About this activity

Cancellation policy Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Duration 1 day
Meeting Point Meet at G83Q+C44, Berlin, Germany

Editor's Note

Look, I’ve spent more years than I’d like to admit tracking occupancy rates and chasing leads in this industry, and if there is one thing that bugs me, it’s how "authentic travel" snobs look down on the humble hop-on hop-off bus. They’ll tell you to get lost in the U-Bahn instead, but honestly? Why struggle with a transit map when you can sit on a deck and actually see the Reichstag without a tunnel wall in the way? Berlin is massive—nearly a third of it is green space or water—and trying to "walk it" is a rookie mistake that'll leave your RevPAR-inflated hotel bed feeling like the only sanctuary. This tour is the bread and butter of German sightseeing for a reason; it’s efficient, it's loud, and it gets the job done without the pretension. Sometimes, being a "tourist" is actually the most logical way to travel.

About the Tour

Berlin is a city that doesn't just hold history; it wears it on its sleeve. From the scars of the Cold War to the lush expanse of its parks and gardens, this tour offers a comprehensive lens through which to view the German capital. With audio commentary available in multiple languages, you aren't just looking at buildings—you’re hearing the stories of the groundbreaking events that shaped the modern world.

The Routes

You can choose between two distinct loops, or combine them to get a full sense of how the "Old West" and the "Trendy East" have merged into one of Europe's most vibrant hubs.

The Classic Route This is your "Greatest Hits" album of Berlin. If you want to tick off the heavy hitters like the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie, this is where you spend your time. It covers the heart of the former West and the historic center.

  • Key Stops: KaDeWe, Potsdamer Platz, Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburger Tor, and the Reichstag.

The Trendy East Berlin & Wall Route For those who want to feel the grit and the creative pulse of the city, this route heads toward the remains of the Berlin Wall. It’s a bit more "bohemian" and focuses on the areas that defined the city's alternative culture post-1989.

  • Key Stops: Mauerpark (famous for its flea markets), Karl-Marx-Allee, and the iconic East Side Gallery.

Special Seasonal Option: Tour of Lights

If you happen to be in town during the annual light festival, the Tour of Lights is an absolute must. You’ll trade the pre-recorded audio for live commentary in English and German while watching the city’s landmarks get illuminated in technicolor from an open-top bus.

Whether you're here for the Prussian architecture or the river-side views, these buses run frequently enough that you never feel tethered to a schedule. Just hop off when something catches your eye and hop back on when you're ready for the next chapter.

Highlights

  • Discover the major sights of Berlin
  • Admire the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie
  • Enjoy panoramic views from the open-top deck
  • Learn as you go with an informative on-board multilingual audio commentary
  • Free WIFI available on all buses

Know before you go

  • Classic Tour: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure at 3:30pm. Last tour finishes at 5:30pm. Tour duration: 2 hours. Frequency: every 25 minutes
  • Trendy East Berlin & Wall Tour: First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure at 4:30pm. Last tour finishes at 5:30pm. Tour duration: 1 hour. Frequency: every 40 minutes
  • The Classic Route is included in all tickets. The Trendy East Berlin & Wall Route is only included if you select the All Lines tickets
  • Vouchers can be used any day within 3 months of travel date selected at check-out
  • Please note that whilst the tickets are valid for 24 and 48-hours, the bus ticket can only be used during the hours the buses are running

What to bring

Passport or ID card

Not allowed

Pets
Smoking

Includes / Excluded

24-or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
Access to the Classic Route
Access to the Trendy East Berlin and Wall Route (if tickets containing this route are selected)
Audio guide in 13 languages
Headphones
Open-top bus tour of Berlin's annual light show (option must be booked separately)
Attraction tickets
Tips
Food and drinks

Itinerary

2 starting location options:

G83Q+C44, GC94+QF5

KaDeWe

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Lützowplatz

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Kulturforum, Berlin

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Potsdamer Platz

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Martin-Gropius-Bau

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Checkpoint Charlie

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Gendarmenmarkt

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Neptunbrunnen

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Alexanderplatz

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Karl-Marx-Allee

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East Side Gallery

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Berlin Ostbahnhof

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Neptunbrunnen

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Lustgarten

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Unter den Linden

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Brandenburg Gate

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Reichstag

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Berlin Hauptbahnhof

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Bellevue Palace

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Berlin Victory Column

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Berlin Zoo

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The Barn - Café Kranzler

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Kurfürstendamm 236

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2 drop-off locations:

G83Q+C44, GC94+QF5

GetYourGuide

22.00 € Select

Viator

22.00 € Select

Local Agent

20.00 € Select

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