Potsdam Tours & Attractions

Enjoy a fun city tour of the highlights of Potsdam and visit the fascinating castles of Sanssouci, Cecilienhof and the New Palace on three walks during the tour. Stroll through the Baroque old town and walk in the footsteps of "Old Fritz".

Discover the very best of Potsdam on a 1 day unlimited hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. On your journey you'll see landmarks such as Cecilienhof Palace, Sanssouci Palace, Orangerie and more! With access to 12 stops this tour lets you take in the beautiful architecture of Potsdam at your own pace, as well as hopping on and off the bus as many times as you want in the given time. Enjoy the informative on-board audio tour commentary that is provided in 7 languages, and marvel at the fantastic panoramic views from the open-top deck of the bus.

See Potsdam’s Old Town, one of the most beautiful baroque centers in all of Europe, at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Stand in the shadows of three of the old city gates and learn about the city’s Jewish community • Hear from producer Jo Eckardt, owner and founder of A Friend in Berlin tour company • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Your guide and driver Holger was born in Potsdam. He offers an authentic insight in the history of Potsdam. The former Prussian residential town became one of the focal points in the Cold War. The Potsdam Conference from 1945 paved the way for the Cold War. Potsdam was one of the most important Soviet bases in the GDR. The bridge of spies connecting Potsdam with West Berlin was a symbol for the seperation of Germany.

The beautiful city of Potsdam is listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO because of its harmonious landscape with parks and palaces. This tour takes you back in time and to all the highlights of the old city center of Potsdam including the park of Sanssouci Palace. You will see the old market with the restored City Palace, the picturesque Dutch quarter and the Brandenburg Gate, the older sister of the famous gate in Berlin. After a relaxing stroll through the city, we will reach the park of Sanssouci Palace with its water fountains, the golden Chinese Tea House and the tomb of Prussia's legendary king, Frederic the Great. The tour may either end at the palace where our guide will be helpful to obtain tickets for an inside visit (Mondays closed) or you head back to the railway station together with your guide.

Welcome to Potsdam, known as a garden wonderland within Germany. Its stunning palaces and parks are the reason why it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Besides being an incredibly charming city, it is brimming with an equally interesting history. Prussian kings and the German Kaiser utilized the city as their main residence. Most of its architecture was built during this time, giving the city its historic charm. Explore the Sanssouci Palace, the summer palace of Frederick the Great, the king of Prussia. Join us for a walk to discover more about the history of the city and leave with a sense of wonder. You will learn about: Since the Bronze Age Magna Germania The great migrations of the Germanic peoples Hevelli tribe Thirty Years' War Kingdom of Prussia Frederick the Great Province of Brandenburg German Empire German reunification

Leave your cruise ship at Warnemünde Port, and visit Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial and Berlin on a full-day private shore excursion! With a private guide, unravel the complexities of the Holocaust during the Nazi era of the Third Reich, and hear harrowing tales of prisoners’ fates and bravery. After traveling to nearby Berlin, explore the city on a sightseeing tour and discover a collection of Third Reich sights such as Hitler’s bunker and the Holocaust Memorial, as well as landmarks such as Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag.

Discover the former Prussian residence city of Potsdam with a comfortable and convenient bus tour. Begin your discovery of this fascinating city at either Potsdam Central Station or one of 16 convenient hop-on hop-off points. Settle into a seat on the top deck and enjoy informative audio commentary via your personal headphones. You can choose among five languages - English, German, French, Italian and Spanish. Enjoy the full 100-minute round trip in one go, or jump on and off throughout the day, the choice is yours. See the marvellous Sanssouci Palace, the Dutch Quarter, Glienicke Bridge, the Russian Colony Alexandrovka and much more with a flexible bus tour past all the key Potsdam sights. You'll discover famous sites like the Neues Palais and Cecilienhof. Come and go from the bus as you like. Walk in the tranquil gardens of Sanssouci Park, or hit the stores on Potsdam's shopping mile.

Large parts of the city of Potsdam were once a restricted area - no Potsdamers or visitors had access. Enjoy a private walking tour with a real "Potsdamer". Learn more about the fascinating Soviet secrets of Potsdam. Hear about the Allies’ Potsdam Conference in the summer of 1945, the KGB activities in Soviet Potsdam, the life in the Forbidden City and the world-famous Bridge of Spies.

Explore Potsdam's fascinating heritage. Start your journey by admiring the captivating New Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that blooms with beautiful decorations and stories. From outside, witness the glorious Sanssouci Palace and wander its extensive park, which is also a must-see UNESCO World Heritage Site. Step foot within beautiful Marly Gardens on the Green Fence and discover the artistic Church of Peace. Learn its story and discover intriguing things about Potsdam's development throughout history. Stroll the historic central square whose every corner brings exciting monuments and fascinating sites that are perfect for taking photos with friends and family. At the end of the tour, find yourself in front of Potsdam's art museum where you get to become even more familiar with the art, culture, and history of Potsdam.

This shore excursion combines our classic All-in-One Best of Berlin trip with a brief visit to the largest concentration camp near Berlin: Sachsenhausen.  We will pick you up directly at your cruise ship docking in Warnemünde or Rostock, and bring you to Berlin in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. In Berlin you will meet your professional tour guide who will show you the highlights of the city and then take you to the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial for a brief visit. Please be aware, the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial is roughly a one hour drive from Berlin, so there is more time spent on the bus on this tour than our regular Berlin shore excursion. All of our experiences are adjusted to each ship’s docking times and start promptly after your vessel’s arrival, returning with plenty of time to spare before departure. We have been organizing shore excursions for nearly a decade and have never missed a ship’s departure.

As a native of Potsdam, your guide and driver ensures an authentic experience. The extraordinary sightseeing tour to the highlights of Potsdam takes place with the vintage "Buchanka". Ideal for everyone who wants to get to know Potsdam compactly, intensively and comfortably.

The Potsdam Conference of the Big 3 in summer 1945 had a huge impact on the global post-war order. This private tour in an original Soviet minibus heads for all the relavant sites of the Potsdam Conference, including the conference venue and the residences of the 3 heads of state. Your private guide and driver is Holger, Potsdam-born tourism manager, history lover and licensed tour guide.

Exciting 3.5-hour, private, walking tour through Red Potsdam with up to 25 people! Learn more about the Allies’ Potsdam Conference in the summer of 1945 after WW2, the Soviet KGB in Soviet Potsdam, and the well-known Cold War town of Potsdam with the Berlin Wall and the world famous Bridge of Spies.

This Experience is provided by a private local. The group is up to 8 people. Discover the historical side of Potsdam with a passionate local who wants to share all the historical and fun facts about Potsdam Our excursion starts at the New Palance, situated on the western side of the Sanssouci Park, you will get the first impression of this quaint and picturesque city. Learn about the various architectural styles from different time periods and learn everything about how the city has changed over time. From visiting the churches to discovering the history behind the "Ruinenberg" or even Sanssouci Palace, discover unique sites that your ordinary tourist tour won’t show you. We always knew traveling was the best way of learning, but having a knowledgeable Local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you want to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know and I will adjust the itinerary for you!

This Experience is provided by a private local. The group size is up to 8 people. Discover the most impressive buildings in Potsdam and learn about each one and its characteristics in this invigorating architectural walk. Join me on this adventure to discover the beauty and unique characteristics of the city’s most significant buildings and get to know a bit more about the local culture in Germany from my own perspective. During this walk, you will become better acquainted with the local architecture, while also learning about the way in which this has changed over the years, with the city becoming more modern while still keeping its unique character. You will have the opportunity to recognize among different architectural styles: Rococo, English Gothic and Roman.

This Experience is provided by a private local. You only have an hour to fall in love with Potsdam? Challenge accepted! Discover Potsdam during a short but sweet excursion during which you will learn the most intriguing facts about the history, the local lifestyle, and the contemporary transformation of the city. We will meet next to Brandenburg Gate and start our walk through the vibrant Potsdam. By seeing Potsdam through the eyes of a local, discover what everyday life looks like and find out where the city gets its characteristic ambience from. While walking through Potsdam you will discover its parks, monuments, and historical architecture with a local, so this is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants, and bars to visit during your time here, and find out how to make the most out of your visit. This is the perfect Experience for someone visiting the city for the first time or for someone that wants to rediscover it!

Join a 1.5h guided walking tour through the stunning Babelsberg Park in Potsdam. The park is not only embedded in a breathtaking cultural landscape at the Havel river, but above all in a historically spectacular environment. World history was written here, hence this tour has a special focus on the history of the 20th century including Berlin Wall, escape attempts and Bridge of Spies.

If you love palaces you will be spoilt for choice! How many palaces Potsdam has per inhabitant in Germany? You will be pleasantly surprised! Together with your professional local guide, you will discover the historic inner city. You will visit impressive Old Town on the way to the garden Sanssouci. What the Sanssouci Palace is famous for? You will experience the huge expansion of the garden with numerous historical buildings and a relaxed walk between them. Discover the best of Potsdam with the local guide!

Skip the taxis lines and travel comfortably by scheduling a private vehicle that can carry up to six passengers. Sit back and relax as the vehicle travels from any Potsdam center hotel to Berlin airport.

Come with me to discover the city of Potsdam through your camera lens! Join me on this short city walk for this unique opportunity to get to know the city from an insider’s point of view and take stunning pictures of it at the same time! Our walk will take us from the Dutch Quarter to the New Palace at Sanssouci Park. We will walk through 3 ancient City Gates and lose ourselves to the beauty of Sanssouci Palace. While you use your camera to capture the beauty of Potsdam, you will also get to discover local spots and hidden gems that your typical tourist tour won’t show you.Treat your curiosity by discovering an alternative side of Potsdam and the unique beauty it has to offer! Who is a Local? A Local is someone who is passionate about sharing authentic experiences based on their interests. As LocalBini, we bring together passionate people from all around the world giving them the opportunity to offer unique experiences via our marketplace.

This is an exclusive tour for all the couples that want to spend a beautiful and lovely time together while exploring Postdam. The city has a lot offer. Our professional guide will walk you through some of the most beautiful places in which you'll be able to feel love in the air. What is the best place for a date? What parks are best for taking photos in nature? You'll learn this and much more during this lovely trip around Postdam. This tour is a perfect gift for birthday, marriage anniversary or for a Saint Valentine day.

Join a 1.5h walking tour with a licenzed, local guide through the stunning Babelsberg Park in Potsdam. The park is not only embedded in a breathtaking cultural landscape at the Havel river, but above all in a historically spectacular environment. World history was written here, hence this tour has a special focus on the history of the 20th century including Berlin Wall, escape attempts and Bridge of Spies.

Schedule a private vehicle that can carry up to six passengers and sit back and relax as the vehicle travels from any Potsdam center hotel to Berlin airport for your departure flight.

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It is the mixture of river landscapes, lakes and numerous small canals that makes the Havel so popular with water sports enthusiasts. Located just a few kilometers west of Berlin, it offers almost everything a water holidaymaker's heart desires over a length of 180 kilometers of river. Here, shore leave can be ideally combined with a boat tour. Discover Potsdam on an extensive tour by motor yacht. Enjoy the city's landmarks. Admire the city's architecture and much more. Experience the sights of the city from the water during a Havel river cruise. Characteristics: Varied round tour that combines both the cultural experience of Potsdam and the natural experience of Havelland. No locks, many anchorages in nature. Route: Potsdam city center - Tiefensee - Kleiner and Großer Wannsee - Potsdam city center - Templinersee - Caputh with castle - Werder (Havel).

This tour is available only in the Christmas period. We're looking to celebrate this magical moment of the year by walking you through some of the most beautiful markets and places that you'll be able to find in Potsdam. Our professional guide will tell you a lot of stories that you haven't heard before about the city's story and how it related to our Christmas Tradition. What is the story of Santa Claus? Why decorating Christmas tree is a tradition? You'll learn all of that and more during this memorable Christmas trip.

This tour was designed specifically for families that are looking to spend wonderful time together in Potsdam. Our professional guide will walk you through some of the most beautiful places here. You'll hear some of the most common legends about the city's story and how it relates to current German culture. Visit the most beautiful parks, landscapes and lakes that Potsdam has to offer. Your kids will be amazed by the remarkable views that this tour will provide for you. It's a perfect way to spend more time together as a family while enjoying your Potsdam trip.

Start the tour at the New Garden where you can enjoy plenty of English Garden style and several buildings of the 18th century towards late 19th century. Cross the historical Dutch quarter in the heart of Potsdam and reach the garden entrance. Experience the jewel of architecture with various buildings and the Castle Cecilienhof. Do you know what was held there in the middle of the last century? Choose from the vast selection of buildings to visit. Stroll through the restored area of the „Whitsun Mountain" (Pfingstberg) along historical villas of famous majority industrialist families. Be inspired by the views from observation tower overlooking the Prussian Arkadien.

Find out the different cultural and artistic characteristics that make this city unique, and enjoy the buzzing community and city ambience! Whether you are visiting Potsdam as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better, or if this is your first time, this Experience is for you! While walking the streets of Potsdam and looking at the amazing Old City Hall or getting to know more about the city’s galleries and museums or famous Dutch Quarter you will learn some cultural and historical insights which only locals know, I will share with you the art and cultural world of my city, where you will see, hear, and experience how colorful and multifaceted Potsdam is! Who is a Local? A Local is someone who is passionate about sharing authentic experiences based on their interests. As LocalBini, we bring together passionate people from all around the world giving them the opportunity to offer unique experiences via our marketplace.

This experience is provided by an independent Local. If you want to spice up your instagram feed and impress your friends with stunning shots from your travels, then you are at the right place! Let me show you the most beautiful and impressive spots in Potsdam and guide you with some useful tips to take good pictures from your phone or camera! Of course, while strolling through the city and taking photos of the most unique places (like Dutch Quarter or Sanssouci Palace) you will also get to know more about Potsdam and learn about its secrets from a local’s perspective. Join me on this adventure and give your insta feed an upgrade! Who is a Local? A Local is someone who is passionate about sharing authentic experiences based on their interests. As LocalBini, we bring together passionate people from all around the world giving them the opportunity to offer unique experiences via our marketplace.

Cecilienhof Palace is one of the most beautifully designed piece of architecture in all of Potsdam. It's surrounded by parks, lakes and green area of Potsdam. You can observe beautiful views that this city has to offer. What is the origin story of Potsdam? Who ruled in the Cecilienhof Palace in the middle ages? What are some of the legends that you can hear from people that live here? You'll learn this and much more from our professional guide, while enjoying the beautiful scenery that this city has to offer.

Exciting 3.5-hour private tour through Potsdam. Visit the picturesque city center with traces of three centuries. Learn more about the Allies’ Potsdam Conference in the summer of 1945 after WW2, the Soviet KGB in Soviet Potsdam, and the well-known Cold War town of Potsdam with the Berlin Wall and the world famous Bridge of Spies as you follow your guide through the city.

Large parts of the city of Potsdam were once a restricted area - no Potsdamers or visitors had access. Learn more about the fascinating Soviet secrets of Potsdam. Hear about the Allies’ Potsdam Conference in the summer of 1945, the KGB activities in Soviet Potsdam, the life in the Forbidden City and the world-famous Bridge of Spies. Enjoy a 2.5-hours Walking Tour through a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If your date is not available, please chack for our private tours.

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