Germany · PRIVATE
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 private tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Private 90-minute Reichstag and Glass Dome tour from Brandenburg Gate, with a small group guide and dome views, skip ticket line.
“Daniela was absolutely excellent! Fascinating guide, so knowledgeable and very engaging for my 11 year old. Thank you so much!”
Berlin WWII and Cold War sights, on foot with a private guide. From Brandenburg Gate to Checkpoint Charlie, 6 hours of context.
“Learning about the history of Berlin, from a knowledgeable and experienced guide was fantastic. I can’t imagine visiting this city without knowing the details of it’s complex history.”
Customizable Munich private walking tour with a local. Tailored route, Frauenkirche, Marienplatz Glockenspiel, Hofbräuhaus, English Garden.
“Private guide is the way to go in a busy city. Anna packed in a ton and could fit in little stops with our small group. Easier to ask questions in a private group and hear all the history when walking around.”
Private walking tour of Berlin’s WWII and Third Reich sites, with hotel pickup, guided stops from Topography of Terror to the Holocaust Memorial.
“We had a lovely walk through Berlin, enjoying the highlights and stories about the history of Berlin. Our guide Oren adjusted the tour to our interests and had a wealth of knowledge about the city to share.”
Private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman, UNESCO sights, top landmarks, snacks, and pickup for up to four.
“It was a fun way to see Hamburg. The guide was friendly and informative. My son and I enjoyed our time on this tour.”
Private Strasbourg boat cruise on the Ill River aboard the Saint Gothard, with Little France views, the Vauban locks, and live English or French commentary.
“We were the only two guests (not planned), which made us feel very special. Jerome was welcoming and informative. The ride was relaxing and the weather was perfect. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you for a memorable experience! Jack and Patty”
A private Berlin walk that blends iconic landmarks with Cold War landmarks and WWII sites, customized to you, with hotel pickup and drop-off.
“Grayson was an incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful guide who spent considerable time discussing the deep history and understanding of issues as they helped frame our tour. Given the rich history of Berlin, Grayson was an expert in narrowing the focus to the specific areas where we visited and walked.”
A 90-minute private walk in Nuremberg’s old town, from Hauptmarkt to Albrecht Dürer’s House and the Castle, with a live guide.
“Klasse Führung!!!! Herr Vogel war als Einheimischer super gut über Geschichte, Architektur und geographischen Besonderheiten informiert. Eine Anpassung unserer "privaten" tour mit 7 Personen und einem älteren größerem Hund im Hundewagen wurde souverän umgesetzt. Kurzum: echt klasse !!!”
A 4-hour Berlin private history walk with hotel pickup, major monuments, and a guide who ties it all together from medieval roots to the Wall.
“Our tour with Kai Janssen was a high point of our trip to Berlin. His knowledge of German history, from medieval to present, was exceptional, as was his patience with our constant questions. Despite the comfortable pace, we covered more of Berlin than I could have imagined. If you only have one day in Berlin, I'd take this tour, and then hit Julian's evening biking food tour over on Airbnb. Highly recommended!”
Private half-day Berlin walk through WWII and the Cold War, with hotel pickup, expert guide, and flexible focus on your must-sees.
“Maria was a great guide! She was so friendly and knowledgeable. This tour hit all of the sites we wanted to see. Having the guide meant we also got recommendations for the rest of the visit.”
Private 2-hour St. Pauli red-light district walking tour in Hamburg with a pro guide, Reeperbahn sights, bars, and Große Freiheit.
“Paddy war einfach spitze, er hat uns viele nützliche Informationen und Tipps gegeben.”
Private couples photo shoot and walking tour in Hamburg with guided posing tips, four stops, and 20 edited photos from top sights.
“Hat sehr Spaß gemacht und viel gelernt um auf Fotos natürlich auszusehen. Wirklich Top. Würde ich zu 100% wieder buchen.”
A private Berlin WWII and Cold War walking tour with a local guide. See sites like Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate, and the Holocaust Memorial.
“Excellent guide - Seth Brilliant guide, taught us so much about Berlins history And a lovely chap. It was just my husband and I and Seth so he tailored the tour to what we asked to see.”
Private Sachsenhausen tour from Berlin by train with hotel pickup, a licensed memorial guide, and time to reflect at the grounds.
“Our Guide Paul was wonderful and we learned so much about history and Hitler's rise to Power. The only downside, which is why I rated it a 4, is there was a lot of walking getting to and from the Train to the Camp,. That was remedied by hiring a couple of Taxi's.”
Ride a Trabant stretch-limousine through Berlin’s Cold War sites with a private guide, hotel pickup, and plenty of photo stops.
“This tour did not disappoint! The kids loved the experience of riding in the limo (and feeling like celebrities! - people are constantly pointing and taking pics!). Sebastian was a great historian and we appreciated his patience! Totally recommend!”
Every kind of German day out, and the best of each.
