Spend the day exploring the German city of Potsdam, once home to Prussian kings and the German Kaiser, during this 4-hour guided walking excursion. Explore the numerous palaces, castles and parks of this beautiful city, a location some have compared to France’s Versailles, on foot, listening to insightful commentary from your guide as you go.
Meet your guide in Berlin and take the train as the locals would do. Once in Potsdam, set off to marvel at the impressive architecture of the historic city centre, see the picturesque Dutch quarter, Potsdam's very own Brandenburg Gate and all of Potsdam's other highlights. Then, continue through the tree-lined avenues of the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sanssouci Gardens with decorative fountains, ornate flower beds, and splendid palaces.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Professional guide
✔ Potsdam Walking Tour
✖ Gratuities
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
✖ Berlin Transport ABC Zone Day Pass (available at the meeting point)
✖ Hotel pickup and drop off
Departure & Return
Departure:
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In front of the Starbucks across from the S-Bahn "Hackescher Markt"
Itinerary
1
Hackescher Markt
Start your trip outside Berlin’s Hackescher Markt Station. Join up with your guide and take a 15-mile (24km) train journey outside the city center to Potsdam, once the home to German royalty.
2
Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor)
You'll pass historical Gate in the City of Potsdam.
Duration: 5 minutes
3
Museum Barberini
Stroll through Potsdam City centre with its beautiful Old Market Square, Museum Barberini and the impressive new City Palace Potsdam and Brandenburg State Parliament.
4
Neuer Garten
You'll explore Park of Sanssouci.
Duration: 5 minutes
5
Bildergalerie
Admire the Arts Collection of Frederic the Great.
Duration: 5 minutes
6
Potsdam Friedenskirche
The next stop on your itinerary is the Church of Peace in Potsdam.
Duration: 5 minutes
7
The Historic Windmill
The guide will explain the history of the site.
Duration: 5 minutes
8
Neues Palais
See the magical palace of Frederick the Great
Duration: 30 minutes
9
Potsdam Paradise Garden
Stroll through the stunning gardens of Potsdam's emperors.
Duration: 30 minutes
10
Sanssouci Park
Walk through Sanssouci Park, the beautiful gardens surrounding the palaces.
Duration: 5 minutes
11
Sanssouci Palace
Your guide will take you to the Sanssouci Palace, the private retreat of Frederic the Great. Please note that we end the tour here. Tickets for entry to the palace are not included and need to be purchased in advance.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
