Culture & History in Berlin

Kreuzberg is a unique area that has no internationally known historical monuments but it has a creative multi-cultural community. That's why Kreuzberg is recognized as the hippest district of Berlin. We will tell you how the Berliner Wall separated this area from the rest of the city. How Kreuzberg was turned into the homeland of artists, squatters, and Turkish migrants, and then it became a favorite place of Berlin hipsters. How modern art galleries and the best cafes in Berlin appeared near the kebab taverns. We will show you where you can join the German punk culture, buy the best farmer foods, eat the most delicious kebab in your life and drink a glass of Riesling with locals. Let's step off the tourist trail and explore real Berlin from the local perspective.

This self-guided audio tour of the East Side Gallery of the Berlin Wall will guide you through the iconic site where history comes alive through the powerful murals that adorn the wall and the voices of eyewitnesses that you will hear on your way. The tour takes you on a journey through the past, exploring the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall, and the different problems that the Wall represented. Looking at the artworks, you'll discover the many perspectives of life beyond the wall, and hear firsthand accounts of censorship, tolerance, and freedom. One of the highlights of our tour is the iconic mural "Test the Rest" by Birgit Kinder depicting an East German Trabant car breaking through the wall. Another must-see mural is "Fraternal Kiss" by Dmitry Vrubel, featuring the socialist fraternal embrace between Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev and East German leader Erich Honecker. You'll hear the true story behind this famous mural and how it came to be. You'll see the images of and learn about prominent political figures such as J.F. Kennedy and Mikhail Gorbachev, and how they shaped the course of history during this time. Did you know that the Berlin Wall fell by a small mistake? With our expertly crafted narrative, you'll gain insight into the events of November 9th, 1989, when the Wall came down.

Dive into the eerie side of Berlin with this hauntingly rich in-app audio tour. Perfect for enthusiasts of the supernatural and lovers of history, this journey weaves through tales of ghosts and legends among the storied streets of Germany’s capital. Starting at the famous Reichstag Building, the tour reveals not only the ghosts said to wander its grounds but also pivotal historical events that shaped Berlin. Next, the tour takes you to the monumental Brandenburg Gate, where spectral Napoleon is said to march silently by night. The route continues, exploring the remains of Hitler's final refuge under a simple parking area, the chilling energy of an old opera house, whispers of French Protestants seeking solace near the French Cathedral, and the sorrowful presence of Queen Louise in the Crown Prince's Palace. Concluding at the grand Berlin Cathedral, you're invited to feel the heavy atmosphere of the crypt, possibly stirred by the spirits of royalty. Between each stop, experience the blend of Berlin's dark past and modern vibrancy. Walking these paths, the spirits of history are your constant companions, as each location unveils its half-forgotten myths. Ghost hunters and history buffs alike will find memorable moments, from the echoes of old opera songs to the glimpse of a lone figure waiting eternally for a train, offering a unique perspective of a city where the past is always just beneath the surface.

Get the perfect introduction into the history of Berlin, a city between past and future, with the help of this insightful self-guided audio tour. A true European capital, the city of Berlin is known as one of the most dynamic and multicultural cities in the continent. However, to understand this open and vibrant city you should look closely to its turbulent past. This comprehensive audio tour will give you this opportunity and help you to discover top landmarks and must-see places at your own pace. Start your journey in front of the iconic Red City Hall and walk along the charming streets of Berlin. You will discover the most famous tourist attractions of the German capital such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Cathedral and the Museum Island. And visit some of the lesser-known places that will help you to better understand the unique history of Berlin. Along the way you will get to know the origins of Berlin as the free trade city on the Shpree River and will learn how it became the capital at first of the Kingdom of Prussia and then of unified Germany. You will also see the scars the devastating evens of the 20th century left on the face of Berlin, exploring the dark legacy of the Third Reich and the Cold War, and will get to know how Berliners address their past: their victories and their mistakes. The tour gives a chance to look at the world-famous sights from a new perspective and to grasp what they mean not just for Germany, but for Berliners.

Nowadays the Charlottenburg Schloss is Berlin’s largest and most magnificent palace. The gardens of the estate attract both tourists and local visitors. This in-app audio tour will introduce you to the history of this place and its inhabitants - the Prussian Royal House of Hohenzollern. Strolling around the enchanting baroque, rococo and neoclassical interiors of this once royal summer residence, you will find out how Hohenzollerns became one of the most powerful Royal Houses of the 18-19th century Europe. You will also get to know their passions and talents while admiring the priceless artefacts that were once their belongings. The tour will allow you to discover some of the secrets hidden in various corners of the Charlottenburg Park. With a walk through the Palace Gardens, you will explore architectural marvels of the estate, like the Large Orangery, the Mausoleum, the Belvedere and the New Pavilion, where the tour will end.

Meet face to face with some of the treasures of ancient Egyptian art at the Neues Museum in Berlin guided by this insightful in-app audio tour. The Neues Museum or the New Museum is famous for one of the best in the world collections of ancient Egyptian art. It exhibits artifacts that span 3 thousand years of history and present different aspects of life in ancient Egypt. Admire the timeless beauty of Egyptian art and get to know more about everyday life millennia ago. See the star of the collection – one of the symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization – the splendid bust of Nefertiti. Be impressed by the elegance of the famous queen and learn more about the turbulent period when this unique art piece was created. Explore the world of ancient Egyptian tombs. Discover how the mummies were made and learn about mysterious rituals conducted to ensure the well-being of deceased in the afterlife. This tour introduces you to the very highlights of Egyptian collection. It gives a compelling and engaging audio commentary to help you get the most of your visit to the Neues Museum.

Explore the highlights of the Berlin Natural History Museum with your own in-app audio tour! Just a 10-minute walk from Berlin Central Station, the Berlin Natural History Museum, is one of the most important in Germany. It houses a mind-blowing collection of over 30 million specimens: genuine plants, animals, fossils, minerals, meteorites, and models of anything that could not be preserved in its natural form. During your visit to the Natural History Museum, you will see the world's tallest mounted dinosaur skeleton and other unique fossils. With the captivating audio commentary, you will learn more about the history of the universe and the Solar System. You'll explore the evolution of life on Earth—get ready to be blown away by the stunning Biodiversity Wall that represents every creature imaginable. You will marvel at the skill and talent of the museum's taxidermy experts, who preserved some of the extinct animal species for future generations. The collection of meteorites will tell stories of discoveries of astronomic importance, while the earthly mineral collection will show you about three-quarters of all minerals in the world. And last but not least, you will experience the ongoing digitization initiative. According to the museum's Future Plan, it will make the scientifically priceless collections more accessible and enable international knowledge transfer. Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Berlin Natural History Museum but is provide

Discover the architecture of Museum Island and get to know the Old Berlin of the Spandauer Viertel with the help of this self-guided audio tour. The city of Berlin is marked by a turbulent history that included both periods of great prosperity and devastating conflict. However, despite the many changes Berlin has undergone over the years, there are still places that preserve the spirit of Old Berlin. The Spandauer Quarter is one of them. Start your journey at the heart of Berlin's cultural life – the world-famous Museum Island. Learn more about its history and find out the true meaning behind its magnificent architectural details. Then make your way off the traditional tourist track to explore the historic neighborhood of the Spandauer Vorstadt, revived after Germany's reunification. Stroll along its beautiful streets, examine hidden courtyards, and discover its blooming art scene. Explore Berlin's Jewish Quarter – the historic district which once was the vibrant center of Jewish life in the city. Admire the majestic architecture of the Neue Synagogue and learn more about the history of the Jewish community in Berlin. In the end, examine the iconic art-deco building of the Hackescher Höfe. Get to know Berlin from a new perspective that many visitors don't get to experience and learn more about its history guided by this in-app audio tour.

Take a walk around Potsdamer Platz and find out more about the unique modernist architecture of Berlin. Start your exploration of art at the Historic Traffic Light that has stood on this square for more than a century. Walk over to Winehaus Huth that seems to be a regular wine store until you learnt that it actually survived all the bombings of the World War II. Just a stone's throw away is the curious modern structure of Daimler Chrystler, a shopping centre which looks as if inside out. On your next step you will be gazing at the Debis complex designed by Renzo Piano, which has left his mark in the majority of the buildings, almost painting the neighbourhood ochre. On the most lively street of this area, which is Potsdamer Strasse, there stands the Sony Centre. Sneak under the glass roof to study it closer from below, as this construction is one of the most spectacular in the neighbourhood. Listen then about the Philharmonie where the Berlin Orchestra resides, and learn about how the architecture interweaves with acoustics. Walk across the street to study the Cultural forum and its modernist features, before finishing your tour considering the truly original design of the glass box that Neue Nationalgalerie appears. Prepare your curiosity and go learn about the wonders strewn all over the surroundings of Potsdamer Platz.

Take a walk along Unter den Linden, the former royal avenue which takes you through centuries of Berlin's history. Your exploration will start at the famous Brandenburg Gate, the symbol of Berlin that used to separate its West and East parts and therefore bears a great importance for the whole country. You will then see the luxurious Hotel Adlon that is popular among the German upper crust. However, the next spot on your way, the Westin hotel, can even boast of showing hospitality to the Japanese Emperor. Soon after that, you will step your foot on Gendarmentmarkt, or Policeman Square, situated right in front of the Schauspielhaus theatre that makes an atmospheric view with its Antique design. At the very same spot, you will come close to the statue of Friedrich Schiller, as you listen about his influence on the German Romanticism. On your next step, the tour leads you to Bebelpatz, a glorious square where such amazing edifices as Berlin State Opera, the Humboldt State University, and the Crown Prince's Palace, each offering a majestic view to marvel at. This square has a lot of stories to tell, including the darker times of Hitler's reign: there is a memorial dedicated to books burnt by Nazis. Finish your tour by seeing the German Historical Museum, the former Arsenal of Berlin. You will be able to enter it if you please, though even looking at it from outside is a great experience. Discover the trails of history lingering on the sights of Unter den Linden.