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Is Checkpoint Charlie Worth Visiting? What to See and Understand
What survives at Checkpoint Charlie, why the crossing mattered, and how to make the most of a visit independently or on our Berlin Express walking tour.
Berlin in 2 Hours: What Can You Realistically See?
Make two hours in Berlin count: choose a compact route, allow time for your onward journey, and decide whether a guided Express walk suits your visit.
Potsdam from Berlin: Is a Guided Day Trip Worth It?
Compare a guided Potsdam day trip with an independent visit. Find out what a guide adds, how the journey works, and why palace interiors need separate tickets.
Visiting Sachsenhausen from Berlin: Guided Tour or Audio Guide?
Decide between a licensed guide and an independent audio-guide visit to Sachsenhausen. Understand the memorial, travel from Berlin, free admission, and what our small-group tour includes.
Why We Don’t Offer “Free” Walking Tours in Berlin – And Why Paid Tours Are Worth Every Cent
Free walking tours in Berlin sound great — but are they really? Discover why paid walking tours offer more value, fairness, and a richer experience.
What Is the Best Walking Tour in Berlin? How to Choose
Find the right Berlin walking tour for your trip. Compare first-visit highlights, WWII, Cold War and street art tours, with practical advice on private guides, families and walking distance.
Valentine’s Day in Berlin: Romantic Things to Do
Explore romantic walks, historic landmarks and café ideas for Valentine’s Day in Berlin, from Tiergarten to Charlottenburg Palace and the Spree.
5 Cinemas in Berlin: Arthouse Venues & Film Tips
Discover five Berlin cinema favourites, from Delphi Lux to Sputnik and Neues Off, with current programme links and tips on screening languages.
Berlin Christmas Markets 2026: Six Local Picks & Visiting Tips
Plan Berlin’s Christmas markets in 2026 with six local picks, confirmed dates, practical visiting tips and our guided Christmas market walk.
The history of Original Berlin Walks
Find out how Original Berlin Walks was founded in 1993 by historians Nick and Serena Gay and how the company delevoped into one of Berlin’s most popular walking tour companies.
Where to find the best Ice Cream of Berlin
Whether you opt for a typical ice cream coffee ‘Eiskaffee’, a fun ‘Spaghettieis’ or an experimental flavoured vegan sorbet; Berlin’s diverse range of top quality ice cream parlours have something for every taste!
5 Great English Cinemas in Berlin
It’s Berlinale Time! Reason enough to check out our Top 5 of Berlin’s greatest cinemas.
Top 5 Vegan Restaurants in Berlin
Berlin has long been known as the vegan capital of Europe and is arguably one of the top vegan-friendly places in the world. Here are a few tips from us at Original Berlin Walks about the top vegan eateries in the city.
Travel all over Berlin & Germany for only €9 in Summer 2022
Historical guide to Germany’s €9 ticket in summer 2022. The offer has ended; find links to current Berlin public transport tickets and fares.
Join Original Berlin Walks for International Women’s Day
A look back at International Women’s Day in Berlin in 2022, with women’s history and a link to the current Women of Berlin tour. The original offer has ended.
Three Great Berlin Stories You Can Listen To In English
Listen to three fascinating podcast stories about Berlin
Six Great Coffee Roasters in Berlin
Six great coffee roasters in one great city. Read on to make sure you get your perfect caffeine kick in Berlin.
The One Book You Should Read About Berlin
There are so many Berlin history books to choose from, but one of them stands head and shoulders above the rest