Hackescher Markt: Our most recommended tours and activities

Berlin: 1-Hour City Tour by Boat with Guaranteed Seating

1. Berlin: 1-Hour City Tour by Boat with Guaranteed Seating

Discover some of the key landmarks of Berlin on a sightseeing boat tour. Enjoy a relaxing river cruise on the Spree to take in the sights at the heart of this bustling city.   Depart from Friedrichstraße or Nikolaiviertel. Your 1-hour sightseeing tour will take you past the Reichstag (German Parliament Building), through the new Regierungsviertel (Government Quarter), all the way to the Haus der Kulturen der Welt (House of World Cultures). After turning at the Lutherbrücke (Luther Bridge), keep a look out for Schloss Bellevue (Bellevue Palace), the "Beamtenschlange" (civil servant housing), and the Siegessäule (Victory Column). Marvel at Hauptbahnhof (Central Station), Berliner Dom (Berlin Cathedral), Museumsinsel (Museum Island), and the Nikolaiviertal, the oldest residential area in Berlin. Arrive back either Friedrichstraße or Nikolaiviertel to finish the tour.

Berlin: Hidden Backyards Guided Walking Tour

2. Berlin: Hidden Backyards Guided Walking Tour

Discover Berlin's hidden back alleys and courtyards on a guided walking tour. Enjoy a guided visit to some of the most iconic spots that showcase the typical urban Berlin atmosphere. See how people live, work, create, and have fun in these hidden spaces. Meet your guide and stroll through the Scheunenviertel in Berlin-Mitte. Learn about the history of the development of this quarter and its transformation into the center of Jewish life around the New Synagogue. Find out how it became the trendy, colorful, and international area that it is today. Go off the beaten path and discover lesser-known areas that many visitors miss during their stay in the city. Make your way through dark alleys and passageways which reveal thriving cultural spaces that are popular with the locals. One such example is the Schwarzenberg House, a relic of a bygone era, now home to art studios and creative spaces. Admire the walls of the yard which are adorned with street art, and the historic buildings which have had many different functions over the years. Head to the buzzing courtyard of the Heckmann-Höfe, illuminated with vibrant colors in the shadow of trees and ivy-lined buildings. Relax in this 19th-century courtyard, a hidden oasis from the busy streets of Berlin. With your expert guide, you will also discover other hidden courtyards and spaces that are often missed by passers-by. Enjoy an in-depth insight into the city away from the tourist hotspots and shopping centers.

Berlin: 1-Hour City Sightseeing River Cruise

3. Berlin: 1-Hour City Sightseeing River Cruise

Join a 1-hour round-trip boat tour that starts close to Hackescher Markt. Sit back and relax as you learn about the captivating history of Berlin from the onboard audio guide commentary. First, cruise along the River Spree to the Eastern part of the city, where you will see the Berlin Cathedral, the newly inaugurated Humboldt Forum, and the Marstall concert hall. Turning in front of the Mühlendammschleuse head back westwards past the oldest part of Berlin, the Nikolaiviertel. A little bit further down the river, learn more about Museum Island before cruising past Friedrichstraße before entering the Parliament district. See the Reichstag building, the Berlin Central Station, as well as the Federal Chancellery. At the House of World Cultures, the boat will turn around again and bring you back to the pier.

Berlin Dungeon: Entrance Ticket

4. Berlin Dungeon: Entrance Ticket

Berlin Dungeon is a unique thrilling experience that will wisk you back into the city's dark past. Professional actors, 360 sets and special effects bring the chillingly amusing characters to live. Get to know the frightenly true stories and become part in history yourself! First, experience the true stories of the city’s worst traitors, witches, and serial killers. Uncover the legend of the dreaded White Lady, wander through the Labyrinth of the Hohenzollern, and meet Berlin’s most notorious serial killer Carl Großmann. Then, comes face to face with the Plague Doctor who is delighted to demonstrate the effects of the plague. Defend yourself in front of the High Court and escape through the secret tunnels. Finally, take one of the darkest drops into the unknown with Berlin‘s highest indoor freefall tower Exitus. Conclude your experience of 600 years of the capital’s history, from medieval times to the 20th century when 360° sets come to life.

Berlin: 2.5-Hour East Side Boat Cruise with Commentary

5. Berlin: 2.5-Hour East Side Boat Cruise with Commentary

Experience a special East Side boat cruise, 25 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Besides numerous sights in the old and new center of Berlin, see also the recent changes in the area surrounding the East Side Gallery. The roundtrip boat cruise starts at the pier by the old stock exchange building, near the Hackersche Höfe. Relax onboard the boat as you listen to detailed information in English and German and enjoy a delicious food service (own expense). After passing by the cradle of Berlin – Mühlendamm Lock – the tour continues on past Radialsystem V, an energy forum, Berlin Ostbahnhof and the Mercedes Benz Arena. Pass under the Oberbaum Bridge into the east harbor with its many new residents including Universal Music, MTV, Coca Cola, and Label 1 and 2. You will also pass by the Badeschiff at Arena Treptow and the Molecule Man sculpture. Journey back to Berlin-Mitte and see the Nikolaiviertel, the palace construction site, and the Humboldt Forum. The famous Museum Island begins at the Berlin Cathedral. Pass under the Weidendammer Bridge to reach the area around Friedrichstrasse with the Schiffbauerdamm, the Tränenpalast (Palace of Tears), and Friedrichstrasse station. Cruise past the government district where you will see the Reichstag building and the Federal Chancellery. You will also see the most modern railway stations in Europe from the water – Berlin Central Station. Pass by Bellevue Palace – the seat of the Federal President – before heading back to the starting point, the old stock exchange building.

Berlin Combo Package: City Tour & Spree Boat Tour

6. Berlin Combo Package: City Tour & Spree Boat Tour

Discover Berlin's most interesting sights on this practical hop-on hop-off bus tour combined with a boat trip on the Spree. Simply hop on at the first stop, sit back, and explore the city. Get on and off as often as you like and take as much time as you want at each sight.  Stroll along Kurfürstendamm, learn more about the historical background of Checkpoint Charlie, admire the Brandenburg Gate and enjoy the Gendarmenmarkt. Enjoy a one-hour boat tour on the Spree. Discover Berlin from a different perspective as you glide past the city center's iconic attractions. The buses stop at the following stops:• Kurfürstendamm• KaDeWe• Lützow Square• Cultural Forum• Potsdamer Square• Checkpoint Charlie• Gendarmenmarkt• Neptune Fountain/Red City Hall• Alexanderplatz near Fix Bus Café• Karl-Marx-Allee• East Side Gallery• East Side Gallery/East Station• Neptune Fountain• DomAquarée – change here for boat tour: Pier Nikolaiviertel• Berlin Cathedral/Humboldt Forum• Unter den Linden – change here for boat tour: Pier Friedrichstraße• Brandenburg Gate/Reichstag• Berlin Central Station• Victory Column/Bellevue Palace• Zoo and Aquarium/Elephant Gate entrance• Kurfürstendamm/Memorial Church Shuttle to Charlottenburg Palace:• Kurfürstendamm• Charlottenburg Palace• Exhibition grounds

Berlin: Historic Backyards Self-guided Neighbourhood Walk

7. Berlin: Historic Backyards Self-guided Neighbourhood Walk

Discover the highlights and hidden secrets of Berlin's historic Mitte, the "Spandauer Vorstadt", on this neighborhood walk with your smartphone. Follow the route taking in the backyards, like Hackesche Höfe, the KunstHof, the Heckmann- and Sophienhöfe and more. On the way between the Oranienburger Straße S-Bahn station and Hackescher Markt, you will find hidden backyards, idyllic gems and listed buildings in the narrow streets of the old town that tell of a lively past. At the stops, there are entertaining tasks to solve and fun questions to answer. Who knows, for example, what led to Martin Luther King wanting to preach in what was then East Berlin? Or where Alexander von Humboldt lived during his last years? You do, if you've taken the tour! The tour is a great way to get outside and discover new things with family, friends or on your own. It's like being shown Berlin by a good friend. Many anecdotes will enrich your walk through the city. You can start the tour at any time and as often as you like in the browser of a smartphone. On site or even from the comfort of your sofa. Enjoy your time in Berlin! *** Good to know *** You will receive the link to start the tour in an email directly after booking.

Berlin: Private Guided E-Rickshaw Tour

8. Berlin: Private Guided E-Rickshaw Tour

Discover Berlin’s past and present with the comfort and convenience of an e-rickshaw. Relax as your driver takes you past the main sights of central Berlin, making stops for photos or a famous Currywurst whenever you like. Drive around famous avenues such as Unter den Linden, see Cold War remnants at Checkpoint Charlie and go past historic Brandenburg Gate. See nightlife around Orienburger Str and lively Hackescher Markt, where the tour ends. Choose a 3-hour tour to visit the graffiti at East Side Gallery and Tiergarten. The e-rickshaw is protected from rain and sunshine - perfect for any time of year.

Berlin: Highlights of Berlin Walking Shared or Private Tour

9. Berlin: Highlights of Berlin Walking Shared or Private Tour

Explore Berlin like a local on a walking tour that covers its main sights and uncovers some hidden locations. You will be in the company of expert city resident guides that are keen to share their knowledge of Berlin’s tumultuous past and exciting future. Since the return of the German capital to Berlin nothing has stayed the same, and this has resulted in the largest construction effort in modern history. Berlin truly is a city at the crossroads of a turbulent past, while in the process of forging an optimistic future. As New Europe gravitates back towards its center, Berlin prepares to play the role of gateway between the East and West – this time as a European metropolis. Arrive in the East to Hackescher Markt and hear all about the former Jewish Quarter. See Museum Island and get the scoop on the best times to visit the museums. Pass over the line of the Death Strip to the exact location above Hitler's Bunker and under the Brandenburg Gate, the symbol of a reunited Berlin. Then, take a moment to reflect at the Memorial for the Murdered Jews of Europe, before walking through the intersection of Checkpoint Charlie. The tour ends with an account of the momentous events that led to the fall of the Berlin Wall while standing amidst the heart of the East German Government Quarter and the New Berlin. Get a glimpse into what it´s like living in New Berlin, where East and West are no boundaries.

Half-Day Best of Berlin Segway Tour

10. Half-Day Best of Berlin Segway Tour

Cruise through the parks and streets of Berlin on an easy-to-ride Segway with a professional guide. See the highlights of the city during a standard tour or tell your tour guide which sights you want to see, and they'll create your own itinerary. Meet your guide and learn how to ride a Segway. Then, follow your guide through the parks and streets of the German capital, taking in the key highlights. Let your guide show you the most photogenic places in Berlin, most of which you'd be lucky to stumble across on your own. Have your own personalized itinerary created for you, or follow the standard route. Typical attractions and sights include: Hackescher Markt– Neue Synagoge – Berliner Dom – Hauptbahnhof – Kanzleramt – Reichstag – Siegessäule – Brandenburger Tor – Holocaust-Mahnmal – Potsdamer Platz – Checkpoint Charlie – Gendarmenmarkt – Nikolaiviertel – Rothes Rathaus – Alexanderplatz

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4.4 / 5

based on 8,410 reviews

We had just taken the Charité tour on Friday so when we strolled up for this one and saw the same tour guide, we knew we were in for another treat. Susanne is such a dynamic presenter and it's crazy how much information she knows and delivers. This is one of the coolest parts of the city so a little behind-the-scenes is worth seeing!

Despite the grim weather, our boarding was efficient and we were made welcome. We appreciated the opportunity to have a warming drink on board

Everything booked was excellent!! Small group walking tour highly recommended

It was most enjoyable tour. I saw so many new parts of Berlin.

Great commentary, easy to book and helpful attendants