A visit to Berlin, Germany should definitely make your travel bucket list. Part of the fun of getting to know this amazingly vibrant city is to do that by way of walking tours. In this blog post, I’ve compiled a few basic tips for Berlin walking tours to aid you in getting the most out of your Berlin visit.

What Makes Walking Tours in Berlin Unique?

Berlin walking tours give you a chance to really get to know Berlin through its rich history, culture, and architecture in unmissable fashion. Here are a few reasons why walking tours should be on your itinerary:

• Exploration at your own pace: If you want to look at a city at your own pace and spend more time in places that are interesting to you, a walking tour is for you.
• Knowledgeable local guides: Knowledgeable local guides lead most walking tours, and can give you a dose of insider knowledge and terrific stories about Berlin’s history and sites.
• Cost-effective: For budget travellers, walking tours are usually cheaper than other guided tours.
• Authentic experience: Being able to walk through the streets of Berlin brings you into the city as if you were a local making it a truly real and real experience.

Types of Walking Tours in Berlin

Berlin’s many types of walking tours have to suit different interests and preferences. Here are some popular ones:

Historical Tours

If you’re a history buff, then historical walking tours are a must! Led tours go through well known sites such as the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie and the Berlin Wall. You will get to know about the city’s interesting past and about how this city was divided during the Cold War and how it reunified.

Street Art Tours

Berlin is a place famous for its street art culture. Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain are areas in Berlin in which you can take street art walking tours to explore murals, graffiti and urban art. If you want to get a feel for the city’s alternative culture, it’s a good place to start.

Culinary Tours

Boasting culinary walking tours, where you can taste Berlin’s legendary street food such as currywurst, doner kebab etc., food lovers will love it. Additionally, these tours reveal some of the city’s culinary history and culture.

Architecture Tours

There is a great variety in the structures of Berlin, from medieval to modern. Architecture walking tours in Berlin take in iconic structures such as the Reichstag building, Museum Island, Berlin TV Tower and other buildings and sheds light on the city’s walk of architectural walking.

Tips for enjoying an Awesome Walking Tour

Now that you’re ready to embark on a walking tour adventure in Berlin, here are some useful tips to ensure you have a fantastic experience:

• Dress appropriately: When I lived in Berlin the weather there was frequently unpredictable so dress in layers you never know what might come up and wear comfortable shoes if you decide to explore the city on foot.
• Stay hydrated: Dragging a water bottle should help you keep hydrated while walking tours can be tiring. There are plenty of water fountains scattered about the city.
• Carry a map or guidebook: A map or guide book is helpful as the tour guide is only providing you with information, after the tour is over.
• Ask questions: Ask mass questions during the tour. Berlin has guides there to help you understand and appreciate the history and culture of Berlin.
• Take breaks: Don’t let yourself become overwhelmed or tired and take a break. Perfect spots to relax and drink the atmosphere are Berlin’s parks and cafes.

Conclusion

A walking tour through Berlin not only takes you to the past, but engulfs you in Berlin’s history, culture, and architecture. You can take a historical tour, street art tour, culinary tour or architecture tour and you take away more of a sense of Berlin’s past and present. Always remember to dress appropriately, stay hydrated and when you do go enjoy the streets of Berlin!