Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church

Rainy-day activities

Learn the secrets of one of the most defining stories of the 20th century as you explore Berlin locations closely tied to Hitler and the Third Reich. During the walking tour, authoritative guides who have made this one of the world's most highly regarded tours on the subject provide a fascinating commentary. Visit the remains of Goering's Air Defence Ministry, where the Luftwaffe coordinated the Battle of Britain. Go to the site of Goebbels' Propaganda Ministry, and see the ruins of Himmler's SS and Gestapo HQs. Take a stroll down the imaginary north-south axis of "Germania," as designed by Albert Speer, from the towering Great Hall to the monumental arch. Visit the site of Hitler's New Reichs Chancellery, the seat of power of Nazi-held Europe, and the exact location of the Führer’s Bunker. Your guide will provide a step-by-step account of Hitler's suicide, the last days spent in the bunker, and the fate of his remains. Finally, follow the route of the Soviet attack towards the final battlefield of the Reichstag, and stop before the Soviet Memorial, flanked with T34 Tanks and Red Army Howitzers.

See some of Berlin's most impressive modern architecture on a private tour of the parliamentary quarter in your choice of language. Learn how the German capital has changed in recent years. Learn interesting facts behind the historic edifice of the Reichstag building, now transformed with an iconic glass dome. Enjoy stunning views from the roof of the building where parliament sits and the government has its offices. See landmark attractions, such as Berlin Cathedral, Potsdamer Platz and the Brandenburg Gate from a completely different perspective. Look out too for the TV Tower and iconic ruins of Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church.

Discover all the top sights and relive almost 800 years of history in Berlin on a city tour in a classic Volkswagen T1 Samba Bus. As you ride, enjoy live commentary from your driver and watch the sites roll by, including the Berlin Wall and TV Tower. Climb aboard the T1 Samba Bus and set off on your guided city adventure. Take the scenic route as your driver navigates small but charming side roads. Journey through the different eras of Berlin, scout out forgotten places, and discover the origins of the German capital. Glimpse into Berlin's past with the use of a photo booklet. Tailored to the individual locations of the tour, see what the sites and interiors used to look like in the old days. The route includes: • Berlin Cathedral • Lustgarten • Old museum • Alte Nationalgalerie • Neues Museum • Pergamon Museum • Bode Museum • Berlin State Library • Maxim Gorki Theater • German Historical Museum • Neue Wache • Alte Kommandantur • Kronprinzenpalais • Prinzessinnenpalais • Humboldt University • Berlin State Opera • Bebelplatz • Altes Palais • Unter den Linden • Pariser Platz • Brandenburg Gate • Reichstag • Government district • Federal Chancellery • Central Station • Moltke Bridge • Kongresshalle • Bellevue Palace • Siegessäule • Scandinavian embassies • Zoologischer Garten • Theater des Westens • Savignyplatz • Kurfürstendamm • Gedächtniskirche • Tauentzienstraße • KaDeWe • Embassy district • Berliner Philharmonie • Kulturforum • Potsdamer Platz • Berlin Wall • Niederkirchner Straße • Anhalter Station • Holocaust Memorial • Führer Bunker • Reich Chancellery • Friedrichstraße • Checkpoint Charlie • Gendarmenmarkt • Berlin City Palace • Jungfern Bridge • Galgenhaus • Rotes Rathaus • TV Tower • Neptune Fountain • St. Mary's Church

This shore excursion is adjusted to each ship’s docking times and starts promptly after your vessel’s arrival, returning with plenty of time to spare - ensuring that you will not miss your cruise ship’s departure.  Meet your host in front of your cruise ship as soon as it docks. Board a comfortable, air-conditioned bus and take a relaxing journey through the picturesque flatlands of East Germany. Arrive in Berlin and meet your professional English-speaking tour guide. Begin the tour in West Berlin at the Charlottenburg Palace. Stretch your legs as your knowledgeable local guide gives you an introduction to the city. Then, drive through the former British sector along Berlin’s Champs-Élysées - the Kurfürstendamm, past the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and the KaDeWe, the largest department store in continental Europe. Next, head to East Berlin - visiting the impressive parliament building, the Reichstag - on the way. Stroll through the famous Brandenburg Gate and nearby Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Admire the Tiergarten central park, the Victory Column, a Soviet memorial, the Memorial to the Murdered Sinti and Roma as well as the Paris Square. Continue on to the site of Hitler’s bunker, through Potsdamer Platz to one of the few remaining pieces of the Berlin Wall before reaching the former site of the Headquarters of the SS and Gestapo, today known as the Topography of Terror. Next is your chance to pass through Checkpoint Charlie – the most famous crossing point between East and West Berlin during the Cold War - and visit the former US sector. After some free time for lunch (not included in the tour price), continue the tour through the former Soviet sector of East Berlin to visit the spectacular Gendarmenmarkt and Bebelplatz – famous for being the ‘Nazi Book Burning Square’. Visit Berlin’s historic former Royal Quarter – the beautiful boulevard of Unter den Linden, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island, the Berlin Cathedral, and Alexanderplatz with its iconic TV Tower. Time permitting, your tour guide might drive past the longest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall with its world-famous graffiti – the East Side Gallery or stop in the former Jewish Quarter, which has recently become the fashion and art center of the German capital. At the end of your Berlin tour, say goodbye to your tour guide, and be whisked off in comfort back to your cruise ship.

Discover the sights of Berlin and experience the city. Get up close to the sights of your choice according to your interests. At 20 stations, take the chance to get on and off the bus. See the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag or Kurfürstendamm, all at your own pace. The buses run every 25 minutes, so you can make a round trip whenever you wish. See the following sights: 1. U Kurfürstendamm / Kranzler: Café Kranzler 2. Kurfürstendamm: Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church 3. KaDeWe / Wittenbergplatz 4. Lützowplatz 5. Kulturforum: Gemäldegalerie, Berliner Philharmonie, Kunstgewerbemuseum (Museum of Decorative Arts), St. Matthäus-Kirche 6. Potsdamer Platz: Sony Center, Berlin State Library, Transfer to PanoramaPunkt 7. Martin-Gropius-Bau: Abgeordnetenhaus of Berlin, Bundesrat 8. Checkpoint Charlie: Museum Haus at Checkpoint Charlie 9. Gendarmenmarkt 10. Bebelplatz / Berlin State Opera 11. Rotes Rathaus / TV Tower / Alex: Käthe Kollwitz Museum 12. Karl-Liebknecht-Str.: Sealife 13. Berlin Cathedral / Lustgarten: Altes Museum 14. Unter den Linden / University: City Library Berlin 15. Unter den Linden / Friedrichstr. 16. Holocaust Memorial 17. Brandenburg Gate 18. Reichstag / Tiergarten 19. Hauptbahnhof (Central Train Station) 20. Bellevue Palace

Make the most of your time in Berlin with a guided tour of the hotspots and discover the rich culture of the German capital. Get picked up at your hotel and visit sights as old as Gendarmenmarkt and recent as the Berlin Wall. Spend time in the central district of Mitte and see how life has changed. Meet your driver and guide at your chosen pickup for an introduction to Germany and Berlin's recent history. With a separate dedicated driver, your tour guide can focus fully on telling you about each area, planning your preferred route, and checking if you’d like to stop and walk around. Drive by world-famous locations like Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and the former Jewish Quarter with its impressive New Synagogue. Stretch your legs at areas like Museum Island or Unter den Linden to find historical gems that are worth seeing up-close. Deepen your understanding of Berlin’s controversial past as you pass Checkpoint Charlie, the site of Hitler’s Bunker, the former Nazi Government Quarter, and Bebelplatz where the ceremonial burning of Nazi books took place. Take in the solemn atmosphere at the Memorial for the Murdered Jews of Europe and the Memorial to the Sinti and Roma Murdered Under National Socialism. Learn from your guide about the importance of these memorials to modern Berliners and international tourists. Opt for the 6-hour tour and add a trip to former West Berlin. See the majestic Charlottenburg Palace, the Kurfürstendamm, and the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, and stop at the legendary Berlin chocolatiers: Rausch. Take the opportunity to shop for souvenirs or grab some refreshments with at least 2 breaks in each tour. Be sure to let your guide know what sights are on the top of your lists and if there are any restaurants or cafes you'd like to check out.

Guten Tag and welcome to Berlin, a city pulsating with the energy of history, innovation, and an irrepressible spirit of freedom. As you embark on this self-guided audio tour, immerse yourself in the beating heart of Germany's capital, where every street corner unveils layers of stories that have shaped the city's identity. Picture yourself wandering through the remnants of the iconic Berlin Wall, a tangible testament to the city's tumultuous past and the unyielding desire for reunification. From the grandeur of the Brandenburg Gate to the trendy vibes of Kreuzberg, let the audio guide whisk you through a dynamic landscape where the echoes of World War II, the Cold War, and the reunification resonate. Feel the pulse of creativity in neighborhoods like Friedrichshain, where street art adorns the remnants of industrial landscapes, telling tales of rebellion and artistic expression. Marvel at the architectural wonders of Potsdamer Platz, where modernity intertwines with historical remnants, creating a unique juxtaposition that defines Berlin's skyline. Learn more about the top 23 tourist attractions in Berlin. Its history, culture, myths, architecture, and other important facts are in this audio commentary which starts from the city's central station and then the itinerary gradually moves one by one. 1. Berlin Hauptbahnhof 2. Museum für Naturkunde 3. Berlin Wall Memorial 4. Palace of Tears 5. Reichstag Building 6. Brandenburg Gate 7. Holocaust Memorial 8. German Spy Museum Berlin 9. Topography of Terror 10. Pergamon Museum 11. Neues Museum 12. Deutsches Historisches Museum 13. Berliner Dom 14. Berlin TV Tower 15. Museum Island 16. Berlin-Hohenschönhausen Memorial 17. Stasi Museum 18. Treptower Park 19. East Side Gallery 20. German Museum of Technology 21. Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church 22. Charlottenburg Palace 23. Victory Column This audio tour will transport you through time, revealing stories of resilience, innovation, and the unbreakable spirit of Berliners. So, don your headphones, adjust the volume, and get ready to explore a city that stands as a living canvas of its storied past and a canvas for the dreams of its diverse inhabitants. Berlin awaits your discovery

This tour will take you on an unforgettable walk along the splendid avenue of Kurfürstendamm. See continental Europe’s biggest department store KADEWE, the Europacenter building, and the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church on the busy square of Breitscheidplatz. Discover the interesting history of this roaring city center during the golden twenties of the last century. Experience the area around Zoologischer Garten, one of the most significant traffic centers of Berlin. Discover why this area has developed into the center of West-Berlin in times of the Cold War, and hear the exiting stories of this city center during the division of Germany. Get to know where you can taste the best typical Berlin food in the city's west, learning how Berlin is recognized as a world city of culture, art, tolerance, lifestyle, and creative industries. On this tour you will discover why the city's west is one of Berlin's most interesting areas.

You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. With this activity, you will be guided through the following locations: 1. TV Tower 2. Cathedral 3. Museum Island 4. Bebelplatz 5. Gendarmenmarkt 6. Checkpoint Charlie 7. Brandenburg Gate 8. Victory Column 9. Reichstag 10. East Side Gallery 11. Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument. So, are you ready to explore Berlin?

Embark on a private shore excursion from Warnemünde for an overview of Berlin’s history and monuments, and spend some time shopping in the famous KaDeWe. Enjoy pickup and drop-off directly from your ship for a stress-free visit to the German capital. Be greeted in front of your cruise ship as soon as it docks and shown to a private modern, comfortable, and air-conditioned vehicle. Sit back and relax as your driver takes you through the picturesque flatlands of former East Germany and into Berlin. Meet your private local guide and be driven into the city's historical center for a tour of its most important sites. Marvel at the Reichstag, the Memorial for the Murdered Jews of Europe, the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, the site of Hitler’s Bunker, and more. After your sightseeing, take the opportunity to shop at KaDeWe, Berlin's most famous department store. Alternatively, choose to spend some time at Galleries Lafayette, one of the many small boutiques of the Mitte district, or any other location of your choice. Customize your experience to see the sights and visit the shops of your choice. Have peace of mind knowing you will be dropped back at the port in good time for your ship's departure.