Berlin by Rickshaw is the best practical choice for individuals, groups, and families in Berlin. Our friendly guides know the city and can provide insider tips. Our experienced guides offer fascinating stories to local Berliners and international guests on bike tours, giving them insights into the city's history and culture.
A fantastic way to fully experience the spirit of Berlin is by Rickshaw. Get a glimpse of Berlin's history and culture, enjoy its spectacular sights, and get a unique perspective on the city with a private tour.
This is especially with fewer mobile guests, which is also an ideal tour. In four hours, we'll take you to the most historical highlights of Berlin-Mitte and more. We guarantee a fun and unforgettable experience in Berlin.
The price includes one Rickshaw for 2 Guests; other rickshaws, bikes and rollers are possible but additional.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ The price is a rickshaw for TWO people and an experienced guide in your booking language.
✔ On-board WiFi
✔ 1 rickshaw for 2 person OR 2 Bikes is in Price
✔ Experienced, informative, friendly and safe guides
✖ Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Weinbergsweg 4 10119 Berlin
Arround Museum Island,
Hakkische Markt, Hakkische höfe
U-Bahn rosentahler platz excit Weinbergsweg
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Berliner Fernsehturm
Berlin's tallest structure is a TV Tower. The starting point for the tour is Germany's tallest structure, its iconic 365-meter-high TV Tower, located in the vibrant square of Alexanderplatz. From here, we pass the Red Town Hall, Marien Church, and Neptunes Brunn and arrive at Museum Island.
Duration: 5 minutes
2
Museum Island
The UNESCO World Heritage Museum Island in Berlin is one of the largest museum complexes in the world.
It includes some of Germany's most impressive and iconic monuments, such as the Berlin Cathedral, the City Palace, the Altes Museum, the Bode Museum, and the Neues Museum. Visitors can explore centuries of history and culture within the Museum's walls, from ancient artefacts to modern works of art. It serves as a living reminder of Berlin's rich past and vibrant present, making it a must-see for European history and culture.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Bebelplatz
The Forum Fridericianum is a complex in Berlin that captures the city's past and present essence. It consists of five important public buildings: the State Opera, the Humboldt University Law Faculty, Humboldt University, the State Library, and St. Hedwig's Cathedral.
The Forum Fridericianum is a testament to Berlin's vibrant history and culture, reminding us of its rich heritage. The Bebel Platz in Berlin is a sad reminder of the Nazis' oppressive regime. On May 10, 1933, the Nazis conducted a book-burning ceremony at this site to demonstrate their power and to destroy any books deemed "un-German". This event is a powerful symbol of the destruction caused by Nazi rule, reminding us to remember our history and ensure that such events never recur. It is an important reminder of what can happen when hate and intolerance go unchecked.
Duration: 10 minutes
4
Gendarmenmarkt
Gendarmenmarkt is a stunningly beautiful square located in the heart of Berlin. It features a former Royal Concert Hall at its centre, surrounded by the German Cathedral on one side and the French Cathedral on the other. The area also contains multiple statues and monuments. Gendarmenmarkt has become a popular tourist destination due to its picturesque setting and unique historical significance.
Everywhere we looked, there were remarkable buildings that had stood for centuries and told of their rich history in languages. We feel like we've stepped back in time, and it is a truly unforgettable experience.
Duration: 10 minutes
5
Checkpoint Charlie
Checkpoint Charlie is a powerful symbol of the Cold War era. It is a reminder of the 28 years that the Berlin Wall divided families, friends, and enemies. The wall was finally down in 1989, but Checkpoint Charlie remains a poignant reminder of those troubled times. Visitors to Berlin can still experience the impact of Checkpoint Charlie and reflect on its significance today.
Taking a journey through the former border strip of Berlin is like entering a time capsule of history. Along this strip, which was once divided berlin by the Berlin Wall. These original pieces are monuments to a time of separation and provide an eye-opening exploration into the past.
Duration: 5 minutes
6
Topography of Terror
The Topography of Terror is an iconic documentation centre that reminds us of the atrocities committed during the Nazi era. Located in Berlin, Germany, it is a place where visitors can learn about the history of this dark period. It is a powerful symbol of courage and hopes that serves to educate people about the past and ensure that such atrocities never happen again.
Right next to it is the Martin-Gropius-Bau exhibition centre. Over the years, it has presented exhibitions by internationally renowned artists, such as Chinese artist Ai Weiwei and British rock star David Bowie.
The Museum is located in a pre-war building, making it iconic in the city's landscape and providing visitors with an unforgettable experience.
The Prussian Landtag in Berlin has been a historic building since the late 19th century. It has been the site of many significant political events in Prussian history and remains essential for Prussians and the world—this impressive building and its rich history.
Duration: 10 minutes
7
Potsdamer Platz
After the reunification of Germany in 1990, Potsdamer Platz became a symbol of the power and potential of a united country. It quickly became Europe's largest construction site and transformed an area that had fallen into disrepair after World War II into an impressive ensemble of skyscrapers and futuristic buildings. Today the Sony Center is the main building on Potsdamer Platz and represents Germany's past and future.
Duration: 10 minutes
8
The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Along the border strip, we reached the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, also known as the Holocaust Memorial, which opened in 2005 to commemorate and remind us of the murder of more than six million Jews under National Socialism. The federal government commissioned the design and construction of the Memorial. To those killed and who lost their lives during this dark historical period. It serves as a powerful reminder of the fragility of our freedom. We can reflect on our role in preventing such cruelty from occurring again.
Duration: 10 minutes
9
Brandenburg Gate
Afterwards, the tour will take you to one of the most famous landmarks in Berlin: the Brandenburg Gate.
Then we leave the former Eastern part of Berlin and enter the Memorial to the Murdered Sinti and Roma, the Government District consisting of the Reichstag/Bundestag and Chancellery,
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Also, this is an ideal tour for less mobile guests. In a few steps, you enter our Rickshaw. We can stop anywhere you'd like to take memorable pictures. Even without stepping out of the Rickshaw, you can come very close to the monuments; you can even touch them.
