Berlin, Germany

Berlin During the Cold War

Learn about Life as a Divided City Explore Berlin and learn about life since reunification as you visit some of the city’s iconic sights. Berlin spent 28 years divided by its wall, under Soviet rule in the east and Allied occupation in the west. With your guide, you will uncover more about the Cold War and its effect on the people of Berlin. Visit the Stasi Museum, located in the former Stasi headquarters, and view exhibits that tell the story of East Germany’s surveillance of its people. Continue to the Berlin Wall Memorial and hear stories about those who tried to escape. Stop at the Nordbahnhof, known as the ghost station, as it was closed to the people of East Berlin to stop them from crossing into West Berlin. Cap your tour with a poignant stop at the “Palace of Tears,” the site where families on either side of the divide bid farewell to each other, not knowing when they would see each other again. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.