Location: Potsdam
Top Things to do in Potsdam
What to do and see in Potsdam, Brandenburg: The Best Cultural Tours
Potsdam was the residence of the Prussian kings and German Kaisers until 1918. It is the site of the parks and palaces of Sanssouci, the largest World Heritage Site in Germany. The city is now the capital of the German federal state of Brandenburg and a home to three public colleges and a major film production studio.
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1. 3.5-Hour Small-Group Soviet Potsdam Tour with Bridge of Spies
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Exciting 3.5-hour small-group walking tour through Red Potsdam. Learn more about the Allies’ Potsdam Conference in the summer of 1945 after WW2, the Soviet KGB in Soviet Potsdam, and the well-known Cold War town of Potsdam with the Berlin Wall and the world famous Bridge of Spies as you follow your guide through the city. With a group no bigger than 15 passengers, enjoy a more personal service during your tour.
Inclusions: Professional guide
Exclusions: Ticket for public transportation, Food and drinks
Reviewed By Wendy L
Yesterday, me, my son, and my husband took a tour with Berlins Taiga in Potsdam. We were all completely engaged for the entire 2.5 hours. I knew so little about the Soviet History in East Germany. Our guide, Holger, is so good at making history come alive. We learned about the Potsdam Conference, the KGB operations here, and eventually saw the Bridge of Spies. My 21 year old son was so intrigued that he downloaded the movie to watch on his way home. I highly recommend this tour to everyone.
2. Potsdam Day Trip from Berlin with a Local: Private & Personalized
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
After just a 25-minute train to Brandenburg State you’ll be in the charming town of Potsdam with one of our Berlin hosts. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it’s littered with fairy-tale palaces and lavish architecture. Visit the rococo Sanssouci Palace, Neuen Garten and the historic Dutch Quarter. Feast like a king or queen on regional cuisine, stop by Studio Baselberg - the oldest in the world and enjoy the amber liquid in a traditional beer garden. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your Host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 8 hours with your host, Return train ticket to Potsdam, Sanssouci Palace entry, Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
Exclusions: Your food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs other than the ones included in the experience, Gratuities (optional)
Reviewed By embarqmailcom1
Tour covers several Christmas markets with amply time at each. Commuting was easy too! Would definitely recommend this tour.
3. PRIVATE Day Trip from Berlin: Historical Gems of Potsdam
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Just half an hour from Berlin, the historical gem of Potsdam is waiting to be discovered. Join your favorite local on a private day trip to check out the famous palaces of Frederick The Great and explore Germany's royal past filled with architectural gems, pastoral landscapes & intriguing stories. • Understand the amazing history of Potsdam • Stroll through the picturesque Dutch Quarter • Check out Potsdam's main attractions • Admire the exterior of the Sanssouci Palace • Hear all about Germany's royal past
Inclusions: Private guide, Return ticket Berlin-Potsdam
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance tickets in Potsdam are not included
Reviewed By jillannedidit
We loved this food tour, it was one of our favorite activities in Berlin! Since it was just our group Liz was able to customize it to our liking. She took us to some of her favorite spots, places we never would have found on our own. We felt like locals and oh man was the food delicious! Liz was very entertaining and charming and even helped us navigate our way to our next activity. We loved every minute of the food tour and highly recommend Liz!
4. Private Walking Tour: The Royal City of Potsdam
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Are you visiting Berlin and want to have a one day trip to the pastoral and scenic views of Potsdam, where the Prussian royal dynasty has set its summer retreat? Curious as to how the area looked like before the massive distruction of World War II? Potsdam is the capital of the federal state of Brandenburg and it is just 30 kilimeters from the heart of Berlin, which makes it ideal for a day trip. During this tour we will see the main palces built by the Hohenzollerns along 300 years, will hear the stories anout the rise of Prussia and the reign of three 18th century kings, and how their style of politics reflects in their style of construction. After the end on Monarchy in 1918, Potsdam kept of being a hotspot for local and international politics, especially through the cold war. We will see the location of the 1945 Potsdam Conference where the division of Germany was set, as well as the former border between Potsdam and West Berlin, also known as the Bridge of Spies.
Inclusions: Professional Guide, Hotel Pickup (for selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Entrance to the Palaces, Public Transport Ticket (Berlin ABC Day Pass, 10 Euro per person), Food and Drinks
Reviewed By P8002CVfionac
Zahi was a really brilliant tour guide. He was so knowledgable and enthusiastic, and it was clear he was genuinely loved giving tours. A great afternoon & learned a lot!!
5. Private Potsdam Tour: The Prussian Palace Playground
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This Potsdam tour is a day excursion from Berlin and we will see the unmissable highlights. We will cover everything from Frederick The Great’s flute to the exchange of Francis Gary Powers the American Spy pilot at the “Bridge of Spies”. Birchy’s Berlin Royal Potsdam Tour Starting at the Old Market the next stop is the Glienecke Brucke, more commonly known as the ‘Bridge of Spies’. From there to the first of the Royal Parks, Frederick Wilhelm II’s New Garden. This is home to not just the Marble Palace but also and the Schloss Cecilianhoff, the site of the Potsdam Conference. After a stroll through the Old Town, and literally through the other Brandenburg Gate it is onto the jewel in Potsdam’s crown, Frederick the Great’s Park San Soucci. Once there we will pick out the highlights from the many palaces, residences and buildings present there. Our Birchy’s Berlin Potsdam Tour will visit: potsdam tour from birchys berlin The Old Market Gleinecke Brücke (Bridge of Spies) New Garden, Marmorpalais and Scloss Ceceilenhof (site of the Potsdam Conference) The Dutch Quarter (Holländisches Viertel) Park San Soucci This is a Walking Tour Pickups are on foot
Inclusions: Expert Tour Guide
Exclusions: ABC Travel Ticket for S-Bahn, Bus fare, Food and drinks
Reviewed By K6141ATjuliec
First of all, a bit about our guide, Paul. He was incredible. Full of information, including history leading up to the war, and spent time on the journey telling us the background and showing things of interest. He could answer every question, and was obviously passionate about history and the area. He actually made our visit, and for that we cannot thank him enough. From purchasing the tickets to meeting our guide to getting back to our hotel, the process was easy. The journey is long on the train, followed by a 15 minute walk to Sachsenhausen, so be aware of that. The actual place - I don’t think I can put into words what it was like. The thought of being there, and hearing and imagining what the prisoners went through, was humbling, and made us reflect on how lucky we are. We didn’t take photos, as did not feel it was right to do so (our personal view), and we were also so busy listening to Paul we didn’t really think about taking any. There is a café- we thought there wasn’t so took some lunch with us, but would eat at the café if we returned as it looked nice food (soup/sandwiches/cake) and was reasonably priced. The biggest advice we would give is take a coat, even if it is not particularly cold. The wind across the open space was biting at times. We would say this is an unmissable trip, and be prepared to be moved. And ask for Paul - you won’t be disappointed.
6. Private Potsdam City Tour in a Russian vintage minibus
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Your guide and driver Holger was born in Potsdam. He offers an authentic insight in the history of Potsdam. The former Prussian residential town became one of the focal points in the Cold War. The Potsdam Conference from 1945 paved the way for the Cold War. Potsdam was one of the most important Soviet bases in the GDR. The bridge of spies connecting Potsdam with West Berlin was a symbol for the seperation of Germany.
Inclusions: Taste a Soviet style soft drink
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Reviewed By DennisY997
We enjoyed the informative tour from our tour guide Holger as he walked us through the town center, city square to see the town that was rebuilt after WWII. We also visited the castle where Potsdam conference was held where US, Soviet and UK leaders decided on dropping the atomic bomb in Japan in 1945. Our visit ended at the Bridge of Spies which was featured in a movie by Tom Hanks! It was a very well presented tour and we had a wonderful time!
7. City and Palaces Tour Potsdam - Stadt- und Schloesserrundfahrt Potsdam
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4.7 based on 99 reviews
Enjoy a fun city tour of the highlights of Potsdam and visit the fascinating castles of Sanssouci, Cecilienhof and the New Palace on three walks during the tour. Stroll through the Baroque old town and walk in the footsteps of "Old Fritz".
Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Live commentary on board (german) / other via audio guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Live entertainment (engl/german during the guided walks)
Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By Inspire587709
Upon exiting Potsdam Hbf, across the street you see tours for Potsdam palaces. Unless you stay overnight, taking a tour saves time since palaces are far apart. It's guided audio on bus, but live guide narration off bus. Visited Schloss Cecilienhof, Sanssouci Park, and Neues Palais.
8. Private Half-Day Walking Tour of Potsdam and Sanssouci
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 11 reviews
The beautiful city of Potsdam is listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO because of its harmonious landscape with parks and palaces. This tour takes you back in time and to all the highlights of the old city center of Potsdam including the park of Sanssouci Palace. You will see the old market with the restored City Palace, the picturesque Dutch quarter and the Brandenburg Gate, the older sister of the famous gate in Berlin. After a relaxing stroll through the city, we will reach the park of Sanssouci Palace with its water fountains, the golden Chinese Tea House and the tomb of Prussia's legendary king, Frederic the Great. The tour may either end at the palace where our guide will be helpful to obtain tickets for an inside visit (Mondays closed) or you head back to the railway station together with your guide.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Private tour
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Reviewed By ecseq
We made a boat trip on the Spree with Stefan. He is a super nice, funny and eloquent guide who knows the important buildings very well and weaves many interesting anecdotes into his speech. We enjoyed the trip with him and can recommend him without restrictions. Thanks a lot for the great tour, Stefan!
9. Private Day Tour to Potsdam from Berlin by Minivan
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4.6 based on 10 reviews
Visit beautiful Potsdam, a city nearly completely listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the relaxing gardens and palaces on a private day tour in a minivan. Potsdam city is known for its famous picturesque gardens and palaces. The city is close to Berlin, where the tour will start. Part of the tour is a visit of Glienicke bridge, the "Bridge of Spies", and of Cecilienhof Castle, where the famous peace conference after WWII took place. Another highlight of the tour is a visit of Sanssouci Palace inside and a walk through the beautiful park area. For our lunch break we will head to the romantic baroque city center of Potsdam with its Dutch Quarter or you may want to visit a historic restaurant closeby.
Inclusions: Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pickup, Professional guide, Admission to Sanssouci Palace (except on Mondays)
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By ecseq
We made a boat trip on the Spree with Stefan. He is a super nice, funny and eloquent guide who knows the important buildings very well and weaves many interesting anecdotes into his speech. We enjoyed the trip with him and can recommend him without restrictions. Thanks a lot for the great tour, Stefan!
10. Discover Potsdam
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4.6 based on 277 reviews
Spend the day exploring the German city of Potsdam, once home to Prussian kings and the German Kaiser, during this 6-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.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Berlin city map with public transport
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Berlin Transport ABC Zone Day Pass (approx 7.70 Euros) that is available from your guide on the day, Hotel pickup and drop off
Reviewed By 539keith
Our guide for the visit was Wouter and he is a fantastic person to be leading the tour. Both knowledgeable and articulate, Wouter was interesting to listen to from the time we met him in the city centre to the time of dispersing at the end. We thoroughly recommend the tour itself. It is harrowing and a reminder of the horrors that occurred there, but also stands as a living representation of something that should never be repeated. Any short visit to Berlin should include this tour. We were in Berlin before the Covid issues started, so have no comment regarding the adherence to guidelines associated with it.
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