening — Evening Boat Cruise

Royal Route Guided Tour

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Royal Route Guided Tour

Prague Castle

Charles Bridge

Maltese Square & Lennon Wall

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon — Prague Castle

St Vitus Cathedral

Golden Lane

Strahov Monastery

Lobkowicz Palace

Late Afternoon to Evening — The Little Quarter

Charles Bridge

Church of St. Nicholas

Wallenstein Garden

Maltese Square & Lennon Wall

Infant Jesus of Prague

Terezín Concentration Camp

Early Morning to Afternoon — Terezín Concentration Camp

Terezín Memorial - The National Cemetery

Late Afternoon/Early Evening — Old Town

Old Town Square

Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock

Church of Our Lady before Týn

Clementinum

Velvet Revolution Walking Tour

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Velvet Revolution Walking Tour

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon — Vyšehrad Fortress

Brick Gate and Casemates

Vyšehrad Cemetery

Fortress Walls Viewpoint

Late Afternoon/Early Evening — Petřín Park

Petřín Observatory Tower

Petřín Mirror Labyrinth

Petřín Funicular Railway

Train to Berlin via Dresden

10:28 - 12:50, 18:55 - 21:01 — Train to Berlin via Dresden

Guided Walking Tour of Berlin

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Guided Walking Tour of Berlin

Brandenburg Gate

Reichstag

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon — Iconic Berlin

Brandenburg Gate

Reichstag

Sony Center

Holocaust Memorial

Late Afternoon to Evening — TV Tower & Old Berlin

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