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Curious to know more about Berlin’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Berlin from a local perspective as you learn about WWII.

Destination

Berlin, Germany

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

4 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Русский, עברית, Deutsch, العربية, Italiano, Српски, Hrvatski, Slovenščina, Español, Norsk

Included

• Private Guide
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 11 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Outside Main Entrance: ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt or previous post office - Berlin to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. WWII

   Your history tour in Berlin will focus on WWII. Learn the impacts, insights and hear stories related to this historic event from your knowledgeable host. Discover the city as you retrace history and go in-depth on the effects this part of history has on Berlin

4. Historical Highlights

   Check out main landmarks related to the theme of your history tour and connect their relevance through fantastic stories and facts from your expert local host

5. Hidden Treasures

   During your tour, you’ll also uncover hidden gems that will show you a different perspective of history as you know it, something you can’t easily find in a history book!

6. Storytelling Journey

   As you discover the historical side of Berlin, you’ll be able to go back in time thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Shona

(About local Pablo)

5 March 2025

This was the best way to get to know Berlin on our first trip to the city. Pablo showed us the big sights, but took us to less well known places that we would not have otherwise visited. He told us the history and stories behind the sights which was exactly what we wanted from the tour. He was super friendly and fun to be with for the afternoon and patient and accommodating when I wanted to stop to take photographs. I would have no hesitation in recommended Pablo as your tour guide.Under the skin of Berlin with Pablo

Adrian🇺🇸 United States

(About local Boyd )

5 March 2025

Boyd was amazing! Such a great knowledge sharing of the history of Berlin. We were able to see so many sites and Boyd made us feel very welcome. Be prepared to get your steps in!!Dont miss this!!

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(About local Chris)

21 February 2025

We wanted a tour focused on history, particularly the Third Reich, to engage our teen children - we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. This could have been dry and/or depressing. However, Chris is exceptionally well read/rounded/grounded/versed in history & politics. He is witty, intelligent and genial, combined with his balanced nature, this makes him the perfect tour guide for engaging persons of any age group, including my partner and I (both keen historians) and our teens. He has such a great understanding of different cultural norms that make him relatable to many different types of people and ages. He was particularly great at interacting with and being encouraging of our children’s learning of not just the Third Reich, but also the Cold War and Germany’s pre 20th century history. We provided him with a long list of places we wanted to cover and he skilfully wove it all together and covered most of it (it was an ambitious list and there were issues with trains so we managed to cover everything on foot). The price was reasonable generally given its quality and with it being a private tour for just the 4 of us. I rated it 10 for value due to Chris easily being fully worth this and more. Chris also recommended some cool exhibits, bookshop, eateries and vintage stores to assist us to plan the rest of our stay. Thank you so much for making our trip Chris!11/10 - The Best Guide!

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(About local Boyd )

20 February 2025

If you’re looking for an exceptional WWII walking tour in Berlin, Boyd is the guide you need. His deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and passion for history bring the city’s past to life. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious, Boyd makes complex events understandable and compelling. His tours are well-paced, thoughtfully planned, and filled with fascinating details you won’t find in guidebooks. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a deeper understanding of Berlin’s WWII history!Exceptional day with Boyd

Unknown

(About local Betty)

14 February 2025

Excellent trip with Betty, kept us engaged and informed throughout and was a lot of fun too! Definitely recommend her passion for history and energy, never a quiet moment 😀Berlin on foot in the snow!

Sophie

(About local Boyd )

29 January 2025

Boyd gave an amazing tour! He was able to point out so many cool parts of the east side of Berlin that have survived the wars and recommended many other things to see during my trip to the city. Would highly recommend this tour! Thanks Boyd :)A wonderful tour!

Mike🇺🇸 United States

(About local Seth)

26 January 2025

I really enjoyed my time walking through Berlin and its complex history with Seth. He was knowledgeable and very entertaining. I highly recommend him for someone wanting to understand the complex history of this great European city.Great Walk thru History

Lee🇺🇸 United States

(About local Boyd )

16 January 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Boyd through the streets of Berlin. He was a wealth of knowledge and a World War II history buff. So we fit right in. We asked him to show us how the trains work and how to get from point A to point B. We learned a lot from our walks amongst historical sites and monuments. We ended up at a food hall that had some of the best pasta ever tasted. Who knew? so thanks again, Boyd and we’ll see you when we pass through here again. Lee & Kathy Our Tour with Boyd

Ricke

(About local Boyd )

12 January 2025

Boyd hat uns 4h durch Berlin geführt und mit Informationen und besonderen Geschichten/ Anekdoten zum staunen, lachen und nachdenken gebracht. Obwohl es eiskalt war war die Tour kurzweilig und spannend und Boyd ein charmanter, sympathischer und sehr kluger Guide. Klasse war’s! Danke BoydInformativ und lustig

Faysal🇲🇦 Morocco

(About local Betty)

5 January 2025

had the absolute pleasure of spending four hours with Betty on a tour exploring the history of Berlin and World War II, and I couldn’t recommend her enough! Betty is not just a guide; she’s an incredible storyteller with a fun, energetic personality that makes history come alive. What stood out the most was how effortlessly Betty wove historical facts about Berlin and its architecture into fascinating stories. She has a knack for presenting information in a way that’s engaging and easy to follow, even for those who might not typically find history exciting. Time flew by as she brought each monument and historical sight to life with insights you won’t find in history books. Betty also went beyond the typical tourist trail, taking me to hidden spots and little-known gems that gave the tour a unique, personal touch. Along the way, we had great conversations that made the experience even more enjoyable. I learned so much, had a fantastic time, and left with a deeper appreciation for Berlin’s rich history. If you’re looking for a tour guide who’s knowledgeable, entertaining, and truly passionate about what they do, Betty is the one. Highly recommended!insightful fun and engaging

siobhan🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Miha)

2 January 2025

The tour was great fun and well worth doing, we saw little parts of Berlin we would have missed. Miha was very informative and really interesting stories to tell. The tour flew by. Very informative and great fun

Katherine🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Boyd )

27 December 2024

We had a great day out with Boyd exploring Berlin’s history. Boyd was able to tailor his tour for our teenagers and provide some fantastic insights for this amazing city.Great day out in Berlin

Carlos🇺🇸 United States

(About local Miha)

13 December 2024

Miha was the best - Friendly, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. I cannot recommend him enough as your next Berlin tour guide. I’ve been to Berlin several times and Miha helped us to better understand the history of this amazing city. Thank you Miha for a wonderful tour! Incredible!

Graeme🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Betty)

9 December 2024

Betty really made our morning in Berlin, informative, funny and gave us a great insight to Berlin. The time flew, and we had a throughly enjoyable time. Thank you Betty and who ever else books a tour with you in in for a great time. Excellent Morning with Betty

David🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Boyd )

24 November 2024

We had an amazing experience with Boyd. He very kindly met us at Hotel Oderberger and we then spent a pleasurable few hours immersing ourselves in the history of Berlin. Boyd was very knowledgable and we would highly recommend using him. It was a fantastic tour. Great introduction to Berlin

Marianne🇲🇹 Malta

(About local Betty)

11 November 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Betty. She has a sparkling energetic personality and good stories to tell on route. Vibrant and interesting

Helen🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Chris)

31 October 2024

We did a tour with Chris on our first day in Berlin and it was exactly what I’d hoped for. Chris was an excellent guide, taking us to many of the key sights and explaining their significance and sharing plenty of fascinating stories too. We had our kids (11 & 8) with us and they really appreciated how he explained some of the history and the stories too. He was also able to give us a few recommendations for the rest of our trip, which we’ve followed up on and not been disappointed! Thanks for setting us up for the rest of our trip!Family tour of Berlin

David

(About local Seth)

27 October 2024

Enjoyed my stroll around Berlin with Seth. He tailored the tour to my interests and we got a lot into our time. Would definitely recommend him. Informative and entertaining chat

Edir

(About local Miha)

25 October 2024

Miha was what I expected to be. Very knowledgeable, answers our questions and It was a pleasure for us to be with him those 4 hours. Wonderful tour and guide

Theresa🇺🇸 United States

(About local Sara)

24 October 2024

Sara was wonderful. Very knowledgeable, shared historic sights with us and was completely engaged with us.WW2 Walking Tour of Berlin

Javier🇪🇸 Spain

(About local Pablo)

21 October 2024

If you want to know Berlin from another perspective , Pablo is the best option. He can show you the places where locals go, what they do and how to enjoy the city and its genuine flavours. We will ask Pablo again to share his experience with us next time we come back! Thanks !A very good choice!

Kathy

(About local Sara)

18 October 2024

We received a perfect history tour from Sara on our first visit to Berlin. She was immensely knowledgeable, answering questions with patience and great insight. We went over our allotted time of four hours and the time went by so quickly! Sara was a wonderful ambassador for Berlin!An amazing tour of Berlin!

lmariopel

(About local Seth)

17 October 2024

We really enjoyed our tour of WWII Berlin with Seth and would have overlooked many important sites without his guidance. Seth is knowledgeable and thoughtful, leading to not only a thorough tour of important WWII locations but also excellent discussions about their significance. Plus, he’s just a nice guy. We would highly recommend a tour with Seth! Enhanced our appreciation of Berlin

Cecilia🇺🇸 United States

(About local Betty)

15 October 2024

Betty was a fun and entertaining guide for our WWII History of Berlin tour. We enjoyed her energy and humor - she made the 4 hours fly by! I highly recommend her as your guide in Berlin. Fun in Berlin

FIONA

(About local Betty)

14 October 2024

We spent a wonderful 4-hours with Betty last weekend. Her energy and passion were incredible and we learnt so much about the history of the city. Thank you Betty for sharing your knowledge with us. Berlin WWII Tour with Betty

Phillip🇺🇸 United States

(About local Michèle)

8 October 2024

Visiting Berlin with Michele was a tour de force in seeing the important sights in the present day city center and understanding the events and forces that shaped it over the centuries. In one amazing morning Michele showed and gave in depth perspective on the key cultural, educational and political sites and enabled us to navigate the city. She was flexible with accommodating our interests. She even gave us some excellent recommendations for restaurants. I highly recommend her tour to first time visitors and returning visitors who want to get an in-depth understanding of the city. Berlin today and it’s complicated past

martie

(About local Seth)

7 October 2024

Seth was the best guide for understanding the history of Berlin before and after the war. He showed us many sights that we wouldn’t have found on own. He told us history that brought chills and a few tears and some laughs. Berlin is very complex and Seth really helped us navigate that complexity.History tour

Elke

(About local Seth)

2 October 2024

"I recently had the pleasure of exploring Berlin with Seth, and I cannot recommend him highly enough! As a history enthusiast, I was blown away by his in-depth knowledge and infectious passion for the city's complex past. From the Berlin Wall to the Brandenburg Gate, Seth brought every landmark to life with fascinating anecdotes and expert insights. His ability to weave together historical context, cultural nuances, and personal stories created a rich tapestry that left my husband and I with a profound appreciation for this incredible city. What sets Seth apart is his gift for storytelling. He has a unique ability to convey the emotional resonance of historical events, making the past feel so present Seth's expertise extends far beyond the typical tourist attractions. He took us to hidden gems and unexpected spots, revealing the lesser-known aspects of Berlin's history. His knowledge of the city's cultural landscape, from art to architecture, added depth and complexity to our tour. If you're seeking a historian guide who will transform your understanding of Berlin, look no further than Seth. His tours are a must-experience for anyone interested in history, culture, or simply gaining a deeper appreciation for this remarkable city. Don't miss the opportunity to explore Berlin with Seth. Book his tour and get ready for an unforgettable journey through the city's past, present, and future. Unforgettable experience

Megan🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Miha)

27 September 2024

Miha was a great guide. He is very informative and seems to really enjoy sharing his knowledge. He was able to answer all of our random questions. The tour was well paced and we felt we fit a lot in the 4 hours we spent with him. He gave some good tips on other places to see while in Berlin and taught us how to use the subway. We would highly recommend Miha if you are visiting Berlin. Would definitely use him again.

Deveri🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Miha)

23 September 2024

We enjoyed a personal tour with Miha, who knows Berlin extremely well. He took us all over the city while explaining the significance of various landmarks as they relate to WWII. Miha knew the answer to all our random questions and was fun to be with. The tour gave us a lot to think about and discuss later. The following days we were able to visit some of the museums and sites that Miha showed us during our exploration of Berlin. We also enjoyed an excellent Vietnamese restaurant recommended by Miha called King King. If you are planning a trip to Berlin I recommend you tour the city with Miha!!Berlin Live

Santiago🇺🇸 United States

(About local Chris)

19 September 2024

Chris knows the history and architecture of Berlin extremely well and presents it very comprehensively. He answered all our questions and tailored the tour to our interests. A great and very pleasant guide. Highly recommend him. Very knowledgeable and pleasant guide.

Damian🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Betty)

19 September 2024

Betty took us on a tour of Berlin and almost immediately it felt like old friends being taken around to see the history and highlights of this fascinating place. Betty provided great background and pointed out things we wouldn’t have known about (such as the checkpoint station). We talked about lots of things from the war/Cold War history to how Berliners see themselves now. She was great company and very accommodating when we decided we had to look at everything in the museum at the Berlin Wall. It was a great day and if we get back to Berlin we’ll definitely be booking Betty on another tourA great afternoon with Betty

jacqui

(About local Sara)

18 September 2024

Sara was an INCREDIBLE representative for WithLocals. She reached out ahead of time to be sure we were up for walking in the heat and adjusted her pace for us as we recovered from jet lag. She's extremely knowledgeable and so engaging to listen to. She set us up for success for our whole trip, including a crash course on public transit. We absolutely loved our time with her and would come back to Berlin just to go another tour with her.The Absolute Best

Jill🇺🇸 United States

(About local Violeta)

13 September 2024

We spent 2 days with Violeta in Berlin. She worked with us to find an itinerary that covered all our interests. She was not only professional and thorough, but a true delight to spend time with. She gave us restaurant suggestions in Berlin as well as in other cities we were visiting. They were all fantastic! Excellent

Stefan🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Miha)

8 September 2024

Wir haben einen Grossartigen Eindruck von Berlin und gute Erklärungen von Miha bekommen. Besten Dank!Grossartiger Eindruck von Berlin

James🇺🇸 United States

(About local Betty)

29 August 2024

Betty was a great companion for our tour— she was both knowledgeable but also gave real world context for a lot of the history we were learning about. In many ways, her own life experience informed a lot of our tour — in a good way. The four hours flew by and we covered a lot of ground. I highly recommend Betty. Energetic!

Maggie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Seth)

29 August 2024

I planned a holiday to Berlin with my 80 year old Dad, and wanted it to be special, but I knew he wouldn't be able to dash around hitting all the top sites. We booked a personal tour with Seth, and it was perfect! We saw alot of things I never would have gotten from a tour book - and he put it all in context. Rather than just look at buildings with historical significance, we got a real feel for why they were significant, with lots of interesting details. It was alot of walking - but that's the only way to really see Berlin. Seth made sure we had plenty of places to sit and catch our breath, and we had plenty to chat about whenever we sat down - so all in all, it was a great tour, and I highly recommend booking a tour with Seth!Personal and just the right pace

Carrie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Seth)

28 August 2024

We had such a lovely time with Seth on our tour! It was 30 degrees (87 F for those of us who don’t speak Celsius), so he offered to meet earlier in the day. He personalized the tour to our interests and was able to keep pace with our questions. He was very knowledgeable and patient with a relaxed and authentic approach. He adjusted to our pace and shared so much insight, it was the highlight of our Berlin experience! Thank you Seth! Fantastic tour with Seth!

Karen🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Seth)

26 August 2024

Seth was a terrific guide for our walking tour of Berlin. He has a wealth of information about the city and all the historical facts. Great pace and very open to adjust to what we were interested in learning more about. Thanks for a great day Seth. Great Tour of Berlin with Seth!

Jennifer 🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Seth)

23 August 2024

Seth was punctual, kind, engaging and showed us many corners of Berlin that we never would have seen on our own. He answered all of our questions and told us plenty of stories about the places we were seeing as well as the historic perspective on the city. A great day! Thank you!Great tour with Seth

Ronan🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Sara)

17 August 2024

Sara, is such a lovely guide. Gave us lots of background information about Berlin and Germany. We had seen some of the main attractions so she gave us additional information on them. She changed the tour and got to see lots of off the beaten track areas and interesting information. Our teenage kids throughly enjoyed the tour. Would recommend Sara to people to get an understanding of Berlin and German history.Amazing educational tour

Mélusine🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Sara)

8 August 2024

I lived in Berlin for one year in the early 90's. I've been coming back on a regular basis for 12 years now, to meet my friends and breath Berlin's air and vibes. I booked a tour with Sara for me and my 3 quite grown up daughters, who love Berlin and are interested in history and like to learn new stuff. Sara is a wonderful guide. She explained us in a very easy going way and very pedagogically how Berlin turned into the important and very special city she now is. She told us many vivid things about WWII, the raise of Nazism, how Germany became Germany. She took us to places random tourists never go to. Sara is a professional but in no way a "boring teacher". She brought up a critical view on the German history. Furthermore she's a very nice person. And she suggested us a wonderful restaurant she particularly likes for our lunch. We absolutely recommend Sara as guide and thank her very much. Marvelous fascinating tour and guide!

Cory🇺🇸 United States

(About local Betty)

7 August 2024

Betty was an excellent tour guide and my kids loved her! She was patient with our family and very kind to our family. Thank you for a wonderful experience!Great tour!

Thomas🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Miha)

1 August 2024

Miha hat es verstanden uns Berlin in seinen Worten zu erklären und zu zeigen. Er hat uns mit seiner aufgeschlossenen und freundlichen Art mehr als „nur“ die Sehenswürdigkeiten von Berlin gezeigt. Wir können ihn als Guide nur bestens weiter empfehlen. Symaptisch und freundlich

Rochelle🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Seth)

26 July 2024

We throughly enjoyed our day with Seth. We covered a whole range of sights, periods of history and general Berlin info. Seth took into account the sights we had already seen in Berlin and tailored the tours around our interests. We definitely recommend Seth! Great day with a knowledgeable guide

Jane🇺🇸 United States

(About local Betty)

22 July 2024

There are almost no words to express my gratefulness for having met Betty. I actually knew she would be so right for me when I picked her. I’m from New York and she lived in New York, she’s an actress, and these are things near and dear to me. She is a wonderful tour guide, has a fabulous personality and is such a nice person. She tailored the tour completely for me… Was willing to stop and rest when I needed to. It could not have been a better experience. I highly recommend booking Betty!! You will not be sorry! ❤️Fabulous Betty MADE my trip to Berlin!

Rachel🇺🇸 United States

(About local Miha)

9 July 2024

I had a great tour and got to see a little bit of everything! Miha is a great guide and very easy going! Great tour!

Rebecca🇺🇸 United States

(About local Pablo)

25 June 2024

Pablo is a fabulous tour guide! He is knowledgeable, personable, charming and able to answer our random questions. He showed us lots of little hidden gems around the city. I highly recommend him as your guide.Historical Tour of Berlin with Pablo

Holly

(About local Seth)

18 June 2024

Seth was fantastic from our first contact, personalising a half day tour to include all the things we wanted to see, and making other suggestions we perhaps wouldn’t have thought of. His knowledge of the city and planning meant we were able to see everything we wanted to during the tour. Seth was personable, knowledgable, and respectful of our time at the landmarks/monuments we visited. His broad knowledge of Berlin history gave us insights into the city that we wouldn’t have gotten had we just visited these places ourselves. He was also more than willing to answer questions, give recommendations, and take photos. Thank you Seth for a wonderful tour. Excellent Berlin city tour

Rajdeep🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Betty)

14 June 2024