Germany on Foot: 15 Walks Worth Booking

1.Discover Berlin Half-Day Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9,624 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Our pick

Walk through Berlin’s Prussian, Nazi, and Cold War past with an English-speaking guide. The route links Museum Island, Unter den Linden, Brandenburg Gate, the Holocaust Memorial, Berlin Wall sites, Topography of Terror, and Checkpoint Charlie. Guides such as Amanda, Tobi, Georgia, and Rebecca are praised for clear stories, humor, and thoughtful historical context.

“It was a great tour with lots of information about the history of the city and of the main sites. Very interesting and entertaining. Highly recommended.”

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2.Berlin City walk Government District and Places of Democracy

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,467 reviews · 75 minutes - 1.5 hours

Walk from Futurium through Berlin’s political quarter to the Reichstag, crossing the Spree and passing the Chancellery, Parliament of the Trees, Wall memorials, and Bundestag buildings. Your live guide explains Berlin’s divided past, the federal government’s design, and the duties of parliament. The tour ends outside the Reichstag; entry inside requires separate registration.

“A really knowledgeable guide who showed us so much more than we were expecting. Very knowledgeable and presented in a very interesting way. Thanks for a great tour!”

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3.Third Reich & Cold War Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8,378 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Walk about 2 kilometers from Brandenburg Gate to Checkpoint Charlie with an English or German guide. You’ll visit the Reichstag, Soviet War Memorial, Holocaust Memorial, Hitler’s bunker site, Topography of Terror, and a 200-meter Berlin Wall section. Guides such as Maria, Maggie, Rohan, and Mikey are praised for clear stories and lively answers.

“Our guide Maggie, was amazing! She was so good at sharing her entusiasm about Berlin and German history.”

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4.Third Reich & WWII Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,181 reviews · 2.5 hours - 165 minutes · from $31

Spend 165 minutes walking through Munich’s Nazi-era past with guides such as Michael, Steve, Alex, Josh, and Danielle. Visit Hofbräuhaus, Feldherrnhalle, Königsplatz, and the Hofgarten while tracing Hitler’s rise and learning about the White Rose resistance. Expect a serious, story-led tour in English or German, with frequent stops and plenty of outdoor time.

“Steve made this tour a real experience! I learned many things, with in an intense and funny tour guide. Super recommended!”

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5.Discover Berlin Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,998 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $23

Follow a live German or English-speaking guide through Berlin’s defining chapters, from medieval origins and Prussian power to Nazi rule, the Wall, and today’s city. You’ll see the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, Bebelplatz, Checkpoint Charlie, and Hitler’s bunker site. Choose a 2 or 4-hour route, with private groups available.

“Amazing tour! Sarah was such an informative guide—her deep knowledge and storytelling of Berlin’s history were outstanding 🫶🏼”

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6.Berlin’s Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,486 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24

This two-hour Berlin walk links Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, Hitler’s bunker site, the Holocaust Memorial, the Berlin Wall, and Checkpoint Charlie. An English-speaking local guide leads the route, often using historic photos and stories to explain what happened where you stand. Meet 15 minutes early by the pink umbrella.

“Third Reich tour by Nickolai - outstanding, highly recommended. The knowledge, passion and depth of knowledge imparted throughout the tour was truly breathtaking. Given Nickolai’s background in this Arena and his origins, it’s no wonder his passion for this shines through and makes this tour one of the best we attended on our Berlin weekend. If you get the chance when in Berlin and if Nickolai is on shift - do it.”

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7.Explore Berlin: See All The Iconic Sights & Some Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,429 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $24

Walk central Berlin for about three hours with an English-speaking guide such as Joseph, Hannah, Jimmy, or Tina. You’ll connect Nazi and Cold War history with major sights including the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Holocaust Memorial, Bebelplatz, and surviving Berlin Wall sections. Expect a brisk pace, many short stops, and about three miles on foot.

“Amazing experience seeing Berlin and understanding how it all happened. Rohan was a superb guide, highly knowledgeable with enthralling explanations. We were sorry when the tour ended!”

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8.Third Reich Walking Tour Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,291 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Follow an English-speaking guide through Munich sites tied to Hitler’s rise and Nazi rule. In 2.5 hours, you’ll visit Königsplatz, Odeonsplatz, the Hofbräuhaus, Old Town Hall, and Marienplatz, with photos, political context, and memorials to those who resisted. Guides such as Jake, Michael, Nicola, and Aileen are praised for clear, thoughtful storytelling.

“This was an excellent and very informative tour and took us to places in Munich that we otherwise would have probably missed. Nicola, our guide, was very patient and answered any questions that we had and struck the right balance of stopping to explain the significance of the landmarks and the walks between these.”

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9.Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,301 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $24

Spend three hours walking through central Berlin with a guide such as Maria, Paul, Ru, or Chris, tracing Nazi power, wartime destruction, resistance, and the Holocaust. You’ll see Hitler’s bunker site, the Reichstag, Goebbels’ propaganda headquarters, the Soviet War Memorial, and the Topography of Terror. Expect about 5,000 brisk steps outdoors.

“Really interesting and our tour guide Emma was excellent, friendly and knowledgeable. Wrap up warm 3 hours is a long time!”

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10.Bamberg: Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,202 reviews · 2 hours · from $14Best value

Meet at Bamberg’s Tourist Information for a two-hour German-language walk through the UNESCO old town. Your guide may be Christine, Werner, or another local guide. Expect the cathedral exterior, Old Court, New Residenz, Rose Garden, Old Town Hall, Little Venice, and plenty of medieval streets. Cathedral entry is not included.

“Trotz relativ großer Gruppe und Eiseskälte eine sehr schöne Stadttour mit wunderschönen Highlights Bambergs unter blauem Himmel. Vielen Dank für die vielen interessanten Informationen.”

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11.Dortmund: BVB Self-Guided Stadium Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,195 reviews · 1 day · from $14

Follow the yellow-marked route through Dortmund’s Signal Iduna Park at your own pace. You’ll see the South Stand, player tunnel, changing room area, mixed zone, coaching benches, and Yellow Wall. QR codes add club videos in German and English. This is an unguided visit, with access changing during events, matches, and renovation work.

“Weren’t allowed to go into the locker rooms as advertised. I had hoped we could check out the stands more, a lot of it was off limits and the upper tier inaccessible. Otherwise staff was very helpful and friendly.”

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12.Bremen: Walking Tour in German with Night Guard

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,922 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $18

Follow a German-speaking night guard in historical costume through Bremen for 1.5 hours. With lantern, horn, and halberd, your guide leads you from the Town Musicians and Old Town Hall across the Market Square, Böttcherstraße, and Schnoor, sharing old rules, misconducts, and tales from 1637.

“Der Nachtwächter war gut. Trotz Regen und 3 Grad hat er uns humorvoll durch Bremen geführt. Für mich, als Hörgeräteträger war er super zu verstehen.”

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13.Bremen: City Center Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,709 reviews · 2 hours · from $14

Follow an English or German-speaking guide through Bremen’s market square, Böttcherstraße, and the old Schnoor quarter. Expect about 2 kilometers of walking, cobblestones, stories about the Town Musicians, and a close look at the city’s architecture. Guides such as Pierre, Rima, Guido, and Hans have earned praise for clear storytelling and good humor.

“Our guide B. Heli. I am not sure of the name was excellent! Very knowledgeable and informative! It is highly recommended to take this tour! We loved it and thank you to our guide”

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14.Old Town Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,416 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $18

Walk Nuremberg’s Old Town with an English- or German-speaking local guide, beginning at the Tourist Information under the arcades at Hauptmarkt 18. See the Main Market, Old City Hall, St. Sebaldus Church, Dürer’s House, Tiergärtnertorplatz, and Weissgerbergasse. Expect local stories, uphill streets, city views, and a brisk introduction to Nuremberg’s past and present.

“Our tour guide, Martina was great and so knowledgeable. Really great way to spend the afternoon learning about Nuremberg!”

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15.City & Semperoper Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,397 reviews · 2h 50m · from $35

Spend 170 minutes walking Dresden’s historic center with a German-speaking guide, from Dresden Castle and Frauenkirche to the Procession of Princes, Zwinger, cathedral, and Semperoper. You’ll tour the opera house’s grand rooms and learn how Augustus II the Strong shaped the city. Museum tickets are not included.

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