Berlin Christmas Tour: History and Holiday Charm

Experience the magic of Christmas in Berlin with an exclusive walking tour. Discover the city’s festive traditions, visit enchanting locations, and indulge in local specialties.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Berlin Cathedral - The Berlin Cathedral Church (Berliner Dom) is the city’s most prominent Protestant church and one of the city’s most recognizable monuments because to its imposing basilica and its towering dome. The interior of the church, with its ornate decorations, is a sight to behold. (Outside Visit)
  • Friedrichswerdersche Kirche - The Friedrichswerder Church in Berlin, Germany was the first building in the country to be designed in the Neo-Gothic style. It was planned by Karl Friedrich Schinkel, an architect better recognized for his work in the Neoclassical style, and construction on it took place between the years 1824 and 1831.
  • Gendarmenmarkt - A Christmas market has been held annually at Gendarmenmarkt for a number of years. The area is surrounded by the Concert Hall, the German Cathedral, and the French Cathedral. In the center of the space is a large Christmas tree, and on the surrounding are traditional market stalls with roofs shaped like stars.
  • Pariser Platz - The square became known as Pariser Platz after Napoleon’s defeat in the Battle of Paris. Over the centuries, the military of various Berlin factions—from the House of Hohenzollern to the German Democratic Republic—paraded across this grand square.
  • Brandenburg Gate - The Brandenburg Gate stands 26 meters tall. The Quadriga figure, created by Johann Gottfried Schadow in 1793, has stood above the entrance since then. There’s more to this statue’s tale than meets the eye.
  • Reichstag Building - Germany’s lower house of parliament, the Bundestag, has its sessions in the Reichstag in Berlin. Located on the south bank of the Spree River, it is one of Berlin’s most recognizable monuments and the northern terminus of the Ebertstrasse.
What's Included
  • Professional Local Tour Guide
Additional Information

Discover the heart of Berlin’s history and holiday charm in this exclusive Christmas tour. Start at the Berlin Cathedral, a masterpiece of Protestant architecture with its grand dome and ornate interior. Then, experience the Gothic allure of the Friedrichswerdersche Kirche, a testament to Neo-Gothic design by Karl Friedrich Schinkel. Your journey continues at Gendarmenmarkt, where a festive Christmas market dazzles with its traditional stalls and a towering Christmas tree. Next, explore Pariser Platz, a square steeped in history from the era of Napoleon to the present day. Nearby, the iconic Brandenburg Gate awaits, with its impressive Quadriga statue, rich in historical tales. Conclude your tour at the Reichstag Building, the epicenter of German politics and an architectural marvel. This tour is a blend of historical grandeur, festive spirit, and cultural insights, perfect for those seeking to experience the unique allure of Berlin during Christmas time.

Location
Berlin Cathedral
Am Lustgarten
Our guide will be meeting you in front of Berlin Cathedral.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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913glendap
Dec 13, 2023
Saw some architectural marvels of Berlin and also saw how Berlin welcomes Christmas - I am happy to have taken this tour because it combined seeing architectural marvels of Berlin and also seeing the festive Christmas season in the city of Berlin. The tour guide was a local of Berlin city and was friendly and helpful.
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